# Nostalgic Customizable Gaming Controllers The 8BitDo Arcade Stick Has a Large, Retro Design By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-09-03 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-arcade-stick References: [coolthings](https://www.coolthings.com/8bitdo-arcade-stick-button-mapping-macros-moddable-fighting-gamepad/) & [8bitdo](https://www.8bitdo.com) The [8BitDo Arcade Stick](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-arcade-stick-for-xbox-series) is a video game peripheral that draws design and user experience inspiration from components of the past to provide players with a decidedly retro way to play their favorite titles. The controller features a set of buttons and a joystick that are positioned into an oversized unit that will provide an expansive area for users to interact with when playing. This could take some time for users to get used to once again when compared to existing peripherals out there, but is likely to be favored for its authentic experience that's also highly customizable. The 8BitDo Arcade Stick is compatible for use with both the [Nintendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-retro-wireless-mechanical-keyboard) [Switch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-all-button-arcade-controller) and PCs, and will connect to devices via Bluetooth or a 2.4GHz receiver. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Retro Gaming Peripherals:** Bring back nostalgia through the design of gaming controllers - **Customizable Gaming Controllers:** Emphasize creativity and personalization in gaming controllers - **Large-scale Gaming Controllers:** Larger-than-average gaming controllers may provide a unique gaming experience for players ### Who This Affects Most - **Gaming Industry:** Create retro customizable gaming controllers to accurately mimic the gaming industry of the past. - **Consumer Electronics Industry:** Use the nostalgia factor in customizable gaming controllers to attract consumers to purchase electronic devices. - **E-commerce Industry:** Sell customizable gaming controllers online and allow customers to give input on design in order to facilitate creative innovation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [90s-Themed Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-arcade-stick-for-xbox-series.md) - [Custom Wireless Arcade Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade-stick.md) - [Arcade-Style Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/octopus-arcade-stick.md) - [Nostalgic Gamer Keyboard Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-retro-wireless-mechanical-keyboard.md) - [All-Button Arcade Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-all-button-arcade-controller.md) - [Retro-Style Game Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-flight-stick.md) - [Nostalgic Mobile Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-switch-gamecube-controller.md) - [Wireless Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo.md) - [Arcade-Style Console Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-arcade-pro.md)