Known for its expertise in gaming accessories, 8BitDo has unveiled a surprising new product. The 8BitDo Retro 87 Xbox Edition is a mechanical keyboard crafted for gamers, drawing inspiration from the design of Microsoft’s iconic original Xbox console.
Although it’s not compatible with the original 2001 Xbox, this keyboard seamlessly connects to Windows PCs via a reliable 2.4 GHz wireless connection and also supports Bluetooth connectivity for use with various devices. A USB-C port is included for convenient charging and wired use. Remarkably, the price has been significantly reduced, even after being discounted to $99.99 during Prime Day. It’s now available for just $64.99.
Grab Nearly Half Off This Xbox Themed Keyboard
This incredible offer is available at WOOT!, which is an Amazon-owned site. This gives Prime members the advantage of free standard shipping and the ease of using their Amazon account for checkout.
While it embodies a design reminiscent of the late 90s and early 2000s, the keyboard offers modern features. The 87-key layout includes a dedicated Xbox Button for quick access to the Game Bar on Windows. It also boasts a hot-swappable PCB and n-key rollover technology.
The transparent casing adds a distinctive touch, and the colored arrow keys cleverly mimic the A, B, X, and Y buttons found on the original Xbox’s “Duke” controller. An RGB backlight with a variety of customizable lighting effects is also incorporated.
As a mechanical keyboard enthusiast, I find the UK deal less compelling. While it’s offered at a reduced rate, a 26% discount at Amazon, it remains priced above £70. Perhaps in the future, but for the time being I will continue to alternate between my Lemokey and Keychron choices.