Pretty but lethal: 8BitDo’s new Ultimate 3 Xbox controller doesnt compromise on performance
8BitDo launches the Ultimate 3 Controller for Xbox in Lavender Dusk across Europe and the US. Features include TMR drift-free joysticks, adjustable tension, and a charging dock for $99.99.
8BitDo has unveiled a new Xbox controller edition called Ultimate 3 Lavender Dusk, striking a balance between high-performance capabilities and a soothing aesthetic. Currently available for $99.99 in the U.S. and across Europe through Game Outlet Europe, this special edition deviates from the typical aggressive designs of competitive gaming controllers and opts for a pastel shell in lavender tones.
What makes this controller stand out are its TMR (Tunnel Magnetoresistance) joysticks, which are designed with magnetic sensors to ensure long-term durability and exact responsiveness. The controller also features force rings around its thumbsticks, offering players the option to adjust tension for precise sniping in first-person shooters or rapid flicks for racing games.
Additionally, the Hall Effect impulse triggers provide an instant conversion into a hair-trigger for shooters, thanks to their contactless magnetic sensors and physical stops.
PC users will appreciate the inclusion of six-axis motion controls (gyro aiming) in 2.4GHz mode and an ultra-responsive 1,000Hz polling rate when connected via USB-C. A 3.5mm audio jack at the base enables users to connect their wired headset. The controller supports tri-mode connectivity, seamlessly transitioning between Xbox consoles, Windows PCs, and mobile devices via low-latency 2.4GHz wireless, USB-C wired (up to 1,000Hz polling rate on PC), or Bluetooth.
To power the controller, an included wireless charging dock allows for automatic charging and cleanup, with the controller springing back to life as soon as it's lifted from the dock.
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