For retro fans, the 8BitDo NeoGeo controller was a must-buy even at retail price. Who can resist the clicky microswitches with 27% off?
Retro gaming remains extremely popular, with many remakes and remasters of classic games seeing high sales numbers, such as theGolden Sunseries, orPersona 3 Reload. Then there’s emulation, with services such as Nintendo Switch Online and PlayStation Plus offering retro titles for that nostalgia hit.
Some players feel that using a modern controller on classic games means losing something from the experience. This is where companies like8BitDocome in, offering an authentic retro experience with its line-up of controllers that suit the retro aesthetic. At 27% off, the King of Fighters edition of the controller is a steal.
The 8BitDo NeoGeo controller got high marks when it wasreviewedby Dexerto, receiving praise for its satisfyingly clicky microswitches on the 8-way D-pad and excellent build quality. The controller can work withWindowsPCs,Androiddevices, the NeoGeo Mini console, and even the Raspberry Pi.
High-quality retro experience
The controller is remarkably light at only 115g, making it ideal to bring along with you on long trips, especially with a battery life of up to 30 hours. The controller can be used wireless over 2.4G or Bluetooth, or plugged in using the included USB-C cable, which also acts as the charging cable.
The size, shape, and button layout of the controller means that this controller is a good choice for fans of the SNES, as it has much in common with that controller as well. With its top bumper buttons and four face buttons, the controller can handle anything from the NES era right up to non-dual-shock PS1 games.
With 27% off the usual price, this controller is an absolute bargain for retro and emulation fans, who will get to enjoy retro titles accompanied by the pleasing clicking of micro switches.
Rebecca Hills-Duty was a Tech Writer on Dexerto’s UK Team, specializing in PC components, VR, AMD, Nvidia and Intel. She has previously written for UploadVR and The Escapist, hosts a weekly show on RadioSEGA and has an obsession with retro gaming.
