8BitDo Pro 2 (Special Edition)
8BitDo Pro 2 Bluetooth Gamepad
Play like a Pro with 8BitDo’s most advanced retro controller, now upgraded with Hall Effect joysticks. Compatible with Switch, Windows, Apple, Steam, Android, and more.
Now Compatible with Switch 2
Update the firmware via .
Compatibility with Steam®
This controller and all of its inputs have been optimized to fully work with Steam®
Hall Effect Joysticks
Upgraded. Robust and long-lasting. Offering higher precision and sensitivity.
Special Editions - Translucent Purple
Special Editions - Transparent Blue
Special Editions - Jade Green
Function defines form. Pro-level back buttons.
Pro 2 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.
More ways to play. Custom Profile Switching. Enhanced grip. 4-way Mode Switching button.
Pro 2 gives you more ways to play. The custom profile switch button holds 3 custom profiles that can be switched on the fly. With an enhanced grip, Pro 2 allows you to hold the controller with even less effort. The new 4-way Mode Switch button allows you to instantly switch between Switch, Android, D-input and X-input so you can pair to any device as easily as possible.
8BitDo Ultimate Software now on PC, Android and iOS
Ultimate Software gives you elite control over every piece of your controller - now on Android and iOS. 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.
* Ultimate Software is not supported on Mac mode.
>Mapping
Assign the buttons with the functionality to your liking
Sticks
Customize each stick for a higher precision control
Triggers
Adjust the ranges of your triggers to act faster
Vibration
Modify the vibration intensity for a better comfort during gameplay
Macros
Assign a long sequence and action to one single button
Officially supported by Apple
Compatible with iPhone® iPad® Mac® Apple TV®, and Apple Vision Pro™
A modern controller that respects the classics
Pro2 controllers isn't any old Bluetooth® game controller - it 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.
Compatibility
Switch 1/2
3.0.0 and above
Windows
Windows 10 (1903) and above
SteamOS
SteamOS 3.7.13 and above
Android
9.0 and above
Apple
iOS 16.3 and above
iPadOS® 16.3 and above
tvOS® 16.3 and above
macOS® 13.2 and above
visionOS® 1.1 and above
Raspberry Pi
Bluetooth® 2.0 and above
2B, 2B+, 3B, Zero
* Switch compatibility does not support HD rumble or amiibo scanning
8Bitdo Mobile Clip
With the 8Bitdo Mobile Clip, you can turn your Pro 2 Gamepad into a dedicated mobile gaming system. Compatible with nearly all smartphones.*
* sold seperately
Carrying Case
We designed a Pro level carrying case for your Pro 2. It can even hold a mobile gaming clip. Sold seperately.
Play any game, anywhere
Switch. Windows. macOS. Android. 8Bitdo controllers are designed to be as versatile as possible with each of your modern devices. Now with a 4-way mode switch, you can instantly pair your controller via Bluetooth®. You can even use Pro 2 as a wired USB controller with the included USB cable.
Tech Specs
Compatibility
Controller Mode
Special Features
Dimension / Weight
Connectivity
Battery Type / Battery Life
Includes
8BitDo Pro 2 Bluetooth Gamepad
Play like a Pro with 8BitDo’s most advanced retro controller, now upgraded with Hall Effect joysticks. Compatible with Switch, Windows, Apple, Steam, Android, and more.
Now Compatible with Switch 2
Update the firmware via .
Compatibility with Steam®
This controller and all of its inputs have been optimized to fully work with Steam®
Hall Effect Joysticks
Upgraded. Robust and long-lasting. Offering higher precision and sensitivity.
Special Editions - Translucent Purple
Special Editions - Transparent Blue
Special Editions - Jade Green
Function defines form. Pro-level back buttons.
Pro 2 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.
More ways to play. Custom Profile Switching. Enhanced grip. 4-way Mode Switching button.
Pro 2 gives you more ways to play. The custom profile switch button holds 3 custom profiles that can be switched on the fly. With an enhanced grip, Pro 2 allows you to hold the controller with even less effort. The new 4-way Mode Switch button allows you to instantly switch between Switch, Android, D-input and X-input so you can pair to any device as easily as possible.
8BitDo Ultimate Software now on PC, Android and iOS
Ultimate Software gives you elite control over every piece of your controller - now on Android and iOS. 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.
* Ultimate Software is not supported on Mac mode.
>Mapping
Assign the buttons with the functionality to your liking
Sticks
Customize each stick for a higher precision control
Triggers
Adjust the ranges of your triggers to act faster
Vibration
Modify the vibration intensity for a better comfort during gameplay
Macros
Assign a long sequence and action to one single button
Officially supported by Apple
Compatible with iPhone® iPad® Mac® Apple TV®, and Apple Vision Pro™
A modern controller that respects the classics
Pro2 controllers isn't any old Bluetooth® game controller - it 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.
Compatibility
Switch 1/2
3.0.0 and above
Windows
Windows 10 (1903) and above
SteamOS
SteamOS 3.7.13 and above
Android
9.0 and above
Apple
iOS 16.3 and above
iPadOS® 16.3 and above
tvOS® 16.3 and above
macOS® 13.2 and above
visionOS® 1.1 and above
Raspberry Pi
Bluetooth® 2.0 and above
2B, 2B+, 3B, Zero
* Switch compatibility does not support HD rumble or amiibo scanning
8Bitdo Mobile Clip
With the 8Bitdo Mobile Clip, you can turn your Pro 2 Gamepad into a dedicated mobile gaming system. Compatible with nearly all smartphones.*
* sold seperately
Carrying Case
We designed a Pro level carrying case for your Pro 2. It can even hold a mobile gaming clip. Sold seperately.
Play any game, anywhere
Switch. Windows. macOS. Android. 8Bitdo controllers are designed to be as versatile as possible with each of your modern devices. Now with a 4-way mode switch, you can instantly pair your controller via Bluetooth®. You can even use Pro 2 as a wired USB controller with the included USB cable.
Tech Specs
Compatibility
Controller Mode
Special Features
Dimension / Weight
Connectivity
Battery Type / Battery Life
Includes