Among third-party controllers, few have the quality and pedigree of 8Bitdo. For this year’s Amazon Prime Day, the 8Bitdo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller for the Switch, Switch 2, and PC is part of a lightning deal that cuts its cost down to $59.99.
The Ultimate 2 is a great choice of controller if you plan to play your new Switch 2 on your TV a majority of the time. It features TMR Joysticks with pretty nifty RGB light-up rings, its own sleek charging dock, and extra back buttons.
8Bitdo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller
The Ultimate 2, with its sleek black design, is the perfect option for someone who wants a bit more versatility in their controllers, which first-party controllers don’t always provide. This controller is designed as an elite option for owners of the brand-new Nintendo Switch 2, but is also a great choice for original Switch owners or even Steam Deck players. With a 22-hour battery life, you will be able to have multiple gaming sessions with this controller before you need to charge it. Even mobile game enthusiasts may find this 8bitdo to be a worthwhile pickup, as it also works with Android and iOS devices.
A couple of years back, we reviewed the original 8Bitdo Ultimate controller, where we said, “The 8BitDo Ultimate Controller is hands-down the company's best yet. Small changes add up to a noticeably more polished gamepad.” This new version looks to be even better, and with this Prime Day deal, there’s no better time than ever to pick yourself up one.
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