I actually use an 8bitdo Pro 2 to play Halo Infinite online on PC. It kicks absolute ass, perfect stable sticks with 0 drift (I can literally get away with 0 deadzones) and the paddle buttons allow me to jump and reload without taking my thumbs away from the sticks.
@RetroGameCorps2 жыл бұрын
Ah, reload for the back button is a good idea!
@SEVENTEENPOINT12 жыл бұрын
I picked up the Pro 2 wireless version for PC as well, it is such a nice controller! It was a definite upgrade over my SN30 Pro.
@coolperson42832 жыл бұрын
You don't get any deadzone with 0% dead zone because there is an inherent dead zone applied before the user applicable dead zone. You can see for yourself by gently nudging the sticks and see no input on the screen whatsoever.
@NiKE-20022 жыл бұрын
@@RetroGameCorps Hey, as mentioned in my other comment, there are solutions to use other controllers like the PS5 one on Xbox Series (Titan Two or Cronus Zen). What about testing these? Would be interesting!
@X3TAJIOH2 жыл бұрын
You play Halo on PC with gamepad, but I play Halo on XBox with keyboard+mouse xD
@MintyVoid2 жыл бұрын
as someone who grew up/prefers the dualshock, bless 8bitdo ;-;. almost all controller manufacturers have shifted to the xbox style of controller layout. It's so hard to find something similar to the dualshock that's actually good quality and not 80$+(cad). Thanks as always for going into so much detail about how everything feels, it super helps.
@RetroGameCorps2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the video!
@celsolaurentino28762 жыл бұрын
8BitDo make the best 3rd party controllers
@jasonboy96762 жыл бұрын
This company is taking controllers to another level. They care about quality and durability over a controller that looks fancy.
@ncf12 жыл бұрын
well said!
@robmoye73732 жыл бұрын
They have really come a long way. Their first controllers they put out had terrible d-pads, but they are perfect now. I use a SN30 Pro+ for pc and I love it.
@IncessantWake2 жыл бұрын
@@robmoye7373 I just bought the 8bitdo pro 2 and you are absolutely right! the D-pad is the best of the best.
@manhealme2 жыл бұрын
@@robmoye7373 same for me dude, it have taken a few falls and still feels rock solid (mines the snes purple one)
@TBrizzle012 жыл бұрын
@@robmoye7373 I'm glad someone else said it. I have the wireless SNES controller for the SNES classic and the dpad is a noticeable issue. No one else seemed to have said anything.
@ZackMorris12 жыл бұрын
I literally just bought the sn30 pro SNES wireless one you show in your other videos as a Christmas present for a friend I am gifting a retro setup for. Yes there was a $20 knockoff version on Amazon, but your vouching for these made me spend the extra money because quality does matter.
@beowulf8482 жыл бұрын
I got one of these specifically because it's wired (low input lag). Can't say enough good things about it. I love the software that lets me set the trigger sensitivity. Highly recommend.
@ricgricher2 жыл бұрын
I was waiting for a good review on this, and now I consider it done 👍. I will buy it for sure. Thanks!
@rvnhty2 жыл бұрын
Bought it. It looks good, doesn’t feel cheap and it’s less expensive than the official controller in Canada. Thanks for the review !
@108Stars Жыл бұрын
Got this controller the other day and I am very happy about it. Funny enough not so much for pre-PS1-retro that needs a d-pad, but because of the analogue sticks. I want to only emulate PS1, PS2, PSP, Dreamcast, Gamecube and Wii with it, so only devices where you would want sticks. I cannot say anything about other people's hands but my relaxed thumb is nowhere near the left stick on the original controller. Both thumbs naturally rest where the PS/8bitdo sticks are for me. I was virtually unable to play with the original controller for long periods of time because having my left thumb so high on the left is super uncomfortable for me. So those sticks were the reason for me to buy the controller. I also like that the d-pad isn't so loud. The original controller has a click so loud everytime I press it, it makes me think a woodpecker was sitting on my hand. Glad 8bitdo released this. Otherwise my Series S would only collect dust. Great emulation machine now!
@DigitalAsshat2 жыл бұрын
Been waiting for this here in Germany for a while and paused mid video to order it :-). I have the SN30 Pro Plus and it's the best 3rd party controller I have seen yet. This thing looks even better. Good review, thank you. Edit: Playing Halo Infinite with this controller now. Love it. Thumbsticks are a bit slippery but build quality is excellent. Highly recommended.
@RyanParreno2 жыл бұрын
so happy 8bitdo has come a long way; they really made the next evolution of the SNES controller that the DualShock is not
@Psmgamer2 жыл бұрын
Ordered myself one cause Best Buy had it for $34. I never tried 8 Bit Duo before but heard they make great controllers for Switch. Been wanting a retro style controller for Xbox especially for fighting games.
@sutton47912 жыл бұрын
Xbox will never let it happen, but I wish they'd let third party controller use their wireless "tech". A bluetooth version of this controller, for pc, would be my ideal controller for years.
@DE232 жыл бұрын
8bitdo already has a Bluetooth version of this controller. The Bluetooth version is even compatible with Switch and Android in addition to PC. The Bluetooth one isn't compatible with Xbox consoles though. Edit: He actually shows off the Bluetooth version in the video.
@MJBjj8702 жыл бұрын
@@DE23 dang! If it was on Xbox I’d have to cop it
@yesmate782 жыл бұрын
@@MJBjj870 get a Brooks adapter
@Grandmaster-Kush Жыл бұрын
I still need to get a mobo with bluetooth or a dongle, haven't had that in like 10 years lmao so always stick with wired
@Fatalis_4K2 жыл бұрын
Well done review, and I love the comparison.
@rodrigo532 жыл бұрын
I’ve got the 8bitDo pro 2 for the switch. I couldn’t be happier. If these companies were smart, one of them would buy them. This company making controllers for just one system would tip the balance for the future.
@kastus37682 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU FOR THIS! Since i switched to Xbox from playstation i struggled so much with the Xbox analog sticks. It really ruined. My gaming experience on my series x. I ordered one immediately after the video (come on Amazon!!!). Love your channel. Definitely waiting for the updated RetroArch configuration video you mentioned.
@simonclark6562 Жыл бұрын
Ive currently got the same problem that you had with the THUMBSTICKS, changing from PS4 to XBOX S. Did this 8BITDO retro controller solve the problem.
@the_full_english Жыл бұрын
Just get a Brook Wingman XB adaptor and use your PS controller wired or wireless. I’m a life long PS man and have gone to a Series X and hated the controller. Got a Brooks adapter on Amazon and use my trusty old DS4 controller and it feels like home! 👍
@starwarsmaster2 жыл бұрын
You always say you are going to keep it under a certain amount of time or you apologize for the long videos, but I LOVE the long videos! I use them as podcasts!
@RetroGameCorps2 жыл бұрын
Yeah at this point it's just a joke to me. I record my footage and then have an idea in mind of how long it will be, but I don't really mind when they run long. I just have fun guessing to see how accurate I am. My goal is always under 20 mins, but as we saw last week with my RG552 video, sometimes I can get out of hand...
@MrCumstein2 жыл бұрын
@@RetroGameCorps it's funny I enjoy longer videos no matter what they're on.
@Thepragtisme2 жыл бұрын
Xbox layout-ed controllers are more suitable for racing dan shooting, but it's real bad for platformer and fighting. While Dualshock layout-ed controller are more all-rounder, they're best for platform and fighting yet still acceptable for racing and shooting.
@NiKE-20022 жыл бұрын
If this Controller was wireless, I would buy it immediately. Love 8bitdo, i already own several models, all wireless and perfectly working. And to be honest, i think the original Xbox Series Controller feels cheap and is much too loud. At the moment i play Dead Cells on Switch with the Pro Controller, and Halo Infinite on XSX. And, oh man, the difference in quality of these two are so heavy. OK, Switch Pro Controller lacks Analog Shoulder Buttons, but if i could use it with Xbox i would rather use the Nintendo one instead of the original. Still hoping for a decent solution to use a third party wireless controller on Xbox.
@nuckv75442 жыл бұрын
Same, but sadly that's on Microsoft and not on 8BitDo, from what I've Microsoft won't license any 3rd part wireless controllers.
@KatRollo2 жыл бұрын
@@nuckv7544 So that's why. Typical corpo move. Sadly, no wireless is the deal-breaker for me.
@therealnmg2 жыл бұрын
They did approved for another wireless 8bitdo controller right? The one for phones. Honestly I just want a wireless one for my PC, complete with the XBOX button and proper button layout.
@DE232 жыл бұрын
Unfun fact: This controller has Bluetooth to connect to the app, it just doesn't have a battery. Theoretically, 8bitdo could release a battery pack you can plug this controller into so you could use it wirelessly.
@NiKE-20022 жыл бұрын
@@DE23 I'm not sure if this would work, maybe i'm wrong but afaik Xbox Series-Controllers use a special kind of connection, what's also the reason other Bluetooth capable controllers (like the Switch Pro Controller) may be recognized by Xbox Series, but won't register any button presses. I ordered the 8Bitdo Controller anyway, also because it has my preferred layout (like Playstation), and for the cable, well, I can better live with that than with the overall haptics and clickynes of the original Xbox-Controller.
@HybridAngelZero2 жыл бұрын
YES! As someone who plays a lot of classic games and 2D games on my Xbox One, this something I've been waiting for!
@Hardware_Hermit2 жыл бұрын
In the past I know some 8bitdo controller have had issues with diagonals, how was your experience with them on this controller in something like Super Metroid? Really digging the content!
@themixedmamba10122 жыл бұрын
It’s still a problem I got it to see if this was still going on
@pr3cious1932 жыл бұрын
As someone who likes the ps4/5 controller layout and wants an xinput controller for pc games, this is perfect.
@1982markjm2 жыл бұрын
BRO WHAT. The Xbox Series controller has an amazing Dpad. It's a disc with micro switches, the shape is perfect for rolling directions in fighting games. Big disagree on that one here. Maybe you play with the tip of your thumb? I use the joint of my thumb and it's absolutely perfect imo. Finished and played a bunch of new-retro games with zero issues. You anchor the joint in the middle of the dpad and just slide to the direction you want.
@Vintiqueture2 жыл бұрын
It is a pretty awesome dpad, minor improvement over their last-gen controller, huge improvement over the 360. While I do like it, it is a smidget over the top with how clicky it is. The PS Vita is still the best dpad to come out in a while, the perfect marriage between a Sega Saturn dpad and the Neo Geo Pocket joystick.
@MrCumstein2 жыл бұрын
Nice video, Russ. As usual.
@redcomn2 жыл бұрын
Can i use it with pc too?
@golions135792 жыл бұрын
These newest 8bitdo d-pads are perfect. It feels so close to a SNES d-pad which is 2D perfection
@mrt.71462 жыл бұрын
The Switch compatible wireless version is truly amazing! Top-tier controller!
@o-SPECTRE-o2 жыл бұрын
It is a really great controller. Build quality is excellent. The only thing missing is a turbo option for some of the retro games - beatem-ups and side scrolling shooters. Apart from that one thing its perfect and I prefer it to the official Xbox controller.
@chadsmith7075 Жыл бұрын
I just got mine today, I am now complete in my life : )😊
@the_full_english Жыл бұрын
For anyone looking for something a bit more like a PS controller to use on their XB then I’d recommend getting a Brook Wingman XB adapter rather than this. I’ve recently got a Series X and couldn’t get on with the controller so got a Brooks adapter off Amazon and use my trusty old DS4 controller on it, feels like home! 👍
@heavilycontxst979910 ай бұрын
Have you noticed it’s delayed at all ?
@arcaderacer5862 жыл бұрын
You described the way the controllers feel in the hands perfect! I prefer the xbox standard controllers becsuse I lole racing games. For retro I like the 8bitdo M30 for its 3 over 3 layout. Perfect for mame games
@MichaelM282 жыл бұрын
Just got mine today. Absolutely the best xbox controller I've ever used
@Usaji_2 жыл бұрын
it's insane how diferent of a tone you took with this review compared to your pro 2 review lol
@KaraokeDuov22 жыл бұрын
I just want to say, I think a wheel shaped D-Pad is great for fighting games.
@aLe-be2fq2 жыл бұрын
and shmups too
@phox20552 жыл бұрын
@@aLe-be2fq and its really good for platformers too, definitely the best 1st party dpad of this generation
@stephanboxall14622 жыл бұрын
It looks so sleek and clean. I think if it’s released in a wireless BT version, I’ll certainly buy one. My preference of controllers is the SF30 pro which just has such a nostalgic feel… they’re harder to come by these days though.
@DE232 жыл бұрын
There is a wireless version, *BUT* it's compatible with different devices. The wired one can work on Xbox and PC, The wireless one works on Android, PC, and Switch.
@yesmate782 жыл бұрын
@@DE23 Brooks adapter xb
@Anti_Abe2 жыл бұрын
I wonder how well this remote works with fighting games?!🤔🤔 such as Injustice 2, MKX, MK11 etc? Anyone have any experience with this remote on fighting games?
@rosco84532 жыл бұрын
Played some mk11 on it and it's really good but the mushiness for me is a bit weird coming from a perfect clicky Xbox controller
@D95er2 жыл бұрын
Gonna pick this up. Just got retroarch on my xbox. Just wish it was wireless, but still looks really nice for emulation .
@gameboy9672 жыл бұрын
don't worry about keeping anything under a certain time limit. I like your longer videos
@dailyprofitcenter2 жыл бұрын
Great stuff....but more Chicken please. :)
@mardukas132 жыл бұрын
There's something that you mentioned and 8Bitdo showcased hugely on the ads for the Xbox Pro 2: the LT/RT triggers' vibration. It's meant for playing FPS and especially Forza, which rely a lot on that kind of features to transmit the game feel to the player. Does the Pro 2 Wireless feature that as well?
@GrandeGio952 жыл бұрын
Does it feature ?
@yesmate782 жыл бұрын
It's called haptic feedback
@1BYEBYE1 Жыл бұрын
If they made this in wireless I would buy it
@abrahamfigz6585 Жыл бұрын
USPS. Never got it, bought something else (Power A) , will buy again.
@DontGiveUp_Skeleton2 жыл бұрын
Is it strange to only want this controller because it's wired? I remember when you never once had to worry about replacing them or strategically placing them so they didn't disconnect.
@SEVENTEENPOINT12 жыл бұрын
Well the Pro 2 for Switch/PC is wireless but includes a replaceable rechargeable battery that can be replaced with AAs or you can directly wire it via USB-C.
@Eunostos2 жыл бұрын
I remember when i didn't have to worry about replacing them o strategically positioning them so they didn't disconnect. It was... today, since i typically leave my DualSense plugged in during use and never put batteries in my Xbone one at all.
@DontGiveUp_Skeleton2 жыл бұрын
@@Eunostos The wire gets knackered, becomes rigid. I have to replace a wire every 4 months normally.
@delightfulsquirtle316 Жыл бұрын
love this one. You're right. The 8bitdo one really works best with 2d/retro games whule the original xbox controller is better for racing games, shooters and other more modern games.
@Albatraze_2 жыл бұрын
That's a beautiful controller, I can't wait to buy this
@GrandeGio952 жыл бұрын
Great review, maybe the best for this controller
@MoreTechSir2 жыл бұрын
I love this has such a greatfeel in your hands and the custom software is a great addition. Do you find you get grip fatigue at all with this control.?
@rafadono2 жыл бұрын
It looks really good!. But, for me, the best modern retro controller is the 8bitdo m30, I don't know if it works on Xbox though.
@samaeldrakul41912 жыл бұрын
Thank goodness!... I am a long time ps player making the jump to xbox but i hate the xbox pads, this is an absolute god send! ❤😍❤ I dont just want it... I NEED IT!! Really sweet review by the way 👍👍👍👍
@wiqy47332 жыл бұрын
Does control freaks fit this controller
@RealCelticGamer2 жыл бұрын
I have the SN30 Pro 2 that this is based on, it's a fantastic controller.
@morona3030 Жыл бұрын
Só avisando um ponto que a maioria do pessoal não comenta, essa versão funciona tanto no PC quanto no Xbox, porém não funciona no Android ou iOS. E diferentemente dos outros controles da marca, o Software dessas versões do Xbox não permitem utilizar macros ou função turbo, ou seja os pads traseiros perdem metade das funções que poderiam ter. Então caso você não jogue no Xbox, não compre esse modelo licenciado do Xbox, compre o Pro convencional, pois ele terá mais usabilidades. ✌
@shuttlecockgourock3948 Жыл бұрын
this is the perfect design for a controller
@LooKyz2 жыл бұрын
Nice & cheap controller looks good!
@notavailable89552 жыл бұрын
I wish it was wireless though for android and pc because the original pro 2 doesn't work wireless on pc
@breakpack2 жыл бұрын
I really enjoy using this controller but I hate that they took away the turbo button option when pressing the star button. That is useful in retro games. I hope this can be an option in a future firmware update.
@tattoodrdoke2 жыл бұрын
Xbox one controllers is probably one of my favourite controllers for long sessions.
@oobgarm12 жыл бұрын
Good stuff. I haven't gone fully into retro on the Xbox due to the controller setup, but this is a game changer in that regard. Excellent review that covers everything.
@pholly2 жыл бұрын
This looks awesome
@yakumoyukariz49382 жыл бұрын
really love that controller use it both retro and modern games i like it has share button so you dont have to dashboard click on record what happen, instead just click button and con is not supported with xbox 360 consol but hope brook wingman xb fix later update 😙
@northnorthsouth16 ай бұрын
I need help with wireless controllers for the Odin 2 pro. Which wireless controllers can I use for SNES, Sega Saturn, N64, GameCube, Wii and PS2
@loudassvictor2 жыл бұрын
Definitely getting this for PC gaming.
@DE232 жыл бұрын
8bitdo has a Bluetooth version of this compatible with PC but not Xbox consoles.
@MrMekmek29 Жыл бұрын
i noticed delays when playing xbxs2, does this have that? When are you gonna do an xbxs2 review?
@jasonshiers57712 жыл бұрын
Looks a solid controller.
@somemygameplays7 ай бұрын
Can i ask? Do you have this controller Triggers vibration? like a original series x/s controller? Thanks for answer
@Snowmation2 жыл бұрын
It looks like a win to me, gonna head to Amazon now. lol
@thebocop2 жыл бұрын
Uhhhh gotta disagree completely on the modern Xbox Dpad not being good for retro gaming, it actually really is.
@matttrepanier46922 жыл бұрын
I just ordered one of these, I hope my kontrol freaks fit 😂
@justinmaddox413411 ай бұрын
I ordered this for Mortal Kombat 1, the d-pad on the regular Xbox controller is terrible.
@philbln Жыл бұрын
Am I the only one experiencing the issue, that the XBox Wireless Headset has no sound when this controller is attached????
@bluepaintsmells2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic!
@sam_.x.3x1622 жыл бұрын
Will the 8bitdo controller support every game on the Xbox like warzone and first person shooting games etc
@wargamesmaster2 жыл бұрын
Hello. I have an important question, is there an emulation device compatible with 3DS/PS Vita games? Above 300$ or not. I have zero doubts that I won't be able to get my PS Vita repaired one day ("thanks" Sony for discontinuing everything Vita related) and I want to plan ahead.
@I4get422 жыл бұрын
I want them to sell these ABXY buttons so I can do a swap on my Pro2. It would be perfect 🥰.
@MrDusuke2 жыл бұрын
This seems a good controller for pc gaming in general. But does this have everything else that the Bluetooth version has? Motion controls and everything? Because for only 5 dollars more the wireless version (having a battery, Bluetooth, motion controls etc) seems a better deal. You can still use it on pc (and maybe even on the Xbox with the 8bitdo adapter).
@RetroGameCorps2 жыл бұрын
The wireless one won’t work on the Xbox even with an adapter, so that’s the main draw here. If you’re looking for PC gaming the other one is a better deal! This one doesn’t have gyro. The price is similar because an Xbox license is expensive, and so I think some of those fees are being added to the controller price. That’s why you can never find cheap controllers that work on Xbox!
@CPUjunkie2 жыл бұрын
@@RetroGameCorps if you have a lot of usb xinput controllers you could make a video about how they do or don't work on the Xbox consoles
@MrDusuke2 жыл бұрын
@@RetroGameCorps that's a great explanation. Thank you!
@williemayo5272 жыл бұрын
I know this doesn't have anything to do with the video but everytime I try to reboot my bee link King to add emuelec like you showed in the diy retro console it just shows the beelink logo. Do you know of a firmware update I need to do and if so can you post a tutorial. Thanks
@tynao20292 жыл бұрын
It's like it's stuck between being a too-small DualShock and wanting to be an Xbox 360 controller. I'd just go with a 360 style for $20, no reason to pay any more than $15-20 for a controller these days. You can have any choice of any style at that price on Amazon or eBay
@ryanghoul25152 жыл бұрын
What's the reasoning behind wired instead of a wireless solution? I'll probably still get one but curious why they went with that design choice.
@RetroGameCorps2 жыл бұрын
This is typical with third party Xbox controllers. The license fee is steep, and so to make it wireless too would force companies to charge more than a regular Xbox controller. So they are often wired to cut on their costs. I don't mind it with this controller since being wired will also improve its latency.
@MichaelM282 жыл бұрын
Finally an Xbox controller with the thumbsticks in the correct place (yeah I said it!)
@VektorVirus2 жыл бұрын
I wish this was wireless 😩
@SieteOchentaYSiete2 жыл бұрын
Could I play games like gta with it. I'm guessing it works for all games but just want to make sure.
@clearlydee9257 Жыл бұрын
It failed the durability test for me. It keeps disconnecting; it seems to be due to the lead portion that meets the controller.
@JakeSheedy2 жыл бұрын
Would you recommended this to someone who switched from PlayStation to Xbox but prefers the ps4 controller
@themixedmamba10122 жыл бұрын
Just got mine but sadly this controller is not good for any fps games, well any game that deals with the analog sticks because the outer dead zones are in the shape of diamonds and not circular. There is no way to change this. This leads to not getting full directional movements. Basically diagonal movement doesn’t match horizontal or vertical
@XxReaperxX-ih6kb2 жыл бұрын
Question can you flip the triggers like say if i wanted to aim and shoot with the top triggers
@hentainin872 жыл бұрын
hows this game for fighting game? is there a difference between this and the pro wireless one?
@marklelanddeleon9252 Жыл бұрын
I had a hard time adjusting my gameplay on an Xbox controller design and I played Playstation since PS1 debut, I bought this controller for its dual shock playstation design and it felt much better for me and its a Legit Xbox third party provider, no drifts and so durable🥰, I will never ever going to buy again those cheap copies of xbox 360 controller sold online😅
@jefferysousa52612 жыл бұрын
the only thing holding me back from owning an xbox is the controller. it's the position of the analog sticks. dualshocks have always felt more natural to me. All the 3rd party ones iv'e seen are garbage. haven't tried the usb dongle thing to make PS4 controllers work on xbox1, but the 8bitdo sn30 pro+ on switch is the best controller iv'e used since the dualshock 3. does this come in a bluetooth variant as well?
@RetroGameCorps2 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately it doesn't, but there are certain adapters like the Brook Wingman XB that supposedly will work with other 8bitdo controllers. I haven't personally tested that, though.
@warlord1873 Жыл бұрын
The cable does smell like rhubarb
@vinylsquad7776 Жыл бұрын
I'll use it for fighting games
@GoodThumbss2 жыл бұрын
This controller is so good
@collincompton43552 жыл бұрын
No need for this controller...You can use the regular wireless 8bitdo controllers on Xbox. You need a wireless usb adapter tho. Its called the Brook Wingman XB.
@UzzR04 Жыл бұрын
Can someone please help me the joystick stopped working. I used the app on my Xbox to bind some buttons but they completely stopped working afterwards, I even tried resetting but nothing. I don't own a PC so idk what to do and I can't find anything on Google or really anywhere else.
@SimonNeilScott2 жыл бұрын
Most conveniently timed video ever, as I just bought an Xbox series s and I'm finding the Xbox controller to be a bit unconformable after long play time. I do have an order Power A wired controller that works perfectly on the XBSS but I'm just more familiar with the PS style layout.
@chef_games2 жыл бұрын
really want a wireless version of this!
@seanwilliams58482 жыл бұрын
Apparently if you do an Xbox branded controller it can’t be wireless or something like that or if it is wireless the company who is making that controller has to pay some weird tax thing so it’s expensive for them to make, something along those lines
@abvisuals72002 жыл бұрын
Is there any way to map the back paddles without using software?
@dextrip253 ай бұрын
Does this have turbo functionality?
@saschatrott872 жыл бұрын
works the headphone port on windows on this controller?
@yowamushi95572 жыл бұрын
Can this be used on Android phone? I prefer to use wired controller so that I could use my BT earbuds while playing on my phone.