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8BitDo Ultimate 2C Wireless — Reset

Quick answer

Button combo

Pair+Home(5s)

Steps

  1. 1Make sure the controller is on.
  2. 2Hold Pair + Home together for 5 seconds.
  3. 3Release; the controller resets and clears its pairing.
  4. 4Pair again over 2.4G or Bluetooth afterward.

LED states

  • blink then off—Reset accepted, controller restarting
Last verified: 2026-06-20Source: support.8bitdo.com

When the 2C won't connect or acts up, hold Pair + Home for 5 seconds to reset it. This wipes the current settings and pairing memory, so re-pair with the 2.4G dongle or via Bluetooth afterward. To re-tune buttons and sticks, use 8BitDo Ultimate Software.

FAQ

What does the reset clear?
On-controller settings and saved pairing. Re-pair after resetting.

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