8BitDo Ultimate 2C Bluetooth Controller Setup Guide

Quick Answer

The 8BitDo Ultimate 2C Bluetooth Controller pairs easily with Switch, PC, and Android. This guide walks you through each platform's pairing process, button mapping, and common pitfalls.

Step-by-Step Setup Guide

1. Charge the Controller: Connect the controller to a USB-C power source using the included cable. The LED will blink while charging and turn solid when full. A full charge takes about 2 hours. Don't skip charging – a low battery can cause intermittent disconnects during pairing.
2. Pair with Nintendo Switch: On the Switch, go to System Settings > Controllers and Sensors > Change Grip/Order. Hold the controller's pairing button (small button near the USB port) for 3 seconds until the LED flashes rapidly. The controller will appear as a Pro Controller. Select it to pair. If the controller doesn't appear, press the sync button on the Switch itself (located on the top left of the console) and try again.
3. Pair with Windows PC (Bluetooth): Open Bluetooth settings on your PC. Hold the controller's pairing button for 3 seconds until the LED blinks. Select '8BitDo Ultimate 2C' from the device list. If prompted, enter PIN 0000. For older PCs without Bluetooth, use the wired USB connection instead – it works as a plug-and-play XInput device.
4. Pair with Android: Enable Bluetooth on your Android device. Hold the controller's pairing button for 3 seconds. Select '8BitDo Ultimate 2C' from the available devices. The controller will be recognized as a generic gamepad. Some Android games may require you to enable 'Game Mode' or map controls manually in the app settings.
5. Button Mapping (Optional): Download the 8BitDo Ultimate Software on your PC or phone. Connect the controller via USB or Bluetooth, then open the app. You can remap any button, adjust stick sensitivity, or assign turbo functions to the extra bumpers (R4/L4). Save your profile before disconnecting – the controller stores one custom profile internally.
6. Switch Between Modes: The controller automatically switches between Bluetooth and wired mode when you plug in a USB cable. To change Bluetooth devices, hold the pairing button for 3 seconds to enter pairing mode again. The controller remembers the last paired device, so you don't need to re-pair every time.

Product Highlights

• 8BitDo Ultimate 2C Bluetooth® Controller - Pink: Refined D-pad and bumpers, Hall Effect joysticks, extra bumpers (R4 and L4), 6-axis motion control, rumble vibration, and turbo function. Hall Effect joysticks resist drift over time, and the extra bumpers give you more customization options for remapping controls.