The 8Bitdo Arcade Stick for Switch & Windows is a dream come true for fighting game fans looking for a versatile and high-quality controller. This arcade stick delivers a winning combination of classic arcade feel, modern features, and broad compatibility, making it a great choice for both casual and competitive players.
**Built to Last**
The first thing you'll notice about the 8Bitdo Arcade Stick is its solid build quality. It feels weighty and secure in your hands, thanks in part to its metal base. The joystick and buttons are all highly responsive and clicky, providing satisfying tactile feedback during gameplay. The included parts allow you to swap out the joystick and buttons if desired for further customization, though this is a feature geared more towards enthusiasts.
**Wired or Wireless Freedom**
The 8Bitdo Arcade Stick offers a variety of connection options to suit your needs. You can connect it to your Switch or Windows PC wirelessly via Bluetooth, perfect for maintaining a clutter-free setup. For those who prefer a wired connection, the arcade stick also includes a detachable USB-C cable. Additionally, a 2.4 GHz wireless receiver is included, providing a lag-free connection for even the most competitive players.
**More Than Just Fights**
While the 8Bitdo Arcade Stick is perfect for fighting games, its functionality extends beyond that genre. The included 8Bitdo Ultimate Software allows you to customize the button layout to your liking. This makes the arcade stick a viable option for a variety of retro and indie games that benefit from a joystick control scheme.
**Aesthetics and Value**
The 8Bitdo Arcade Stick comes in a sleek and stylish design that pays homage to classic arcade cabinets. The arcade stick is typically priced between $84.99 and $89.99, making it a great value compared to other high-end arcade sticks on the market.
**In Conclusion:**
For players looking for a versatile and high-quality arcade stick for both Switch and Windows, the 8Bitdo Arcade Stick is an excellent choice. It boasts a robust build quality, multiple connection options, great customization features, and broad compatibility. Whether you're a fighting game enthusiast or a retro gamer looking for a more immersive experience, the 8Bitdo Arcade Stick is a winning formula.
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Great Arcade Stick!
I bought:Two 8BitDo Arcade SticksTwo Sanwa JLF-TP-8YT joysticks& One DGHAOP 4pcs Arcade Rocker Accessories Base 4/8 Way Restrictor Plate Gate JLF Series Joystick (Comes with: 1-Baseplate + 1-Square Ring + 1-Circular Ring + 1-Octagonal Ring)Answer to my own questions:1. Can the stock 8bitdo Arcade Joystick 4 & 8 Way Adjust like the Sanwa JLF-TP-8YT? A. No, the stock restrictor plate/gate is cast solid/fixed only in the Square configuration. -But you can replace the stock restrictor plate/gate with an adjustable JLF style restrictor plate/gate that can 4-"Diamond config" & 8-"Square config" Way adjust.2. Should I just replace the stock Joystick with the Sanwa JLF-TP-8YT? A. Personal choice but for me it's a Yes, the Sanwa JLF-TP-8YT joystick is more precise and actually restricts the switch engagement for 4 & 8 Way configurations. -The stock joystick in Diamond config still actuates 2 microswitches if moved to the diagonal half the time, resulting in inaccurate Pac Man movements. It would still work fine if I did not have Sanwa JLF-TP-8YT joystick, but I have two of them so I'll just replace & use the better Sanwa JLF joysticks.*Pictures 1-6 of the stock joystick restrictor plate conversion to JLF Style restrictor plate.*Pictures 7-9 of the Sanwa JLF replacement/conversion.Note: Picture 10, stock joystick has a black marker line indicating "Up" for the stick.*Reasoning for the Restrictor plate conversion. My kids are young & struggle greatly as my wife & me do with any wireless Switch controllers while playing Pac Man, Dig Dug & Galaga.I believe we are better served with a 4 way "Diamond gate" arcade stick configuration while playing Pac Man, Dig Dug & Galaga.
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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 16, 2024Style: Arcade StickVerified Purchase
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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 16, 2024
Modifying this Arcade Stick is very easy, just need a Philips screwdriver (since they revised it and changed the Torx screws out). The buttons and joystick are fully compatible with Sanwa parts. Buttons simply click off and snap on with just 2 wire connectors on each.
Modifying the joystick - for those who are a bit more cost concious, this option will make a world of difference - the existing Joystick is Sanwa parts compatible, replacing the spring (£2.99), the actuator (£2.99) and even the square gate (which is the same size as a Sanwa JLX) for an octagonal 8-way (£4.20) will totally change the feel of this to a Sanwa (the microswitches are of good enough quality to fool anyone) once just the first two mods are done you would be hard pressed to tell the difference between it and a standard Sanwa JLF/JLX (depending on which Sanwa spring/actuator you choose) at about £20 less and no messing about with wires.
Replacing the joystick - a Sanwa (or similiarly compatible) joystick can be soldered onto 5 points on the PCB or can fit into 5 of the existing 8 pins of the connector to the left of the solder points (YouTube has lots of information on this) you just need to purchase the correct cable which I did for under £2. Fitting a JLX has made a world of difference (as did changing just the spring and actuator which I did on a second Arcade Stick), the standard joystick is good but a Sanwa feels more precise and can be further modified with replacement springs, gates and actuators. Also, the black shaft and dust covers that come with the 8BitDo can be reused with a standard Sanwa JLF/JLX as well as the black ball top (unless you decide to mod the shaft length etc. as well).
It's a great purchase and at sixty odd GBP (and now it's a tad under sixty on sale) it has wired and wireless 2.4GHz connectivity from a dongle that just works without drivers on a Raspberry Pi (and other PCs and Steam decks). And of course, it has Bluetooth as well and works on the Nintendo Switch. As it comes, it's a pretty decent Arcade Stick but if you want genuine quality arcade buttons and controls - you can change them at a later date. You can't go wrong with it!
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Reviewed in Belgium on December 4, 2023Style: Arcade StickVerified Purchase
