Limited-Time Deal: 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Gaming Controller

The gaming world frequently offers exciting discounts on high-quality accessories. Currently, Amazon is featuring a limited-time promotion on the 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller. This versatile gamepad, compatible with Nintendo Switch 2, Switch, and PC, is now available for just $60, a significant drop from its usual $70 price tag. Buyers can select from classic black or white models, both including a matching charging dock. A vibrant yellow variant is also discounted to $63 with an applied Amazon coupon.

For those primarily gaming on PC and not requiring Nintendo console compatibility, the purple edition of the Ultimate 2 2.4GHz Wireless Controller for PC is offered at an even lower price of $52.19, down from $60.

The Ultimate 2 stands out as the finest controller in 8BitDo`s flagship Ultimate series. Boasting premium components and extensive customization options, it`s our top recommendation for Nintendo Switch 2 (and Switch) users, even surpassing the official $90 Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller. Both versions of the Ultimate 2 also rank among the best pro-style controllers available for PC.

If you`re purchasing the Ultimate 2 Bluetooth for Switch 2, a firmware update might be necessary to ensure seamless connection. More detailed information can be found in comprehensive guides on 8BitDo controllers with Switch 2 support.

The 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth is undeniably the best controller we`ve tested with Nintendo Switch 2 compatibility, outperforming even the new Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller.

Advanced Features of the Ultimate 2 Controller

The Ultimate 2 was the first in its series to incorporate four additional buttons. It cleverly combines design elements from the original Ultimate (with two remappable back triggers) and the Ultimate 2C (featuring two extra shoulder buttons).

Notably, 8BitDo has replaced the Hall Effect sticks, common in many of its controllers, with TMR (Tunnel Magnetoresistance) sticks. Similar to Hall Effect technology, TMR utilizes electromagnets to deliver exceptionally smooth, accurate, and precise movements, while also significantly reducing the risk of analog stick drift. Although both technologies are similar, TMR is generally considered an improvement. These new analog sticks are complemented by customizable RGB lighting rings.

Additionally, 8BitDo has integrated another sought-after pro-style customization feature into the Ultimate 2: trigger locks. The Hall Effect analog triggers can be instantly converted into linear, microswitch buttons by simply flicking switches on the back of the controller.

Beyond physical enhancements, the controller fully supports 8BitDo’s proprietary Ultimate Software V2 on PC, Mac, and mobile devices. This software allows users to create up to three custom profiles and fine-tune various settings, including stick, trigger, and motion control sensitivity, rumble intensity, and analog stick dead zones.

Connectivity and Battery Life

8BitDo has refined its 2.4GHz Wireless technology, now branded as `8Speed`. When wirelessly connected via the included USB-C dongle, the Ultimate 2 boasts near-seamless input recognition with an impressively low 1ms latency. The controller also achieves a 1,000Hz polling rate when using 2.4GHz wireless or a direct USB-C wired connection. While the original Ultimate already offered a stable and fast wireless connection, this new model ensures an even more reliable and fluid experience. It’s also the first Ultimate Controller to adopt a USB-C dongle instead of the traditional USB-A. The Bluetooth edition offers dual wireless connectivity (2.4GHz and Bluetooth) for Switch 2 and Switch, while the PC edition supports Bluetooth only for Android devices.

Following the tradition of 8BitDo`s premium controllers, the Ultimate 2 includes a matching USB-C charging dock, complete with a convenient compartment for storing the USB dongle. Equipped with a robust 1,000mAh battery, the Ultimate 2 boasts more than double the capacity of the original Ultimate`s 480mAh battery. Users can expect up to 25 hours of battery life, though this can vary based on connection type and activated settings (e.g., RGB lighting rings will consume more power).

Other 8BitDo Controller Options

While the Ultimate 2 represents a significant upgrade, the original Ultimate Bluetooth controller remains a strong contender. If you`re looking for an even more budget-friendly option than the current $60 deal, Amazon frequently offers a fantastic bundle for the original 8BitDo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller. This bundle often includes the controller, a charging dock, and an 8BitDo carrying case for around $40.49 (originally $70).

For gamers who prefer an aligned thumbstick layout, the 8BitDo Pro 3 Bluetooth Gamepad offers very similar technological advancements to the Ultimate 2. The Pro 3 features trigger locks, four remappable buttons, and TMR thumbsticks. It also boasts a unique innovation: swappable face buttons, allowing users to effortlessly switch between Nintendo and Xbox control layouts. An additional set of unlabeled buttons in the Super Nintendo color scheme is included. Like its counterparts, the Pro 3 comes with extra ball-top stick caps and a matching charging dock. This controller, launched on August 12, is priced at $70.

8BitDo Wireless Controllers with Nintendo Switch 2 Support

Here’s a list of 8BitDo controllers confirmed to have wireless compatibility with Nintendo Switch 2:

• 8BitDo Pro 3 Bluetooth Gamepad — $70
• 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller — $60 ($70)
• 8BitDo 64 Bluetooth Controller — $40
• 8BitDo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller + Case — $40.49 ($70)
• 8BitDo Pro 2 Bluetooth Controller — $40 ($50)
• 8BitDo SN30 Pro Bluetooth Controller — $40.49 ($45)
• 8BitDo Ultimate 2C Bluetooth Controller — $28.49 ($30)
• 8BitDo All-Button Arcade Controller — $90
• 8BitDo USB Adapter 1 & 2 — $18 ($20)
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