Grab 8BitDo's Latest Retro Controller For 50% Off

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8BitDo spent three years recreating SNK's classic Neo Geo controller.

By Darryn Bonthuys on

Following three years of work, 8BitDo launched the reincarnation of the SNK Neo Geo controller in August. 8BitDo's authentic take on this controller features a compact design, four colorful face buttons, and a retooled version of the original click-style joystick. Compatible with PC, Android, and, naturally, the Neo Geo Mini, 8BitDo's wireless Neo Geo controller is now on sale for a massive discount at Amazon-owned retailer Woot.

Two of the King of Fighters '97-themed models are discounted to only $20 (down from $40). You can choose between the Kyo Kusanagi or Mai Shiranui editions. You should also check out Woot's phenomenal deal on 8BitDo's new Xbox and PC wireless arcade stick.

Amazon's prices for all five of the SNK Neo Geo controllers are listed below. Outside of a 15% discount on the Iori Yagami-themed controller, you'll be paying full price. Needless to say, Woot's promotion is well-worth considering if you're nostalgic for the cool SNK Neo Geo gamepad. 8BitDo controllers in this price range very rarely receive discounts at all.

There are some modern touches here as well, as you'll be able to use the 8BitDo Neo Geo CD controller in both wired and wireless configurations. When it's not tethered to your PC or Neo Geo Mini console--which you can buy for $60 at Amazon--you can connect via low latency 2.4GHz wireless. There's a rechargeable lithium-ion battery installed inside of it, turbo function and button layout swapping, new shoulder buttons, and a redesigned classic click-style joystick that has been out of production for many years now.

«All important details have been captured and remade: the clicky feel, sound, and feeling