Big Deal on 8BitDo Stellar Ultimate 2 Controller in Amazon Black Friday Sale

Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 players can get one of the most popular wireless controllers at the lowest price yet. as part of Amazon's 2025 Black Friday Game Dealsblack and white version 8Bitdo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller Discounted to $56 (originally $70). Ultimate 2 Bluetooth is compatible with Nintendo consoles, PCs, Apple devices, and Android.

If you don't need Nintendo compatibility, 8Bitdo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller Available in black, white, and purple color scheme for just $47.59 (regularly $60). Or, you can save money by purchasing one of two special editions. this Wuchang: Falling Feather Edition Discounted to $52 (originally $65), recently released Honkai Impact: Star Trail Collection Pack Only $59.49 (regularly $70). Notably, the set comes with a matching hardshell travel case, themed joystick caps, and multiple collectibles.

The Ultimate 2 is the best professional controller in its price range, and it's better than many controllers that retail for double or triple their usual price. You can take a closer look at both versions of Ultimate 2 below. If you want a PlayStation style control layout, check out Our story about 8Bitdo Pro 3 Bluetooth Game Controllerwhich has many of the same features and is Discounted to $56 (originally $70) In Amazon's Black Friday sale.

$56 (originally $70)

The Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller syncs to Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 wirelessly via Bluetooth or 2.4GHz via the included USB-C adapter. It also provides 2.4GHz wireless support for PCs and Bluetooth support for Apple devices, Android, and SteamOS.

The Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Edition is more expensive than the original Ultimate 2 controller because it adds support for the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. On Nintendo consoles, you can sync your controller wirelessly via Bluetooth or the included 2.4GHz USB-C adapter.

Motion controls and rumble are only available on this model of Nintendo console.

Main features

• Nintendo Switch 2 / Switch: Bluetooth, 2.4GHz wireless (USB-C receiver), wired (USB-C)
• PC: 2.4GHz wireless + USB-C wired
• Apple: Bluetooth + USB-C wired
• Android and SteamOS: Bluetooth
• TMR electromagnetic joystick
• Change the trigger type by flipping the switch:
  • Hall effect trigger
  • Nonlinear Micro Switch Trigger
• 2 remappable reverse flip-flops
• 2 additional remappable shoulder buttons
• Profile Button: Store 3 custom layouts
• Tactile bumper
• Tactile arrow keys
• Textured grip
• RGB light ring
• 2.4GHz and wired 1,000Hz polling rates
• 6-axis motion control (switch 2 + switch only)
• Dual vibration motor (switch 2 + switch only)
• Turbo button
• Up to 25 hours of battery life
• Available in white, black and yellow
• Includes matching USB-C charging base

Use 8Bitang Ultimate Software V2 for customization

• Remap input
• Set up three custom profiles
• Set blind zone
• Adjust motion control sensitivity
• Adjust joystick sensitivity
• Adjust trigger sensitivity
• Adjust rumble intensity
• Adjust lighting effects

$47.59 (originally $60)

If you don't need compatibility with Nintendo consoles, the original Ultimate 2 wireless controller, designed for PC and mobile devices, retails for $10 less. Notably, it supports motion controls and rumble on PC. Other than that, the feature set and customization options are the same. On PC, you can sync the Ultimate 2 wirelessly via 2.4GHz, or hardwire the controller using the included USB-C cable. Bluetooth is limited to Apple, Android and SteamOS.

Main features

• 2.4GHz wireless on PC (USB-C adapter)
• Bluetooth on Apple, Android, SteamOS
• Wired connection to computer
• TMR electromagnetic joystick
• Change the trigger type by flipping the switch:
  • Hall effect trigger
  • Nonlinear Micro Switch Trigger
• 2 remappable reverse flip-flops
• 2 additional remappable shoulder buttons
• Profile Button: Store 3 custom layouts
• Turbo button
• Tactile bumper
• Tactile arrow keys
• Textured grip
• RGB light ring
• 2.4GHz and wired 1,000Hz polling rates
• 6-axis motion control
• Shuanglonglong motor
• 1,000mAh battery
• Color: white, black, purple, green
• Special Edition: Honkai Impact: Star Trail/Wuchang: Luo Yu
• Includes matching USB-C charging base

Use 8Bitang Ultimate Software V2 for customization

• Remap input
• Set up three custom profiles
• Set blind zone
• Adjust motion control sensitivity
• Adjust joystick sensitivity
• Adjust trigger sensitivity
• Adjust rumble intensity
• Adjust lighting effects

Here are the other Amazon Black Friday deals on the 8BitDo Wireless Controller that's compatible with the Switch 2. All of the controllers below also work on the original Switch, PC, Mac, Steam Deck, and mobile devices. Aside from the Ultimate 2 and Pro 3, one of the most eye-catching deals is BABITANG Bluetooth Arcade Fighting Stick $72 (originally $90). BaBitang also recently released All-Button Arcade Controllerand sold at the same price.

The Ultimate 2 is the first controller in the series to feature four extra buttons; Pro 3 Bluetooth Gamepad Join the club in August. 8BitDo essentially combines original ultimate edition and Ultimate 2Cthe manufacturer's latest affordable wireless controller. It has two remappable rear triggers (like the Ultimate) as well as two additional shoulder buttons (like the Ultimate 2C).

8Bitdo has replaced the Hall effect joysticks on many controllers with TMR joysticks. Like Hall Effect rockers, TMR technology uses electromagnets to provide a smoother feel and more accurate, precise movement. Magnetic control also reduces the risk of analog stick drift. Despite overall similarities, TMR technology is often viewed as an improvement over Hall effect technology. The new analog sticks feature customizable RGB light rings.

8Bitdo has also added another common pro-style customization feature to Ultimate 2: the trigger lock. The Hall Effect analog stick instantly converts into a linear microswitch button with the flick of a switch on the back.

In addition to physical modifications, the controller supports 8BitDo's proprietary app on PC, Mac and mobile devices. With Ultimate Software V2, you can create up to three profiles and adjust stick, trigger and motion control sensitivities, modify rumble intensity, and program analog stick dead zones.

8BitDo has improved its 2.4GHz wireless technology and named it “8Speed”. The Ultimate 2 reportedly offers near-seamless input recognition with 1 millisecond latency when syncing wirelessly via the included USB-C dongle. The Ultimate 2's polling rate is 1,000Hz when using a 2.4GHz wireless or USB-C wired connection. To be clear, the original Ultimate offered a stable and fast wireless connection, but the new model offers a more reliable and seamless connection. It's also the first Ultimate Controller to use a USB-C adapter instead of USB-A. The Bluetooth version can sync to Switch 2 and Switch wirelessly via 2.4GHz and Bluetooth, while the PC version only supports Bluetooth on Android.

Like other premium controllers in 8Bitdo's flagship series, the Ultimate 2 comes with a matching USB-C charging base with a compartment for a USB dongle. The Ultimate 2 has a 1,000mAh battery, which is more than double the 480mAh battery capacity of the original Ultimate. You can get up to 25 hours of battery life, but it's worth emphasizing that this will vary depending on your connection type and settings. For example, lighting rings drain your battery faster.

The Ultimate 2 is a major upgrade, but the original Ultimate Bluetooth is still a great controller. If you don't want to spend $60, there's also a Amazon’s Great Deal on 8BitDo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller Bundle. You can buy the controller with a charging dock and 8BitDo carrying case for $40.49 (originally $70).

As mentioned before, if you prefer to align the joystick, 8bitdo Pro 3 Bluetooth Game Controller Very similar to Ultimate 2 in terms of technical enhancements. The Pro 3 features a trigger lock, four remappable buttons, and a TMR joystick. It also has a unique feature: replaceable face buttons. The magnetic surface buttons can be rearranged, allowing you to change between Nintendo and Xbox control layouts. Also included is an additional set of unlabeled buttons in the Super Nintendo color scheme. The Pro 3 also comes with an extra pair of bat caps and a matching charging dock.

For more gaming and tech deals, check out GameSpot's Black Friday Hub.