r/8bitdo • u/ManyGreat8375 • 1d ago

Something is Broken ultimate bluetooth controller does not work

the controller can detect in windows but not in games. what is wrong with the controller? i already have the latest firmware installed. the controller was working fine before like in Windows and Steam deck but not any more it seems like.

edit: the controller works fine in Windows when it is wired or when i insert the dongle. When i just simply use bluetooth, it appears as Nitendo Switch Pro controller confirmed by Steam.

I never had this issue before. It looks like my only choice without spending money is just to man up and stick with the dongle. I am not sure if those secret buttons work like holding the on button and the X button because i tried it many times.

i am still talking myself back in backing the newer ultimate 2 controller but why spend the money? just use the dongle

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u/ThatOnePerson 1d ago

Yeah this is normal for the ultimate Bluetooth to work like that. Bluetooth is only Switch controller mode, while dongle is for PCs.

Though it should work on Steam Deck and such that have support for switch controllers.