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

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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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    • Rating of 4.7 from over 400 Amazon customer reviews.
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Amazon has 8BitDo Retro Mechanical Keyboard (Fami or N Edition) from $85.49. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member phoinix for finding this deal.

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)

Editor's Notes

Written by slickdewmaster | Staff
  • About this product:
    • Rating of 4.7 from over 400 Amazon customer reviews.
  • About this store:
  • Additional note:
    • Please see original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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CptnJustc
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.
AdmiralAsshat
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.
BettaDeals
There is also an NES edition that goes on sale every now and then.

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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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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
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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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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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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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Hegger
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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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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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schmeh
Feb 16, 2024
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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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dinnid
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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
Feb 17, 2024
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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.
Last edited by SaverDaddy February 16, 2024 at 07:16 PM.