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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