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24.11.2023 - 19:23 / gamespot.com / Brendan Hesse / Rare
8BitDo's Arcade Stick looks simple, but it's highly customizable and works with multiple platforms.
By Brendan Hesse on
8BitDo's Arcade Stick controller for Nintendo Switch and PC is down to $72 (was $90) in Amazon's and Best Buy's big Black Friday sales. This stellar arcade stick rarely receives discounts, so this 20% discount is significant. Alternatively, Prime members can get the Xbox/PC edition of this fight stick for $96 (was $120) in black or white.
The 8BitDo Arcade Stick is perfect for fighting games like Mortal Kombat 1 or Street Fighter VI, as well as classic arcade games like Streets of Rage.
The controller features a joystick, eight face buttons plus dedicated Start, Select, turbo, and macro buttons, and toggles that swap between the various connection types, controller modes, and other settings, including an input toggle that changes the button labels depending on if you're playing Switch or PC. It supports wired USB connection via the included USB-C cable or wireless pairing via Bluetooth or 2.4Gz, and it ships with a 2.4Ghz dongle that slots into a hidden USB port on the bottom of the controller.
The 8BitDo Arcade Stick's simple design makes it easy to start playing right out of the box, but it's also moddable--including support for swapping out the buttons and joystick with components from other fight sticks--for those who want to fine-tune the controller's feel. PC users can also program their own button macros using the free 8BitDo Ultimate software. It's also more affordable than most fight sticks, even at full price, making this discount all the more enticing. Make sure you grab the 8BitDo Arcade Stick at Amazon while it's still available.
Other 8BitDo controllers and accessories are also discounted in Amazon's Black Friday sale, including the Retro Mechanical Keyboard, which is discounted to just $90 (was $100) for the first time. Here's a quick roundup of some of the most notable 8BitDo Black Friday deals at Amazon:
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