The Nintendo 64 marks its 30th anniversary on June 23, 2026, and accessory maker 8BitDo has released concrete details for two N64-inspired peripherals: the Retro 87 Keyboard and a Wave Blue edition of the Ultimate 2 controller.
Both products were first surfaced in images online and have now been confirmed by 8BitDo with pricing and shipping information.
8BitDo has listed the Retro 87 Keyboard at $99.99 on its store, with shipping scheduled to commence on August 14, 2026.
The company also confirmed the Wave Blue Ultimate 2 controller will retail for $59.99.
According to 8BitDo, the Ultimate 2 package includes a charging dock and hardware features such as TMR analog sticks and Hall Effect triggers, components intended to improve durability and input fidelity for PC and mobile use.
Design and compatibility
The Retro 87 Keyboard adopts N64-themed keycaps and a transparent Wave Blue casing, featuring yellow arrow keys that reference the console s C-buttons, blue and green keys reflecting A/B colors, and a red control key as a color nod to the original hardware.
The Wave Blue Ultimate 2 controller applies the same casing color and a colored ABXY layout as a visual callback to the Nintendo 64. 8BitDo s product notes indicate the devices are designed primarily for PC and mobile platforms, and the Ultimate 2 uses an Xbox-style ABXY layout.
Reaction and reporting
Initial images of the products were reported by Retro Dodo and appeared on the Chinese site Portal IT Tome before 8BitDo s pricing announcement.
Observers greeted the designs with visible enthusiasm, noting the nostalgic color references and the coordinated Wave Blue aesthetic across the keyboard and controller.
What this means for fans
The confirmed price points and August shipping window make both items immediate options for collectors and players looking to mark the N64 s 30th anniversary. 8BitDo s announcement delivers verified details on cost, ship date, and hardware specs such as TMR sticks and Hall Effect triggers, allowing interested buyers to make informed purchase decisions through 8BitDo s official storefront.
For more updates on release windows and regional availability, consult 8BitDo s store listings or official communications.
Both products were first surfaced in images online and have now been confirmed by 8BitDo with pricing and shipping information.
8BitDo has listed the Retro 87 Keyboard at $99.99 on its store, with shipping scheduled to commence on August 14, 2026.
The company also confirmed the Wave Blue Ultimate 2 controller will retail for $59.99.
According to 8BitDo, the Ultimate 2 package includes a charging dock and hardware features such as TMR analog sticks and Hall Effect triggers, components intended to improve durability and input fidelity for PC and mobile use.
Design and compatibility
The Retro 87 Keyboard adopts N64-themed keycaps and a transparent Wave Blue casing, featuring yellow arrow keys that reference the console s C-buttons, blue and green keys reflecting A/B colors, and a red control key as a color nod to the original hardware.
The Wave Blue Ultimate 2 controller applies the same casing color and a colored ABXY layout as a visual callback to the Nintendo 64. 8BitDo s product notes indicate the devices are designed primarily for PC and mobile platforms, and the Ultimate 2 uses an Xbox-style ABXY layout.
Reaction and reporting
Initial images of the products were reported by Retro Dodo and appeared on the Chinese site Portal IT Tome before 8BitDo s pricing announcement.
Observers greeted the designs with visible enthusiasm, noting the nostalgic color references and the coordinated Wave Blue aesthetic across the keyboard and controller.
What this means for fans
The confirmed price points and August shipping window make both items immediate options for collectors and players looking to mark the N64 s 30th anniversary. 8BitDo s announcement delivers verified details on cost, ship date, and hardware specs such as TMR sticks and Hall Effect triggers, allowing interested buyers to make informed purchase decisions through 8BitDo s official storefront.
For more updates on release windows and regional availability, consult 8BitDo s store listings or official communications.
