If the Switch’s Joy-Cons were already too small for you, these controllers will challenge all your fine motor skills.
8BitDo is known for its affordable as well as pretty Bluetooth controllers, which sometimes come along in retro chic. Now the manufacturer is launching what is probably the most compact controller you’ve ever seen.
The (Micro)christened pusher is intended for Nintendo Switch and Android cell phones.
Small, but with 16 buttons
There’s not much in the ultra-compact micro.The manufacturer claims the controller, which is smaller than the palm of your hand, weighs a svelte 25 grams.
For comparison, the Nintendo Switch’s Joy-Cons weigh 50 grams – per pusher.
But there’s a lot to the ultra-compact micro.A whopping 16 buttons have been screwed onto the gamer pill by 8BitDo. These include:
- D-Pad
- A, B, X, and Y buttons
- Four shoulder buttons
- Plus and minus buttons
- Start and Select buttons
- 3-way sliders
- Pairing button
In addition, the controller has a USB-C port that can be used to charge the Micro or for wired gaming. The battery holds 180 mAh and is supposed to provide around ten hours of gaming fun.
It should also be mentioned: The manual of the Micro points out that it lacks Gyro, Rumble, IR, NFC and player LEDs in contrast to Joy-Cons – it also cannot wake up the Switch. Furthermore, without a joystick, it is only conditionally suitable for 3D games.
Price and availability
You can pre-order the mini-controller now via Amazon or the manufacturer’s website for around 20 Euros. The micro-pusher is available in blue and green. According to 8BitDo, the delivery will start on September 8.
8BitDo launches a Bluetooth controller that fits comfortably in the palm of your hand and still comes with 16 buttons. Does this make sense to you or were the Joy-Cons of the Switch already too small? Do you consider the Micro a nice gimmick or can you really imagine using it for gaming on the go? Leave your opinions below!
