Overview
- 8BitDo announced the Ultimate 3E with a $149.99 price and a Q2 2026 launch target, with pre-orders still to be announced.
- Swappable inputs include silicone or micro-switch ABXY modules, two premium metal D-pads, and multiple joystick options such as tall, thick-neck, and dome styles.
- Core hardware features include TMR joysticks with a 12-bit ADC, Hall-effect impulse triggers with two stop levels, and up to 1000Hz polling on PC.
- For Xbox One, Series X|S and Windows PC, the controller uses low-latency 2.4G wireless via an included USB dongle and ships with a wireless charging dock, USB cable, and an accessory pack.
- Coverage reports Bluetooth support for Apple and Android devices, while PC use adds six-axis motion control and RGB “Fire Rings.”