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8Bitdo Lite Bluetooth Gamepad for Switch Lite, Switch & Windows (Yellow Edition)
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- Split DPAD for more accurate actions
- Wireless Bluetooth, USB-C.
- Lag Free with responsive four face buttons
- Customizable turbo functionality
- Upgradeable firmware
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Product information
ASIN | B07Y6NM21Z |
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Release date | October 30, 2019 |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #11,329 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #472 in Nintendo Switch Controllers |
Product Dimensions | 6.18 x 1.57 x 4.8 inches; 0.04 ounces |
Type of item | Video Game |
Language | English |
Item model number | 6922621501084 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Item Weight | 0.035 ounces |
Manufacturer | 8Bitdo |
Country of Origin | China |
Batteries | Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Date First Available | September 27, 2019 |
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Compatible with Nintendo Switch, Switch Lite & PC
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8Bitdo is a premier 3rd party video game hardware company with a special focus on retro themed game controllers.
Renowned for producing the highest quality retro controllers on the market,
8Bitdo’s controller line has been referred to as, “a range of excellent retro-style game controllers” by The Verge.
8Bitdo’s goal is to produce premium quality game controllers with ultra-compatibility at economical prices.
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Customers like the size, comfort, and ease of use of the video game controller. For example, they mention it's compact, perfect for retro gaming, and easy to set up and pair. That said, opinions are mixed on buttons and connectivity.
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Customers like the quality of the video game controller. They say it's a fantastic controller, top notch, and premium product. The dpad "joysticks" work fine for casual 3D games without any issue. The controller offers great functionality for any PC or phone, and does well with most system emulation. The build quality is great, and it'll be useful for now. It's very well suited for 2D games, and has the full functionality of a pro controller.
"...Very responsive inputs. Works great, even for games like Mario Kart 8...." Read more
"...Does not take up space as it is small and has the full functionality of a pro controller, making it the most mobile pro controller contending with..." Read more
"Reminds me a lot of the controllers I grew up with, very well suited for 2D games...." Read more
"...The build quality of the controller is great. The buttons and dpads have a short travel distance and have a satisfying click to them...." Read more
Customers like the size of the video game controller. They say it's compact, light, and portable. Some say it fits in most pockets and does not take up space. Customers also say it is a great travel size without any sticks to snag on in their bag or pocket. They also mention that it is very good for small hands and comfy gaming.
"...Pros:Does not take up space as it is small and has the full functionality of a pro controller, making it the most mobile pro controller..." Read more
"...Pros:• PORTABLE (this thing is tiny, but not too small)• Nice Clicky Buttons and DPads• Wireless•..." Read more
"This is a pretty good controller, and very slim as well (The main draw of this controller, being easily portable), but only has a few issues...." Read more
"...The controller feels a bit small and can feel a little cramped during more intense gameplay, but if you're looking for a cheap, small controller..." Read more
Customers find the video game controller easy to use. They mention that it has a lot of buttons, but it's easy to set up the functions. They also say that it'll connect effortlessly to their Switch and Android phone. Customers also say the gamepad is comfortable to hold and easy to charge.
"...Its very easy to use wired to the PC or wirelessly to the switch or bluetooth to a PC...." Read more
"...This controller offers something particularly special, does it really well, and is not expensive at all, so I have updated my review to be 5..." Read more
"...The problem is that it's not easy to push all the directions down at once, which is good for all cases except when you actually want to use L3 or R3...." Read more
"...NFS Most Wanted: Very responsive and fun to play! Drifting is a phenomenal with this controller...." Read more
Customers like the portability of the video game controller. They say it's ultra portable, great for putting in your pocket, charges quickly, and is light to hold but doesn't feel too small. They also say it fits good in the hands and is perfect for travel.
"...Works great, even for games like Mario Kart 8. It fits good in the hands, if you’re okay using OEM joycons this will feel like an improvement...." Read more
"...The controller is so small and light weight that you can hold it however you want one-handed while laying on a couch or bed...." Read more
"...Pros:• PORTABLE (this thing is tiny, but not too small)• Nice Clicky Buttons and DPads• Wireless•..." Read more
"...and that ones great too, but have to say this one is great for putting in your pocket!" Read more
Customers like the comfort of the video game controller. They say it works excellently, and feels great to hold and play compatible games with. They also say it's perfect for retro gaming, and satisfying to use in menu-based RPGS like Dragon Quest. The shoulder buttons are comfortable and clicky, without feeling too stiff. The controller fits comfortably in medium to large sized hands, and provides a digital feel for analogue controls, which is great for a lot of games.
"...It has good weight to it, which gives it a nice quality feel. All of the buttons have a satisfying press, especially the D pads...." Read more
"...Build quality is so sturdy and clean, and the feel of the controller is satisfying.Cons:..." Read more
"...Nice Clicky Buttons and DPads• Wireless• Lightweight and Comfortable• PRICE..." Read more
"...and Taiko no Tatsujin - the controller works excellently, and feels great to hold and play compatible games with...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the video game controller. For example, they mention it's great-looking, nice, and easy to use. They appreciate the bright and cheerful yellow color, with white buttons and controls that stand out. The inputs are clear and the D-Pads are crisp. The portable size and the clicky buttons make it easy to play. However, some complain about the flat design and the shoulder button layout.
"First of all, it looks great, sleek design. It has good weight to it, which gives it a nice quality feel...." Read more
"...as a plus, all the buttons feel exactly the same as the 3DS, they're very nice and "clicky" without feeling too stiff." Read more
"...This controller's snappy, low travel D-Pad and amazing shoulder button layout feels a thousand times better than the official SNES Switch controller..." Read more
"...The yellow color is bright and cheerful, with white buttons and controls that stand out without looking garish...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the buttons. Some mention that they're nice and clicky, while others say that they can be difficult to press and are unresponsive.
"...All of the buttons have a satisfying press, especially the D pads. Very responsive inputs. Works great, even for games like Mario Kart 8...." Read more
"...Trying to press down on the Dpad to click the "crouch" button is a little odd. And it takes time to get use to but it is not easy to do accidentally...." Read more
"...PORTABLE (this thing is tiny, but not too small)• Nice Clicky Buttons and DPads• Wireless• Lightweight and Comfortable•..." Read more
"...below the controller to support the weight, which makes the controller feel very cramped...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the video game controller. Some mention that it connects no problem, syncs easily to the Switch, and pairs great with their phone. However, others say that it doesn't pair and has issues connecting to their Switch.
"...Pairs easily and perfectly well with my Switch and Steam Deck." Read more
"...Maybe the best part, though, is the flawless bluetooth pairing with my Windows PC, my Linux laptop, and my Switch...." Read more
"...Pairs right away and works as intended. I did have some issues pairing it to my switch, but I think that's just the switch being buggy and slow...." Read more
"...Multi-platform compatible with Switch and X-Input modes- Charges via USB-C-..." Read more
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Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2023
Pros:
Does not take up space as it is small and has the full functionality of a pro controller, making it the most mobile pro controller contending with joy cons.
Input's are read very well and exact, Dpad's never miss an input and feel solid as do the buttons.
Wireless battery lasts very very very long.
Can be used on both switch or PC, so its perfect for side scrollers.
button layout is perfect (with one exception).
Build quality is so sturdy and clean, and the feel of the controller is satisfying.
Cons:
Trying to press down on the Dpad to click the "crouch" button is a little odd. And it takes time to get use to but it is not easy to do accidentally. It is hard to do in a fast paced game.
Does not turn on the console.
Does not have rumble (not really needed, but its best to include it in here).
Important Info:
I was gonna list as a Con that the trigger buttons on the top are horribly assigned. Buuuuuutt now that Nintendo has update switch software to be able to assign button layouts, this is completely fixed. Just swap the assignments L and L2, as well as R and R2.
Overall: 92%
Almost perfect controller. Just know what your getting into. It's not impossible to play shooters with it, but its definitely more of a platforming, side scrolling controller. (Experiences may vary but: I also find it amazing in smash since I main Ryo and Ken.)
The controller is fantastic to use for 2D games where analog sticks are not only unnecessary, but even hinder the experience. In Link's Awakening, your movement is locked in 8-way movement and the controls can't be changed to the dpad. Dragon Marked for Death is a 2D platformer where the default movement is using the left stick, and 4 item shortcuts can be mapped to the dpad. While you could swap the controls, you realistically want a dpad for your 2D platformer movement as well as a dpad for your 4 item shortcuts. The right stick is often used for camera control in numerous games, and it's possible to unintentionally bump into it during an intense action sequence. Not so with this controller!
This controller has also become my favorite for slower paced games like RPGs and tactical games. The controller is so small and light weight that you can hold it however you want one-handed while laying on a couch or bed. Mashing the A button to blast through your excessively high random encounter rate in Octopath has never been more comfortable! In many RPGs, analog sticks can be used for analog movement, but it also tends to be more forgiving in being able to clear it with the 8-way movement of a dpad.
The build quality of the controller is great. The buttons and dpads have a short travel distance and have a satisfying click to them. It connects quickly, and there's no noticeable latency to the controls. The listed battery life is 18.5 hours, and while i have not actually tested it for 18.5 hours, I do believe that to be an accurate estimate. After a full day of gaming, I still had approximately 2/3 battery life remaining. Its very easy to use wired to the PC or wirelessly to the switch or bluetooth to a PC. Remember to toggle on Steam's Switch Pro Controller support in your controller settings if you're going to use it through bluetooth. It mimics a 360 controller while wired to a PC.
There are some shortcomings to the controller. First of all, it's very small. I tell my friends that the controller is small, and when they actually hold it in their hands, it's even smaller than they thought. It can potentially feel very cramped over a long period of time. I do hope 8bitdo will make a larger, more ergonomic variant of this product. I have noticed that there's two main ways that people hold controllers. You can hold a controller so that the face is mostly facing you, or you can hold a controller so that it's more level with the ground like a table. If you hold this controller mostly facing you, you'll need additional fingers below the controller to support the weight, which makes the controller feel very cramped. However, holding this controller more like a level table with your middle fingers supporting the center of mass allows your hands to be more spread out. The only other awkward thing to get used to on this controller is the placement of L2 and R2 are on the side of L1 and R1 instead of below like most controllers. However, I am happy to say that L2 and R2 are digital instead of analog like most controllers.
So, would I recommend this controller? Yes, but don't expect it to be the one controller you use for every game in your library. If controllers were shoes, think of this controller as your snow boots; use only when appropriate.
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Sono passati giorni e non l'ho ancora dovuto caricare!!! Eppure gioco ore ed ore, fino alla stanchezza. Ho preso la versione senza levette analogiche perché questa versione le rimpiazza con pulsanti più durevoli e resistenti e per giocare giochi retro non ne ho bisogno fortunatamente. L'8BitDo Lite si connette automaticamente se trova il BlueTooth associato acceso. Il che lo rende molto comodo. Con la Switch non l'ho ancora utilizzato ma non mi serve. Con il Mac è di una comodità unica. Funziona molto bene e siccome i giochi per cui l'ho preso non hanno bisogno di riflessi scattanti, i millisecondi tra quando premi il pulsante e quando l'emulatore riceve il comando non danno per nulla fastidio. È bello da vedere, comodo da mantenere nelle mani, facile da trasportare ovunque.
In fine, ringrazio il corriere per non aver fatto il suo dovere XD