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8BitDo Ultimate 2C Wireless — Mode switch

Quick answer

Button combo

Mode switch(2.4G ↔ BT)·wired via USB-C

Steps

  1. 1Slide the Mode switch to 2.4G for the dongle, or BT for Bluetooth.
  2. 2Press Home to power on in the selected mode.
  3. 3For wired play, connect a USB-C cable to your Windows PC.
  4. 4The controller runs as Xinput/D-input; check it in your game.

LED states

  • solid—Connected in the selected mode
Last verified: 2026-06-20Source: support.8bitdo.com

The Ultimate 2C's mode is set by its physical Mode switch: 2.4G for the bundled dongle or BT for Bluetooth, plus wired over USB-C. It presents as a standard Xinput/D-input pad on Windows and Android. There is no separate console mode — choose your connection with the switch and power on with Home.

FAQ

Is there a Switch/console mode?
No, the 2C targets Windows and Android. Use 2.4G or BT, or USB-C for wired.
How do I switch from 2.4G to Bluetooth?
Slide the Mode switch from 2.4G to BT and power on with Home, then pair.

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