A brand new, $26 solderless from 8BitDo can remodel your previous GameCube controller right into a wi-fi Bluetooth machine that works with Nintendo Swap and Android. It’ll additionally work with the unique GameCube, however for that, you’ll have to purchase the $26 too. The mod equipment comes with Corridor Impact joysticks, a set off pack and a chargeable 300mAh battery, which 8BitDo says ought to get you round 6 hours of play time. Pre-orders for the equipment at the moment are open, and it’ll ship September 25.
Introducing the 8BitDo Mod Package for Unique NGC Controller. Simply modify your authentic wired NGC controller right into a Bluetooth controller, carry wi-fi compatibility with Swap and Android. Together with Corridor Impact joysticks and the Set off Pack.
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There are quite a few adapters available on the market that may mean you can use an authentic wired GameCube controller with the Swap, together with 8BitDo’s personal adapter and an official one from Nintendo, however the mod equipment cuts out the intermediary to carry utterly wi-fi Bluetooth connectivity. All you’d have to do is open up the controller and swap the previous PCB with the brand new one.
