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8BitDo Retro Mechanical Keyboard: N Edition $90, Fami Edition Expired

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Amazon has 8BitDo Retro Mechanical Keyboard (Fami or N Edition) from $85.49. Shipping is free.

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Available:About this item
  • Inspired by the classics. Compatible with Windows 10(1903) or above, and Android 9.0 or above.
  • Connnect via Bluetooth, wireless 2.4G, or wired.
  • 87-key layout. Kailh Box Switch V2 White. Dye-sub PBT keycaps.
  • Top mount style. Hot-swappable PCB. Support n-key rollover.
  • Dual Super Buttons - offer large, programmable keys. Map anything to the Super Buttons instantly without using software.
  • Classic power status LED, with independent control panel.
  • Supports 8BitDo Ultimate Software V2 for custom keyboard mapping. (Release in September 2023)

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Amazon [amazon.com] has 8BitDo Retro Mechanical Keyboard (Fami Edition) for $85.49.
Shipping is free.

Price:
$14.50 lower (15% savings) than the list price of $99.99

Previous 🔥Frontpage Deal at $100 with +108 Deal Score and 181 comments.

Customer reviews:
4.7⭐ / 419 global ratings
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About this Item:
  • Inspired by the classics. Compatible with Windows 10(1903) or above, and Android 9.0 or above.
  • Connnect via Bluetooth, wireless 2.4G, or wired.
  • 87-key layout. Kailh Box Switch V2 White. Dye-sub PBT keycaps.
  • Top mount style. Hot-swappable PCB. Support n-key rollover.
  • Dual Super Buttons - offer large, programmable keys. Map anything to the Super Buttons instantly without using software.
  • Classic power status LED, with independent control panel.
  • Supports 8BitDo Ultimate Software V2 for custom keyboard mapping. (Release in September 2023)

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I love this thing -- it's my primary keyboard, have it in both Fami and N editions -- but man, it is loud, even by clicky keyboard standards. YMMV on that.

The lack of media keys is an issue, too, though I like the volume control knob and I've mapped previous/next to the keyboard B/A buttons and pause/mute to the fun giant B/A buttons, which is good enough for me. The software doesn't work on Macs, but after remapping keys/buttons on a PC the settings carried over when I plugged it back into my Mac.
N Edition is also on sale, but less than the Fami Edition ($89.99 vs $85.49).

Worth the extra four dollars to get the colors that match my childhood.
There is also an NES edition that goes on sale every now and then.

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02-15-2024 at 05:51 AM.

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N Edition is also on sale, but less than the Fami Edition ($89.99 vs $85.49).

Worth the extra four dollars to get the colors that match my childhood.
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02-15-2024 at 08:32 AM.

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02-15-2024 at 08:32 AM.
I love this thing -- it's my primary keyboard, have it in both Fami and N editions -- but man, it is loud, even by clicky keyboard standards. YMMV on that.

The lack of media keys is an issue, too, though I like the volume control knob and I've mapped previous/next to the keyboard B/A buttons and pause/mute to the fun giant B/A buttons, which is good enough for me. The software doesn't work on Macs, but after remapping keys/buttons on a PC the settings carried over when I plugged it back into my Mac.
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SpaceWok
02-15-2024 at 09:02 AM.
02-15-2024 at 09:02 AM.
I've been daily driving this thing for the past few months and I love it. It's nice and clicky without being obnoxiously loud. Battery lasts forever and the software has been great.
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02-15-2024 at 02:19 PM.
02-15-2024 at 02:19 PM.
Quote from fewlio :
and I'd be the luckiest guy on earth if I had any nostalgia whatsoever for the famicom. hey 8bitdo: wrong continent
There is also an NES edition that goes on sale every now and then.
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02-15-2024 at 05:07 PM.
02-15-2024 at 05:07 PM.
Quote from BettaDeals :
There is also an NES edition that goes on sale every now and then.
I owned the gba sp nes classic edition and regret selling it !! ApplausePeace
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02-16-2024 at 10:36 AM.
02-16-2024 at 10:36 AM.
Quote from fewlio :
and I'd be the luckiest guy on earth if I had any nostalgia whatsoever for the famicom. hey 8bitdo: wrong continent
The NES version is only 5 dollars more.
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StarfirePrime
02-16-2024 at 12:08 PM.
02-16-2024 at 12:08 PM.
I have the NES version and I do like it. My only issue is that the actuation point of the switches are a little lower (deeper) than I am used to as compared to other mechanical keyboards. I frequently miss the timing of a shift - mouseclick combination as the key is just a little late. I might look into replacement switches.
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02-16-2024 at 12:21 PM.
02-16-2024 at 12:21 PM.
Also own the NES version and *love* the deep, clicky, tactile feel. Not as loud as Gateron Blues, but very satisfying. Between the construction, sound, and feel it reminds me of a well-made 80's mechanical keyboard, completing that retro vibe.

Would love to know if anyone has recs for a good Mac-compatible Kailh Box White keyboard — can't seem to find one, just plenty of listings for the switches themselves.
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02-16-2024 at 03:04 PM.
02-16-2024 at 03:04 PM.
I really want a backlit version of this. Doesn't need to be RGB just some light to see in the dark.
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SaverDaddy
02-16-2024 at 06:14 PM.
02-16-2024 at 06:14 PM.
Someone had this on display at work. The board sounds incredibly good stock. I think the price is pretty mediocre though unless you're a big fan of the design.

The Kalih Box switches are clicky which is a deal breaker for most mechanical buffs.
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02-17-2024 at 06:24 AM.
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Quote from schmeh :
Also own the NES version and *love* the deep, clicky, tactile feel. Not as loud as Gateron Blues, but very satisfying. Between the construction, sound, and feel it reminds me of a well-made 80's mechanical keyboard, completing that retro vibe.

Would love to know if anyone has recs for a good Mac-compatible Kailh Box White keyboard — can't seem to find one, just plenty of listings for the switches themselves.

Have you heard of:

https://nuphy.com

They have some of the nicest Mac compatible mech keyboards.
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02-17-2024 at 06:43 AM.
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Just another thumbs up for this keyboard. I got as preorder and have loved it and has been my main kb for work and play
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