Great, honest review. I've got the series s controller and the 8bitdo Xbox pro 2 controller, and was thinking about picking this one up. This is the perfect review for comparing these and making a decision!
@dave93x Жыл бұрын
Any update? I was gonna get the PlayStation layout one but I'm still looking at both. What's reliability/durability like? Are the sticks nice and loose? Also is the headphone jack good with microphones? The controller I'm coming from killed microphone volume.
@dolphin666dead2 жыл бұрын
The controller would be perfect if the cable is detachable from the gamepad itself. Makes storage easier, and avoids stress damage on the cable over time. Hopefully they implement this on their next revision.
@karimayoubi74 Жыл бұрын
But then you have a plug & socket that are taking all the strain, which I would have thought is more much fragile than a captive cable, no?
@yaboidustin24473 ай бұрын
That's literally the reason I'm buying this controller. My detachable controller gave out and isn't compatible with any other cables. Old school wired is better
@dolphin666dead3 ай бұрын
@@Arto300-yn5fv I think the new ones out there, based on images on the 8bitdo website, have detachable cables.
@olegchykurkov76612 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. Really helpful! I finally got my xbox series x this week, and was looking for 2 controller. Really waiting for your updated emulation guide for xbox.
@lesterparedes83582 жыл бұрын
You forgot that it also comes in pink, making it superior to all other controllers
@YuProducciones3 ай бұрын
exactly, and has such a friendly lower price than the xbox controller😊
@chupapiincorporated2 жыл бұрын
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@gReed163842 жыл бұрын
Just a memo - It also has programmable buttons, so for example I can invert Y axis on some emulators and have it as a profile (it has saved profiles)..
@robertwest70452 жыл бұрын
Great review! so spot on its a hybrid
@konradmazowiecki258011 ай бұрын
Bought a year ago. Used sporadically for half a year. Pros: customizable button mapping and additional profiles, two rear buttons, microphone mute and profile buttons, the ability to disable dead zone, which improves responsiveness in games where dead zones cannot be adjusted. Cons: When connected to Xbox, analog sticks often need calibration (it has been this way from the beginning), drift in the right stick has started to appear even after calibration, causing involuntary camera movements in games, such as when aiming, which disqualifies this controller and all of its advantages, poor analog stick quality; someone who plays all day would probably wear it out in a month.
@NiKE-20022 жыл бұрын
Dear Sir, thx A LOT for all the content you're producing! What i'm really interested in: the loudness of all buttons/analog sticks/triggers etc., as i think that the standard XS-controller is MUCH too loud and clicky.
@alansmithee.012 жыл бұрын
Hey, Russ! Another great video. The Amazon reviews on the other 8bitdo Xbox controller seem to complain about a dead zone on the initial pull of the triggers. Have you had any issues with either of these 8bitdo controllers?
@Boxed_Victory2 жыл бұрын
Hey Russ, have you tried it on Batocera? I heard the other Xbox Pro controller has issues connecting to it. So I wonder if this is the same.
@r3troid2 жыл бұрын
I would choose this one over the pro 2 for xbox even with retro gaming because the profile switch which make you customize your control easily
@JasonWhalen2 жыл бұрын
I love everything 8bitdo makes. Their arcade stick is fantastic for retro stuff and fighter games, love the pro 2, but gosh this might be my favorite they have made. Great weight, great feel in the hand, and I love asymmetric sticks.
@CFG-qv7hy2 жыл бұрын
I wish they would work out something with Microsoft to make these compatible wirelessly with XBox & the PC wireless dongles. The wire just kills these for me.
@lmShakeFTW2 жыл бұрын
Wired is so much better tho
@RoccoCusumano2 жыл бұрын
I made a very similar comment on another review of this controller, and someone mentioned a Brooks converter that allows you to use any controller (like SN30 Pro 2 wireless controller for Switch) on the Xbox. Wirelessly. I don't have the money to get adapter yet, but I am super excited for it. That will be my next purchase when I have some spare cash.
@azurekite38702 жыл бұрын
@@RoccoCusumano dude the brookers converter only work for ps1 and 2 and with the other contollers and does plug into the xbox at all
@katsumoto91432 жыл бұрын
The reason I'm buying it it's because it's wired.
@Cmon3play2 жыл бұрын
it has less latency and you don't worry to charge batteries
@Lilacs42 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review! Call me weird, but I actually prefer wired controllers...wired anything, really. I just hate having to deal with pairing devices lol I like when you can just plug in and immediately play the game.
@programaths2 жыл бұрын
No need to charge, faster, more compatible. There are good reasons to prefer wired ^^
@fryke2 жыл бұрын
@@programaths I guess it's really a very individual preference. At my desk, I prefer wired controllers for the same reasons stated here. In my living room I mainly play the Switch on my video projector, which means I sit quite far away from the console/dock and the wall the picture's on. A wire would be in the way very much. There I vastly prefer a wireless controller over a wired one. Since those wireless controllers are only used on that one Switch, I never have to pair them. They already are.
@programaths2 жыл бұрын
@@fryke You've to ensure they are charged. As you use a projector, lag is not at all your concern tho^^
@fryke2 жыл бұрын
@@programaths Sure. But with 30-40 hours of playtime, I'm fine charging them from time to time. It's not like in the 90s or 00s anymore, where basically any wireless controller was out of battery everytime you wanted to use it. And yes: Of course using a projector and wireless controllers is nowhere near perfect for delay-critical gaming. However: I simply prefer the very large picture for some games, for others, I'm at my desk.
@programaths2 жыл бұрын
@@fryke Always get bitten by the requirement to charge controllers ^^ Same issue with mouse and keyboard. Used wireless mouses, then went back to wired.
@Hoptronics2 ай бұрын
I'm excited. I've never been much of a new gamer. I had an original xbox and about every console before that. I bought yhe controller for $16 on AliExpress. Ive just started developing a game in Unity and just using a keyboard and a mouse isnt going to cut it. What a time we live in . Lol . I have an i7 2.6ghz w/16mb ram and a no gpu graphics card. But for $100 i upgraded. 32gb ram, gt750ti, and a USB 3.0 pcie card. Bringing my 10+yr old computer up to 5yr old entry gaming specs.. lol..
@VERY_MAD_ALIEN2 жыл бұрын
The sticks on 8bitdo controllers usually end up having noise issues after a while, mine did. I would avoid their analog stick controllers unless you don't mind your sticks twitching after a while.
@jakesmith52782 жыл бұрын
I don't have this problem on any of my 3 8bitdo controllers.
@vinsonchen41212 жыл бұрын
How does the input latency compare between the Xbox series X controller and 8bitdo Ultimate?
@garciamartinezerikmanuel88102 жыл бұрын
Nice video, Russ. Sadly, in my country (México) the authorities have been retaining 8 bit do xbox controllers for alleged piracy (even if they are original), so I didn't risk buying one :(
@ZephyrusGT Жыл бұрын
Is this still happening even if you buy from a retailer like Amazon México? I’m thinking of buying one, but now I’m a little weary of buying it with what you said.
@garciamartinezerikmanuel8810 Жыл бұрын
@@ZephyrusGT Nah, ya dejó de suceder, las aduanas se relajaron bastante los últimos meses. Y no, casi ningún paquete es detenido de amazon México
@conza1989 Жыл бұрын
Yeah glad I watched this, so I found a deal on a new Xbox Series controller (about $42USD), I was shopping it compared to the wireless version of this controller. For the Switch, I prefer my Switch Pro controller to my Pro 2 and I couldn't really figure out why, but I think your comparison, to this controller explains it, it's how both of those controllers bend in a bit, where as this and the Pro 2 and more like big flat bricks.
@Ivanimirus9 ай бұрын
I have this controller and use it for Halo Infinite , I love it because you can turn of the clicks in the sticks and remap those clicks to the backbuttons 😘
@JkCorleone.8 ай бұрын
Comprei ele hoje, principalmente por isso pra por os clicks nos botões traseiros e também por poder mexer nos gatilhos (em alguns jogos pra atirar têm que apertar até o final oque é chatinho, porém da pra configurar isso no controle)
@acdyman2 жыл бұрын
Nice controller overall. Wanted to love it but rumble was all screwed up and unevern on both sides. Sent it back for replacement (Amazon). Same problem. I'll try again in a year after 1st generation are either sold or fixed. Too bad. :(
@persechini2 жыл бұрын
8bitdo sometimes amuses me for their lack of sense. The controller is great, got almost no complaints about it and I've been using it for a few weeks. But controller with most buttons so far they've made can't do turbo or macros trough the software like the pro/+/2, it has bluetooth but just for using the mobile app as it's wired only. The heart button doubles as share/screenshot on other controllers and it's customizable but now that it has the proper xbox share button, you can't customize/reasign it anymore. Why? I feel that in the gaming accessory space there is always the perfect product being purposely avoided, and not because of cost
@Zanpaa2 жыл бұрын
Many of those limitations come from Microsoft unfortunately.
@shuttlecockgourock39482 жыл бұрын
you're not very insightful
@bigChrisWithAtinyPeice11 ай бұрын
I got the pink 1 for $22 on amazon. Havent had time to meas with it yet. Couldnt find instructions for programming the back buttons
@Stabzcell978122 жыл бұрын
I'm curious, do you know of any decent controllers with pressure sensitive buttons. Every single controller I've used with pressure sensitive buttons other than the ps2/3 are usually all dreadful.
@brando8472 жыл бұрын
I wish the older SNES style controller was more available here in Canada; this Ultimate one is the only one I'm seeing on Amazon
@Rukojop742 жыл бұрын
Finally left analog on right place
@ry7hym2 жыл бұрын
I'm looking at this controller to use it for Forza Horizon 5 mainly. Other games that I play with controller are more arcade-y so they don't have that big of an influence on my choice. would you say this controller is worth getting for the back buttons ? because the Xbox One controller doesn't have those. Another thing I want to take into consideration is ergonomics, the Xbox One controller has the handles more angled which seems more comfortable to me. Two other controllers that I have my eyes on are the PowerA Enhanced wired controller and the Turtle Beach Recon controller do you know more about those perhaps?
@persechini2 жыл бұрын
Even if my first modern layout controller was the dual shock, I'm always more comfortable using the offset layout of the xbox, even when using the dpad retro or fighting games, although I frequently use the analog as dpad as well, so no complains in that department for me. If I have anything to say about the build quality, is that you can feel the letters in the face buttons when you press them and it's not as smooth as the current first party controllers or even 8bitdo's other products
@disclancer Жыл бұрын
Hi Russ, will you be reviewing the Bluetooth version of this that's coming out. The one with the Hall effect sensing joysticks?
@MarkEscobar812 жыл бұрын
Just FYI 8bit(do) not (doh) they released a Bluetooth speaker a while back and it pronounced (do) at startup. That's how I found out.
@dawae5447 Жыл бұрын
Ther is also the normal 8bitdo ultimate, it is the same but without the xbox logo. It costs 10 dollars less
@xyntaxxian7615 Жыл бұрын
Does this use hall effect sensor?
@FranklySean2 жыл бұрын
Seems to be a much cheaper way to get back paddle buttons on Xbox. Is there another option besides the pro controller which costs $150 and is made from feathers and balsa wood?
@gramblor12 жыл бұрын
I’ve always preferred Razer’s pro controller’s to the Xbox Elite.
@Antiheld19892 жыл бұрын
Great review as always. I didn't really care for the controller since I don't like the layout. I watched your video anyways because I really like how you point out pro and cons as well as use case scenarios. Even thouth other youtubers make those comparisons too I always think what your video they make more sense and are getting me more the infos I really need to know.
@jerryscotti4619 Жыл бұрын
Drift?
@Fleur_de_lis2k2 жыл бұрын
I tried some 8-bit platform game emulation with my XBOX360 controller and noticed that correct timing for jumps is frustrating. Does the wireless controller introduce lag that it would be worthwhile to try this wired controller instead or am I just imagining things?
@hikerclarence70922 жыл бұрын
Russ, i have a challenge/video idea for you. Spend a whole week playing 2d platformers (current gen indies, not emulators) on xbox with the series controller gamepad. I think you once called it clicky garbage but it's underrated if you give it a chance. The game that really made me a believer was touhou luna nights. It's a 2d metroidvania with bullet hell graze mechanics, and the series dpad is sublime for the precision that game requires. It's design makes it impossible to screw up an input (on rubber membrane dpads, you can hold, say, right and wiggle your thumb up and down to cause it to misinput up and down in game) and it provides a lovely cup for your thumb to rock back and forth. I think if you took the time to get used to it, you would enjoy it. It may still not be your cup of tea, but i can tell you after using it extensively that it's way more brilliantly designed than i first thought. I think where people go wrong is they tend to press down the directions like a regular dpad, which is why it's so loud. The proper way to use it is to rest your thumb in the cup and rock/tilt toward the direction. It makes way less noise and it flows like butter in games that require precision
@jakesmith52782 жыл бұрын
I tried it on 2d Mario, it's not great. Horrible for fighting games. It's not even a proper dpad.
@FlequilloSenpai2 жыл бұрын
Personally I use it for Project Diva (rhythm game) and it feels pretty good for it
@HoldMeForever Жыл бұрын
There's a switch on the back of the Bluetooth one where you can switch between BT and 2.4G. Doesn't that mean that the Bluetooth version can be used with a 2.4G dingle?
@lizj42614 күн бұрын
Como puedo configurar en xbox los botones de atrás
@samh58862 жыл бұрын
Don't understand why they make wired but not wireless versions for these "Xbox versions"
@lolcat2 жыл бұрын
Xbox wireless tech is proprietary, probably won't be happening any time soon
@alinepiroutek89322 жыл бұрын
@@lolcat Just like Switch controllers. This one is official so it can't be wireless unless MS permits. 8bitdo does unofficial Switch controllers so they can put Rumble and wireless.
@samh58862 жыл бұрын
@@lolcat a Bluetooth version will be welcomed as well
@dublicator_2.02 жыл бұрын
Dead zones?
@neilcvernon6957 Жыл бұрын
Are they well built ? I keep breaking bumpers playing FIFA ...broke 8 controllers in 11 months :(
@oswaldotorre60472 жыл бұрын
You should have tested on fighting games that is where dpad makes huge difference
@parzival2307 ай бұрын
anyone knows if this works with xbox gamepass on pc?
@JoaoHenrique-dk3mt5 ай бұрын
It should work with any PC games that supports Xbox Standard Controllers.
@Mestre-Joe Жыл бұрын
I have a 8bitdo Pro2 Wired Controller. This is my first 8bitdo and also the last. Every firmware update comes with bugs. After I updated to 1.70v my left trigger stopped vibrating. There's no support on their website and nothing about it in manual, how to reset to factory etc... Can anyone help me with that please? Is there a way to make a factory reset? The latest version of this broken firmware is the 1.70v and the only downgrade is 1.60v which is not solving anything. I would like to make a factory reset to version 1.0. because my controller is dead now.
@kingk1011010 ай бұрын
Why can’t I use my mic with this controller also are there any recommended headsets?
@mrt6349 Жыл бұрын
Just ordered this for Elden Ring.
@SrhyleАй бұрын
Can I use it on Android or iOs via their USB-C port?
@Txmpst_2 жыл бұрын
yo idk what to choose should i take this one or power a spectra, i got a scuf impact but i ordered my pc and i want a controller who look like xbox and not dualshock lol
@instantclips88972 жыл бұрын
whats the audio like in party chats. had a few controller that made my steel series headset crackle and sound terrible. and is it prone to stick drift like the power a?
@iLLmatic2402 жыл бұрын
Audio is just as good as an official Xbox controller way better than power A
@David-lj8cu2 жыл бұрын
How does the vibration feel on racing games?
@whiteboikev2 ай бұрын
hall effect triggers?
@junkmail62742 жыл бұрын
Haven't watched yet, but my favorite controller since the Switch Pro, bought both the black and white ones. The best improvement was over the terrible d-pad of the official xbox controller which is horrible for fighting games.
@trevorchadwick76492 жыл бұрын
Can't do wired. Just doesn't work well in my household. Looks good for those who like wired.
@dextrip253 ай бұрын
Does it have turbo
@weesengjim34112 ай бұрын
Maybe not but you can always improvise by flicking the buttons really fast then it becomes turbo too
@angelf9046 Жыл бұрын
What size kontrol freeks will fit this controller?
@citizenkill1965 Жыл бұрын
Would the controller pull in to my Xbox one s?
@persechini2 жыл бұрын
so much opinions on this controller XD If this was bluetooth I would love to use it on the switch when it's docked on my desk (for tv+couch I can't bear wired no more), does anyone know any usb adapter that would work with this on the switch? Any of the mayflash ones or generic aliexpress ones?
@azurekite38702 жыл бұрын
Wireless Controller Adapter for N-Switch PS3/PC, Bluetooth Controller Converter Adapter Supports PS3/PS4/Xbox 360/ Xbox One X/Xbox One S/ Switch Pro Controller
@RyzenZegend Жыл бұрын
This controller is based on the Switch pro controller. Hence the name 8bitdo. Sincerely,
@srinivasprasad837 Жыл бұрын
Is it a hall effect analog stick?
@stecoleman33562 жыл бұрын
Does anyone know if this works in batocera ?
@slugzz-2 жыл бұрын
Can you add trigger stops to this?
@alinepiroutek89322 жыл бұрын
I don't like wired controllers because I play with crossed arms and wire gets in the way. Yeah, I play with 2 Joycon.
@brysonking56 Жыл бұрын
The paddles don’t work
@techwolfcave Жыл бұрын
May i ask if this works for Steam too?
@stevenjackson93122 жыл бұрын
So I considered this, but ended up with a weird alternative: A PS5 DualSense with a USB-C to A cable going into an optional Brooks Wingman XB. The DualSense works with a lot of systems automatically anyway over USB, but the Brooks adaptor makes it work with every Xbox back to the 360 too (great for retro games on the 360, as the native 360 controller has a terrible Dpad). And if I ever need it, I have a spare PS5 controller as well
@zZiL341yRj7362 жыл бұрын
I have a Dualsense with a modded click face buttons from XtremeRate, the clicky buttons are so fun when I'm playing SNES games. Very responsive.
@mustofaalialhamid4121 Жыл бұрын
There are turbos?
@Patrick82.2 жыл бұрын
I have large hands can i play with it?
@tempestzz56822 жыл бұрын
Can somebody help me? don't know if mine is defective but the sticks move so weirdly and they move on their own,if i unplug and plug it back into the console or the PC they start to work normally again but when i shut down my console and start it back again the sticks go back to being crazy again,i noticed that if i update the firmware they work fine as well but again when i shut down the controller or the console even if i updated the firmware and it worked fine, when i start it back again the sticks go back to being crazy,can some of you tell me if yours do it too or its just mine that is defective and needs to be replaced?cuz i won't spend any more money if all do the same😂😅"what i mean for going crazy"is that as soon as i move a little bit it has insane stick drift and just move unsmoothly if thats a word hahaha,i'd be really glad if somebody would test this for me,thanks.
@Cmon3play2 жыл бұрын
its normal i have same also
@tempestzz56822 жыл бұрын
@@Cmon3play i don't think its normal lol,cuz like i said when i unplug and plug it back it works perfectly,so the best answer is that yours is defective as well most likely and you should turn it back,cuz others said theirs works fine
@Cmon3play2 жыл бұрын
nah its fine for me i will just connect again it will solve..
@tempestzz56822 жыл бұрын
@@Cmon3play yeah but isn't it anoying in the long term,every time that i turn on my console i have to plug and unplug the controller,and like i said i don't think its normal,its just the software that is defective on our controller.
@VinceAndRosGetCancelled Жыл бұрын
NO MIC MONITORING!!!
@Two49 Жыл бұрын
God I hate the Xbox Series controller. It forces my wrists into an uncomfortable angle and the triggers require WAY too much force to pull IMO. This looks like a much nicer controller for my tastes.
@3lrich2 жыл бұрын
Pro 2 is still undefeated in almost every aspect
@oswaldotorre60472 жыл бұрын
jaja people asking 8bitdo to release xbox layout... same people saying they prefer the play station layout...
@FantomDeck2 жыл бұрын
40 bucks for back paddles and no more batteries! Sold
@crystalwater5052 жыл бұрын
Lol I've been playing old school 2D games with an analog stick for over 20 years not giving a shit.
@mbjac2 жыл бұрын
Why wired?
@Zanpaa2 жыл бұрын
Because Microsoft.
@m2ljay2 жыл бұрын
Cool controller, personally im waiting on either a new steam controller or a new Xbox elite controller to become my main pad
@daniel357482 жыл бұрын
Can you help me my rg351p the light is red
@ceejayszee2 жыл бұрын
If only it was wireless...
@Mazza666 Жыл бұрын
Fyi - don't upload any screenshots of RA to Xbox, apparently accounts have been suspended. I also don't recommend the new Xbox controller it's junk 💩💩💩. I've sent back my controller I got with my series x 3 times till now. The next time it breaks I'm gonna request for a refund, I will be buying an 8bitdo controller. Hopefully it's reliable
@dekunutsocarina Жыл бұрын
Give me trigger stops
@nrvhj7952 жыл бұрын
do you know that in europe and asia we don't care about xbox????
@OneLastScholar2 жыл бұрын
Xbox Series S is outselling both Series X and PS5 in Europe and most of Asia...
@Delioz81 Жыл бұрын
For competitive fps games i dont recommend this controller. It has huge analog tension that makes precise aiming is impossible. And also back paddles are totally useless because of ergonomics.
@alexinanalogue2645 Жыл бұрын
Are the stick’s tension similar to a 360 controller?
@Delioz81 Жыл бұрын
@@alexinanalogue2645 I never used a 360 controller. Sorry.
@alexinanalogue2645 Жыл бұрын
@@Delioz81 No worries, thanks for replying much appreciated 👍
@mochorocho Жыл бұрын
Any recommendations ?
@ghosttiee9212 Жыл бұрын
Nah f you to me it’s fine
@leokratoschief18532 жыл бұрын
Para mí mejor que pdp y power a
@raindrainxi2 жыл бұрын
First at last
@danieljohnston37082 жыл бұрын
Last at first. 😂
@jakesmith52782 жыл бұрын
Why is 8bitdo put up with this "wired" crap from Microsoft?? Give them the figure and do wireless controllers yourself.
@infinitecycle3479 Жыл бұрын
THIS CONTROLLER IS AWFUL save your time and don’t buy it the audio from this controller is awful and it doesn’t have mic monitoring w hyper cloud alpha x it made them sound terrible and the controller itself is slow and pretty much unusable over time
@iLLmatic240 Жыл бұрын
The last two controller I had, had great audio from 8bitdo only issue is the stick drift after 3 months
@farisfaishal84262 жыл бұрын
Jeez who uses wired controllers these days
@OneLastScholar2 жыл бұрын
People that don't like to switch batteries or even remotely bother thinking about charging/buying more of them. Plus, pretty much no input latency.
@farisfaishal84262 жыл бұрын
@@OneLastScholar The input latency difference is negligible. It's not worth sacrificing the comfort of wireless over it personally. I just cant stand cables. They're a source of mess