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8BitDo has announced the Arcade Controller Pro, which features mechanical switches and a November 30, 2026 release date.
8BitDo has launched the Arcade Controller Pro for $119.99 via Amazon pre-order. The controller is scheduled for release on November 30, 2026. It features 17 buttons under a tempered glass faceplate and is equipped with Core Green linear mechanical switches created with Kailh. These switches follow the Choc V2 standard, allowing users to swap them for tactile or clicky options.
The device includes a built-in display running 8BitDo's Ultimate Software V2 for on-the-fly remapping of P1-P5 buttons, RGB customization, macro creation, and SOCD settings. A built-in SOCD cleaning function includes a tournament lock. For connectivity, the controller offers a low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless mode or Bluetooth for Android and Nintendo Switch. The 2.4 GHz mode provides 15 hours of use per charge when RGB is turned off.
The controller has dual USB Type-C ports, with the rear port featuring a metal cable lock. 8BitDo also includes a magnetic wrist-rest with lock caps to prevent accidental presses of the P1-P5 buttons. The quick-release faceplate contains a switch and keycap removal tool along with three extra switches. The product comes in black and red or white.
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