I wondered if anyone had any experience with a controller that they used while docked? If the 20-30 8bitdo is as good as a one of the premium controllers, id prefer to save some money, since I don’t own a console. If thought I’d ask the community, to see if anyone had any experience to share!
I asked a somewhat similar question last week and got a strong recommendation for the 8BitDo Ultimate Controller.
I love this controller but I find I need to use its phone app to swap the button config from Switch to PC each time I go between, which is annoying. maybe i’m doing it wrong.
The controller supports having three profiles saved to it, are you able to make one of them a switch profile and switch between them?
does it have a mode that enables both gyro and analog triggers? I have a pro+ and you can set it to switch or xbox so you can have gyro or triggers but not both, it’s annoying
The 8BitDo Ultimate controller 2.4ghz version is the best for the steam deck. They released a cheaper version if you don’t need/want the dock. RetroGameCorps has a video comparing all the different versions of this controller since it is a bit confusing.
If you prefer 2D games and primarily use the d-pad then the 8BitDo Pro2 controller is best for this. Note this is only a Bluetooth controller and for fast pace games you will notice some input lag on the steamdeck. I bought a 15ft usb cable to just plug it in and play on the couch. I haven’t tried 8BitDo’s wireless dingle with it to know if this removes the input lag. I might try that this evening to find out.
If you want the gyro you need the bluetooth version since it emulates being a Switch controller.
Looks like their gyro only works on the Switch
It works in Bluetooth mode for anything that supports the switch pro controller (eg steam)