Gamers will soon have a brand-new Nintendo Switch 2 controller to get their hands on, after 8BitDo unveiled the upcoming Pro 3 Bluetooth Gamepad with a Tomb Raider-themed design. The new Nintendo Switch 2 controller has been developed to celebrate Tomb Raider‘s 30th anniversary, marking the occasion in style.
8BitDo is a leading manufacturer of gaming accessories and controllers for all platforms. Its impressive assortment of products has led to a bunch of official collaborations over the years, offering something for gamers no matter where they play. Later this month, 8BitDo is also releasing a new Xbox Ultimate 3 controller, showing the variety in its offerings.
Brand-New 8BitDo Tomb Raider Nintendo Switch 2 Controller Confirmed
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8BitDo has officially revealed its new Nintendo Switch 2 Pro 3 Bluetooth controller, named the Tomb Raider 30th Anniversary Edition. The controller is inspired by the first game in the Tomb Raider series, with a design featuring elements of the ancient City of Vilcabamba and the ruins of the Lost Valley.
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The 8BitDo Pro 3 Bluetooth Gamepad is compatible with Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PC, SteamOS, Android, and Apple, making it versatile and not limited to one platform. Pre-orders for the new Nintendo Switch 2 controller are available now, and it’s set to release very soon on October 24, 2026 – exactly 30 years to the day after the original Tomb Raider game was released on the Sega Saturn in Europe.
8BitDo Pro 3 Bluetooth Gamepad Tomb Raider 30th Anniversary Edition Key Features
- Tomb Raider visual theme with Lost Valley-inspired design
- Swappable ball-top joystick caps inspired by Lara Croft’s iconic teal tank top
- Supports Android, Apple, PC, Switch, and Switch 2
It’s not the only way Tomb Raider is planning to mark its upcoming 30th anniversary. On October 27, a new book named Chronicles of the Tomb Raider is set to release, looking back on the franchise’s entire history. It’s a huge milestone for the franchise, and the fact that it remains relevant after all this time is a testament to its consistent quality over the years.
While it’s good to look back at the past, there’s undoubtedly an exciting future ahead for Tomb Raider, too. The upcoming Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis releases in February 2027, a full remake of the original game in Unreal Engine 5. It was recently revealed that Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis appears to have dropped Denuvo, which will be great news to many gamers. There’s also the Tomb Raider TV show starring Sophie Turner to look forward to, which has yet to confirm a release window.
