Over the past few years 8BitDo has released numerous Bluetooth controllers that work with retro console adapters, computers, Android OS devices, and Nintendo Switch. Build quality and variety have helped the company stand out from the competition, and as evidenced by last year`s M30 controllers designed for use with your Sega Genesis, 8Bitdo`s craft continues to improve. Its latest product, the SN30 Pro Plus Bluetooth Gamepad, looks comparable to other Super Nintendo-inspired controllers from 8Bitdo (albeit with prominent handles) but it is actually one of the most advanced controller options for Switch owners. Though it doesn`t feature the official Pro controller`s HD Rumble or a motion-detecting gyroscope, the SN30 Pro Plus` distinguishing capabilities make it easy to overlook these arguably minor deficits.A quick look at the SN30 Pro Plus reveals a familiar button layout, with four face buttons, four shoulder buttons (two of which are triggers), a directional pad, and start, select, home, and capture buttons. 8Bitdo sent us the model colored to look like the classic `DMG` Game Boy color scheme; it`s generally on point, though a slight red tint isolated to the applique on the face of the controller does stand out against the more desaturated plastic that surrounds it. Otherwise, the overall build quality is solid, with mixed materials and good-feeling buttons lending a high-quality feel throughout. Most buttons relay a satisfying tactile response when pressed, and the triggers offer a notable amount of resistance, which is good to have in general but even more important when you consider the ways in which you can adjust their sensitivity.With the SN30 Pro Plus connected to your PC (or Mac, once the upcoming software is released) 8bitdo`s Ultimate Software tool lets you dive into the deep end of configurability. The first option you`ll see is button remapping, with individual profiles for the controller`s two operating modes dialed in for Switch or the Windows- ...
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