8bitdo Ultimate 2.4g Software

[Germaine Greenweig]

Wedesigned Ultimate C 2.4g Controller to be an even more cost effective, simplified version of Ultimate. Same 8BitDo Ultimate build quality with an even more ultimate price. Available in pastel green and purple with the same enhanced grip.

The 8BitDo Ultimate C 2.4G Wireless Controller was designed with respect for the classics. We paid extra attention to the most critical characteristics like the D-pad, to make sure it feels exactly like you remember it.

Ultimate 2.4g features two Pro-level back buttons. These buttons give you more control so you don'thave to take your thumbs off the thumbsticks. With 8BitDo Ultimate Software you can assign anybutton function and macros, too.

Windows. Android. Raspberry Pi. 8BitDo controllers are designed to be as versatile as possible witheach of your modern devices. Now with a 2-way mode switch, you can instantly pair your controllervia 2.4g connectivity.

Please note that these instructions are for PC ONLY as per 8bitdo. It may or may not work on OSX or other OSes. This guide is for Windows 10 though it should work just fine on earlier versions as well.

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Ultimate 2.4g features two Pro-level back buttons. These buttons give you more control, so you don't have to take your thumbs off the thumbsticks. With 8BitDo Ultimate Software you can assign any button function and macros, too.

The 8BitDo Ultimate 2.4G wireless Controller was designed with respect for the classics. They paid extra attention to the most critical characteristics like the D-pad, to make sure it feels exactly like you remember it.

Ultimate 2.4g features two Pro-level back buttons. These buttons give you more control so you don't have to take your thumbs off the thumbsticks. With 8BitDo Ultimate Software you can assign any button function and macros, too.

Ultimate Software gives you elite control over every piece of your controller Customize button mapping, adjust stick & trigger sensitivity, vibration control and create macros with any button combination. Create controller profiles and switch between them at any time with the custom profile switch.

Windows. Android. Raspberry Pi. 8BitDo controllers are designed to be as versatile as possible with each of your modern devices. Now with a 2-way mode switch, you can instantly pair your controller via 2.4g connectivity.

8BitDo is best known for its retro-inspired gamepads, usually styled like classic Nintendo and Sega controllers. But its premium offering, the Ultimate Controller, is actually a full-sized wireless gamepad with a modern design and features. It comes in two different versions: the Ultimate 2.4g ($50), that's made for PC, Mac, Nintendo Switch, and mobile; and the Ultimate Bluetooth ($70), which adds Switch motion controls and Hall Effect joysticks.

Both versions of the Ultimate Controller feel wonderful to hold. Each handle has thousands of tiny bumps that I love running my palms over, and which make sure the controller stays firmly in hand. Just note that if you buy the controller in white, these buttons tend to pick up dirt easily.

The joysticks are similarly grippy, which is great for games like Mario Kart that require a lot of stick mashing. The Ultimate Bluetooth Controller joysticks are even built with Hall Effect magnets, which means that (in theory) they'll never suffer from drifting. However, the cheaper 2.4g model only has standard ALPS joysticks.

The buttons are just as nice. The Ultimate Controller's face buttons are clicky and responsive. Unlike many other Switch-compatible gamepads, the triggers are analog, meaning PC games like Grand Theft Auto will actually detect exactly how hard you're pressing down on the gas. It's also got a solid D-pad, and although the pad wobbles a bit in its casing, it's not noticeable during gameplay.

Unlike many other third-party controllers, the Ultimate Bluetooth model also supports motion controls on the Switch (great for games like Splatoon), and both models have rumble. The rumble response, in particular, feels fantastic on the Ultimate, even better than the official Nintendo Pro Controller's "HD" rumble, although you won't get the game-specific vibrations that some Switch titles have. It also doesn't support Amiibo scanning.

As I noted in the intro, 8BitDo sells two versions of the Ultimate Controller: the Ultimate 2.4g Controller ($50) and the Ultimate Bluetooth Controller ($70). Despite the confusing names, both versions support 2.4GHz and Bluetooth connections, and both are compatible with PC, Mac, Android, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck, and Raspberry Pi. The main difference between them is that the Bluetooth Controller has Hall Effect joysticks and an internal gyroscope that lets you use motion controls on the Switch.

Although they look largely the same, the two models also have slightly different face buttons. The Ultimate 2.4g Controller has its face buttons in the traditional Xbox layout, which puts the A button on the bottom and the B button on the right. The Bluetooth Controller, since it's geared toward Switch owners, puts the buttons in Nintendo's layout instead, which reverses the A and B placement.

But no matter which version you go with, actually figuring out which wireless mode to use with different devices can be confusing. In my experience, the Switch can connect with Bluetooth or 2.4GHz, although the steps to connect are different. My iPhone, iPad, and Android phone can only connect through Bluetooth, though 8BitDo claims that a wired connection will work with the iPhone 15. And my PC needs either the 2.4GHz dongle or a direct wired connection. You'll also need to flip a tiny switch on the back of the controller, depending on which way you're connecting.

But those small moments of confusion are absolutely worth it for how versatile the Ultimate Controller is. There's a reason I consider it not only the best PC gaming controller, but also the best Nintendo Switch controller and the best iOS gaming controller. No matter the device, it excels.

The charging dock is compact, has a stylish LED light that turns on when charging, and even acts as a case for your controller's 2.4GHz dongle. It makes charging and storing your Ultimate Controller so easy.

I also want to shout out the free Ultimate Software app, available on PC, Android, and iPhone/iPad. This app lets you customize nearly any part of the Ultimate Controller, from the button layouts to the joystick deadzones and the rumble vibration strength. You can even set up macros, or specific button combinations, to perform set tasks.

The app lets you save up to six different "profiles" to the controller (three each for PC and Switch), and each one can have its own unique setup. Ultimate Software is the best controller mapping app I've ever used and turns the Ultimate Controller into a truly pro-level gamepad.

The 8BitDo Ultimate Controller is a wonderful gamepad, whether you play games on every platform it supports or not, and whether you're a hardcore gamer or casual player. It's comfortable, customizable, and convenient. It feels great and looks great.

Since 8BitDo mainly markets the Ultimate Bluetooth edition as a Nintendo Switch accessory, it's natural to compare it to the official Nintendo Switch Pro Controller, another favorite of mine. The major differences are that the 8BitDo Ultimate Controller has easily remappable buttons, a better-feeling grip, and an included charging dock. But the Pro Controller gives you longer battery life, game-specific HD rumble, and Amiibo scanning, which could be must-haves for some Switch owners.

But which one is better? When it comes to pure value, 8BitDo comes out on top, and I absolutely think it's worth the money. But whichever way you go, they're both great gamepads for nearly any kind of game.

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