8BitDo’s just lately launched Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller–its greatest and most superior pro-style gamepad yet–is now obtainable for Nintendo Switch. Like 8BitDo’s authentic flagship controller, the Nintendo model known as 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth and prices $10 greater than the two.4GHz Wireless mannequin for PC that launched in February. The Ultimate 2 Bluetooth is basically the identical from a technical perspective, and it nonetheless helps PC.Notably, the Ultimate 2 ought to work on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 by way of Bluetooth and presumably with the two.4GHz dongle, too. So when you plan on getting the Switch 2 when console and accent preorders open, chances are you’ll wish to evaluate the brand new official Switch 2 Pro Controller to 8BitDo’s Ultimate 2. Nintendo’s controller provides two remappable again buttons, however the Ultimate 2 has 4 remappable inputs, upgraded analog sticks, set off locks, and a bunch of inside customization options.8BitDo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller (Switch, PC)8BitDo Ultimate 2 Controller (PC, Android)The Ultimate 2 is 8BitDo’s most feature-rich controller but. We’ve examined the PC version and consider it as a significant improve over the unique. It’s the perfect controller in 8BitDo’s lineup, however we have not had the possibility to check the Bluetooth version for Switch but. The authentic Ultimate was already our prime decide in our greatest PC controllers listing, so the Ultimate 2 will take the highest spot from the unique in our subsequent replace. I’ll have a full overview of each fashions within the coming weeks, however I’d be shocked if the Ultimate 2 Bluetooth does not exchange the Ultimate Bluetooth as GameSpot’s decide for the perfect third-party Switch controller. $70 The Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Edition provides assist for Nintendo Switch by way of Bluetooth in addition to 2.4GHz Wireless. The dongle is USB-C, which is price mentioning right here as a result of the unique Switch, when docked, doesn’t have an open USB-C port. The Switch 2, alternatively, has a USB-C port on the highest of the console. Bluetooth Switch controllers might be appropriate with Switch 2 out of the gate, nevertheless it’s doable the Ultimate 2 can even work wirelessly with the console by way of the two.4GHz dongle.The Ultimate 2 Bluetooth retains compatibility for PC in wi-fi mode by way of the dongle and wired with the USB-C cable. That stated, the movement controls and rumble solely work on Switch with this mannequin, in keeping with 8BitDo.The itemizing does not point out Android assist, however we would suspect it is usually appropriate with Android smartphones and tablets.Key OptionsNintendo Switch: Bluetooth, 2.4GHz Wireless (USB-C dongle), USB-C wiredPC: 2.4GHz Wireless + USB-C wiredTMR electromagnetic analog sticksHall Effect triggers with adjustable cease point2 remappable again triggers2 additional remappable shoulder buttonsTactile bumpersRGB lighting rings1,000Hz polling fee for two.4GHz and wired6-axis movement controls (Switch solely)Rumble (Switch solely)Turbo button1,000mAh batteryAvailable in white and blackIncludes matching USB-C charging dockCustomize with 8BitDo Ultimate Software V2Remap inputsSet up three customized profilesSet up lifeless zonesAdjust movement management sensitivityAdjust stick sensitivityAdjust set off sensitivityAdjust rumble intensityAdjust lighting results $60 If you do not want compatibility with Nintendo consoles, the unique Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller designed for PC and Android saves you $10. Notably, it helps movement controls and rumble on PC. Otherwise, the characteristic set and customization choices are the identical.Key FeaturesPC: 2.4GHz Wireless (USB-C dongle)Android: BluetoothTMR electromagnetic analog sticksHall Effect triggers with adjustable cease point2 remappable again triggers2 additional remappable shoulder buttonsTactile bumpersRGB lighting rings1,000Hz polling fee for two.4GHz and wired6-axis movement controlsRumbleTurbo button1,000mAh batteryAvailable in white, black, and purpleIncludes matching USB-C charging dockCustomize with 8BitDo Ultimate Software V2 Remap inputsSet up three customized profilesSet up lifeless zonesAdjust movement management sensitivityAdjust stick sensitivityAdjust set off sensitivityAdjust rumble intensityAdjust lighting results The Ultimate 2 Controller options a number of notable enhancements. 8BitDo improved its 2.4GHz Wireless tech and gave it the title “8Speed.” When synced wirelessly by way of the included USB-C dongle, the Ultimate 2 reportedly affords near-seamless enter recognition with 1ms latency. The Ultimate 2 additionally has a polling fee of 1,000Hz when utilizing 2.4GHz wi-fi or USB-C wired connections. To be clear, the unique Ultimate provided a steady and quick wi-fi connection, however the brand new mannequin affords a extra dependable and seamless connection. It’s additionally the primary Ultimate Controller to make use of a USB-C dongle as a substitute of USB-A. The Switch version may sync wirelessly to the console by way of Bluetooth, whereas the PC version solely has Bluetooth assist on Android. It’s unclear if the Ultimate 2 Bluetooth additionally works on Android, although we would be shocked if it did not. 8BitDo changed the Hall Effect sticks discovered on lots of its controllers with TMR sticks. Like Hall Effect sticks, TMR expertise makes use of electromagnets to offer a smoother really feel with extra correct, exact actions. Electromagnetic controls additionally mitigate the chance of analog stick drift. Though comparable general, TMR expertise is usually seen as an enchancment in comparison with Hall Effect tech. The new analog sticks are accompanied by customizable RGB lighting rings.8BitDo Ultimate 2 ControllerGallery The Ultimate 2 is the primary controller within the sequence to characteristic 4 additional buttons. 8BitDo primarily mixed the designs of the unique 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 additional shoulder buttons (just like the Ultimate 2C).8BitDo additionally added one other widespread pro-style customization characteristic to the Ultimate 2: set off locks. The Hall Effect analog sticks can immediately convert to linear buttons by flicking the switches on the again.In addition to the bodily modifications, the controller helps 8BitDo’s proprietary app on PC and Android. With Ultimate Software V2, you may create as much as three profiles and make changes to stay, set off, and movement management sensitivity, modify rumble depth, and program analog stick lifeless zones.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. While it is unclear how a lot sport time you will get from a full cost, the Ultimate 2’s battery is considerably bigger than the unique’s battery. Both fashions of the Ultimate 2 have 1,000mAh batteries, whereas the Ultimate and Ultimate Bluetooth for Switch every have 480mAh batteries. That stated, the brand new lighting rings will drain the battery quicker when enabled.Prospective Switch 2 consumers who wish to persist with the first-party choice can take a better have a look at the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller under:Official Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller — $80 | Releases June 5
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