8BitDo’s $40 Analogue 3D controller arrives on March 19

Peripheral maker 8BitDo has revealed when you’ll get your fingers on its 64 Controller. That is designed to work with the upcoming Analogue 3D, a remake of the Nintendo 64 that may help 4K output. Pre-orders for the $40 controller are open now. It is available in black or white to match the Analogue 3D and it’ll ship on March 19.

The peripheral seems to be a model of 8BitDo’s Ultimate controller, albeit with just one thumbstick and 6 management buttons on the face — A, B and the 4 C buttons. There are 4 bumper buttons and it seems that you should utilize both set off instead of the unique N64 controller’s Z button (the peripheral is totally remappable due to 8BitDo’s Final software program).

In a pleasant nod to the controller’s forebear, the thumbstick has an octagonal gate round it. The Corridor impact sensor and wear-resistant steel joystick ring ought to assist guarantee there’s little or no likelihood of affected by stick drift. The peripheral has a Rumble Pak in-built too. This works with each the Analogue 3D and the Nintendo Change. The 64 Controller can also be suitable with PC and Android units.

The unique trident-shaped Nintendo 64 controller stays baffling practically three many years later. Most individuals do not have three fingers, Nintendo! So, for anybody seeking to emulate a N64 recreation with a controller that truly is sensible, this appears like a robust contender.

Pre-orders for the Analogue 3D additionally opened on Monday. On the time of writing, the black version is still available. Sadly, the console does not include a controller, so in the event you want one, you will have to purchase it individually.