8BitDo Unveils Ultimate 3E Controller for Xbox, a Fully Modular “Pro-Level” Gamepad

The team at 8BitDo has officially revealed its latest Xbox-focused controller, the 8BitDo Ultimate 3E Controller for Xbox. Marketed as a “pro-level” controller designed for “serious players,” the Ultimate 3E is positioned as one of the most customizable third-party Xbox controllers announced to date.

According to the company, the controller has been “designed by pros” but will be “defined by you,” with a heavy emphasis on modular hardware and fine-tuned performance options.

“Built for serious players who demand pro-level accuracy and deep customization. Swap parts, fine-tune responses, and personalize every detail — from ABXY modules to joysticks and D-pads, to shape a controller that truly matches your competitive playstyle.”

Key Features and Customization Options

The Ultimate 3E Controller for Xbox offers a wide array of swappable components and advanced internal hardware. Highlights include:

• Swappable ABXY modules, with both silicone and micro-switch options

• Multiple joystick configurations, including:

  • Two standard joysticks

  • Two tall joysticks

  • One thick-neck joystick

  • One dome joystick

• Two premium metal D-pad options (standard or circular)

• TMR joysticks paired with a 12-bit ADC sampling chip for improved precision and stability

• RGB Fire Rings that provide real-time visual feedback

• Up to 1000Hz polling rate on PC, both wired and wireless

• Hall effect impulse triggers with dual trigger stops

• Remappable fast bumpers

• Integrated wireless charging dock

Xbox and PC Compatibility

The controller supports low-latency 2.4G wireless connectivity across Xbox and PC platforms. Officially supported systems include:

• Xbox One

• Xbox Series X

• Xbox Series S

• Windows PC

  
  

The package includes a 2.4G wireless adapter, USB cable, charging dock, and an accessory kit containing:

• A standard D-pad

• A micro-switch ABXY module

• Tall, dome, and thick-neck joysticks

  
  

PC players also gain access to 6-axis motion controls when using the controller in 2.4G wireless mode.

Price and Release Window

While a specific release date has not yet been announced, 8BitDo is currently targeting a Q2 2026 launch, with pre-orders expected to open in the near future.

The 8BitDo Ultimate 3E Controller for Xbox will retail for $149.99 USD.

We’ll keep you updated here at Xbox Nation as soon as pre-orders go live or additional details are revealed.

What do you think of 8BitDo’s latest pro controller? Is this something you’d consider over Microsoft’s Elite Series controllers? Let us know your thoughts.