# Accessible Gamer Controllers The 8Bitdo Ultimate C 2.4G Wireless Controller is Xbox-Style By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2023-05-09 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-ultimate-c-24g-wireless-controller References: [coolthings](https://www.coolthings.com/8bitdo-ultimate-c-2-4g-wireless-controller-xbox-style-gamepad/) & [8bitdo](https://www.8bitdo.com)  The 8Bitdo Ultimate C 2.4G Wireless Controller is an [Xbox](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-ultimate-controller)-style gaming peripheral with a low-cost price point designed to offer avid players with a feature-rich, value-conscious option. The controller comes in several playful pastel color options, which all feature a classic D-pad, control sticks and more to work perfectly with your choice of device. The controller is Windows, Android, SteamOS and Raspberry Pi-compatible, and has a 480mAh battery rated to provide up to 25-hours of gameplay per charge. The 8Bitdo Ultimate C 2.4G Wireless Controller is available now for preorder with shipping set to start in June. Priced at $29.99, the controller responds to the influx of consumers getting more involved in gaming and thus calling for [value-priced options](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyclone-2) to get started. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 15% - 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) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Value-priced Wireless Gaming Controllers:** Opportunity for companies to create low-cost, feature-rich gaming controllers to meet the surge in demand for gaming peripherals. - **Multi-platform Gaming Accessories:** A chance to innovate and create gaming controllers that are compatible with a range of devices, including various operating systems and devices like Raspberry Pi. - **Colorful Gaming Peripherals:** The potential to create playful and fun gaming accessories with unique designs, colors, and features to appeal to a wider range of customers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Gaming Accessories:** The gaming accessories market could create affordable, multi-platform gaming controllers that are innovative and eco-friendly for a range of devices. - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies could develop playful, colorful, multi-functional game controllers to meet the rising demand for fun, low-cost wireless gaming accessories. - **Computer Hardware:** Computer hardware companies could create wireless gaming controllers compatible with Windows, SteamOS, and Raspberry Pi to expand their product lines and reach new markets. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chromatic Cost-Conscious Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-ultimate-2c.md) - [Multiplatform Wireless Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-ultimate-controller.md) - [Wireless Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo.md) - [Collaborative Game Console Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-rare-xbox.md) - [Dependable Multi-Console Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-ultimate-bluetooth-controller.md) - [90s-Themed Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-arcade-stick-for-xbox-series.md) - [Interactive Light Mini Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultimate-mini.md) - [Mappable Mobile Gamer Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultimate-mobile-gaming-controller.md) - [Slim Tabletop Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-arcade-controller.md)