Ultimate 2

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Ultimate 2

216 positive 2 neutral 78 negative

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Steam Controller Priced at $149 CAD

Sorry if this the wrong sub to ask this question, but why even buy the Steam controller if you aren't going to use the touch pads? For me that's the selling point, but if I didn't need the touch pads I would just stick to an 8bitdo ultimate 2, way more affordable and plenty of paddles/buttons.

IPlayChessBTW in r/Steam

April 27, 2026 6:27 PM

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Considering getting a controller to use with Steam games. What are the pros and cons of the various types?

8BitDo makes a super solid controller for an unbeatable price. I have am Ultimate 2C and while I tend to prefer KBM in most games, it works fantastically for games that really need a controller. It's a major upgrade from the old 360 controller I was using. Biggest selling point for me was the price.

ipulloffmygstring in r/Steam

January 8, 2026 6:20 AM

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Steam Controller review slips embargo, controller to cost $99

I went back to a post i saw about the controller bein $100 or more, and most of the comments were basically saying "first party controllers are usually overpriced, valve won't price their controller like that, that's why it'll be cheaper" with a lot of people suggesting it'll be $50 to $60. It's kin

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mashdpotatogaming in r/GamingLeaksAndRumours

April 25, 2026 1:14 PM

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Old man needs help

if you need a controller, an 8bitdo ultimate 2c wireless can often be found for ~$20 and does the same thing for casual use

whomad1215 in r/Steam

March 13, 2026 5:09 PM

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Controller Recommendation for the Steam Deck

I use the 8BitDo Ultimate 2C, it's cheap and has hall effect joysticks, has both 2.4ghz and bluetooth 8BitDo Ultimate 2C Wireless Controller | 8BitDo

Constant-Patient-232 in r/SteamDeck

February 11, 2026 6:55 AM

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not shocked

8BitDo Ultimate 2C half the price of a Pro controller and will never get stick drift.

Stoffys in r/whenthe

June 10, 2025 10:05 AM

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Just got mine and feels like perfect

I love the feel and sense...Ultimate 2 Wireless it's a game changer for it's price ❤️...What do you people think about it?

newmanld in r/8bitdo

April 30, 2025 3:46 PM

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8bitdo ultimate 2 it just works

Why I love the the Ultimate 2 for my steam machine and 8bitdo in general they make controllers that just work and that don't have to brake the bank easily customisable and work with mostly every thing 😅 Even dji camera gimbals 😂 #8bitdo #sffpc

lewibaygo in r/sffpc

July 27, 2025 8:35 PM

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First impressions of ultimate 2: wuchang

I’ve never really used a controller before, but I’m very surprised by the quality of this one, especially considering its affordable price. The only issue I’m facing is that my hands are on the bigger side, which makes them feel a little tired after hours of gaming but I sorely only play a few games

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Minute_Lake7696 in r/8bitdo

November 24, 2025 10:32 PM

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8BitDo Controller

I use the more affordable version of that controller, and it works great both using Bluetooth and 2.4G: 8BitDo Ultimate 2C Wireless Controller You might want to check it out too.

Muixeranga_ in r/SteamDeck

June 8, 2025 2:25 PM

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