If you tried syncing an 8BitDo controller to the Nintendo Switch 2 on launch day, you were probably disappointed when the console refused to recognize it. I know I was. But my disappointment didn't ...

If there's one thing more impressive than the maniacal pace of 8BitDo's controller production, it's how the company has continuously improved those controllers. I've tested, reviewed, or owned about a ...

The 8BitDo Ultimate 2 gaming controller is a pretty straightforward upgrade over the original 8BitDo Ultimate - a pad that continues to feature in our list of the best Nintendo Switch controllers. And ...

Most game controllers ape the Xbox controller, which is supported equally well on the Xbox consoles and Windows. The 8BitDo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller, however, borrows equally from the Xbox and ...

The 8BitDo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller isn't quite the ultimate gamepad for everyone that it wants to be due to some odd compatibility quirks, but it's a superb choice for Switch and Steam Deck/PC ...

Adding Hall Effect sticks would be an upgrade for any controller, but these 8BitDo controllers were already some of the best third-party controllers around. 8BitDo Pro 2 and SN30 are two of the best ...

As controllers continue to become more advanced in pursuit of competition-level gaming, those who prefer to stick to the sidelines may not be as interested in top-of-the-line options. Some gamers may ...

The Ultimate 2 features joysticks with durable TMR technology and LED lighting effects as well as trigger mode switching. The Ultimate 2 features joysticks with durable TMR technology and LED lighting ...

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8BitDo, once known exclusively as a purveyor of Nintendo-infused nostalgia, has expanded in recent years into all sorts of gaming controllers and accessories. The company’s latest foray is into mobile ...

With the release of the Nintendo Switch 2, players are looking to upgrade their configurations, but most current accessories still work with the new handheld. One of the best accessories already ...

8BitDo announced that eight of its flagship controllers are now compatible with the Nintendo Switch 2 following a firmware update. Although some companies had early access to the Switch 2’s specs to ...