Ultimate 2

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Ultimate 2

216 positive 2 neutral 78 negative

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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

64

Cheap , but superb mobile gaming station

I searched an option to play my games in every location of my house. First of all i bought the honor magicpad2. I wanted to have a big size tablet with oled screen and minimum 120hz.Because i hate raises black levels and i wanted to play with all the benefits you get of geforce now. Over and beyond

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Ok-Bird-5704 in r/GeForceNOW

June 14, 2025 12:04 PM

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What controller(s) does everyone recommend for steam pc gaming?

8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless has been working well for me. Looking forward to the rumored Steam Controller 2 maybe soon!!

djdvs1420 in r/Steam

November 4, 2025 4:37 PM

129

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

35

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

32

Ultimate 2 Bluetooth latency is kinda bad

I am using this one with the Switch 2 and can't believe it has this much latency. I've tried every connection, Bluetooth, 2.4 and Wired, and feel no improvement. I am testing against the JoyCons and they have little to no latency, feels perfect.

What's up with this model? Is there any beta firmwar

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GamingAccessGranted in r/8bitdo

June 25, 2025 4:32 PM

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Super cute 8BitDo controller

So, I ended up getting my first non 'function over form' controller - an 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Honkai: Star Rail - Evernight. It's so pretty.

It's also a *very* solid controller - it's probably on par with my Razer Wolverine V3 at less than half the price (only $70). Very happy with this controller

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JhulaeD in r/GirlGamers

November 19, 2025 2:27 PM

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Dual sense or 8bitdo Ultimate 2 ?

Dual Sense has the better gyro but you will need to use it with a cable for full potential. Wireless lacks a few features. 8Bitdo Ultimate 2 Wireless can be natively mapped through Steam (after a firmware update and booting through button combo). Out of both I prefer the 8Bitdo since you get back bu

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dEEkAy2k9 in r/GyroGaming

May 17, 2026 12:35 PM

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this reviewer talks about steam controller gyro

It still affects you even if the screen is higher frequency. The screen will show you a more fresh state if you have higher polling rate. That being said I think the OG steam controller is way more reliable in terms of gyro than my 1000hz 8bitdo ultimate 2.4g wireless. It just feels better probably

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BrownieWarrior in r/GyroGaming

May 3, 2026 12:38 PM

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