Mechanical keyboards are becoming less of a necessity and more of a hobby these days. People spend thousands of dollars towards building keyboards. 8BitDo, a company that makes custom novelty products, unveiled a brand-new mechanical keyboard inspired by the iconic NES and Famicom consoles from Nintendo’s 1980s lineup. The Retro Mechanical Keyboard, priced at $100, will provide a blend of nostalgic aesthetics and functionality, with wired and wireless capabilities and custom key mapping, all with two mammoth, tactile red buttons. Yes, they’re massive.
Customers can even purchase additional sets of the giant mashable buttons for $20 each
This peripheral will be offered in two distinct styles: the “N Edition” takes cues from the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES), and the “Fami Edition” is a nod towards the Nintendo Famicom. The colorways for both editions are uncannily similar to their classic console counterparts; the NES-inspired variant boasts a sleek white / dark gray / black scheme, while the Famicom edition charms with a white / crimson combination.
8BitDo took the retro feel a step further with the Fami Edition, incorporating Japanese characters alongside English ones on every alphanumerical key. This version also features vintage-style dials and power indicators. The keyboard uses Kailh Box White Switches V2 and Gatreon Green Switches for its Super Buttons, which are user-replaceable thanks to a hot-swappable PCB. The Super Buttons, including the two hefty ones packaged with the keyboard, can be customized using 8BitDo’s Ultimate Software and connect directly to the keyboard via a 3.5mm jack. If you find yourself needing more, additional sets can be purchased at $20 each.
Sporting 87 keys, this keyboard supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz wireless, and USB wired modes. It’s compatible with Windows, Android, and despite not being officially listed, 8BitDo has confirmed its compatibility with macOS. With a 2,000mAh battery, the keyboard offers approximately 200 hours of use after a mere four-hour charge. The keyboard can be pre-ordered on Amazon or directly from 8BitDo for $100, with shipping expected to begin on August 10th.
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