8BitDo announces Switch Ultimate Controller for $70 coming October

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8BitDo have been praised for their simple but extremely customisable controllers and the company is now taking a stab at the more expensive Pro controller market. The latest product is the 8BitDo Ultimate Controller which is available in a wireless or wired option with the bluetooth version and 2.4g versions including a special charging dock. The 8BitDo Ultimate Controller is compatible with the Nintendo Switch, Windows, Android, and iOS devices. The Verge says that the “Ultimate Controller seems poised to serve as a more capable alternative to the official Switch Pro controller and a worthy successor to the 8BitDo Pro 2.” Amazon has the device priced up at $70 and coming 28th October with pre-orders starting now.

Features & details

  • Compatible with Switch via Bluetooth and Windows with a 2.4g adapter.
  • Multifunctional Charging Dock – Stable connection and controller will be automatically switching ON/OFF while it is docked/undocked.
  • Hall Effect Sensing Joystick
  • Ultimate Software on PC and mobile (Android/iOS)
  • 2 Pro back paddle buttons, Custom Profile Switch Button, Player indicators & 2-way Mode Switching button.
  • Rumble vibration, motion controls, USB-C, 22 hours rechargeable battery.

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