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8Bitdo M30 Wireless Bluetooth Controller Retro Gamepad - Black

Name: 8Bitdo M30 Wireless Bluetooth Controller Retro Gamepad - Black
Brand: 8Bitdo
SKU: B08FSGT34S

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Bottom line: The 8Bitdo M30 Wireless Bluetooth Controller Retro Gamepad: Genesis-style 6-button face layout suits fighting games and shmups; main trade-off: turbo function does not work on Switch.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ Genesis-style 6-button face layout suits fighting games and shmups
✓ 8-direction Sega-style d-pad with precise diagonal input
✓ Works on Switch, Windows, macOS, Android and Raspberry Pi
✓ About 18 hours of play per charge from a 480mAh battery
✓ Bluetooth plus wired USB-C, with auto reconnect and firmware updates

Cons

✗ Turbo function does not work on Switch
✗ Retro layout lacks the analog sticks that modern 3D games need
✗ Small 147 x 74 x 31mm body may feel cramped in large hands
✗ Full recharge takes 1-2 hours

Manufacturer description

The 8Bitdo M30 is a wireless Bluetooth controller that brings the Sega Genesis and Mega Drive 6-button layout to current hardware. If you play fighting games, shmups or Genesis classics through emulation, the six face buttons line up the way those games were designed, so you don't have to remap shoulder triggers. The 8-direction Sega-style d-pad gives you clean diagonals and lets you tap repeatedly to inch a character sideways. You set turbo per button by holding the button you want and pressing STAR, which saves your thumb in shooters. Turbo is not available on Switch. One controller works…

SpecPicks Verdict

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does the 8Bitdo M30 work with a Raspberry Pi?

Yes. 8Bitdo lists Raspberry Pi as a supported platform, alongside Switch, Windows PC, macOS and Android. It connects over Bluetooth or a wired USB-C cable.

How long does the M30 battery last?

The built-in 480mAh rechargeable Li-ion battery gives about 18 hours of play and takes 1-2 hours to fully charge.

Can I use turbo on Nintendo Switch?

No. To set turbo, you hold the button you want and press STAR, but 8Bitdo notes that turbo does not apply on Switch. It works on the other supported platforms.

Can I play wired instead of over Bluetooth?

Yes. The M30 supports both wireless Bluetooth and a wired USB-C connection, and it reconnects automatically to the last paired device.

How big and heavy is the 8Bitdo M30?

It measures 147 x 74 x 31mm and weighs 115g, about the size of the original Genesis 6-button pad, so it packs easily.

Key Features

【6 Button Layout】We set out to redefine the greatest 6 button controller ever made and bring it into the modern era. We're pleased to introduce M30. Inspired by Sega Genesis & Mega Drive.
【Turbo Function】Hold the button you would like to set turbo functionality to and then press the STAR button to activate/deactivate its turbo functionality. (NOTE: this does not apply to Switch)
【Sega style d-pad】The 8-direction Sega-style d-pad is perfect. You can move slowly to one side by clicking the d-pad repeatedly and easily move in 8 directions.
【Widely Compatible Platform】Switch, PC Windows, MacOS, Android, Raspberry Pi
【Battery Type/Life】480mAh Li-on battery, rechargeable. 18 play hours with 1-2 hours charging time.
【Dimension/Weight】147*74*31mm/115g

Full Specifications

Brand	8Bitdo
Color	Black
Turbo	Yes
Weight	115g
Model Name	M30
Connectivity	Bluetooth, USB-C
Power Source	Battery Powered
Compatibility	PC, Switch, Android, Mac
Button Quantity	6
Connection Type	Wired
Controller Type	Gamepad
Hardware Platform	Android, Nintendo Switch, PC/Mac
Compatible Devices	Android, Mac
Additional Features	Wireless
Connectivity Technology	Bluetooth
Manufacturer Part Number	80HA
Compatible Video Game Console Models	SEGA Mega Drive HAA-2500

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