Cool 8BitDo game controllers now support Apple devices

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Cool 8BitDo game controllers now support Apple devices
A range of 8BitDo game controllers now work with Mac, iPad, Apple TV and more.
Image: 8BitDo

The selection of game controllers that can be used with Apple devices just grew, as a software update made multiple 8BitDo products compatible with iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple TV.

The accessory maker offers wired and wireless controllers that mimic Xbox and Playstation ones. And there’s the 8BitDo Lite SE, too.

8BitDo game controller for you and you and you

Apple’s operating systems support many types of game controllers right out of the box. iOS, macOS, iPadOS and tvOS (Apple TV) can connect to a range of controllers with no additional software needed.

These can be used to play sophisticated games, including most of what’s offered through Apple Arcade. And there are cloud gaming services like Xbox Cloud and Amazon Luna that let players enjoy console-quality titles on Apple devices.

8BitDo announced Monday via Twitter that six of its controllers now be used with almost every type of Apple computer.

The list includes:

These game controllers are all available on the 8BitDo website.

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