8BitDo has announced its Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller, the company’s first gamepad that attaches directly to smartphones and mobile devices using an expanding clamping mechanism. It’s available for preorder now for $49.99 and is expected to be released on November 29th, 2024.

8BitDo is known for making great third-party gaming controllers and the company is now expanding into smartphones with a new mobile controller. The just announced Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller, is 8BitDo's first controller that attaches to smartphones and smaller tablets.

BitDo opened pre-orders for its Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller this week, with shipping to start November 29. The attachable gamepad comes in black or white and

BitDo's dedicated Android controller has a pair of rear triggers, Hall Effect sticks, and a bunch of customization features.

The ultimate mobile gaming controller is one that you enjoy using the most, and 8BitDo thinks its new controller for mobile games is going to be that controller for you. And, you know what it just might be.

The 8Bitdo Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller takes features from its Ultimate series (including Hall effect!) for an extendable accessory that attaches to your smartphone, similar to Backbone and Razer Kishi.

The Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller clamps onto to phone, similar to the Backbone One. The controller is available to pre-order for $49.99. You may be familiar with 8BitDo for its selection of third-party game controllers and adapters.