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8BitDo All-Button Arcade Controller — Reset

Quick answer

Button combo

hold PAIR (3 sec) to re-enter pairing·re-pair to clear

Steps

  1. 1If it won't connect, set the mode switch to S and hold PAIR for 3 seconds to re-enter pairing.
  2. 2On the device, remove/forget the old 8BitDo entry in Bluetooth.
  3. 3Pair again from scratch.
  4. 4If it is frozen, connect a USB-C cable for a few seconds to recover power, then retry.
  5. 5For a full reset, use the 8BitDo Ultimate Software (Restore/Default) over USB-C.

LED states

  • Fast blink—Pairing mode after reset
  • Off—Powered off
Last verified: 2026-06-20Source: support.8bitdo.com

There is no special button-only factory wipe printed for this model; re-pairing solves most issues. Set the mode switch to S, hold PAIR three seconds to re-enter pairing, and forget the old entry on your device before pairing again. If the controller is unresponsive, plug in USB-C briefly to recover. A full restore to defaults is available in the 8BitDo Ultimate Software while connected by USB-C.

FAQ

Is there a button combo to factory reset?
Re-pairing (hold PAIR 3 sec) clears the connection. For a full default restore, use the 8BitDo Ultimate Software over USB-C.

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