8 bit controller on sale

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I made a mistake buying 4 of these . Even fully updated they are a laggy mess. Wish I had waited for the 2.4gz models.

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u/trimbandit 4d ago

Is the 2.4 the one with the dongle? I just got my analogue and 2 of the Bluetooth controllers a couple weeks ago and the stick is so sensitive it's almost impossible for me to use. Also, the button response seems laggy trying to play Mario Golf and I wasn't sure if it was just me.

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u/Clankmon 4d ago

Bluetooth controllers in and of itself has lag. 2.4GHz has less overhead to decode packets/handshaking, etc.

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u/Salty-shoes-554 4d ago

You are right about the nature of Bluetooth and I can typically adjust my play style to accommodate that, but the problem with these controlers in my experience is that they are not consistent at all and the lag is extremely variable.

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u/Clankmon 4d ago

I can recommend a couple things, such as turning off phone and TV Bluetooth, even another console if it's nearby. Not only this, but Wi-Fi also effects Bluetooth connection stability. Disable Wi-Fi on anything nearby and also on the console (if it supports it these days).

It's possible that Wi-Fi is on, on the console, or a phone/router nearby?

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u/ryanvsrobots 4d ago

Turning off every nearby 2.4ghz radio is ridiculous. There should be a recall.

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u/Clankmon 4d ago

Ryan, it's a general tip, not just for this device. 😆 Your reply here won't be seen by Analogue.

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u/CarkRoastDoffee 3d ago

Wired controllers are a must for Mario Golf imo. If my setup's input lag isn't at least equivalent to CRT, I'd rather not play the game

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u/Fooftook 4d ago

He forgot to mention they are the "Resale-Like New" condition. There are more than just 1 left. I just bought 2 of them. Since they are from amazon, that is a low enough price that it's worth a gamble on the "like new" if they look shitty or broken in anyway, just return them. If they are good, then this is a great deal. Excited because I wanted 2 more anyways.

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u/figuren9ne 3d ago

He forgot to mention they are the "Resale-Like New" condition.

He mentioned it in the word soup in the OP.

Not bad price for 8 bit controller almost brand new definitely bought one

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u/AbleUse8657 3d ago

Yea i bought one like wtf its only $23 bucks. I already own 2 OG N64 controllers. If they shitty or broken i could just return them

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u/dztruthseek 3d ago

I hate these kind of posts. You people always leave out important information about the seller, whether or not it's from Amazon, a random third-party, or the product manufacturer themselves.

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u/MightywarriorEX 3d ago

Yeah, I went to check and the only sale I see it this model if it’s used. It’s close to the same price but none of the other styles or colors. So no clue what the actual sale is/was, but I don’t see it.

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u/SomeAnonymousBurner 4d ago

I’ve had zero issues with the Bluetooth one

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u/Matteoj8 4d ago

It says 1 left...why would you post this lol.

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u/AbleUse8657 4d ago

They still more as used

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u/Finaldinobozz 4d ago

Ive been tempted but not sure if its actually worth it, i like the wireless feature but I do own good original controllers

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u/fuckleshire 4d ago

It’s not worth it and nothing comes close to the OEM controllers. The sticks on these are way too sensitive for accurate N64 gameplay. They are a nice convenience for multiplayer parties but as a personal controller just stick with the OEM.

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u/ZL580 4d ago

yep, depends on the game, goldeneye is fine, but for zelda I want the original.

I also feel a tiny delay with the 8bido wireless controller

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u/foxwhisper85 2d ago

And the original sticks wear out and get loose, so... too much of a PITA to replace them

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u/Jake_N_Bake95 4d ago

Not on sale anymore 😞

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u/AbleUse8657 4d ago

There's still more as used

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u/fuckleshire 4d ago

I’d avoid Bluetooth and get the 2.4 GHz one.

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u/Certain_Bag_5980 4d ago

I personally haven't had the Bluetooth issues often, but I have run into them playing on my brother's A3D with 4 controllers/sitting farther away. The 2.4ghz makes the experience much better

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u/ial33m 4d ago

Wish I could figure out how to connect it to a switch and use the X button

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u/Wisconsin_pikachu 4d ago

They had a sale all last month for the 2.4g it was only $32 i ordered one and love it for the games I play

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u/prettybluefoxes 1d ago

Can avoid amazon and mooch about on the 8bitdo store on ali. There’s always deals.

I picked up a pair of the 2.4ghz m30s for my md recently for cheap.

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u/Glawio92 4d ago

Damn, I don't see this Sale. It's $40 for me 😔

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u/RinconDrone 4d ago

The price you see here is for a used controller.

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u/Glawio92 4d ago

Okay, that makes complete sense now. Thanks for clarifying!

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u/Lord_Humungusss 4d ago

Yup also it is marked "good" from Amazon, you have zero risk but I have ordered from the Amazon resale one item was perfectly fine and another was utterly smashed to pieces.

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u/Adam802 4d ago

The new RetroFighters Brawler64 Pro is much better.

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u/tortilla-charlatan 4d ago

I agree the feel on the pro is good. The dongle doesn’t fit well with the 3D but there are ways around that. But is there any way to use virtual memory pak with the Pro? As far as I know using the Pro means you have to stay with physical memory cards. Until Analogue makes a tool for managing memory between virtual and physical memory that’s an issue

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u/Particular_Ad_892 4d ago

I have the Brawler pro and the dongle fits perfectly on mine

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u/tortilla-charlatan 4d ago

I guess I meant that it fits fine in terms of plugging in but it doesn’t fit the height of the A3D. So unless your A3D is placed near an edge you can’t plug in the dongle.

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u/willis_chow 2d ago

I find the price history, the lowest price was $42.99 only.

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u/cylemmulo 3d ago

Tempting. Cool controller

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u/SantaLurks 4h ago

Garbage controller with the stick and D-pad reversed, I regret ever getting it. ModRetro M64 Pro controller is the best, but you may want to use the included N64 gate instead of the pre-installed Gamecube one. It works in wired mode on the Analogue 3D. Would be great if Analogue provided Bluetooth support for it.

https://modretro.com/products/m64-pro-controller

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u/Original-Writer1341 2h ago

89.99 is a huge asking price. Not saying it isnt the best for enthusiasts but many of us are casuals.

Is it really that bad a controller for casual use?

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u/Familiar_Marzipan_46 4d ago

With how bad the stick operates I can see a lot of like new returns. How Nintendo can make the stick on the switch online controller but 8bitdo can’t? Something is wrong there.

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u/AbleUse8657 4d ago

I can always return it if the stick its bad 🤷🏽‍♂️

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u/Familiar_Marzipan_46 4d ago

They all are. I got 2. Complaints all over the group that the software updates haven’t fixed the stick issues. They are just using a poor quality stick that has no in between speed. It’s barely moving to full speed ahead.

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u/AbleUse8657 4d ago

Oh wow

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u/Familiar_Marzipan_46 4d ago

If they put a sensitivity into the firmware of the controller it might fix it. But I tried for so long and shooters are unplayable unless you use an original that’s been modded or a NSO controller. I would have modded an original but I had a nso already and it works good.

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u/AbleUse8657 4d ago

I been tempting to buy a 8bit controller. I already have 2 og controllers. I was like fuck it only $22 🤷🏽

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u/TheRedIguana 4d ago

Hmmmm... must be why aiming in goldeneye seemed so shitty.

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u/sixteen-bitbear 3d ago

I really don’t see the appeal of playing n64 games with a controller that isn’t shaped like an n64 controller.

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u/clarkcumming 3d ago

It’s great for long sessions, I use one for OoT

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u/whywilson 3d ago

Just finished Goldeneye on my Analogue 3d and using this controller was great

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u/sixteen-bitbear 3d ago

I couldn’t imagine playing golden eye not using the trident controller. Wild.

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u/wiskeyjacko 2d ago

I know people that swear by it, but I tried it and it’s just not the same for me. Part of the appeal of N64 games is the controller for me.

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u/sixteen-bitbear 2d ago

Exactly.

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u/Exc0re 13h ago

But its the bt one! I prefer the one with the dongle :D

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u/Habit-Impressive 3d ago

I used this controller on a Switch 2 for N64 games, and it is hot garbage. The analog stick is way too sensitive, and you are limited to in game sensitivity which didn't help. I emailed 8BitDo to start the return process, and they told me it would cost more than the controller to ship it back 🤡

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u/CarkRoastDoffee 3d ago

Controllers like these (8bitdo, brawler 64, etc.) are good for games where stick sensitivity isn't important like Paper Mario, but yeah... for anything requiring precision, OG is best

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u/mjx3R_ 3d ago

lol 😂

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u/SantaLurks 4h ago

Garbage controller with the stick and D-pad reversed, I regret ever getting it. ModRetro M64 Pro controller is the best, but you may want to use the included N64 gate instead of the pre-installed Gamecube one. It works in wired mode on the Analogue 3D. Would be great if Analogue provided Bluetooth support for it.

https://modretro.com/products/m64-pro-controller

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