Gamers looking to infuse their gaming rigs with a dose of classic console aesthetics can now snag 8BitDo’s eye-catching transparent green Xbox-themed keyboard and mouse at a reduced price.
Score Savings on Retro Xbox Edition Hardware
8BitDo’s recently launched Retro R8 Wireless Gaming Mouse is now available at its first discounted price since its January debut. Priced at $48, down from its original $60, this wireless mouse brings an affordable wave of retro charm to PC, Mac, and Android setups. Joining the mouse in this sale is the Retro 87 Wireless Mechanical Keyboard, now priced at $110 instead of $120. Both of these peripherals are officially licensed by Xbox and meticulously designed to capture the iconic green special-edition look of the original Xbox console.
For those planning to complete the set, the matching 8BitDo Ultimate 3-Mode Controller is slated for release on May 15th. Players interested in further enhancing their gaming setups might also be intrigued by upcoming features like Nintendo Switch 2 mouse control compatibility, promising even greater versatility for modern gaming platforms.
Diving into the 8BitDo Retro 87 Wireless Mechanical Keyboard
Crafted with input from Xbox, the Retro 87 TKL Mechanical Keyboard boasts a striking translucent green shell and vibrant, color-coded directional keys that echo the layout of the original Xbox controller. It also features a dedicated Xbox button that instantly brings up the Xbox overlay menu on Windows.
This mechanical keyboard offers versatile connectivity options, supporting Windows, Mac, and Android through 2.4GHz wireless, Bluetooth, and wired USB-C connections. It also features customizable RGB lighting and offers extensive personalization options via the Ultimate Software V2 app, now also available on macOS. As a bonus, each purchase includes a one-month free trial for new PC Game Pass subscribers.
Exploring the 8BitDo Retro R8 Wireless Mouse Features
The Retro R8 Wireless Mouse sports an ambidextrous design and includes four programmable side buttons, color-coded in Xbox’s signature style. Similar to the keyboard, it connects via Bluetooth, 2.4GHz wireless using a dongle, or a wired USB-C connection.
The package also includes a convenient magnetic charging dock, although the mouse can also be charged directly if needed. Gamers can fine-tune their mouse settings using 8BitDo’s Ultimate Software V2. A one-month PC Game Pass trial is included with the mouse, but it’s important to note that this trial cannot be stacked if you also purchase the keyboard.
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