It’s clearly time: all the news about the transparent tech renaissanceSee all StoriesPosted Jun 23, 2026 at 3:00 PM UTCA8BitDo’s new clear blue controller and keyboard celebrate the N64’s birthday.1/3The new collection features a design inspired by the clear blue version of the Nintendo 64 that was released in Japan decades ago. Image: 8BitDoFollow topics and authors from this story to see more like this in your personalized homepage feed and to receive email updates.Andrew LiszewskiLoading commentsGetting the conversation ready...The Verge DailyA free daily digest of the news that matters most.Email (required)
8BitDo’s new clear blue controller and keyboard celebrate the N64’s birthday.
Thirty years ago today the N64 was released in Japan. To help mark the occasion, 8BitDo has announced new clear blue versions of its Ultimate 2 Wireless controller and Retro 87 Keyboard. The $59.99 controller is available today, while preorders are now open for the $99.99 keyboard, which won’t ship until August 14th. [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/06/8bitdo1.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/06/8bitdo2.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/06/8bitdo3.jpg?quality=90&strip=all]
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