Wireless Freedom for Xbox/PC [8BitDo Arcade Stick 2023]
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 1 ก.ค. 2024
- 8Bitdo is back at it with their super popular arcade stick but this time for Xbox One and Series consoles. There are few key changes compared to the Nintendo Switch Arcade Stick from 8BitDo so let's check it out.
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Note: I say "wireless headset" in the video but i meant "wired".
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0:00 Intro
0:34 Stick and Buttons
1:34 Size, Shape
2:25 Wireless
3:02 Headset port
3:56 2 Extra Buttons
5:11 Profile Switching
5:35 Quick Button Swapping
6:49 Easier For Modding
8:13 Usb Port Design change
8:38 Issues
9:31 How to Improve
11:18 Xbox and Unlicensed Controllers
11:45 TL;DR summary
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I bought one the other day, for my Xbox Series X. I modded the gate to an octagon one. The wireless works like a charm and everything boots right up. I get slaughtered online in SF6, but it's still fun. (Update...It works great on Tekken 8)
Best purchase I made for my series x and various emulators
I can confirm it works on the Raspberry Pi's as well, even if not advertised to.. Love it.
(with the included dongle)
I'm on a fightboard mx now, but when I was using the 8bitdo I had a cutting board and then a lapboard for like a laptop underneath it. It really helped support the thing, especially with a wider stance
I got the switch version, works on both PC and Switch extremely well. Since I am not super serious player, this wireless capability really saves me.
this size is good to carry around and the button layout and stick space is perfect, te stick size you can never go wrong with this layout, F700 from mayflash is going towards that path
For being wireless and the price it’s really good wish it had front plexi glass panel for custom artwork. 😢
Y though? I'm genuinely curious, you'll only see it a few times until it goes unnoticed and you and I know nobody else will see it, maybe farm a few karma points on r/fightsticks and that's it.
I don't like xbox series xs fightpads, but I like others that are not related to xbox. How can I connect my favorite stick that is not partner with xbox.
@@wonderman6210 u cant
Yes, it is done. I'm playing a hitbox on my Xbox s/s 😍 right now.
Magic-x adapter.
I bought this for my Xbox!!! A lot of fun
The switch version comes with normal screws as well now.
Very helpful video. Thanks so much!
Picked one up New $75 and grabbed a Odin V2 Drop in WASD to turn it into a Mixbox. You can angle the drop in so the other buttons are more ergonomic now. Solid for platformers and fighting games now on xbox.
Is it hard to convert to wasd?
@@desertfalcon2024it’s not. They are all plug and play by Omni Arcade.
@@desertfalcon2024 it was drop in, plug and play. easy to swap the WASD in
Hey, great video. Thanks for keeping me informed. 😀
The black version looks dope!
the issue with lever flicking back to the opposing direction is called "snap back" it happens to official gamecube controllers without adding a capacitor
i am not a big fan of the arcade stick so i modded my 8bitdo with a CardiMod WASD and CardiMod Thumb up. works perfect!
Thanks for all your work! Which leverless would you suggest to buy for a first experience? If I build it by my self, would it have some lag issue or not?
I picked up the Snackbox Micro over a year ago and have been really happy with it
I just got my 8bit do last week. Excellent quality and great for a new firstt time fight stick owner. OR if you want a smaller stick with easier access. This is the only fightstick that I own that has a headset. That alone was worth it. Otherwise-everything else in this video is spot on. I will add that the joypad/joystick switch does work now....but its still not explained what it does.
I think "joystick mode" is actually switching the mapping from the dpad to the left analogue. With how older PlayStation type controllers you could do something similar by mapping the dpad inputs to the left stick by pressing the analogue button.
Yep, it's for games that cannot be controlled with the D-pad and only supports analogue sticks (the left one usually). Like, the new POP game.
I just thought if you could use this stick with xbox 360 and a Brook Wingman XB? I know this worked with the switch version just not sure if it would work with this one.
I use the Nintendo/ PC one. I play old Arcade games & SF6. For the money I spent on, I had tons of hours of fun. Really recommend getting one if you're on a low budget.
I just want to add that there's a new version of the switch 8bitdo now in circulation that now has normal crosshead screws in the outer case that are much easier to remove
Been looking into this one and the HORI Fighting Stick alpha for xbox the Hori one is 200 tho, for unlicensed controller I haven't had issues with the mayflash f500
I just bought f500 it arrives tomorrow. I was looking at this 8bitdo one but then I realized it’s the exact same one for like $80. It’s $120 because Xbox says so to use it on Xbox
Excellent video, do you know what connector I need to install a Sanwa JLX-TP-8YT Joystick on this 8Bitdo Arcade Stick for Xbox.
I just ordered this and I hope I will not regret it, my very first arcade stick btw...
Same 🔥
So, how it's been? Did you liked?
I had the Nintendo version and was pretty impressed with it until it died after several months of infrequent use, but I'm going to assume that my bad experience in that regard is an outlier.
The main issue I had with the 8BitDo Arcade Stick before it died was that during intense play sessions, it moved around on my desk to the point where my hand position for the lever was thrown off. I doubt the Xbox version is any heavier, so that might be something to keep in mind. Not everybody is going to be as calm and measured with their lever inputs as Nihongo Gamer.
But it is good to hear that the Xbox version is easier to modify. I wouldn't say that the Nintendo version is hard to modify. But making it easier to swap out the buttons is a welcome change.
And I definitely agree that 8BitDo should make a bigger version of this stick. I replaced my dead 8BitDo Arcade Stick with a Mayflash F500 (transferring the Sanwa parts I had modded into the 8BitDo Arcade Stick to that one) and I'll never go back to that smaller size. The F500's size is so much nicer.
Totally agree about the hand position thing pushing the lever position off. I mentioned it in my review of the Nintendo version linked in the description :)
Being Xbox compatible, is the stick a potentiometer so you get all 360 degrees or is it more a classic arcade 4/8 clicky direction stick ?
Fyi they use philips screws in the switch one now too
Oh nice! That’s good to know because even though I have torx screwdrivers I kinda hate them
The ergonomics thing is a huge issue I feel. Like sure maybe you and use it for a while, but over time, putting you wrist like that will probably lead to serious issues.
I think, the smaller the controller is, the more tilted sideway the buttons need to be to feel comfortable. They don't necessarily need to be more distanced
What parts should i get for modding im very new and i jus purchased mine
Your ergonomics issue just made me realize that I may have developed an unorthodox button hand position. I’m actually comfortable with that staggered layout because I actually use my thumb to hit the LK button (I actually use my thumb on the bottom row of buttons and the corresponding finger on the top row to do a xP+xK button combination). Doing it that way eliminates the need to twist the wrist like you showed. Considering that I’ve only used budget, non-moddable sticks since the 90s (which pretty much all of them shared this staggered button layout on a narrow body), I can understand why I developed my possibly-weird hand position style.
There may be some confusion here. The button layout itself on the 8bitdo is totally fine. It’s more or less similar to the vewlix layout used in many arcades. The issue for me, ergonomically, is that when placed in a balanced position on the lap, the entire layout is too far to the left to be comfortable. Using thumb to press LK is quite common I think
If you are using this stick with 5 pin hitbox converter, the difference between joystick mode and gamepad mode emerges. On joystick mode, if you press left and right you will be on normal but on gamepad mode character will walk to the right. If you press up and down on joystick mode you will be normal again but on gamepad mode, character will jump. Also on joystick mode, RSB and LSB inputs don't work. If there are other differences, I dont know what they are. If anyone knows it, please inform us. :) I use this arcade stick with hitbox converter on Xbox and I am very happy with it.
Awesome thanks!
I think it depends on the game/app. The idea being that if the game detects you are using an arcade stick, the developer can load a more arcade stick friendly button layout if the default controller layout doesn't translate well to stick. Probably not too relevant in fighting games, but could be useful in other types of games. Although I can't say I have played a game that utilizes this feature yet.
Plus controller mode will allow support in games/apps that don't support joysticks. For instance after modding my arcade stick I loaded up a gamepad tester app to make sure all my buttons were working. But the app would not recognize it in arcade stick mode, only in controller mode. Although it seems like if a game/app purposefully prohibits the use of arcade sticks, then the xbox won't allow you to use it in either mode. Although 360 games don't seem set up for this and seem to always work in controller mode.
Granted grain of salt and all that, as I have only done very limited testing, these are just my preliminary observations/conjecture.
This or the mayflash f500 elite? They are both the same price.
Look like a great stick. For the headphones, you could always get a 90 degree 3.5mm adapter. They are super cheap and should fix the issue for you.
Yes, but this is a review about the product out of the box and what to expect. Design wise it could be avoided altogether just by putting the headset jack on the side instead.
@@NihongoGamer could you please try it if it's working with xbox 360?
Nice review but I’m kinda confused by your criticism about the ergonomics of the buttons placement. It looks like a standard vewlix layout. Exactly the same as many arcade sticks that uses the vewlix layout.
The issue is the size of the stick. If the stick were bigger you could shift the buttons to the right but on the 8bitdo shifting the buttons to the right would cause the stick to be balanced only your right leg. If you play on a desk this is less of an issue
I have a question, I previously played on Hori Fighting Edge without modification, this stick is better after taking it out of the box, but there is 1 problem, It seems to me that there are more lag on Xbox compared to the controller, can someone confirm?
You hold the stick's ball between your pinky and ring finger...?
Mayflash adapters will still work on Xbox.
How do you remap the buttons on console?
Just bought this yesterday, you can probably guess why. As far as ergonomics, couldn't you just remap the primary buttons to a more comfortable position?
Both an Xbox and switch user here. Surely there is an adapter that connects the Xbox version to the switch?
How does it compare to similarly priced Mayflash sticks?
I’m actually testing some at the moment :)
4:44 Jin Mains.
is there a way to have a d-pad setting programmed on an arcade stick, something like press a switch to change 4 buttons into arrows and then press the same switch to get back the default setting?
Which four buttons? You can use the custom profile on this 8bitdo arcade stick to do that but you’d have to set the normal action buttons or the LSB/RSB buttons as directions
Wish gamer finger buttons were still available 😢
8BitDo should get to work on a wireless arcade stick controller for the PS5.
They have one for anything js regular bluetooth but u can get a dongle for the ps5
Is posible to use one of them for all ?
my only complaint is it isn't BT capable. doesnt work on switch or my ipad :(
@nihongogamer could you consider playing the beta for Undernight in birth 2 and upload some gameplay to your FG channel?
Haha perfect timing. Literally just posted it here
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just use a right angle headphone adapter
We really don’t have that many official licensed stick for Xbox series X|S compared to xbox1. Even though xbox1 controllers/sticks are compatible, you can hardly find them brand new. For now you probably can only get the Diaja for premium, hori alpha for mid range, and 8 bit do for entry(if we’re counting official licensed only). No more hori RAPV, Razer Atrox, no more killer instinct, doa, dbfz, tekken7, soul calibur6 special edition sticks. Hopefully we get more options in the future.
Yeah there should be more options!
Why do you look so familiar? Do you host tournaments?
Cant pin point you. Great review by the way mate
One thing i wamna bring up. When i bought this for modification, i ran into issues just getting into the damn thing. The screws are really tight on from the factory, and on my first one i stripped the screws on the case from tryong to get into it. I ended getting another and it worked out ok, but now I'm running into the issue of getting the screws on the lever off so i can take it out of the controller. Also, be forwarned that the wiring for the joystick is different than the original version and you'll either need to splice or solder in a new stick for it to work.
Good to know! Screws were fine on mine thankfully.
I don't mean to victim-blame here, but stripped screws are almost always from using the wrong size bit. Maybe you had a size or two too small so it wasn't a tight fit and it slipped. A low quality screw with cheap/soft metal can cause problems too but if using the right size bit, shouldn't be too much of a problem still. I used to have occasional issues stripping screws until I got less lazy about it. You want the biggest bit that fits. It's worth checking for the best fitting one you have even if it takes a bit longer just to prevent possible damage.
@@SoundToxin fair enough, I am limited in my tools so
@@NihongoGamer update: yeah no I wasn't an idiot. There's a major QC issue with the screws, and a bunch of Amazon reviewers had issues with that and the wiring for the stick. I'm still trying to mod the darn thing and it's been almost 3 months since I got it lol
I been using it since release is a great controller, but I don't know how to take it to tournaments😅
If you take it to tournaments you’ll need to check that they use Xbox/pc or get a converter to use it on PlayStation
@@NihongoGamer any branding in particular that is considered good? I fear delay and stuff
Just buy the switch one and a brook adapter
it’s more difficult to mod the stick than the switch version.this version requires a solder since it uses a different pin connector than the other version
I wouldnt recommend due to input lag. Wired is the best after all if you want the best performance possible 😅
It’s the same as the $80 one. People keep talking about the Xbox tax. Well it does exist but it’s really Xbox taxing their customers for the availability to use a product on their system.
how to pair up to iPad ?
Isn't the Nintendo version also compatible with PC?
Yes!
Does anyone know of an arcade stick with the lever on the right side?
They have cheap diy kits on major shopping websites where you can use the face panel upside down, which gives you what you desire.
6:40 That button sets the stick to d-pad or left analog stick.
I love how a wireless arcade stick was reviewed and Latency was not mentioned at all. What's the millisecond number, in fighting games lag is a major issue and not once it was spoken about
It uses a 2.4ghz receiver. They show little to no input lag, unlike Bluetooth.
I love how you cry so much.
is there a leverless arcade for xbox? that is licensed by xbox
Not that I know of, yet
This dude is full of cap bro.. I used to Rock with him, but the paid TE3 video, and more this saying the lever is tournament ready and can’t tell the difference between them and sanwas … lies..
I’ve owned it, its lever is like stiring instant potatoes,, and not accurate like that. And missing the Xbox version requires a few extra steps than the original switch version. Wireless in this though is pretty good can’t lie.
Will there ever be a PS5 version?
Hopefully!
Modding the buttons may be easier on this version of this 8BitDo arcade stick, but from what I've heard, modding the stick is harder than it was on the Switch version. Unfortunate. Everything else about this arcade stick looks otherwise great.
Really? I didn’t try modding the lever because if felt fine to me
@@NihongoGamer Well, I prefer to have WASD- or Mixbox-style buttons instead of an actual stick. That said, I haven't heard anything negative about this new 8bitdo's stick itself, so if you're someone who prefers stick, then more power to you. This would be a great choice.
@@brightsuperstitionit’s over priced for Xbox licensing. Same one as the universal for $30-$40 less. Also there isn’t enough room for your stick hand. Plenty of things wrong with this stick.
my aliexpress hitbox has just stopped working due to banning 3rd party controllers so I am kind of forced to buy this, hope its gonna work out
considering buying one just for the pcb and use it into my controller.
What about PlayStation?
Choice is already plenty
Frustrating, surely they could incorporate Switch into this too.
I’ve never seen officially licensed products that work on both so I assume part of the licensing process is locking the device to only one console.
for now, 3rd party controllers and whatnot should just plug into an existing controller. Pain, but it works and it is relatively easy.
Who will know if you playing with macros online? Well, no human can repeat combo for hundred times with a per frame precision. So after 100 usage, server will know for sure that you are using "soft" :|
The problem is how will it be punished? Fighting community is not so big at all, and we not starting to count how many players each game has, so doing something like punishments for macros will be nonproductive for publishers and devs :\ What's why we will be playing against people who cant even use their arms and fingers :(
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I mean, cool and all but, this is what microsoft was doing. Shutting down unofficial stuff and forcing us to buy things like this.
software for pc so shity on xbox ver. nintendo edition better fop pc
Microsoft and Sony can suck one. Never buying their overpriced garbage that screws over owners of preexisting controllers.
Microsoft didn't make this tho its made by a company named 8bitdo who makes controllers this one is just officially xbox branded