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8BitDo Arcade Controller Pro, a button-only arcade controller, is available for pre-order
Key points
- 8BitDo Arcade Controller Pro is available for pre-order at $119.99.
- Shipping begins November 30.
- Features smaller buttons, tighter spacing, and more programmable buttons.
- Includes a 1.47-inch display for input monitoring and customization.
- Has a 3,000mAh battery and magnetic wrist rest.
Pre-orders Open for Arcade Controller Pro
8BitDo has announced that its new button-only arcade controller, the Arcade Controller Pro, is now available for pre-order. The device is priced at $119.99, with shipments scheduled to begin on November 30. This controller is designed for fighting game enthusiasts.
Design and Feature Upgrades
The Arcade Controller Pro builds on 8BitDo's previous leverless controller by incorporating several changes. It features smaller buttons and tighter spacing between them, along with more programmable buttons. A 1.47-inch display is included, which allows for input monitoring, custom button mapping, and RGB lighting adjustments.
Comfort and Battery Life
For extended use, the controller includes a magnetically attached wrist rest. The wrist rest also conceals five extra button caps for customization. The Arcade Controller Pro is equipped with a 3,000mAh battery, which can be fully recharged in four hours.
Pricing and Availability
The Arcade Controller Pro is priced higher than its predecessor, which started at $89.99, reflecting the added features. It is available in two color options: N Edition and White.
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8BitDo has opened pre-orders for its Arcade Controller Pro, a button-only arcade controller priced at $119.99, with shipping starting November 30. This new model features smaller, more closely spaced buttons, additional programmable buttons, and a 1.47-inch display for input monitoring and customization, targeting serious fighting game players.