FUN is Wireless!｜8BitDo Arcade Stick [Nintendo Switch]

[@thepaper888]

I got 2 8bitdo sn30 pro plus controllers, and this 8bitdo arcade stick. I recommend all highly. You can customize the arcade stick with sanwa parts or whatever you want.

[@thepaper888]

I use it for skullgirls, sf alpha 3, 3rd strike, dbfz soon Darkstalkers. Works on pc, switch, Mac, Linux.

[@shadeymcbones6707]

yeah and i use it on a desk so i don't really have any problems with them being cramped or not being stable on my lap

[@TheOriginalStix]

I've put Sanwa buttons on my 8bitdo stick and it's phenomenal. I genuinely don't think 8bitdo can make a bad controller, and that extends to this cheap, but great quality stick.

[@DANNY199566]

Does anybody know if Harpp American buttons can fit insides ?

[@chubbyynation7076]

@@DANNY199566unfortunately not. Parts are too tall for the case

[@cesare4214]

1 year later despite its flaws this still seems like the best solution for me. I emulate games on Steam Deck and i have a Switch. For Fighting games i have Hori Rap 4 and a Fighbox. They are both way too big to casualy play Retro/Arcade games and they are wired.

[@doq]

I've had this for a long time-- about a little more than a year, and it feels not too bad, especially as an entry point to sticks. The only modification I've made to mine was installing an oct gate to replace the square gate that comes stock as at least for me having the tactile feedback of going from one position to another is absolutely paramount to my execution. The lap and the stick and button position comments are totally valid. This is definitely a table stick rather than a lap stick.

[@Fuyu_Arashi99]

Same here. I initially only had an octo gate instead of the stock square gate, but I eventually modded it with silent Sanwa buttons and a Sanwa joystick, and it is amazing for PC.

[@WulffDen]

odin mod when? ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)

[@danielgervasi9567]

Oh man, Bob had entered the chat. I was actually going to recommend NG watch your 8bitdo arcade stick mod videos - those keyboard directional inputs did make it pretty sick.

[@NihongoGamer]

Hmm Bob urs is wasd tho right? Does the 8bitdo have socd cleaning built in? Might consider doing it if it were the Odin Loki version with right thumb jump. But even then the AS Indo Cardimod+ is more flexible position wise. Also right hand position a bit too far left when placed on lap.

[@WulffDen]

@@NihongoGamer Yeah mine is the WASD configuration. I'm not sure about the SOCD, you may need an additional device for the loki / cardi to passthrough for that. The cardimod is installed using an adhesive right? The only reason I'm all about the odin is it just plops in right where the stick hole was and screws in nice and tightly. But if you aren't a fan of where that hole is, I could see the potential issue.

[@nullbyt]

@@WulffDen any fix for diagonal leds when trying to pair bluetooth seems like its a pretty big manufacturing defect with these units.

[@xSkylar64]

This was my first stick! I bought it about 9 months ago for FighterZ. Ive had a hard time playing fighting games with a regular controller and because i play mainly on keyboard and mouse I figured a stick would be a perfect fit. Took some practice but now i feel comfortable playing fighting games. Now ive tricked it out with orange buttons, a 4 stsr dragon ball top and a few Dragon Ball stickers. Love this thing so much.

[@NintendoPlayBox360]

A very good review overall! I have this stick and want to offer a bit of a different perspective. I am not an advanced fighting game player, casual enjoyer at best. Hower I love playing retro or modern arcade style games - SHMUPs, beat `em ups, side scrollers like Metal Slug or just emulate old 8bit and 6 bit games. And this stick is AMAZING for that even in its stock form. I can kick back on the couch, load up some games on my switch or PC hooked up to the TV and enjoy some retro/arcade goodness spiced up with some sweet nostalgia! Its a 10/10 stick for that purpose. I would even argue that the slightly loose stick is a feature. Remember the day you used to visit the arcades? I dont know about you, but for me it would be EXTREMELY rare to have a cabinet with super crisp and tight stick. Most would be loose and some barely working. Yes its not optimal but it does bring me back to that time, which I like.

[@NihongoGamer]

Haha actually that’s a fair point. Most sticks at the arcade are loose from hundreds of hours of being bashed about all day

[@41tinman41]

I really do hope that 8bitdo watches videos like these and take notes. It's always nice to have feedback from someone who actually knows how hardware is used and can see where improvements can be made.

[@trilddmitriy]

Wow, didn't expect review quality like that from you. Good work!

[@scju]

19:16 It doesn't really make much sense to me to say "Until then, I'll see you around." I would expect something like "Until then, take care." Maybe "until then" here simply means "bye-bye", so "bye-bye, I'll see you around." What do you think?

[@NihongoGamer]

I’m referring to the multiple ways you can enjoy NihongoGamer community stuff before the next video/stream. Discord, 2 twitter accounts and also regularly on Doki Doki Drawing videos etc

[@NihongoGamer]

And the nihongogamer Clips channel too

[@davidbanner9001]

It's clearly designed for a table/desktop and not on your lap/legs? I find your comments on this a little bizarre?

[@t7justkc64]

Yeah, it's absolutely ready for online matches. I use the same stick for Tekken 7 (PC) and I managed to get my first TGP with it. Best bang for the buck arcade stick :)

[@mikeshinwa3398]

Would you say this is a good stick for someone who’s never used a stick before? The only thing I’m worried about is the stick itself being weird to do electrics on. Not sure if the limited space for resting my palm would matter since I don’t have any previous muscle memory that I have to fight against. I play with the dual shock 4 and while I like it - I’m sick of the dpad becoming mushy in a few months and want something that would last a long time

[@darkaheart]

You can buy the Mayflash Magic-S Pro 2 adapter to use on your ps4 or Xbox for $26 as an alternative to the $45 adapter. I’m actually building a arcade stand to drop in 2 of these controllers to play on my ps4 when my buddies come over as thanks to the wireless feature

[@thuaners]

this is what i need! a review someone that actually uses sticks for fighting games! thank you for the insightful and detailed review! :)

[@DandyCaballero]

Bought this a while ago and loved having it with me ever since. Whenever I play arcade games, this is what I use for just about anything fighting, beat em ups, shoot ems. So glad you talked about this!

[@KeithONE]

JUST put a brooks wingman on this stick and it works GREAT on SF6

[@93JB93]

I bought this arcade stick back in April of last year and trust me ITS IMMPECABLE for PC and Switch Play! GET IT NAOW!

[@LeKingCarnage]

This stick is pretty nice for casual play with friends. A spring swap or changing the lever to a Sanwa JLF is essential if you want to get serious since the stock lever is a bit loose. I barely use it on the Switch though, the bluetooth makes it really makes it convenient for quick matches on PC so I use it there more. Sucks that screw in buttons don't really fit but that's the only thing I don't particularly like about this stick.

[@LeKingCarnage]

Also for some odd reason its pricing in the Philippines is nearly half the SRP (2700PHP or around 54USD as opposed to 90USD).

[@surft]

@@LeKingCarnage Ya just got it on sale at Lazada for about PHP2580 ($50) delivered. Insane pricing. Maybe because we're near China?

[@LeKingCarnage]

@@surft I would assume our suppliers might be getting stock directly from the factory hence the lower pricing. Occasionally some japanese only Hori products cost a bit less here in PH as well. But nearly half off for this fight stick is quite baffling since the closest competitor is the Mayflash F300 for $60.

[@1updaddy846]

Been using mine for samsho tournaments for a year now and it's greatness.

[@sonicthecoolhogg]

I just saw ur comment and I feel relieved. I ordered this stick cus I play competitive and wanted a stick but people said it doesn't work for smash but I was like "this doesn't sound right lol" so thanks for saying u use it competitive 😂😁

[@Akinoden]

@@sonicthecoolhogg It might work for Samsho (Samurai showdown) but yea, an arcade stick might not work at all for Smash since you'll probably only dash and wont be able to do tilts

[@finallyanime]

fyi it's actually pretty heavy. feels as solid as old TE sticks from madcatz. miss those. wish the start/select buttons were buttons on the side but i guess if you really want you can have them as p1/p2 buttons for config. And i like a lot of space, didnt find the side bothersome w/wineglass style between middle and ring finger. thanks for the video, i can see why people mod it. quality is great and bluetooth/wireless is amazing. just dope as a product for fans of gaming. if you dont have 200-300 for a better stick or need a wireless solution more than you think, this is perfect.

[@THE-CRT]

This or the HORI arcade stick

[@alexsilva28]

Very thorough review! I appreciate you mentioning the lack of space for your palm and the awkwardness of resting the stick on your lap. No one else mentions these things

[@bodhi1271]

It's not meant to be an arcade stick you play with on your lap, but you could easily do that comfortably by using one of those lap desks they make for laptops.

[@elgoog-the-third]

Of all the consoles out there, the last one I'd pay homage to with an *arcade stick* would be the NES, lol

[@binxboi7156]

14:09 yea...about that.

[@mauri-Kasugano]

I’m glad I’m buying this arcade stick for my switch oled imma rock it old school😎

[@ClockworkBard]

I don't feel much need for a fight stick on Switch since I just don't own any fighting games on it. The reason I grabbed this is the Switch is absolutely full to bursting with arcade style shoot 'em ups. Unfortunately, the loose stick in the stock unit was a deal breaker in that environment. I tightened it up with an octagon gate and oversized actuator. I imagine it's probably awful as a fight stick now, but other genres are playing pretty well.

[@Shmuptopia]

Shmups are the only reason I started picking up sticks for Switch. So far, they've been awesome to experiment with even though I don't use them for every single arcade shooter. At this point, I lean more toward dpad for retro shmups and I'm wondering if there are any dpad arcade "sticks" on the market where there's no actual stick, but a dpad instead.

[@wyattday-mc7dt]

does this stick work with any good non fighting games, like the gba games on the switch? i’ve been struggling with tendinitis and looking for an easier way to play chill games

[@joandarc441]

I really love 8bitdo i have their Sn30 Pro and Sn30 Pro + also you should review the PXN X8 non stick arcade stick

[@cleangoblin2021]

What baffles me is their pricing based on the region. In my place its just $55 but ive seen it go as much as $100 in the west

[@AngelJuarez-vg8gg]

Anyone know what stand nihongo uses in this video for the switch? I recently just got a switch lite for my birthday and with marvel coming to switch it's basically the perfect timing lol. Thankfully I have a mayflash f300 that I got for 15 bucks which works natively with switch and sanwa buttons on it I bought years ago.

[@Easmodx]

I really felt the "Switch owners are second class citizens in the FGC" comment. There's a local gaming bar where we usually host tournaments and grinding meetups in my city and as long as there are available TVs, anybody can bring their own consoles. NO MATTER which game I bring, everyone always goes "I like it but I play it only on Playstation". Like, I understand preferring the better performing console for online play, or maybe if you want to practice for a local tournament since these are always played on PS4/5 by default. But for local friendlies? I can't catch a break: Bro, let's play Street Fighter 3 3rd Strike!- "Sorry bro, I play it on Playstation" Persona 4 Arena Ultimax!- "Playstation" Fighting Ex Layer!- "Playstation" Dragon Ball Fighter Z!- "Playstation" Blazblue Cross Tag!- "Playstation" Guilty Gear Accel Core+!- "Playstation" (or Steam in this case, but why tf do you need rollback for LOCAL PLAY? Jesus christ everybody, just play some friendlies with me, I swear the Switch doesn't bite!) I just wanna play FGs man.

[@BIGgamez78]

If you get 2 of these fight sticks would you be able to play 2 players at the same time on a single Nintendo Switch. Like play street fighter 2 battling each other or play beat em up games like TMNT or Final Fight together?

[@JonnyJayy]

I have this stick and also the Hori alpha... I gotta HEAVILY disagree with you on the ergonomics of it, First off you have to reeealllyyyy try and move it around for it to do what you demonstrated and also why is it resting on your legs? that has to be a preference because Im 6ft tall and it sits on my lap pretty comfortably thanks to the compact size, second the hand placement thing is kinda weird considering most peoples hand float when playing fighting games, do you only play with your finger tips? doesnt seem very practical, if you want faster inputs you should probably be going wired anyways thats the traditional way

[@thath4tguy]

I was very excited for this stick and bought it right when it came out. Unfortunately the little wrist space on the left side of the lever is causing me major discomfort and I hardly ever use the stick anymore. The qanba drone - while not much larger in size - feels much more comfortable to me. Also the first unit I received had a dead bluetooth module and had to be returned. On the postive side: 8bitdo screwed 3 sheets of metal into the bottom shell giving this controller a more solid feel compared to qanba drone.

[@sunderark]

I came here expecting a review and came out a little bit wiser on industrial design.

[@lit_wick]

I thought about buying one of these. Decided to spend the $90 on a brook wireless board instead. Very happy with my modded, wireless Madcatz TE that connects to multiple consoles. This is still a rad entry point. Way better than the madcatz se I started with.

[@eded9157]

A wanted this stick since it came up, the look is beautiful, but since its not compatible with PS4... well its useless for me. I wish they make a similar version but for PS4+PC. I never play fighting games on Switch.

[@9720muazkamenrider]

Hi how are you and you from japanese

[@MegaManNeo]

Thanks for showing this arcade stick. I honestly consider to pick one up for a while now, mainly for Soul Calibur 6, Tekken 7 and perhaps a more authentic feeling when playing Metal Slug, all on my PC. Maybe this is worth it for me after.

[@AlphaProto]

I'm bad at using a joystick for inputs, but that controller looks beautiful.

[@danielgervasi9567]

Nice review NG! You should check out Wulff Den’s modding videos on the 8bitdo arcade stick.

[@PieMK6R]

Any one make a pc out of an arcade stick that plays emulators, with an hdmi output yet?

[@nullbyt]

I got mine last week and I'm loving using it on dreamcast with the brook wingman converter

[@nullbyt]

Update: bluetooth functionality died 😢 led displays diagonal lights and doesn't connect to anything unless using 2.4 dongle or wired. This is super upsetting tried firmware update which fixed the led not displaying properly when charging but doesn't fix bluetooth. Seems others have this issue and have had to return.

[@rxzero00]

I have 3 sticks now. My Qanba Q1W is my casual wireless 2.4GHz stick (though I have it modded with Seimitsu parts) which I think is easier to deal with than what I can tell from the 8Bitdo stick. I can have at least the main 8 buttons be screw ons although I have only snap ons on that stick. It may not be as compatible but I only play on PC so it's no big deal. I think it has more room for my hand although not as much as my other two sticks and I didn't have to cut wires or so to mod anything with it.

[@dognote1554]

NihongoGamer I was sorta just watching this video since I was bored and I just wanted to see what your thoughts were about it and I was wondering if you ever planned to review the PowerA Fusion Wireless Arcade Stick for Nintendo Switch seeing as that's the other wireless stick on the switch

[@NihongoGamer]

I’ll try it if they wanna send me one. I’ve got too many sticks as it is tho

[@dognote1554]

@@NihongoGamer alright thanks for letting me know and yeah that's true having too much of one thing can at times just be space used up that could easily be used by something else

[@CreationBoss-b8m]

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[@teaddict-]

For someone who would consider the wireless features mostly a nice-to-have (though the removable cable is some fantastic future-proofing in the all but inevitable case of cable failure at some point in the product's lifespan), and rather ergonomics being the main concern, would you consider the extra ~$50 for the hori hayabusa money well spent for its wider base? Are there any other points where the 8bitdo stick is an improvement on hori's product? Anything that might make you choose the 8bitdo stick over the hori hayabusa besides the price (and wireless connectivity)? It has been a while for me, so I can't recall the details of your hori hayabusa switch ed. review very clearly in terms of mod-friendliness and such. Excellent review video, as always!

[@IntoTheLabyrinth]

Thank you, nice review. Super helpful because I've been thinking about getting this stick controller.

[@dillonmui9484]

Is it compatible to play Cotton Fantasy?

[@Rcarbajal27]

It is a great stick I had it for a while but one thing I did notice is when you have it on Bluetooth and you use some Bluetooth headphones as well it makes the input lag drastically bad. But when I noticed it I just plugged the 2.4 dongle to the switch and it was back to normal. Just fyi if some one was wondering.

[@ALE34_]

It is not really fault of the stick, rather the switch bluetooth is hot garbage. It can barely handle 4 controllers at the same time. All my controllers lag and have connection stability issues, including pro, SN30 Pro, joycons, you name it. Only 8bitdo receiver is stable funny enough.

[@-aexc-]

@@ALE34_ yeah the switch wireless card is actual garbage. even the WiFi

[@yyuseii3257]

It's been while from your arcade stick review.

[@phelper4554]

Which one would you recommend the hori or this one ?

[@kevinortizvanegas9921]

8bitdo is the perfect culprit for the cardi mod.

[@coderkind]

The modability of this put me off; they initially advertised it as being extremely mod-friendly but that turned out not to be the case unless you're opting for standard Sanwa JLF and buttons. Hopefully they fix this in a future revision.

[@NihongoGamer]

With just a few small tweaks they will have a product that wipes the floor with other sticks in this price range

[@doombga]

I've been an avid fight stick enthusiast and FGC member for many years. I have several fight sticks and leverless sticks, all upgraded and tweaked to my liking. The 8 bit is by far my favorite stick. Definitely swap out the normal components to improve it, and with a detachable joystick it's probably the most portable on the market I would argue, both size wise and feature wise. Do not make the mistake of discounting this 80 dollar instrument of enjoyment, I would take it over probably any other stick on the market.

[@jetstreamsam2657]

Does it work with android?

[@thescrublord31]

Nihongo is back!

[@kevinchan6826]

HI , I AM A KOF 15 PLAYER , Could you recommend some joystick to me , price is not a problem . Btw i love your videos>,

[@Jamil1989]

This would be mindlowing for any arcade like game. I never bought any of these controllers. I plan on buying one soon. 😊

[@SolarFarle]

I love arcade sticks even though I never owned any.

[@buckbreaker5185]

You should get one. Any dpad heavy games are fun to play with one. Even ps1 action games like Tenchu

[@SolarFarle]

@@buckbreaker5185 Do you know any good ones that can be used on both PC and consoles?

[@buckbreaker5185]

@@SolarFarle imo you are better off making one. They are extremely easy to make and pretty cost effective. You can make a pro tier one for about $150 with a brooks pcb, a box from etsy, and sanwa parts. Even less if you make the box yourself. Additionally, for entry level the Qanba drone is surprisingly good (especially if you switch the lever and buttons with sanwa parts). What console do you game on?

[@buckbreaker5185]

@@SolarFarle also most sticks that work on console should work on pc. My friend plays on a qanba drone which is designed for ps4 but it is plug and play on PC as well

[@SolarFarle]

@@buckbreaker5185 Alright thanks. And lately I have been gaming on my PS4, Xbox Series S, and occasionally the Switch. I use my PC mainly to game. I never exactly built anything but I am willing to try at some point. Again thanks.

[@jqson24]

Hello. Do you think it is possible to use this on ps vita? I've always wanted wireless fightstick and my only fighting game in pc is SFV, so I wanted to try some of my ps vita games with a controller on games like Street Fighter X Tekken, Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3, and Under Night In-Birth.

[@bunnybreaker]

I'm looking for a wireless stick for PC. This has me intrigued. Anyone recommend this or something else?

[@bingobaz6402]

I can't even pair mines had it for over a week. Instructions are vague I don't know if I need to use dongo thing or wires. Or does it only work in dock mode? I tried everything I just can't get mines to work.

[@hildasoriano9007]

Wonder will arcade sticks look great like nintendo style retro. Now a duck Hunt or gum show tape add on .

[@man0grc]

Does it work only with fighting games or with any game?

[@NihongoGamer]

Should work with any game in theory but without analog sticks it might not be very useful

[@facundosoler2200]

I just wanted to say: Sick COMBO you pulled off there 😂 niice skills ! On the other hand, awesome review, I'm worried about the little space for the wrist and the whole stick pad moving around ... I'll see if I can get another stick otherwise I'll just YOLO and get this (you can always sell it eventually if it's bad ) thank you !

[@KaiAlter]

I wanna do that macro function haha

[@PhotoJohn80]

Just put something on your lap first like a laptop table. I mean that’s a super easy fix for a lot of complaining about it not sitting on your lap the way you want it to.

[@TyuErt]

somewhat unrelated, is that hard battle or a different ranma game? dunno what the s.famicom cart looks like

[@TheRealDustinNunn]

Review the Qanba Pearl.

[@Odie50000]

I'm actually just going to buy this for the classic emulated old games on switch like genesis games.

[@musata116]

They must've updated it recently, I got mine last week and mine had Phillip head screws

[@AresGod0fWar]

“Your father wanted you to have this when you were old enough, but your uncle wouldn’t allow it. He feared you might follow old Ono-San to some damn Street Fighter arcade like your father did.”

[@janseendiguiseppiThomasMC]

i think the look is a great tribute to the classic NES Advantage arcade controller! my neighbor had one and i was so jealous 😂 I looked them up and they are some floating around on ebay.

[@MichaelHarto]

"automatically when you flip the input mode selector" i don't think it counts as automatic when you need to flip the input mode selector manually lol

[@buckbreaker5185]

I'll never buy 8bitdo after how my pro 2 died within 6 months.

[@trustyvault13canteen32]

Holy Shit. I was just looking at the 8bitdo arcade stick yesterday and i wondered if it was worth it. So i went to your channel now and hoped for a review and here it is. Can you read my mind????

[@franciscopinho2103]

hello! can you connect 2 controllers to play with friends on the pc wirelessly? thanks

[@PeterAnkar1]

I'm looking to buy an arcade stick for my Nintendo Switch. I've seen your reviews on the 8 bitdo, the Power A, and the NEO GEO Arcade stick pro. Which of these 3 would you highly recommend. A lot of the reviewers seem to like the Power A the best.

[@cassboyyy7243]

I have it and will never use it on a switch, is not worth it, it's for pc, the switch is a friendly option, this is the best arcade stick at the price by a longshot

[@smokegames1179]

got a deal for $60 used with sanwa stick and 4 buttons are sanwa already

[@gihi6229]

Can you emulate keyboard keys with macro buttons? or red ones? Thank you.

[@esmooth919]

Honestly, the only fighting game i have a hard time with on the JoyCons is Street Fighter. All the other fighting games i own seem to work just fine.

[@Simptendo]

I just want this for Arcade Archives DK Frogger and Pacman

[@dylanlourens]

I have the first version of this stick. I replaced all the buttons and stick 😅. Is this one better quality?

[@itsawinnerfereal]

lad, you spend time saying look it doesn't fit on your lap. Have you thought of using a tray or something

[@NihongoGamer]

Only if the tray is NES themed

[@itsawinnerfereal]

@@NihongoGamer now your thinking. You can keep that idea for the next time you have a problem and you'll come across as a genius. I use a food tray that has a cushion filled with Styrofoam balls in it,

[@vdfritzz]

my sanwa is VERY loose, been using it for 10 or 12 years, i need a new spring 😅

[@yesmate78]

Great with soft modded xbox original via Brooks adapter

[@MT_-_-_-2187]

3:00…. Did you say “ Juri players” ???🤣🤣🤣 So true

[@haworth137]

Was almost convinced to buy until the bottom reveal. I need it "ALL OVER" the bottom.

[@nexusprime2487]

I might plan on buying this in the future and mod it with the odin since I was interested on the mixbox but it's a little expensive and this one is more affordable.

[@kevinyang916]

I've been using this stick with the switch for a year now and love it. Is it also compatible with the 8bitdo retro receiver for the SNES classic?

[@DJ4461]

How would you use a controller using WIFI?

[@bingobaz6402]

Can someone tell me does this thing only work in dock mode?

[@AceofKadeisAoK]

Hey NihongoGamer, have you tried using the Nacon Daija arcade stick? I've always wondered what your opinion on it would be

[@Fate263]

I'm not normally big on Arcade sticks... But I may have a keen interest in the idea.

[@jaredalbin5658]

I added a 6lb spring to the original stick lever and it feels perfect now.

[@100toeface]

@nihongogamer at 0:11 That looks like Street Fighter V, how are you playing that on a nintendo switch, it didn't come out for Switch?

[@NihongoGamer]

You’re right, it does look like SFV but it’s actually Ryu and Ken as guest dlc characters in smash bros ;)

[@DANNY199566]

What’s the mount that holding the switch called ? The display stand with the usb ports called? Someone please help let me know what it is !

[@NihongoGamer]

It’s a Brook dock for switch. I have a video on my channel about it

[@juancapture]

Thanks for the review. Can you check the Power A Fusion Arcade Stick as well. Thanks!

[@NihongoGamer]

Get them to send me one and sure I’ll check it out

[@OrchidEleven]

I bought one of these after some brief advice in your discord!