Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller
- Press the Home button to turn on the controller.
- Hold the Home button for 3 seconds to turn on the controller.
- Hold the Home button for 6 seconds to force the controller off.
Android 
- Android 13 or above is required.
Bluetooth Connection
- Press the Home button to turn on the controller.
- Hold the Pair button for 3 seconds to enter its pairing mode, the Status indicator will start to blink rapidly. (This is required for the very first time only.)
- Go to your Android device’s Bluetooth list and pair with [8BitDo Ultimate MG], the Status indicator will stay solid when the connection is successful.
Turbo Function 
- Home button, LSB/RSB, and P1/P2 buttons are not supported.
- The turbo settings will not be saved permanently and will revert to default settings after the controller is powered off or disconnected.
P1/P2 Buttons Configuration
- One button on the controller can be remapped to the P1/P2 buttons.
- Configuration on the LSB/RSB are not supported.
- The Profile LED will blink continuously when the configured button is pressed.
Fast Button Swap
- The Profile LED will blink continuously when the swapped button is pressed, and indicate the function of this button has been changed.
- D-pad, Home button, LSB/RSB, + start, select, and P1/P2 buttons are not supported for the button swap.
- Press and hold the two buttons that need to be configured, then press the Star button to activate the Fast Button Swap. Repeat the same procedure or reconnect the controller will deactivate the function.
Battery 
Status | LED indicator |
Low battery mode | Red LED blinks |
Battery charging | Green LED blinks |
Battery fully charged | Green LED turns off |
- Built-in 300mAh rechargeable battery pack with 13 hours of play time, with a charging time of 90 minutes.
- The controller will automatically shut down if it fails to connect within 1 minute of startup, or if there are no operations within 15 minutes after establishing a connection.
- The controller will not shut down during wired connection.
Safety Warnings
- Please always use batteries, chargers, and accessories provided by the manufacturer.
- The manufacturer is not liable for any safety issues arising from the use of non-manufacturer-approved accessories.
- Do not attempt to disassemble, modify, or repair the device yourself. Unauthorized actions may result in serious injury.
- Avoid crushing, disassembling, puncturing, or attempting to modify the device or its battery, as these actions can be dangerous.
- Any unauthorized changes or modifications to the device will void the manufacturer’s warranty.
Ultimate Software
Please visit app.8bitdo.com to download the Ultimate Software to get the latest firmware & additional support.
Support
• Please visit support.8bitdo.com for further information & additional support.
Documents / Resources
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8BitDo Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller [pdf] User Guide Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller, Mobile Gaming Controller, Gaming Controller, Controller |
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8BitDo Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller [pdf] Instruction Manual Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller, Mobile Gaming Controller, Gaming Controller, Controller |