8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller now available across Europe

Amy Chen

Amy Chen

The 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller is now shipping across Europe.

Distributor Game Outlet Europe, which is part of Embracer Freemode, has officially launched the 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller across Europe.

8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller now ships across Europe

Made to be compatible with Windows PC and Android devices, this controller features a 2.4G connection, low latency, a 10-meter range to mitigate lag, and more. According to the official announcement, the 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller switches to bluetooth when used with Android devices as well.

The controller paired with a phone (Image via 8BitDo)
The controller paired with a phone (Image via 8BitDo)

Other features to note include its magnetoresistance (TMR) joysticks for better precision, durability, and lower power use. The controller also uses Hall effect triggers, and players can switch between linear and tactile trigger modes based on their preference.

Close-up of the switch (Image via 8BitDo)
Close-up of the switch (Image via 8BitDo)

In terms of other customization options, it has adjustable RGB lighting around the joysticks for folks who wish to personalize their controller. Meanwhile, the R4 and L4 buttons are remappable, allowing for quick reactions during gameplay. Rounding out the inputs are pro back paddle buttons, tactile bumpers, plus a refined D-pad.

A closer look at the controller's different features (Image via 8BitDo)
A closer look at the controller's different features (Image via 8BitDo)

In terms of other customizations, around the joysticks are customizable RGB lighting for folks who wish to customize their controller.

Customization options (Image via 8BitDo)
Customization options (Image via 8BitDo)

8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller specifications

Below are all of the controller's specifications, as provided by the official 8BitDo website.

Specification
Details
Colors- White
- Black
- Purple
Features- TMR joysticks
- 8Speed low latency (2.4G)
- 1000Hz polling rate (2.4G and wired)
- Fire Ring RGB lighting joysticks
- Extra bumpers (R4 & L4)
- Pro back paddle buttons (2)
- Trigger mode switch
- Hall Effect triggers
- Tactile bumpers and D-pad
- 6-axis motion control
- Turbo function
- Vibration
- Supports 8BitDo Ultimate Software V2
Compatibility- Windows 10 (1903) or above
- Android 9.0 or above
Dimensions and Weight- 147 × 103 × 61.3 mm
- 246g
Connectivity- Wireless 2.4G (Windows)
- Wired (Windows)
- Bluetooth (Android)
Includes- Controller
- Charging dock
- 2.4G adapter
- USB cable
- Instructions manual

The 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller is priced between £59.99 and £49.99. Interested players can get it via 8BitDo's Amazon page.

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