8bitdo Arcade Stick



N30 Arcade Stick FAQ
  1. 8bitdo Arcade Stick Sanwa
  2. 8bitdo Arcade Stick Joystick Replacement
  3. 8bitdo Arcade Stick Mod
  4. Arcade Joystick For Nintendo Switch
  5. 8bitdo Arcade Stick Mod

The one thing that 8bitdo never mentions is that in order to open up the stick to mod it, you need to have a Torx screwdriver, because all the screws on the outside of the stick use small star-shaped Torx screws rather than the more standard Phillips or flathead screws.

  1. 8BitDo Ultimate Software Ultimate software gives you elite control over every piece of your arcade stick: customize button mapping and create macros with any button combination. It even has two dedicated macro buttons (P1/P2). Create controller profiles and switch between them at any time.
  2. October 24, 2017 UPDATE TO MY EARLIER POST: 8bitdo has released a firmware update for the SNES receiver and the 8bitdo arcade stick now pairs and works with the SNES receiver. This means that is now working with my Return 5 as well as my Nintendo switch. Thanks 8bitdo for updating the firmware.
What systems does it work with? Does it auto reconnect to those systems?
  • It works with Switch, Windows, macOS, Android, Raspberry Pi as well as all the devices our retro receivers/adapters support.
  • It does auto reconnect to all the systems mentioned above with the press of START once they have been successfully paired.
Does it work with iPhone, iPad, PS3, PS4, Xbox One, Xbox 360, Wii, Wii U?
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  • No, it does not.

8bitdo Arcade Stick Sanwa

Does the analogue stick here use a octagonal gate or square gate? ?8 ways or 4 ways?
  • It uses a square gate, 4 ways.
  • No, there is not.
Can I connect use two arcade sticks at a time?
  • Yes, you can.
How do I charge the controller? How long does the battery last when fully charged?
  • We suggest you charge it via a phone power adapter.
  • The controller uses 480mAh rechargeable battery with 1-2 hour charging time. The battery can last up to 18 hours when fully charged.

8bitdo Arcade Stick Joystick Replacement

What is the USB port for? Can I use it as a wired arcade stick?
  • The USB port is for power charging and firmware upgrade.
  • You can use it with Switch, Windows, macOS, Android and Raspberry Pi as a wired arcade stick.

8bitdo Arcade Stick Mod

My N30 Arcade Stick does not connect to Switch no matter how many times I have tried. What should I do?

Arcade Joystick For Nintendo Switch

  • This might be caused by there are too many devices connected to your Switch, as one Switch can take up to 10 controllers/devices at a time maximum. Please follow the steps below to fix it:
  • A. Go to ‘System Setting’ on your Switch, then click on ‘Controllers and Sensors’ to disconnect the controllers which are connected to it
  • B. Restart your Switch
  • C. Press and hold Y+START to turn back on the controller. Press PAIR button for 3 seconds
  • D. Go back to ‘System Settings’ and choose ‘Change Grip/Order’ to pair them

8bitdo Arcade Stick Mod

  • It depends on the number of controllers each device can take. Multiple N30 Arcade Sticks can be used at a time.