8BitDo Ultimate 3-mode Controller – Rare 40th Anniversary Edition

40 Years of
Creative Excellence

Since 1985, Rare has shaped generations of players with imagination, wonder, and joy.

This controller celebrates not just a studio—but a legacy.

With every press, you’re holding a piece of gaming history.

“Legends born in 1985—From pixels to polygons, primates to pirates, decades of joyful

worlds are waiting for you. Pick up your controller and get ready for your next adventure…”

— 40 Years of Rare

A Legendary Collaboration for a
Legendary Milestone

8BitDo teams up with Rare to honor four decades of unforgettable characters and iconic worlds.

Wrapped in signature blue and gold, this special edition features symbolic patterns, game-inspired
silhouettes, and playful Easter eggs—a tribute to the legacy Rare brought to life.

Ultimate Design and Optimal Gaming Experience

A modern controller that respects the classics, every detail paid attention to – intersecting classic and modern gaming.

Support 8BitDo Ultimate Software X

Customize your controller with 8BitDo Ultimate Software and have elite control over every piece of your controller.

Ultra Compatibility,
Wireless on Xbox

Designed to play cross platform. Connect to your Xbox or Windows PC via wireless 2.4G or wired USB, or your Apple or Android devices via Bluetooth.

Xbox

Xbox Series X | S, Xbox One

Windows

Windows 10 and above

For Apple®

iOS 18.2 and above

iPadOS® 18.2 and above

tvOS® 18.2 and above

macOS® 15.2 and above

visionOS® 2.2 and above

Android

9.0 and above

Pro-Level
Back Buttons

Designed to save both effort and time during intense gameplay.

Golden Metal Tactile D-pad

Made of zinc alloy and has a gold-colored plating, which greatly enhances the tactile experience.

Integrated Charging Dock

A seamlessly integrated charging dock keeps your controller always charged and ready to play. Automatically reconnects when removed from the dock.

Hall Effect Joysticks
and Impulse Triggers

Upgraded for precision. Drift-resistant joysticks paired with Xbox-style impulse triggers—delivering nuanced vibration feedback and greater control feel.

Custom
Profile Switch

Three profiles, switch on the fly.

Tech Specs

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