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If you’re in the market for a Nintendo Switch controller, you should definitely check out Amazon's current deal on the 8BitDo Pro 2. This excellent third-party controller normally goes for $50–which is still a reasonable price–but right now you can grab it for only $42.50. Prime members can get free overnight shipping, too. It’s one of the best Switch controllers, so you can’t go wrong here.
8BitDo Pro 2 (Gray)
$42.50 (was $50)
The 8BitDo Pro 2 is a wonderful alternative to the Switch Pro controller. Though it looks nearly identical from the front, the Pro 2 is a fairly significant improvement on its predecessor. It adds two mappable back buttons that can be remapped on the fly. It also has a sturdier build quality that makes it feel like a premium gamepad.
The Pro 2 also supports up to three custom profiles. You can easily switch between the stored controller schemes by pressing the profile button on the front of the controller. As a Bluetooth gamepad, the Pro 2 is compatible with other platforms as well, including PC, Mac, and Android. A switch on the back of the controller lets you cycle through four unique platform settings: Switch, Mac, D-input, and X-input.
The controller nods back to the SNES in terms of its design, and its layout is ideal for retro games that are better with a D-pad thanks to the parallel analog stick placement. That said, the Pro 2 is equally great for modern games with complex control schemes. With 8BitDo’s Ultimate software, you can assign macros and adjust trigger/analog stick settings on your computer or mobile device.
It’s important to note that while the Pro 2 does have motion controls and rumble, you’re not getting HD Rumble like the Pro controller. Additionally, the Pro 2 doesn’t have NFC support for Amiibo. It does have one other neat perk, though. The rechargeable battery can last for 20 hours between charges, but you can also pop in a pair of AA batteries if you don’t want to wait around for it to recharge.
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