One Of the Best 8Bitdo Controllers Just Got Better! SN30 Pro SE

[@ShawnShaman]

8BitDo is easily, imo, the best third party controller you can purchase. Build quality is always awesome.

[@BrianJones-wk8cx]

Agreed. I’ve got an embarrassing number of 8BitDo products (I’m a retro gaming addict, apparently), and have yet to have a bad experience with them.

[@delatomvione9943]

Not to mention that they are the best bang for the buck.

[@Cujobob]

I like their products, generally, but they are NOT known for their build quality. The number of people who’ve had their 8Bitdo controllers simply break after a year is quite high. At AliExpress prices with coupons, they’re nice values, but not at everyday Amazon prices.

[@GeoTheHero]

They are some of the best controllers out there, but I always get issues within a year, such as face buttons sticking, or D-Pad inputs that I'm not actually pressing. Not sure why.

[@armandomoncada9551]

Too bad they stop support for their older products, the OG sn30/ sf30 (the ones that were clones of an snes/ super famicom controllers) no longer work with switch, not even using their 8bitdo controller adapter (wifh claims to work with all 8bitdo controllers) Meaning that at one point the controllers 8bitdo no longer update will stop working with switch.

[@InJeffable]

I can't really justify buying another SN30 Pro (I already have three), but I like the look of the Jade Green one. And it's a small detail, but I think the gold text works well with that green. I think that combination might increase its appeal for Zelda fans even though it's not technically a Zelda-themed controller. For anyone who may not have used one of these controllers, I can say that it's surprisingly comfortable for first-person and third-person shooters. The sides of the controllers rest nicely on the joint at the base of each index finger as you use the analog sticks and trigger buttons. And that SNES-style d-pad obviously makes the SN30 Pro a great choice for side-scrollers. The only game I don't like this controller for is Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. Holding the A button while trying to use the right trigger for drifting is uncomfortable for me on the SN30 Pro.

[@BMPK]

The 1 with handles is perfect

[@crisnmaryfam7344]

I love my 8bitdo Ultimate for stuff like that. For example, SD Gundam Battle Assault, The "Boost/Dash/Dodge" button is A and your attack buttons are the other three, so trying to combo correctly and dodge accurately and simultaneously is near impossible, but remap one of the back bumper triggers, and you can use it as your dash button and never have to slide to "A" to do any of the fancy stuff. It almost made the game too easy after that. Another thing with those back buttons, Stuff like Metroid Dread. You want to spam your fire button sometimes, and others you want to hold and charge. The times rapid fire is more useful are WAY more prevalent, so using the ultimate software to set rapid fire on the shoot button for that back trigger, you can again still jump and dodge ect while not wearing your thumb out rapid smashing the button.

[@jackbootshamangaming4541]

Yea, I'm really liking both the Jade and Purple, although the purple more. But I also have 3 of them already, and then 2 Pros, a Pro 2, now an ultimate too.

[@aeipee13]

DO IT! I got the jade one and it's better than any of the other sn30 before it. I have 6 sn30 controllers now with zero regrets. When the fam comes over for a Mario Kart whooping, they're always happy with the controller situation, all skill no excuses. I have one for the glove box and one for work. 😊

[@cqllel5186]

I got the Jade Green 7 days ago now. Instantly underwhelmed by the Dpad. Coming from the 2DSXL, which has the best possible Dpad ever, the 8BitDo Dpad is just meh. It's great for JRPGs, which I bought it for. But fighting games and platformers, I wouldn't recommend at all Squishy, stiff, whole dpad can be pushed in a little in the center, left/right inputs an up or down almost erry time when sliding side-to-side. The texture isn't smooth, either, making it a bit too grippy. Might just be me since I'm used to the glossy, smooth, clicky Dpad of the 2DSXL

[@Callens76]

Like the video but I cringe every time you say 8bitdo like it’s Nintendo. The company has already said it’s “do” like Scooby Doo

[@beagle989]

thank you i was wondering

[@danielmatamoros]

It's obvious it's meant to be pronounced like Nintendo but they say it's not to avoid copyright issues.

[@SkrappyIE]

The only thing I can't stand about 8bitdo is the dang dpad... I've seen multiple videos of fixing it and people still recommend it. Well, build quality is nice though. The dpad I guess is fine for platforms like mario bros. Throw in Fighting gamed and metroid(which is the reason why I got the pro 2 wired controller for xbox and others like metroid) it sucks.

[@RomiWadaKatsu]

they look cool, but I refuse to buy anything without hall effect sticks

[@larrisAWSOME]

I really hope they release more transparent colors like the jade green for the pro 2. Having 4 different transparent colors would be great for local games and I love the purple.

[@tylerl250]

They have the purple and clear black for the pro 2 but not green yet might grab it

[@mod4rchive]

Its different it doesnt have gold lettering

[@Droogie128]

I'd like to see them use the hall effect sensors in all of their controllers, especially these.

[@willian4428]

they do come with hall effect now.

[@bluekewne]

And it's only like $4 extra too

[@amit_patel654]

That Jade green looks sick. I hope they come out with a ice blue color eventually.

[@weareoneandnone]

bro can tell the future

[@amit_patel654]

​@@weareoneandnone No way. They have ice blue now? 😮

[@DemoniteBL]

@@amit_patel654 Well, it's more of a royal blue.

[@hamzasultan96]

Should have cleared it up that D-input mode is for old games on PC. So if you play any games before the 360 days, they're bound to support D input. The first 3D GTA games come to mind and also I know they're not very popular but if you have played the original releases of the Devil May Cry series upto 3 SE or Resident Evil 4 (I say not popular because most people just emulate the console versions or play the re-releases), they only accept D-input and connecting an XBOX controller or other X-input device will not work.

[@Hau2Ru]

🧐From an aesthetic perspective, 8BitDo should have the inputs buttons a different color than shell itself. I prefer my buttons to have contrast on my controllers.

[@JAFOpty]

the green one reminds me of a Vtech cordless phone I used to have 😊

[@DemoniteBL]

So the big version (with the grips, like a regular controller) has 2 buttons on the back, but this one doesn't. WHY??? I prefer this controller layout, but I really want buttons on the back. Honestly, back buttons should be the norm, I don't know how people can live without them (unless they're playing games with minimal input, I guess).

[@cqllel5186]

If you're using this for Steam, connecting this controller via X input will make Steam recognize it as an Xbox controller To avoid that, just connect it to your PC via Switch input. It'll be recognized as "Pro Controller" on Windows. X input is pointless, unless you want to pretend it's an Xbox con? Or if the games don't support Nintendo controllers and you can't somehow bypass that with Steam or something I also don't rly recommend this controller for fighting games or platformers. The dpad isn't that good or reliable. Luckily, I bought it exclusively for my JRPGs, so I'm not gonna be too worried about random diagonal inputs or be bothered by being able to push the whole Dpad in at once a little bit. I come from the 2DSXL, which has the best possible Dpad and unfortunately, it's still the only good Dpad I've used If you want a controller for your modern games, like Spoodermon or something, just go with a normal controller. The thumbsticks are awkward and your thumbs will be hitting each other. This controller is designed for use of Dpad

[@thepaper888]

4:45 How do I do that with my Samsung galaxy? I tried, and I couldn't.

[@josephpatton8869]

The SN30 controllers “don’t support the ultimate software”? What is that?

[@jonathanh2060]

I was thinking this too. What is that?

[@johnsducks9816]

There is really no reason for them to not be putting analog triggers on these at this point

[@crisnmaryfam7344]

Because Analog triggers are a way of the past. Were on Hall Effect now my guy.

[@johnsducks9816]

@@crisnmaryfam7344 hall effect triggers are analog....

[@daievan1676]

I don't know if 8bitdo sells the same controller in global and China. But in my experience, 8bitdo's controllers quality really sucked. Not even mentioned the poor feel. It's way better than other third party Chinese brands or fake Japanese brands for sure. These things are truly garbage. Just in my opinion, If you want a nice feel controller, my suggestion is choose some more expensive controllers or the first party controllers except Sony DS series. Sorry about my poor English.😅

[@daievan1676]

@@plows2940 Just in my opinion: The biggest problem of DS series is felt worse when I handled it. DS5 is better than DS4, but still far away from Xbox and Switch Pro. I think a good controller should feel comfortable whatever the size of hand. And DS5's stick drifting after by using around 200 hours. I do the same maintenance things as others. It was my first controller drifting. Hope you can understand what I mean because of my poor English😅

[@MrCallmevader]

Can we get a chance to see all the stuff that you have?

[@FoldingScreenMonkey]

Might need to get one of these for my brother as a birthday gift. Btw there's a weird sound thing going on around 1:37, thought you might want to know

[@dcsteele]

6 button option, please 8bitdo. Look at this man playing Capcom fighting games...

[@DE23]

I actually saw an Amazon listing with screenshots of these controllers working in the ultimate software. Can you confirm or deny if the screenshots were real or fake?

[@virtualspace4882]

hey, any info on this?

[@theconsolekiller7113]

Very hesitant to pick up any of 8bitdo's SNES line of controllers due to a very shitty D-pad on the SN30 I got a few years back. It would keep throwing out diagonal inputs, which made games with crouching or tetris style movement, shooters, very hard to play. It was only good for games where you only move and left and right and cannot crouch. 8bitdo's M30 6 button genesis style controller is one of my main controllers for older games, but do not trust the quality of this one. No turbo feature is also very shitty, as it should be easy to include. Retrobit's 6 button genesis controller felt great too, until I played games where the diagonal inputs being thrown out constantly was a big issue. It seems companies are struggling to get this right. The M30 is one of the only retro style USB controllers that got it right for me so far.

[@samiRetro777]

Does it support by 8BitDo Ultimate Software if Not ? is there anyway to swap D-Pad and Left Stick For PC Desktop

[@YouNoMeDawg]

I tried to use the xbox edition of this one with steamdeck and it was so leggy :(

[@tkyage]

I set the controller to Switch mode when using for Steam Deck, that way I can utilize the gyro with the controller. X input wont have gyro so kind of sadge, but Switch input works really well just gotta make sure you dont turn on the "use switch controls" in the control settings and works just like x-input (layout wise).

[@electrohacker]

What is "the ultimate software"

[@LMFAO5001]

The 8bitdo ultimate controller has its own software. Thats what he means

[@nicklong27]

Ah yes D input. I do love to input the d.

[@the-NightStar]

Man, I just want the Super Famicom style colors back. But they're legally not allowed to sell those anymore since Nintendo bitched at them for it. I had a Super Famicom style 8Bitdo but it stopped working and broke, so now I can't replace it.

[@tempo.rarity]

I really hope they've fixed the D-Pad on these. I've had 2 of the pros now and both of them have directional bleed in their D-Pad, which makes playing some games with them just a bad time. It's a shame, because the older FC30/SN30 has really solid D-Pads that have very little bleed.

[@Turbine_]

These controllers are so overrated, I've never tried a gamepad with a worse d-pad in my life, and the buttons are so noisy loud, they feel like cheap hollow plastic

[@baoradio4696]

please do a video testing the DOOGEE S100 Rugged Smartphone(2023), 20GB+256GB Gaming Rugged Phone

[@messu22]

I have an SN30 (regular, not Pro) and had to use paper hole reinforcements to keep the D-pad from registering wrong inputs. Is this still an issue?

[@MisterBrodo]

How are people still pronouncing the brand name wrong?

[@hiepbenh88]

I Just buy 8bitdo ultimate bluetooth (full box new) from a chinese guy from shopee for about 41$ :) super good for the price !

[@ucky9226]

Imagien you obly have steam deck as a pc. 8bitdo would do a big W by doing a linux updating firmware (not even for button mapping, updating would already be INCREDIBLE)

[@alias81c]

All the Bluetooth controllers I have used have had too much latency. Would be good to see latency results on these reviews, as these look really nice.

[@Narding5566]

As someone who already have SN30 Pro and M30 from 8bitdo, never felt any latency issues from both. And I play fighting games so Im very sensitive with latency.

[@alias81c]

@@Narding5566 Excellent, I’ll consider one of these then. Would still be nice to see the figures though.

[@Youtubax]

@@alias81c I own a couple of 8bitdo’s so I can talk from my own experience. There must be some kind of latency obviously but it’s so marginal that is virtually impossible to detect by our brain. Kind of like having a gaming monitor with a 1ms of latency, you just simply don’t notice it at all.

[@Jokerwolf666]

I still have two 8bitdo sn30 pro controllers, I actually used them so much over the last 5 years that I broke the rubber membranes in the d-pad and the buttons on both of them so I'm ordering replacements. I also have two M30 controllers, 3 of their usb dongles (two Ver 1, one Ver 2) and an 8bitdo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller which supports wake up when paired directly to the switch!

[@crisnmaryfam7344]

Love my ultimate. I was blown away by how much of a difference Hall Effects make. Why Sony and Xbox didnt beat them to the punch on this ill never know. It used to be, you went over to your friends house and you got to use the BS "rock candy" or "MADKATZ" off brand third party controller and whined because YOU knew damn well it wasnt as good as the actual Sony/Nintendo 64 one. Now days that trend has swapped... Now the third party 8bitdo and Gulikit are VASTLY better then the first party sony ones. My how times have changed...

[@hilken]

I just bought one in the SNES colors, a wired one to try it as I want it for general use and not only for retro games, and I have to say I'm really surprised of how nice it feels even with fast games like Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate and Fate Extella Link, sure I still need to get used to it (and I have to admit, it wasn't a very good idea to break it in with a Hellblade Glavenus' hunt) but I can honestly see myself using these controllers exclusively from now on.

[@travismarshall3089]

Clearly these are modeled after the Super NES controllers...obviously. Only reason I say that is to say that "cosmetically" the best SN30 Pro's were the first wave that included the alternative SF30 Pro. I guess there was some legal reasons why as I don't know why 8BITDO would otherwise stop that production line.

[@ArcadeIsMyLife1]

Can you tell those morons the GameCube buttons are still wrong on their Gbros adapter even with the latest firmware. B is Y X is A etc.

[@retrodoodmanx7161]

I hope 8bitdo will make a better pro ps5 controller or adapter that makes ps4 controllers work on ps5 games and the same for xbox

[@GuyManley]

Nice little travel controller, had it for years. Used to you it with android for emulation. Got an older SF30 pro with the super fami color way. Updated to 2.0 and paired with the deck easily after that update. I like using it in Switch mode because that gives me gyro. I really miss gyro when using external controllers on the deck.

[@lickkittysplit3871]

Welp, you've sold me my first controller with my computer. I want to buy some old school games on steam and I don't want to use my keyboard. Controller is the way to go.

[@Poonannyish]

Ergonomics are bad for long sessions on these. Get a Xbox series controller with a wireless dongle for pc gaming at home. I have ps5 controller, sn30 pro, Xbox series controller and a bunch of 3rd party Bluetooth controllers. Xbox was best experience hands down

[@ZuoKalp]

Sorry, I owned the SN30 model, cool controller. But sadly 8BitDo spoiled me rotten with the PRO 2 model. I simply can't go back (Thing that didn't happen with the Ultimate Controller, I still see it as a downgrade)

[@ExGearUser]

$50 is a bit much. Coming from someone with multiple 8bitdo controllers, I don't think I can justify. The pro 2 controllers have better economics, same price and have the purple version at least. Sadly no green from what I saw.

[@rolfathan]

I love the controllers, but I HATE how they make you pair them. One of their wireless controllers has a switch on the back, so every time you plug it in, it will be in the input mode you want. Two player game? Your friend can just plug it in. Or worse, when I forget the input and have to look it up. No, just give me the switch on the back, so I can always keep it on z-input, and don't have to hold buttons as I connect it to Batocera!

[@ZulqarnainAidil]

I like the colours but I wish that there’s the option for the standard buttons. I’ll get confused when switching between pc and switch quite often, especially in a new game where I’m not familiar with the controls

[@leo77748]

You can map controls in the Ultimate Software.

[@ZulqarnainAidil]

@@leo77748 what I mean is that it’s kinda hard to make out what the buttons are. I’m not used to Nintendo controls and I do need to glance at them from time to time

[@crisnmaryfam7344]

@@ZulqarnainAidil If you need to "look down" or "glance" at a controller to locate buttons your issue is not with the controller but your own fine motor skills. Most people use a thing called muscle memory. Look it up. "What Is Muscle Memory? Muscle memory is a neurological process that allows you to remember certain motor skills and perform them without conscious effort. Skill retention from muscle memory can potentially last forever, barring any neurological or physical ailments..." When you see a Pro gamer do some Crazy trick reflex shot that looks inhuman, this is what they are using. This is also what people use to perform things like Martial Arts.. or Pro Basket Ball and Football or Soccer (if you are on that side of the planet). When you boil it down, it does not matter that "X Y A B O X" are swapped around. My buttons do what they do, regardless of the letter on the front.

[@JM-sn5eb]

Looks great but build quality (or quality control) is poor. I bought classic G on Amazon. Both analog stick had something like double click.

[@Ninasanz83]

That jade looks delicious

[@jackbootshamangaming4541]

You don't like Gyro? Have you tried Gyro aiming? IT's the best way to aim, so much better than a controller, only a keyboard and mouse beats it, and even there, a good gyro player can beat most KB+M users

[@penismightier9278]

As always these controllers will live or die on the Contra test. If you can't duck without running in a random direction aiming down, then these controllers are useless for their intended purpose.

[@robhiro]

it's absolutely bull- that this is not compatible with the ultimate software. the xbox branded one for android cloud streaming is compatible. lazy lazy...

[@bukithd]

I have a couple of these too and the only complaint I have is that the buttons have a glossy slick texture to them that does not handle hand oils that well. Maybe they could improve them with either a different button set or maybe some texture or concave shapes.

[@twitchster77]

I really didn't have much interest in this controller. Until they made it in green! lol

[@davidgood840]

How does the comfort / feel of this controller compare to the 8BitDo Pro 2? I've noticed that using the left analog stick for side scrolling 2d games (which don't support using the dpad!) is rather uncomfortable. I'd much rather switch to the switch pro controller in that situation.

[@ronniegonzalez7870]

Like the videos, only one note it's n64 funtastic purple not atomic purple

[@DE23]

Anyone else having issues with 8bitdo controllers' analog sticks having issues when multiple controllers are connected on Switch?

[@Shakrak]

Now I wish they'd make the Zero 2 in these colors. The pink, yellow, turquoise is so ugly

[@GeordiLaForgery]

i think the R2 and L2 are not analogue triggers so it's either on/off, might be wrong tho

[@Garfielf]

I love these controllers that mix both modern and retro designs.

[@somethingpurpul]

I have a sn 30 pro that I've had since 2018 and I still have 0 drift and it's my travel controller.

[@ryuninjadragon]

Anybody knows if is compatible with nes ,snes ,genesis or play station minis ?

[@thepaper888]

Have 3 8bitbo products, have gifted several.

[@JustinEmlay]

It looks like the Pro+ is sold out through normal channels. I wonder if something new is coming!

[@frostyarcade]

How do 4 work simultaneously for PC? Do they support 4 players?

[@TeenieTinyTina]

Damn I thought it was somehow updated but it's just a different color.

[@mrwasi99]

Always loved the 8bitdo SN30pro! Great controller to use for pc and switch with awesome customer support if needed.

[@asylum1166]

Does anyone know if these will work with analogue super NT and analogue SG

[@breakpack]

These are my absolute favorite controllers! I hope they make them in an even more variety of colors!

[@Mars_Army]

if they release the Pro 2 controller in jade green it will be an instant purchase.

[@mmert138]

N30Pro were better looking imo. Wish they continued those 😢

[@nickmacdx]

very meh I'm afraid. The colours look cheap and tacky

[@LowPolyLevi]

The green looks amazing, I honestly couldn’t ask for a better looking controller.

[@BrianQuest64]

Can you remap this controllers buttons in the switch settings?

[@ghostbaleada]

This only needs analogue triggers to be the perfect controller

[@zinesis]

Was there a Bluetooth controller thats close to neogeo gamepad?

[@Shinolakiller]

Does it have rumble functionality over BT?

[@surrealchemist]

I wonder what it would look like if you took both of them apart and swapped the buttons. I like the Purple/Green combo, I have a modded GBA like that.

[@SlevinKalevera]

Didn't even hesitate. Ten seconds in; bought it. 😭😭😭😭😭

[@Zoyx]

Hall sensors and a protective travel case. Then I'm sold.

[@MzGamr90]

I don't need a new controller...adds to cart and order before this video ended. lol

[@pixelatedtree]

i ordered one on the 5th and got an update on the 6th and thats it, wish theyd update me :/

[@jessejones1783]

hi would you recommend i should buy the SN30 Pro

[@JBurky15]

That jade green is lookin fresh, definitely going to have to snag one of those

[@CageyLeigh]

I’m just getting into gaming, building an AMD based Windows 11 PC. Would this be a good controller for a total beginner?

[@alvallac2171]

These particular controllers are designed for pocketability, so they're meant for gaming on the go. If you want something for gaming mostly at home, you'll want something with grips instead, because it's more comfortable to hold. You should also consider whether you'll be playing mostly 2D games or mostly 3D games, because that determines whether you'll want the D-pad or the left analog stick to be in the primary position (i.e. on top, to be within easy reach of your left thumb). If you'll mostly play 2D games, 8BitDo Pro 2 is good. If you'll mostly play 3D games, either 8BitDo Ultimate or Microsoft' s official Xbox Controller are good. To be clear, all three of those are _capable_ of both 2D and 3D gaming, so it's about price, availability, features, comfort, and personal preference. 8BitDo controllers have excellent D-pads, which is important for 2D gaming.

[@beyondzen8710]

Would be perfect if it would work on Xbox as well.

[@kechidonick]

Can these be used with the wireless adapter for de SNES?

[@codycooper320]

I really wish they'd make a GameCube one already. Can't find a modern GC controller with analog triggers.

[@giuseppemancino8225]

You haven't tried the ones from RetroFighters

[@moonlambo5229]

I like 8bit DO but Xbox One Controllers are still better.

[@shindre4752]

Once paired with the switch, can it turn on or wake the device?

[@billcook4768]

I’ll always think of these as funtastic colors.

[@Racoonboy80]

How’s the dpad comparing to pro controller?

[@vargsieber]

They look great, but I don't get why they didn't add the features of the Xbox branded SN 30 Pro (PC Software for customization, analog triggers, correct button placement and a home button in the middle).

[@virtualspace4882]

what do you mean the 'correct button placement'? That is the 'CORRECT' one. The SN30 pro stands for Super Nintendo. It's a recreation/homage of the SNES and FamiCom controller. And as for the reasons for the other ones you mentioned, Money of course. Why would they put all of that when they already provide that features in their other product? You want all the bells and whistle? Grab the 8bitDo Ultimate Controller. You want a smaller/mobile with a bit cheaper price? Grab this one.

[@vargsieber]

@@virtualspace4882 loop up the Xbox branded version, you'll understand after seeing it, almost every device that isn't made by Nintendo recognises the button inputs like it would be an Xbox controller, so printing the Nintendo layout on it is just wrong. Depending on how you use the controller analogue triggers can be more useful than rumble, so I'd rather have those instead. PC software support should be a thing, I mean sure the OG SN30 pro didn't have it, but since they launched the app it shouldn't be a problem for newer ones to be compatible, the Xbox branded version is too.

[@juanchoalbano442]

Will this work on fightcade2?

[@Matthew-rp3jf]

Be careful sailing the season for roms..a lot of them have malware on them

[@KetsubanSolo]

A certain archival site is your friend

[@TechRide.]

Does this controller work on Steam link using ipad? please confirm, thank you!

[@estusflask982]

yeah they work on everything

[@juanchoalbano442]

Will this work for fightcade2?

[@mistergrim_official]

Man I wish they'd do a Sega Saturn 6 button model with two thumbsticks, L/R 1&2. As a fighting game fan it would become my new go-to quick!

[@glenngratz4077]

That'd be perfect for N64 emulation as well

[@breakpack]

I think Retrobit is making a controller like this.Retro-Bit SEGA Saturn Wireless Analog Pad

[@robsabey6379]

8bitdo pro 2 xbox controller is awesome

[@KittStargazer]

Can you power on the Switch through the control? Also, I'd like the ability to keep it from turning off when not in use. Hate when I put it down, it turns off, then I have to repair my 8BitDo SN30 Pro+

[@CofeLatTe]

I don't really recommend this pro controller. But recommend the Ultimate or Pro 2 model instead. This pro version looks good but because the analog sticks are located at the bottom of the controller. When you use this joystick, you won't be able to hold it firmly in your hand because it doesn't have a handle. The Pro 2 is not priced close to this model. It has the same functionality and supports customization software. So there's no reason to buy a controller that you don't feel comfortable with.