As much as we love 8BitDo’s wireless controllers and gamepads, including the highly customizable 8BitDo Pro 2, our biggest complaint with them to date has been a lack of support for Apple devices. But as of today, that changes, as a new software update for many of 8BitDo’s wireless controllers finally makes them compatible with iPhones, iPads, Macs, and even Apple TV.
Previously, all of 8BitDo’s wireless controllers and gamepads were only compatible with PCs, Android devices, and the Nintendo Switch. Even the 8BitDo Ultimate Controller, a wireless update to the company’s Ultimate Wired Controller for the Xbox Series S & X, only worked with PC, the Nintendo Switch and Android mobile devices, which was unfortunate as it quickly became one of our favorite third-party controller options.
And while Apple might not be an industry leader when it comes to AAA gaming, the company is finally making a more concerted effort to embrace gaming on its various devices. The Apple Arcade subscription service features many titles akin to what you’ll find on other platforms like the Switch, and Apple added official support for Xbox and PlayStation wireless controllers through software updates to its various devices a few years ago. 8BitDo finally adding Apple support to its controllers feels a little late to the game, but it’s definitely a case of being better late than never.
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