Amazon Prime Day may not officially kick off until July 8th, but early deals are already making waves—none more surprising than the record-low pricing on 8BitDo’s tiniest controller. Right now, you can snag the Micro Bluetooth gamepad in green for just $15, a full $10 off its usual price and the lowest we’ve ever seen it go on Amazon.

8BitDo Micro Bluetooth gamepad

With 16 buttons and broad compatibility, the 8BitDo Micro Bluetooth gamepad is now just $15 and ready for your next handheld gaming session.

$15 at Amazon

At just 72 × 40.7 × 14.1 mm and weighing a mere 24.8 grams, the Micro is aptly named. Yet don’t let its diminutive size fool you—it squeezes in 16 buttons, including full face buttons, bumpers, triggers, and even shoulder buttons, making it surprisingly versatile for its scale. Whether you’re diving into retro-inspired 2D platformers or simply want a more tactile way to play on mobile, this little gamepad punches well above its weight class.

Normally hovering around the $25 mark, this controller rarely dips below $20. The green colorway’s current 41 percent discount represents not only substantial savings but a tidily rounded number that’s hard to resist for budget-minded gamers. If you’ve been eyeing a supplementary controller for couch-co-op on your Steam Deck or a compact backup for your Switch Lite, this deal is tailor-made.

While 8BitDo markets the Micro primarily for Nintendo Switch and Android compatibility, it doesn’t stop there. Users have reported smooth pairing with iPhones, PCs, and even the Steam Deck, thanks to standard Bluetooth HID support. This cross-platform flexibility means you can slip it into your pocket and play on almost anything that accepts a Bluetooth controller magic, without needing proprietary adapters or dongles.

Nintendo’s upcoming Switch 2 launch sent accessory makers scrambling—but 8BitDo has already rolled out a firmware update adding full compatibility for eight of its flagship controllers, including the Micro in version v1.05 of its firmware. The update also resolves minor Bluetooth sleep-mode quirks, ensuring the gamepad won’t unexpectedly power down mid-session. Installation is straightforward through the 8BitDo Ultimate Software on Windows, macOS, or Android/iOS, or via the dedicated Upgrade App on desktop.

All that said, the Micro isn’t without trade-offs. Its size precludes traditional analog sticks, so you’ll be navigating purely with D-pads and face buttons—perfect for titles like Celeste or Shovel Knight, less so for Assassin’s Creed or Elden Ring. There’s no vibration motor, either, so you won’t feel every arrow in Tunic or crash landing in Hades. It’s a lean controller for lean games.

At $15, the 8BitDo Micro Bluetooth gamepad is a no-brainer for anyone who’s ever wished a proper controller could fit in their pocket. It won’t replace your main fight stick for AAA releases, but as a grab-and-go solution for lightweight or retro-style gaming, it’s exceptional value—especially with Switch 2 support baked in. Deals like this don’t come around often, so if you want a tiny titan of a controller, act fast before stocks vanish.

Disclaimer: Prices and promotions mentioned in this article are accurate at the time of writing and are subject to change based on the retailers’ discretion. Please verify the current offer before making a purchase.