Nintendo Change and Change 2 gamers can get some of the common wi-fi controllers for the bottom value but. As a part of Amazon’s Black Friday 2025 gaming sale, the black and white editions of the 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller are discounted to $56 (was $70). The Ultimate 2 Bluetooth is appropriate with Nintendo consoles, PC, Apple units, and Android.
Should you do not want Nintendo compatibility, the 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller is right down to solely $47.59 (was $60) in black, white, and purple shade schemes. Alternatively, it can save you on one in every of two particular editions. The Wuchang: Fallen Feathers Edition is discounted to $52 (was $65), and the not too long ago launched Honkai: Star Rail Collector’s Bundle is just $59.49 (was $70). Notably, the bundle comes with an identical hardshell journey case, themed joystick caps, and a number of collectibles.
The Ultimate 2 is one of the best pro-style controller in its value vary, and it is higher than many controllers that retail for double or triple its standard value. You’ll be able to take a more in-depth take a look at each variations of the Ultimate 2 beneath. And if you need a PlayStation-style management structure, try our story on the 8BitDo Professional 3 Bluetooth Gamepad, which has lots of the identical options and is discounted to $56 (was $70) in Amazon’s Black Friday sale.
$56 (was $70)
The Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller syncs wirelessly to Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 via Bluetooth or 2.4GHz with the included USB-C dongle. It also has 2.4GHz Wireless support for PC and Bluetooth for Apple devices, Android, and SteamOS.
The Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Edition is more expensive than the original Ultimate 2 Controller because of its added support for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. On Nintendo consoles, you can sync the controller wirelessly via Bluetooth or the included 2.4GHz USB-C dongle.
The motion controls and rumble only work on Nintendo consoles with this model.
Key Features
- Nintendo Switch 2 / Switch: Bluetooth, 2.4GHz Wireless (USB-C receiver), Wired (USB-C)
- PC: 2.4GHz Wireless + USB-C wired
- Apple: Bluetooth + USB-C wired
- Android & SteamOS: Bluetooth
- TMR electromagnetic joysticks
- Change trigger type by flipping switches:
- Hall Effect Triggers
- Non-linear Microswitch Triggers
- 2 remappable back triggers
- 2 extra remappable shoulder buttons
- Profile button: Stores 3 custom layouts
- Tactile bumpers
- Tactile D-pad
- Textured grips
- RGB lighting rings
- 1,000Hz polling rate for 2.4GHz and wired
- 6-axis motion controls (Switch 2 + Switch only)
- Dual rumble motors (Switch 2 + Switch only)
- Turbo button
- Up to 25 hours battery life
- Available in white, black, and yellow
- Includes matching USB-C charging dock
Customize with 8BitDo Ultimate Software V2
- Remap inputs
- Set up three custom profiles
- Set up dead zones
- Adjust motion control sensitivity
- Adjust stick sensitivity
- Adjust trigger sensitivity
- Adjust rumble intensity
- Adjust lighting effects
$47.59 (was $60)
(*2*) for $72 (was $90). 8BitDo additionally not too long ago launched an All-Button Arcade Controller, and it is on sale for a similar value.
The Ultimate 2 was the primary controller within the sequence to function 4 further buttons; the Pro 3 Bluetooth Gamepad joined this membership in August. 8BitDo basically mixed the designs of the original Ultimate with the Ultimate 2C, the producer’s newest price range wi-fi controller. It has two remappable again triggers (just like the Ultimate) in addition to two further shoulder buttons (just like the Ultimate 2C).
8BitDo changed the Corridor Impact sticks discovered on a lot of its controllers with TMR sticks. Like Corridor Impact sticks, TMR know-how makes use of electromagnets to offer a smoother really feel with extra correct, exact actions. Electromagnetic controls additionally mitigate the danger of analog stick drift. Although related total, TMR know-how is often seen as an enchancment in comparison with Corridor Impact tech. The brand new analog sticks are accompanied by customizable RGB lighting rings.
8BitDo additionally added one other widespread pro-style customization function to the Ultimate 2: set off locks. The Corridor Impact analog sticks can immediately convert to linear, microswitch buttons by flicking the switches on the again.
In addition to the bodily modifications, the controller helps 8BitDo’s proprietary app on PC, Mac, and cellular. With Ultimate Software program V2, you possibly can create as much as three profiles and make changes to stay, set off, and movement management sensitivity, modify rumble depth, and program analog stick useless zones.
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8BitDo improved its 2.4GHz Wi-fi tech and gave it the title “8Speed.” When synced wirelessly through the included USB-C dongle, the Ultimate 2 reportedly gives near-seamless enter recognition with 1ms latency. The Ultimate 2 additionally has a polling charge of 1,000Hz when utilizing 2.4GHz wi-fi or USB-C wired connections. To be clear, the unique Ultimate supplied a steady and quick wi-fi connection, however the brand new mannequin gives a extra dependable and seamless connection. It is also the primary Ultimate Controller to make use of a USB-C dongle as an alternative of USB-A. The Bluetooth version can sync wirelessly to the Change 2 and Change through 2.4GHz and Bluetooth, whereas the PC version solely has Bluetooth help on Android.
Like 8BitDo’s different premium controllers in its flagship sequence, the Ultimate 2 comes with an identical USB-C charging dock with a compartment to retailer the USB dongle. The Ultimate 2 has a 1,000mAh battery, which is greater than the double the capability of the unique Ultimate’s 480mAh battery. You’ll be able to rise up to 25 hours of battery life, however it’s price emphasizing that it varies based mostly in your connection sort and settings. The lighting rings, as an example, will drain the battery sooner.
The Ultimate 2 is a major improve, however the authentic Ultimate Bluetooth continues to be an ideal controller. Should you do not need to spend $60, there is a terrific deal at Amazon on an 8BitDo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller bundle. You will get the controller with a charging dock and 8BitDo carrying case for $40.49 (was $70).
As talked about, for those who want aligned thumbsticks, the 8BitDo Pro 3 Bluetooth Gamepad is similar to the Ultimate 2 by way of tech enhancements. The Professional 3 has set off locks, 4 remappable buttons, and TMR thumbsticks. It additionally has a singular function: swappable face buttons. The magnetic face buttons might be rearranged, permitting you to alter between Nintendo and Xbox management layouts. A further set of unlabeled buttons within the Tremendous Nintendo shade scheme are included. The Professional 3 additionally comes with a pair of additional ball-top stick caps and an identical charging dock.
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