I finally found it! (8BitDo SN30 Pro Review)
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- Опубликовано: 23 окт 2023
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THIS is the famous 8BitDo SN30 pro controller! I’ve heard so many good things about this thing, as I’m sure you probably have too, and I finally pulled the trigger and bought one of my own. And now the question that you’re probably asking is, what does TechDweeb think of the 8bitdo SN30 pro? Well, I’ll tell you. That’s… kinda what I do, if you haven’t noticed.
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It is an excellent controller. One thing worth mentioning is that it is one of the few controllers that Analogue guarantees to work with the Pocket Dock, and it works very well for that purpose. It also packs flat and is easier to transport in smaller bags. If you stack them inverted on top of each other, they can protect each other while taking up about the same space as an Xbox One controller or similar. It works fairly well with the Steam Deck as well, but it does require some fiddling with it because it can accept so many types of input. If you enable the A-B swap, it will automatically reconfigure most controls to the printed layout on the controller. If not, you can always move things around using Steams excellent controller interface. Anyways, that's enough obscure details. Nice review. I hope this helps someone.
Also, get well soon TD.
This channel has so much personality, keep it coming!
About to order one! Thanks for the shout out in the credits! 🤘🤘
Man if you like this you should try the SN30 Pro 2. It’s this controller combined with modern ergonomics. Still get that retro feel but can use it with modern games too.
Can confirm the Pro 2 is amazing. It is my main controller for Switch and Deck, modern and retro. Love it. You'd love it, TD!
ooh Same here! If I'm using the sticks, I go back and forth on preferring the sn30 pro2 or the proController on my switch. For a D-pad, the sn30pro2 is hands down the better choice. I did just pick up the 8bitdo lite (no sticks) for nintendo switch online games and it is GREAT for Tetris and Mario 3.
Sadly my SN30 Pro +'s rechargeable batteries decided to die on me. Ended up having to buy those rechargeable AA batteries which is still and actually an okay replacement. Been using it for more than 2 years now with modified joysticks since the old one melted out due to sweat I guess.
Edit: I think I have the non-2 version. Maybe they upgraded the batteries on the newer ones?
Patrick, if you don't mind it, you can use the SN30 wired too, I do with my switch. No charging to worry about and seems to have less latency, not that there was much to begin with but less accidental hiccups from Bluetooth. I removed the rechargeable battery pack from both of mine, makes them lighter for longer sessions that way too.
I do have an 8Bitdo Pro 2, but what is an SN30 Pro 2? I’ve searched high an low and cannot find it.
Can confirm. These controllers are great! Got a Joker combo, I.E. a purple and a green SN30 Pro (I'm a sucker for any colorful translucent gaming gear), and they work great with my Retrobat hard drive, and now my Retropie. Played hours of Sega Genesis Starflight and loved every minute of it...
The dopamine drip of see-through electronics of the 90s contunues strong :)
My first console was the SNES and I've always gone back to it somehow. I've used this controller for a couple years now and it brought so much extra joy while playing the new Ninja Turtles Game and other new retro-style beat 'em ups. Cool to see you review it!
Hopefully 8Bitdo will release a 2.4g version of this controller with minimal latency, since the blue tooth version has just a bit too much Looks like I'll have to settle for the Wired USB SN30 Pro(GameBoy version) instead for the time being. 8Bitdo has such a confusing and weird mix matching line of controllers.
They also have the SN30 2.4g wireless snes controller, which would of been perfect, but it only works with the original SNES and not Switch. Won't even bother with what Retro-Bit has. their controllers are usually second rate, with the exception of their 6 button genesis clone controller which is an easy 10/10.
This controller looks sick and I'm very tempted to get it, I'll probably pick it up once I spot a discount. Thanks for the review Dweeb!
I love that controller! I own two, so I can play with friends and my wife.
I didn’t realise Donald Trump was into gaming 🤣
So when you get sick and your voice changes a little you sound more nerdy and love it!!
This controller is great for retro games. There's something about that form factor in comparison to more modern designs.
Glad your starting to feel better ❤ take it easy
And a belated get well soon to you, good sir.
I’ve had one of these babies for about 3 years now and its my go to for literally everything when i need it. Feels amazing for mario wonder right now too 😊
I love this controller i have 3 in the snes color scheme and 2 in the super famicom color scheme and they're great, I also have the non pros for when i don't want the analog sticks, great vid!
I love this controller. I own three~
I have one of those and your take is spot on as far as what I use it for. It's my go to retro gaming stick. However, my special lady friend has seized it as her own. Good thing she leaves every so often. I'm glad you're feeling better, buddy.
I'm glad I got one with the SNES colors before they stopped making those, I love it. Also have a pro 2 for more modern stuff and I think it's more comfortable for longer sessions
I love this controller. It's my go-to for Super Mario Bros Wonder and the Live A Live remake.
Got the 8bitdo Neo Geo CD pad recently too which is amazing. They make good stuff.
How’s the size compared to a iPhone 12 Pro Max?
You know what I wish they made another of? The Steam Controller. It was a great PC oriented controller
100%
They should release a controller based on the Deck design and call it the Steam Port.
I decided to get the Pro 2 for the Switch/PC and the SN30 for emulation. Just feels right to have the joysticks with the ergonomics and then the classic feel for the older games.
Any controller drift yet?
@@virusje01 None that I've noticed, although I'm not playing classics all the time but it's lasted me for a little over a year, I believe, so far.
I just picked one of these up a couple days ago! I've had the 8bitdo Pro 2 for a while, and absolutely love them, but I feel like the SN30 just fits with these retro games. Really scratches that nostalgia itch for me.
What's more comfortable though?
@@DrGreenThumbNZL I find them both comfortable, but the Pro 2 is probably comfortable for longer and more intense sessions.
I myself am a fan of retro videogames, so I bought an 8Bitdo SN30 Pro+ gamepad controller 4 years ago, and I have not regretted the purchase.
I also like the D-Pad, the two analog sticks and the two pairs of trigger buttons on this retro-style controller. 😃
I've played through a bunch of Sonic rom hacks and an indie game (Ori and the Will of the Wisps), it was great to play with that controller. 😊
I am planning to buy a wired version of the newer variant called SN30 Pro 2. 🙂
Got one on order. Never got to experience the Snes(I'm 23) but always liked retro tech.
This is going on my Christmas wish list
I bought two of these years ago when the were not the Pro. Came with some keychains and nice packaging. I charge them once a year, lol. Great controllers. I need to fire up the Pi tonight and get some nostalgia going!
I bought 2 of the transparent green versions of this controller for my 4TB hard drive you had a vid on a few months ago.. still haven't used them lol.. damn work..
The timing of this video is wild. I just ordered one of the transparent ones on Amazon earlier today because they are 20% off right now with coupon.
I love the controllers that this company makes. My favorit being the 8bitdo pro 2.
Hi TD! That stinks that you were sick. I hope you are having a better day today 😀 I went with the sn30 pro2. I was looking for more flexibility when I got it and I've been happy with it both on my switch and PC. I also really like that when the rechargeable battery comes with dies I can use rechargeable AA batteries, and to be fair 8bitdo is pretty good about selling replacement parts 😀.
Also my favorite gamepad. Good pick!
Thanks man I love your content. You should do a retroid pocket flip review!
I have one! It's in the works!
@@TechDweeb Oh awesome! I’m super pumped for it!!
Definitely a great controller! I picked it up about 5 months ago, great for my gamecube and Snes!
awesome vid get well soon
Love your videos TechDweeb, very funny.
I was wondering how the chromecast 4K would fare in regards to retro gaming.
Do you have any plans to make a video regarding this ?
I have the snes one. Love it! Nice and small to pack.
I use the Pro2 and absolutely love the Playstation-esque feel of it.
Looks cool!
I love this controller. Then again, I love most of what 8BitDo releases, as they make awesome products.
I like the old ones they don't sell anymore with the slanted Start and Select buttons and has the original SNES colors. The analog stick version I can do without, though. But I do have one of those as well.
I use my SN30 Pro for everything. Playing new AAA games on my PC, Switch and emulating stuff on my Android phone. Works great.
This controller is great. Very responsive and perfect for old school games. My only complaints are the Y and A buttons are a little stretched outwards. Which is noticeable when playing for example MegaMan X when charging your charge shot and dash jumping. And the analogs should not be there. I tried them for modern games and this controller is not meant for that at all. Other than that this controller feels and plays premium. I love it
I love the sn30pro i have grey and transparent green, i cant believe you didnt have one yet! I use it for ps2 roms the most
I love the look and feel of this controller but was completely let down by the D-Pad, which erroneously inserts up or down inputs into my left and right inputs if pressed even slightly off-centre, particularly when switching between them quickly. This was such a common issue for this model that there are several guides on how to internally mod it (with tape or page protector circle stickers) to correct these false inputs. I eventually resorted to the mod, which was mostly successful in correcting the inputs, with the expense that pressing the DPad is quite a lot more firm than it was originally. Resultingly, this controller only tends to get used when I travel and want something small but full-featured to pack away. To be honest, I find the DPad on the Xbox Series Controller to be a lot better, even though it's not a "classic" style controller. I now use an actual OG SNES controller connected to a low-latency daemonbite adapter for classic style input... it's not wireless, but it's hard to beat the originals. Or, if I really want wireless, I reach for the 8bitDo M30 2.4ghz model - this is more a Saturn clone type of controller, and having 6 buttons feels a bit a strange for SNES type games, but otherwise has performed faultlessly and with very low latency for me.
I have its bigger brother the 8bitdo Pro2 and that is absolutely my favorite controller, I use it for everything. That one does have the analog triggers vs this one.
I had the gb one, but after sometime, the pcb was faulty so i bought the SFC one, i put the gb dpad on it and it was amazing.
I have the older SN30 Pro that looks just like the SNES controllers, and it's a shame they still don't offer that version as well. I'm guessing because they got sued since I can't find the SFC version either. I should have bought more of them when they still had them for sale. Regardless, it's excellent. I might even say the sticks are better than the official Switch Pro controller, and obviously... the D-Pad is perfect.
I got the European snes edition (SF30 Pro)
And I love it, great for portability and extremely useful (I use it on PC and in my phone)
8Bitdo has improved a lot during the years
pretty late for a review of this device, but its absolutely worth it... i got the Sn30 Pro aswell and i love it... for what i do (playing retro games on a tablet when i travel) its aboslutely perfect... there is nothing i could wish to improve or so...
I got the wired one, been my favourite pad ever since. I mostly play retro and indie.
I have the 8bitdo Pro 2 and it has been great for retro games. It's basically this + some PSX thrown in. I think all controllers of this brand are very good.
I own the Sn30 Pro, the Pro 2, and the Ultimate controller. Fucking love them
On the go controller, this one is unbeatable. For Xbox replacement, the SN30Pro plus or one of the Ultimate controllers from 8bitdo too. For me, the SN30Pro + is all that I need.
If you want the home button and turbo mode to work fine with Retroarch under Windows, connect it using the d-input mode.
Hey TechDweeb. Thank you for this review. I've been looking for this kind of controller for my Odin 2 to carry it with in my travel bag and I would like to ask you can you propose some good substances from the market that I could consider before buying 8bitdo?
Greetings from Poland. Cheers!
This is my favorite controller. I also bought the wired varieties.
I have tried many bluetooth controllers over the years but 2 years ago i bought myself this very 8bitdo controller and it has since become my go to controller for emulation...
Surprised it took you so long to get it, welcome to the best controller!! Tho the xbox version made for Android is technically a little better, exact same controller but with analog triggers
I just bought the "boring" gray and black one...waiting to get it from Amazon. Personally, I think it's the coolest color scheme..
Haha. I kid I kid. It's cool.
Hehe..I kid as well. Can't wait to get it, and play some Wonder!
Easily, the SN30 Pro is my favorite controller at the moment, too. I dare not dream of the SN30 Pro +. If you get a chance, review the 8BitDo M30. Perfect for Sega Saturn and Genesis emulation. Works well, with SNES and GBA, as well.
It's an excellent controller. I ordered one of these and the NSO Snes controller at the same time, specifically since reddit and tiktok have a huge audience of anti-8bitdo commenters that keep saying 8bitdo controllers are junk. (Which I don't get - I own one of almost everything they'd ever made and it's all been quality hardware.)
I'm still fascinated that people think the NSO controller is better. They got the dpad completely wrong and it doesn't feel like the original SNES pads at all. Meanwhile the 8bitdo, while not a perfect replica either, gets much closer and just feels better to use in the dpad department. Also the buttons feel better as well - The NSO pad is mushy and weird. They even both have equal levels of "accidental diagonals".
The 8bitdo definitely wins for me.
This form factor actually makes for a compelling "portable/handheld" experience if used with a phone. I remember when 5-inch phones were apparently too large in the early-mid 2010s and at that time a lot of joypad makers got one of those small-sized joypads that included compact phone holders and generally had the base arrangement of buttons (Samsung Gamepad, anyone?)
Now that Android handheld consoles are a thing, I'm a bit surprised that people who don't use these only recommend one of those bulky regular console joypads when smaller (But not tiny like the Zero/Micro/Lite) pads can actually fit with the phone itself in a small pouch. I had the N30 Pro back in 2017 (When the Switch support was just rolling out) Of course the D-pad was an infamous issue but it otherwise was comfortable to hold.
If the X and Y buttons were white it would be a neat reference to the super game boy controller.
This is my go-to controller for portable gaming OR specifically retro gaming. This is my mario kart controller, my super mario world controller, my tetris controller, and I even use it paired with my phone for streaming my PC games.
It's an awesome controller!
brought it for my switch, kept it for my iPad, I love this thing, but I mostly use a wireed SN30 Pro 2 these days with my PC
I love this controller 🎮
I really like the 8bitdo Lite controller for retro games (no joysticks). It's really good and maybe look into it!😊
I want a light controller to carry in my bag, I think this would be great to play during my lunch time.
i bought this for my meta quest 3 as its slimeline and fits nicely in my carry case. my other BT xbox controller to big for its carry case
Welcome to the club
I love this controller. I use it on my Macbook and Switch, but it has a minor catch. You can’t use the gyroscope in XBox mode.
I got me the 8bitdo M30 not to long ago. Basically it's a Genesis/Saturn style sega 6 button controller layout but with a couple of added shoulder buttons. No analog sticks and shares the issue with this that it doesn't have analog triggers. But it's got the killer dpad so it's great for fighters and platformers. Personally always thought the sega controllers were way better than the nintendo ones. It was a big part of why I was more into sega systems. I had both but liked the feel of playing on sega controllers more. That continued on. It's why I played more xbox than playstation.
Thanks for the review, I just ordered one to play all the retro games on the Delta app on my "Apple crap" 😂🤣
You can 3D print or buy a grip to make it more ergonomic for modern gaming! One controller to rule them all…
Im considering this as my steamdeck controller when i dock it
I've been using one of these alongside my steam deck for a bit now, I really hate the steam decks controller layout and buttons for some kinds of games. It's so pocketable and reasonably comfortable for its size. I love it to death.
Dang I remember when I bought the 8bitdo SN30 Pro and SN30 Pro + during the covid pandemic it did well on different fighting games.
Im wondering in trying this for assassins creed black flag or Red dead 😅
I used to have the 8bitdo FC30 Pro, which is basically the same controller but in the gorgeous red and gold color scheme of the original Famicom controller. I don't think 8bitdo does any controller in this look anymore, even though I think it was their most aesthetically pleasing ever. I was heartbroken when the micro USB port on mine broke, rendering it unusable.
i still have my SF30 Pro with the SNES colorings that they discontinues. still the best controller for me. bought a 3d printed handle so it would be shaped like the Pro2
Yes yes yes this is just making this so much easier to choose. Looking to go for tomb raider but don't really like the Xbox layout.
Omg I'm finally ahead of the curve on something great compared to you TD! I've been using the 8BitDo SN30 Pro+ though, because I like the added grip handles and it combines one more classic console aspect to it. The feel of Playstation 1 with its grip, D-pad, dual stick layout. I also have the Gameboy colorway because its the best one, and I have the all black. Thinking about getting the SNES colorway that has the purple buttons too. Got them for my Switch and ecstatic that I did. Over 2 years of heavy use on both, and neither have developed stick drift, or any issue!
@9:50 A Retro Modern game (Doom Eternal) played with a Retro Modern Controller (the SN30Pro) o_0. Vintage futuristic catharsis!
I've had one for a while. I like it a lot. I use it at work. My only gripe is CODM doesn't support it lol
Can you review the Nitro Deck?
I love mine.. I got the one without the thumbsticks and only the 2 shoulder buttons... but there is just some games for the NES were you want the buttons side by side... Blaster Master being one of them... ive yet to use a different layout that also worked for these types of games. Remapping B & A to Y & B helps, but its just not the same.
Am I alone on this?
Battery was great in the beginning but will only last for around 2 years. When I open it up, the battery ballooned up. And I got replacement battery on AliExpress, not a perfect fit but it works. The fix requires soldering. Got one of the old Super Famicon color version which they no longer make. The right R bumper button, the rubber membrane tore. So I no longer get a click. Still works but not the same as the L button.
I was hoping for a comparison with the Pro+ or Pro 2 (I have the Pro 2). Have you tried either of those?
I bought the 8bitdo sn30 pro to use on my super console x and it works well. I still use it on the 8bit games. I did notice for me personally it is kinda small and can be a little hard to use the shoulder buttons with it. I am a big guy and have big hands and "sausage fingers". The controller is very high quality and works amazing on the scx. I would recommend it to anyone.
I’ve been wanting a controller for my RUclips studio setup for a while, I just have a tiny one. I wonder if this is the one for me. Also, I am soooo sad we didn’t get a sexy Tina Turner episode.
Great content where did you get the mini retro tv from
Gogamegeek, but they don't sell it anymore :.(
Got my original us colored one I paid a premium for, I Fucking love it ❤ ❤❤❤
Can’t wait for 8bitdo n64 controller
getting this for mario RPG so I can relive my childhood
Hey buddy!! Just making sure this controller isn't too awkward with the N64's Z/C buttons and the GameCube controllers layout. I have the 8BIT Minis but this will be new to my collection.
Works fine with those!
@@TechDweeb just came in the mail - love it. Thanks man!!! 🤘
got 3 of them the sf sn and that game boy colour
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You caught me off guard with that abomination 😂😂
WHOAH!!!!!! You didn't tell us this controller comes with a paper accordion?? What was the song that you were playing?
I’ve heard of these controllers but never picked one up myself