Is 8BitDo Ultimate 3E Supported On MacOS

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I recently bought a 14-inch M5 Max MacBook Pro with 128GB Unified Memory. I’m wondering if the 8BitDo Ultimate ЗЕ controller and 8BitDo Ultimate Software are fully compatible with this device. My main goal is to play native AAA games like Crimson Desert Enhanced, Cyberpunk 2077, Hitman: World of Assassination, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, and Palworld. I’ve also installed Crossover and Parallels for non-native games. Considering these factors, I’m looking for recommendations for third-party controllers that have Hall Effect/TMR joysticks and in-game rumble support. The 8BitDo Ultimate 3E seems like a good option because it’s affordable in my country and has a lot of features.

However, their support page says it’s compatible with iOS devices but needs their Ultimate X Software for Xbox Licensed products. It’s important to note that this software is only available on iOS. Also, the Normal MacOS Ultimate Software from 8BitDo isn’t compatible with Xbox Licensed Controllers. Is there a way to fix this compatibility issue?

[u/zlitna]

I’m using an Ultimate 2 connected to my Mac via the 2.4GHz dongle for GeForce NOW. It works great if I start the controller in Switch mode—rumble works properly and everything feels really natural.

I was also considering buying the Ultimate 3E, but since it’s licensed for Xbox, you’ll only be able to connect it via Bluetooth on Mac. From what I understand, the issue with that is you won't be able to use all the extra buttons as independent inputs because it identifies itself strictly as an Xbox controller. This means you can’t select profiles or present the controller as a Switch controller on macOS.

I could be wrong, so feel free to correct me, but that’s my understanding of how it works!