8BitDo Launches Retro Xbox Peripherals in Europe: Keyboards, Mice, and Controllers

8BitDo launches Retro 87 keyboard, Retro 18 numpad, Retro R8 mouse, and Ultimate 3-mode controller in Europe. Prices start at €44.99. Available now except numpad in July 2026.

8BitDo Launches Retro Xbox Peripherals in Europe: Keyboards, Mice, and Controllers

8BitDo is expanding its retro-themed Xbox peripherals to Europe. The company is launching four products through Game Outlet Europe. Gamers can now buy the Retro 87 keyboard, Retro 18 numpad, Retro R8 mouse, and Ultimate 3-mode controller.

Four retro-themed Xbox peripherals now available

The Retro 87 Mechanical Keyboard features 87 keys with RGB backlighting and ABS double-layered keycaps. It supports wireless 2.4G, Bluetooth, and USB connections. The keyboard offers n-key rollover and is compatible with Xbox, Windows, and Android.

Spec comparison

Spec Retro 87 Keyboard Retro 18 Numpad Retro R8 Mouse Ultimate 3-mode Controller
Connectivity Wireless 2.4G/Bluetooth/USB Wireless 2.4G/Bluetooth 5.0/USB Wireless 2.4G/Bluetooth/USB (via dock) Wired/2.4G/Bluetooth
Key/Switch Type Mechanical (ABS keycaps) Kailh Jellyfish X, hot-swappable Kailh Sword GM X Micro Switches Hall-effect joysticks
Special Features RGB backlit, n-key rollover Mini-games on display, n-key rollover PAW 3395 sensor, 26000 DPI, 8000 Hz polling, 105h battery Impulse triggers, 3 profiles, charging dock
Price (EUR) €119.99 €44.99 €59.99 €69.99
Availability Now July 2026 Now Now

The Retro 18 Numpad uses Kailh Jellyfish X switches and has a hot-swappable PCB. It connects via wireless 2.4G, Bluetooth 5.0, or USB. The numpad includes a small display with mini-games.

The Retro R8 Mouse uses a PAW 3395 sensor with DPI from 50 to 26000. Polling rates range from 125 Hz to 8000 Hz. It has Kailh Sword GM X micro switches rated for 100 million clicks and a 105-hour battery. The mouse comes with a charging dock.

The Ultimate 3-mode Controller has Hall-effect joysticks to eliminate stick drift. It features impulse triggers and three customizable profiles. The controller works wired, via 2.4G, or Bluetooth and includes a charging dock.

Pricing starts at 44.99 EUR (about $51.88) for the numpad and goes up to 119.99 EUR (about $138) for the keyboard. The numpad will be available in July 2026. The other products are available now. Localized keyboard layouts are offered for the UK, Germany, Spain, and France.

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