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Xbox has announced the Cozy Collection, a new line of Designed for Xbox peripherals from 8BitDo, SteelSeries, and KontrolFreek, featuring items like the Retro 87 Mechanical Keyboard, Retro R8 Mouse, Ultimate 3 Controller, Arctis Gamebuds, and KontrolFreek No-Slip Thumb Grips, all aimed at delivering cozy indie vibes with prices from $12.99 to $199.99 and compatibility with Xbox Cloud Gaming.
Microsoft unveils the Designed for Xbox Cozy Collection—forest-inspired peripherals from 8BitDo, SteelSeries, and KontrolFreek, including the Retro 87 keyboard, Retro R8 mouse, Ultimate 3 controller, Arctis Gamebuds, and No-Slip Thumb Grips, all designed for comfort and cross‑platform play on Xbox and PC; available now at 8bitdo.com, SteelSeries, and KontrolFreek.
8BitDo has released FlipPad, a compact wired USB‑C gamepad that stays attached to your phone to turn it into a portrait-style retro handheld. It features a physical D‑pad and ABXY buttons, folds away to let you answer calls, uses a wired connection to minimize latency, works with most phone cases, and supports iOS 26.2+ and Android 13+. Priced at £24.99, it’s pitched for retro/arcade titles and other mobile games, offering a cable-based alternative to Bluetooth controllers.
To celebrate the Nintendo 64’s 30th birthday, 8BitDo teased a Wave Blue mechanical keyboard inspired by the N64’s button colors and an accompanying Wave Blue Ultimate 2 controller. The gear, showcased via images sourced from IT Tome, appears aimed at PC use and isn’t expected to be Switch-compatible. No release date or price has been announced yet, but updates are planned when details emerge.
8BitDo has announced the Ultimate 3E Controller for Xbox, a pro-level, customizable controller designed for serious gamers, featuring swappable modules, high precision, RGB feedback, and wireless connectivity, with a release expected in Q2 2026 at $149.99.
8BitDo announced the Ultimate 3E Controller for Xbox, a highly customizable wireless gamepad featuring swappable ABXY buttons, TMR joysticks, Hall effect triggers, RGB lighting, and multiple connection options, set to launch in Q2 2026 for $149.99, competing with premium controllers.
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the NES, 8BitDo has launched the NES40 collection, featuring NES-themed gaming accessories including a limited edition Ultimate 2 controller with NES Retro Receiver, a Retro Cube 2 speaker, and a Retro 68 Keyboard, all available for pre-order with various release dates.
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the NES, 8BitDo has announced the NES40 collection, featuring updated versions of its Ultimate 2 wireless controller, Retro 87 Keyboard N Edition, and Retro Cube Speaker, with cosmetic upgrades, hardware enhancements, and limited availability, set to release between November 2025 and January 2026.
8BitDo has announced the NES40 Collection, a new line of retro-inspired gaming peripherals including a Bluetooth controller, a retro keyboard, and a portable speaker, all available for pre-order with release dates spanning late 2025 to early 2026.
The 8BitDo N64 wireless controller is on sale for $27.69 on Amazon, compatible with Switch, PC, and Android, featuring modern design and Hall Effect joystick technology to prevent drift, making it a great option for retro gaming enthusiasts.
8BitDo has launched its first wireless Xbox controller in collaboration with Rare, featuring a special 40th anniversary design with Easter eggs, customizable profiles, and a rechargeable battery, available for $89.99 as a limited edition.
A third-party Xbox controller celebrating Rare's 40th anniversary has been listed on Amazon, made by 8BitDo with features like Hall Effect sticks and compatibility across multiple devices, ahead of an official reveal likely on August 4, the company's traditional anniversary date, amidst recent layoffs at Rare.
8BitDo has launched the Pro 3, its first controller with swappable button layouts, featuring a PlayStation DualSense-like design, drift-resistant joysticks with TMR technology, and compatibility across multiple platforms. It includes a rechargeable battery, a charging dock, and customizable profiles, with a release date set for August 12th and a price of $69.99.
8BitDo has announced the Pro 3 controller compatible with Switch 1 and 2, featuring swappable magnetic ABXY buttons, a charging dock, hall effect triggers, back paddles, and support for various gaming functions, priced at $69.99 and available for pre-order with shipping starting August 12, 2025.
8BitDo has launched a $50 Xbox-licensed Bluetooth controller compatible with iPhone and Android, featuring premium components like Hall Effect sensors, customizable profiles, and a stretchable phone cradle, offering a budget-friendly alternative to higher-priced mobile controllers and expanding its collaboration with Xbox.