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NES30 Pro Bluetooth Game Controller Brings ’80s Gaming Up to Date

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Thanks to 8bitdo Tech, nostalgic gamers now have the chance to still their hunger for NES games with the NES30 Pro Bluetooth game controller.

More and more past designs are making a comeback, and that just stands to show just how well those products ranked in the functionality department. Nintendo’s NES controller, probably one of the most memorable products of the ’80s, has now been brought up to date by 8bitdo Tech, who did not shy away from implementing some modern-day technologies into this ageless design. The new NES30 Pro Bluetooth game controller is sold in our store, Walyou Deals, at a heavily discounted price for a limited time.

With so many NES emulators around, especially some that work on mobile devices, you might want to give the original NES some rest. However, you don’t have to miss out on the entire experience, as you can still use a NES30 Pro Bluetooth game controller to remind you of the old days.

The single connection that NES30 Pro Bluetooth has with the past is the retro design, but even that has been somewhat altered. After all, the original NES controller didn’t sport any thumbsticks like the new one does, but given how much these could help with mobile games, it’s a more than welcome addition. Whereas the original NES game controller was tied to the console using a proprietary cable, users of the NES30 Pro controller have a lot of freedom, as this relies on Bluetooth 2.1 to connect to other devices.

You shouldn’t think that emulated NES games are the only ones you can play using this Bluetooth controllers. Since it features similar functionality with PS4, Xbone and pretty much any other wireless controller, you can use it with all sorts of devices. However, as far as the operating system is concerned, you are restricted to iOS, Android, Windows, and Mac OS.

According to the manufacturer, some of the modes it can work in are

  • PC joystick
  • Android joystick
  • Bluetooth keyboard
  • iCade mode
  • Emu-Touch Screen mode
  • Wii remote mode
  • Wire USB controller
  • 360 Xinput

Included in the package are the NES30 Pro Bluetooth game controller itself, as NES-style USB cable, a NES 30th Anniversary keychain, and a ring holder. Even though they don’t affect the devices functionality in any way, the last two items are nice additions.

The controller runs on a 480mAh Li-Ion battery that charges over microUSB, but there are no details regarding how long it takes to fully charge it or how long it lasts on a single charge. However, given how little energy this type of devices consumes, it should last you for several hours of intensive gaming.

To relive some of the early days of console gaming with a modern day Bluetooth game controller, head over to Walyou Deals and get the NES30 Pro for $36.99, 26% off the original price of $50. The price can be furthermore cut down by referring a friend, action that gets you an additional $10 off.

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Game On with the SNES30 Bluetooth Game Controller

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Nostalgic gamers shouldn’t be left behind, and as the SNES30 Bluetooth Game Controller currently available through Walyou Deals shows, there are ways of helping them keep up with the times.

Developed by 8Bitdo Tech HK Ltd and sold on Walyou Deals, the SNES30 Bluetooth Game Controller combines modern technologies with retro design in a manner that makes both both worlds happy. After all, if you happen to love the way game controllers were designed 30 years ago, it doesn’t mean that you also need to be restrained by a short wire. Fortunately, nowadays both gaming consoles and mobile devices can work with wireless controllers, and since Bluetooth is a quasi-universal type of connection on these devices, you shouldn’t worry about any compatibility issues.

Judging by the name, this game controller marks the 30th anniversary of Nintendo’s Super Nintendo Entertainment System gaming console. Since this controller only works with PCs, Macs, iPads, Android devices and more, you won’t be able to pair it with the original console. Fortunately for nostalgics like you, there are SNES emulators available for most of these platforms, so you can use this 1:1 replica of the original SNES controller to play those games. Given the fact that you can play recently launched game with a controller that has the same number of buttons as 30 years ago, I guess that stand to show that not much has changed in this department.

Obviously, you also have the option to play all the latest titles with this old-school controller. Multiplayer gaming was also included in the equation, so you can either use the dual-keyboard code system on iOS, or you can emulate a Wiimote and use the SNES30 Bluetooth Game Controller on Nintendo’s Wii. On top of that, the controller can even handle touchscreen-only games (such as Shadow Fight 2 on Android), thanks to its touchscreen emulation.

Since it’s slim and portable, the SNES30 Bluetooth Game Controller fits not only in small backpack pockets, but also in the back pocket of your jeans. The fact that it works wirelessly suggests that one of the goals is to take it with you on the road. With up to 20 hours of battery life, the controller proves to be a trustworthy companion even on long trips.

As seen in the above picture, the SNES30 Bluetooth Game Controller is delivered with a 1.2 meter-long SNES style USB cable, should you decide to go full retro with this thing, an FC 30th Anniversary keychain, and a user’s manual. The included battery can be recharged more than 1,000 times, so you really shouldn’t worry about running out of juice.

The SNES30 Bluetooth Game Controller is available on Walyou Deals for $29.95, 14% off the original price of $35. By subscribing to our newsletter, you can also cut 10% off your first order, thus taking the price even lower. In case this controller is up your alley, you should get it while it’s hot, as the deal expires in one day. Free shipping is offered within continental US.

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Game On with the SNES30 Bluetooth Game Controller

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Nostalgic gamers shouldn’t be left behind, and as the SNES30 Bluetooth Game Controller currently available through Walyou Deals shows, there are ways of helping them keep up with the times.

Developed by 8Bitdo Tech HK Ltd and sold on Walyou Deals, the SNES30 Bluetooth Game Controller combines modern technologies with retro design in a manner that makes both both worlds happy. After all, if you happen to love the way game controllers were designed 30 years ago, it doesn’t mean that you also need to be restrained by a short wire. Fortunately, nowadays both gaming consoles and mobile devices can work with wireless controllers, and since Bluetooth is a quasi-universal type of connection on these devices, you shouldn’t worry about any compatibility issues.

Judging by the name, this game controller marks the 30th anniversary of Nintendo’s Super Nintendo Entertainment System gaming console. Since this controller only works with PCs, Macs, iPads, Android devices and more, you won’t be able to pair it with the original console. Fortunately for nostalgics like you, there are SNES emulators available for most of these platforms, so you can use this 1:1 replica of the original SNES controller to play those games. Given the fact that you can play recently launched game with a controller that has the same number of buttons as 30 years ago, I guess that stand to show that not much has changed in this department.

Obviously, you also have the option to play all the latest titles with this old-school controller. Multiplayer gaming was also included in the equation, so you can either use the dual-keyboard code system on iOS, or you can emulate a Wiimote and use the SNES30 Bluetooth Game Controller on Nintendo’s Wii. On top of that, the controller can even handle touchscreen-only games (such as Shadow Fight 2 on Android), thanks to its touchscreen emulation.

Since it’s slim and portable, the SNES30 Bluetooth Game Controller fits not only in small backpack pockets, but also in the back pocket of your jeans. The fact that it works wirelessly suggests that one of the goals is to take it with you on the road. With up to 20 hours of battery life, the controller proves to be a trustworthy companion even on long trips.

As seen in the above picture, the SNES30 Bluetooth Game Controller is delivered with a 1.2 meter-long SNES style USB cable, should you decide to go full retro with this thing, an FC 30th Anniversary keychain, and a user’s manual. The included battery can be recharged more than 1,000 times, so you really shouldn’t worry about running out of juice.

The SNES30 Bluetooth Game Controller is available on Walyou Deals for $29.95, 14% off the original price of $35. By subscribing to our newsletter, you can also cut 10% off your first order, thus taking the price even lower. In case this controller is up your alley, you should get it while it’s hot, as the deal expires in one day. Free shipping is offered within continental US.

Be social! Follow Walyou on Facebook and Twitter, and read more related stories about Mad Catz’s new gaming and multimedia controllers, or the Xiaomi Mi Bluetooth Controller.