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The 8BitDo Pro 3 Packs a Retro-Styled Gamepad With Modern Muscle
Game Review - 8bitdo Pro 3 Controller

The 8BitDo Pro 3 Packs a Retro-Styled Gamepad With Modern Muscle

October 6, 2025 Vincent Mahoney

The new 8BitDo Pro 3 controller blends GameCube era nostalgia with cutting edge features like Hall effect triggers, swappable buttons and rock-solid performance on the Nintendo Switch. For platformers, retro games and Nintendo classics, this may be the best controller around.

Save State Investigates a Bright Yellow Challenger to the Switch Pro Controller
Save State

Save State Investigates a Bright Yellow Challenger to the Switch Pro Controller

August 8, 2025 Vincent Mahoney

This week Save State’s Vincent Mahoney tests out the 8bitdo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth, a Nintendo Switch friendly gamepad with a slick dock, solid performance and just enough differences to stand out from its counterparts.

The 8BitDo Arcade Controller Packs Premium Features at a Budget Price
Game Review - 8BitDo Arcade Controller

The 8BitDo Arcade Controller Packs Premium Features at a Budget Price

August 4, 2025 Vincent Mahoney

The 8BitDo Arcade Controller delivers an impressive, lever-free fighting game experience with clicky, low-profile buttons, great ergonomics and tons of customization. And unlike more expensive options, this one is less than $100, making it perfect for specialized gaming on a budget.

Worry Less and Play More With an Ultimate Bluetooth Budget Controller
Game Review - 8bitdo Ultimate 2C Bluetooth Controller

Worry Less and Play More With an Ultimate Bluetooth Budget Controller

January 8, 2025 Vincent Mahoney

Many gamers wear out their controllers pretty quickly, but replacing them can be complicated and expensive. To help out, we tested a new 8bitdo Ultimate 2C Bluetooth budget controller for Nintendo Switch which punches well above where its price would suggest.

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