The officially licensed 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller, featuring the distinctive Wuchang: Fallen Feathers design, is currently available at a substantial discount on Amazon. Originally priced at $65, this special edition controller can now be purchased for only $50. This Amazon offer is for a limited stock, with more than 10% of units already sold as of August 29. While typically priced higher than its standard counterparts, this promotion positions the Wuchang Edition as the most affordable Ultimate 2 Controller currently on the market.
Sporting a striking Wuchang: Fallen Feathers aesthetic, this version of 8BitDo`s premium Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller is designed primarily for PC and Mac users, offering 2.4GHz wireless connectivity. Additionally, it supports Android devices through Bluetooth. Console gamers on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X should be aware that direct compatibility is not available, though it can be utilized for remote play sessions from a PC or Android device.
Our evaluations of both the Ultimate 2 and the Ultimate 2 Bluetooth (which extends compatibility to Switch and Switch 2) indicate that its performance surpasses many controllers in higher price brackets.
This controller boasts TMR electromagnetic analog sticks, renowned for their superior smoothness and reliability compared to Hall Effect sensors. It also includes two customizable back buttons, two additional programmable shoulder buttons, trigger locks, and dynamic RGB lighting rings.
Further enhancing its capabilities are 6-axis motion controls, haptic feedback (rumble), and a turbo function. The accompanying 8BitDo Ultimate Software V2 allows users to craft up to three personalized profiles for quick switching, fine-tune stick and trigger sensitivities, establish dead zones, and access various other customization options.
Included with the Ultimate 2 is a coordinating charging dock. For the Wuchang Edition, the intricate character artwork extends seamlessly from the controller onto the dock, transforming it into an attractive collector`s item.
This collaboration isn`t 8BitDo`s first venture with a major game release. Previously, they partnered with Game Science to launch a Black Myth: Wukong Ultimate 2C Controller. Given that the 2C is 8BitDo`s more budget-friendly PC controller, the current Wuchang Ultimate 2 collaboration is particularly noteworthy. Nonetheless, the Wukong-themed controller remains an appealing option, especially with its wireless version available for $23.79 (down from $35) and the wired variant priced at just $12.
Core Features:
- Connectivity: 2.4GHz Wireless for PC and Mac (via USB-C dongle), Bluetooth for Android devices.
- Sticks & Triggers: TMR electromagnetic analog sticks; Hall Effect triggers with customizable stop points.
- Customizable Buttons: Two remappable back triggers and two additional remappable shoulder buttons.
- Tactile Feedback: Responsive tactile bumpers.
- Aesthetics: Customizable RGB lighting rings.
- Performance: 1,000Hz polling rate for both 2.4GHz wireless and wired modes.
- Enhanced Gaming: 6-axis motion controls, haptic rumble, and a turbo button.
- Power: Integrated 1,000mAh battery.
- Convenience: Comes with a matching USB-C charging dock.
Customization via 8BitDo Ultimate Software V2:
- Input remapping.
- Creation and management of up to three custom user profiles.
- Dead zone configuration.
- Adjustable sensitivity for motion controls, analog sticks, and triggers.
- Control over rumble intensity.
- Customization of lighting effects.
The Wuchang Edition of the Ultimate 2 controller debuted in July, coinciding with the release of the new souls-like game for PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC. For those interested in the game itself, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers is available at over 20% off on Fanatical, a sister site of GameSpot. Console enthusiasts can also find the Day One Edition for $50 at Amazon and other leading retailers.
Current Deals for Wuchang: Fallen Feathers (PC & Controller):
- 8BitDo Ultimate 2 – Wuchang: Fallen Feathers Edition: $50 (originally $65).
- Wuchang: Fallen Feathers Standard Edition (PC Steam key): $39 (originally $50).
- Wuchang: Fallen Feathers Deluxe Edition (PC Steam key): $46.79 (originally $60).
Wuchang: Fallen Feathers has received favorable feedback from critics, notably an 8/10 score from GameSpot. As of the current report, the soulslike title holds a Metascore of 74 on Metacritic.