Things You Need To Know Before You Buy The 8BitDo Pro 2 Bluetooth Controller - Review

[@grandmoffguilty]

Very professionally done, and appreciated, as i just ordered this controller. Surprised this channel isnt bigger, it's a comprehensive and well done review.

[@iReviewThis]

Thank you so much, that means a lot to me. Hope you enjoy the controller.

[@braixeninfection6312]

I've had this controller since about April last year (New year is weird lol). It's been a great controller and it really seems to be the best for 2d games. And works decently for 3d games. But it really does shine with 2d the most. I don't often use the back buttons myself since I've never gotten used to those. It's such a great controller although I do prefer the Pro Controller layout more because I'm most used to Xbox controllers. And I love it has a rechargeable battery but can also take AA batteries if needed. I also really love how I can super easily connect to my phone and adjust the functions in just minutes. 8BitDo really thinks their stuff out so well!

[@dezfoto7534]

Really appreciate your calm demeanour, nice change from other reviews who feel they have to yell or constantly crack cringy jokes. One request though, in the future could you talk a little more about how the buttons feel on a controller? Thanks so much!

[@iReviewThis]

Thanks so much for the feedback, will definitely try to cover buttons in more detail on the next video 👍

[@katanamaru1]

I'd like to offer some other insight into the controller. The thumbsticks are a bit closer together than other ds4 style sticks. It isn't terrible, but is possible to sometimes bump thumbs together when pushing them both inward. I also found the thumbsticks to be way to slick on the top. I've never had a problem with other controllers like this. They were so slick I considered returning them. I instead tried some thumbstick covers and that fixed them. I used the ds4 sized ones. Switch covers are too small. The face buttons also feel stiff to push. I can use them just fine, but they don't feel as natural as 1st party buttons. So I agree it's fine for the price, and really nice for compatibility with multiple devices. For me I use it as my travel controller (I got the case for it) for my Steam Deck, Switch, android phone, and tablet.

[@sajawalk]

Thank you for the wonderful insight and thoughtful analysis. I find it very helpful and I’m sure others in the community will too.

[@tomchicken8762]

Will definitely check it out. Thanks again for the informational video! Really like your aesthetics btw

[@iReviewThis]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate all the support!

[@steve34416]

Beautiful and well packaged

[@msgneverything]

button lags on my android note 20 but its fine on my computer. is my phone too old?

[@dezfoto7534]

Your phone might be using an older version of Bluetooth?

[@Josuh]

Been wanting this thing for literal months now, i'm broke

[@spacefreedom]

how is it compared to xbox controller when playing flight simulator game?

[@giftysafrilla2598]

Does anyone know how to enable the rumble when pairing with android?

[@chriso.8346]

Is there any preferred charging adapter wattage for this?

[@iReviewThis]

I’m not sure if there is a preferred wattage adapter, but I normally plug straight into the switch dock with the USB C cable. It hasn’t failed me yet and I haven’t noticed a drop off in battery life.

[@elbarry7016]

It is compatible with 360 with the official 8bitdo wireless usb receiver?

[@xyg3173]

how does it perform with games that requires aiming?

[@iReviewThis]

It’s not bad, there is enough resistance with the sticks, and with some time and practice, you definitely can become accustomed to this style of controller. Although I much prefer the Xbox or switch pro controller shape when playing FPS games.

[@LyuboA]

so they renamed it from 8bitdo SN30 Pro Plus 2 to just Pro 2 😂