When it comes to budget-friendly controllers, 8BitDo is a brand that's been known to punch above its weight. Our Jacob was super-impressed with the value in its Ultimate 2C wireless controller which felt like a far more premium device than the price tag suggested. Now 8BitDo is back with the new Ultimate 2 wireless controller, which offers a few upgrades that could be well worth a look for PC controller enthusiasts wanting to spend under $60.
The caveat here is the Ultimate 2 looks like it's kept the 2C's fatal flaw, which for our reviewer was the overall size of the unit. While most controllers mimic Microsoft's Xbox shape and size, the 8BitDo's Ultimate series have been styled more after the Switch. This provides a much slimmer experience, which you'll either love or hate. If you're a big fan of the Switch's Pro offerings then read on, but if a more splayed out controller is for you, the updated features likely won't mean a damn. As always, for your health—both mental and physical—comfort should be king.
