8bitdo’s SNES Classic Mini controller solves the retro console’s biggest annoyance

The SNES Classic Mini is a brilliant little box of classic video gaming joy, but if there’s a minor grievance, it’s that Nintendo still insists we play the old-fashioned way, too – by which we mean cross-legged in front of the TV. Sure, there’s a certain charm to using a corded controller (and at 4.5 feet the SNES Classic Mini is a marked improvement on last year’s resurrected NES) but we wouldn’t say no to a wireless option. Luckily, 8bitdo is on hand with the SN30 (USD$24.99). As well as cutting the cord entirely, the wireless pad returns you to the main menu when you jab Down and Select simultaneously. Much quicker than having to reset. Pre-order and it should arrive for Christmas Day.

Matt Tate Contributor

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I'm fascinated by all things tech, but if you were going to leave me on a desert island, I'd probably ask for my Nintendo Switch, a drone, and a pair of noise-cancelling cans to block out the relentless seagull racket. When I'm not on Stuff duty you'll probably find me subscribing to too many podcasts, playing too many video games, or telling anyone who will listen that Spurs are going to win a trophy this season.

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Video games, VR, smartwatches, headphones, smart speakers, bizarre Kickstarter campaigns