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8BitDo’s all-button controller gets a screen upgrade for customizations without an app

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Andrew Liszewski is a senior reporter who’s been covering and reviewing the latest gadgets and tech since 2006, but has loved all things electronic since he was a kid.

8BitDo announced a new version of its all-button Arcade Controller that debuted a little over a year ago. The new Arcade Controller Pro looks similar to 8BitDo’s original with a leverless (or Hitbox) design that replaces joysticks with buttons for improved precision and responsiveness. The new Pro version comes with upgrades that include an even thinner 16mm design, an additional programmable button, and a small screen allowing you to customize button mapping and other settings without having to open 8BitDo’s Ultimate Software V2 app on another device — although that’s supported, too.

Pricing, availability, and preorder timing for the Arcade Controller Pro haven’t been confirmed. Last year’s model is still $89.99, but pricing for the Pro may be a...

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