8BitDo introduces Xbox-style keyboard and mouse

The 8BitDo company known for its retro accessories continues to delight fans. Just weeks after releasing a full-size 108-key keyboard in the style of the NES and Famicom, the company has announced a new model. This time around, 8BitDo is turning to the aesthetics of the original Xbox from the 2000s, releasing a modern keyboard and mouse inspired by the iconic gaming console.

Set Features

On its X social media page, 8BitDo has announced the release of an Xbox-inspired keyboard and mouse bundle. This set is particularly notable because it’s created in collaboration with Xbox, making it an official product. The developers have made sure to maintain authenticity and recreate the spirit of the original Xbox:

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• Keyboard design: The keyboard features the Xbox logo in the upper right corner, and the arrow keys are colored to match the colors of the buttons on the original Xbox controller. The keyboard also features the large A and B buttons that have become a signature element of 8BitDo products.

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• Mouse design: The mouse features an ergonomic shape reminiscent of the Master Chief design elements from the Halo series. The mouse’s side buttons are also colored like on the Xbox controller, which adds to the retro charm.

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Price and Availability

• The keyboard is available for pre-order on Amazon for $119.99.
• Release date for the keyboard: January 16, 2025.
• Mouse is also stated to be up for pre-order, but at the time of writing there is no information on its price or release date.

Who is this kit for?

This set is perfect for retro gaming fans and those who want to add 2000s style to their work or gaming space. Modern functionality combined with a nostalgic design makes this set an attractive choice for Xbox fans.

This set is perfect for Xbox fans.

8BitDo proves once again that attention to detail and a love of retro can create not just an accessory, but a true collector’s item.