Game Outlet Europe, an independent distributor of video games and gaming accessories and part of Embracer Freemode, has announced the shipping of new European layouts for the 8BitDo Retro Mechanical Keyboard across the EU.
A love letter to the days of classic gaming, the 8BitDo Retro Mechanical Keyboard fuses retro styling with modern technology, and now comes in five new European layouts.
The new QWERTZ, AZERTY, ES, and NORD layouts are available in nostalgic retro grey and red colours, known simply as the ‘N’ design, while the UK layout comes in a Commodore-inspired colour scheme with the ‘C64’ design. With 80’s inspired fonts and a separate oversized 8BitDo Dual Super Button Unit, European gamers will feel instantly at home with a mechanical keyboard that’s both practical, familiar, and designed to be noticed.
- 8BitDo Mechanical Keyboard – N Ed. (German QWERTZ Layout)
- 8BitDo Mechanical Keyboard – N Ed. (French AZERTY Layout)
- 8BitDo Mechanical Keyboard – N Ed. (Spanish ES Layout)
- 8BitDo Mechanical Keyboard – N Ed. (Nordic NORD Layout)
- 8BitDo Mechanical Keyboard – C64 Ed. (British UK Layout)
“8BitDo began shipping the Retro Mechanical Keyboard across Europe in 2023 to great success.” said David Karlsson, CEO of GOE. “Demand for European-style layouts was high, and now we’re excited to launch a mechanical keyboard for our European customers that is tailor-made for their region, offering both incredible function and a unique retro style.”
About the 8BitDo Retro Mechanical Keyboard
The 8BitDo Retro Mechanical Keyboard is compatible with both PC Windows™ and Android™, and features a variety of connectivity options including Bluetooth, Wireless 2.4GHz (via an included USB dongle) and wired USB for those who prefer a wired connection. Programmable buttons also feature on the keyboard, supporting n-key rollover, and they’re customisable via the 8BitDo Ultimate Software V2, available to download for free online.
8BitDo have ensured that each and every key press is met with extreme accuracy. An 87-button key bed, with top mounted styling and mechanical Kailh Box switches feature on the keyboard, with dye-sublimation PBT keycaps with MDA-like height. Known for their incredible accuracy and durability, the mechanical keys are ideal for gamers demanding the highest levels of precision.
The separate 8BitDo Dual Super Button Unit, which comes included with the keyboard, features two oversized action buttons which can also be programmed to activate user chosen commands or shortcuts.
The 8BitDo Retro Mechanical Keyboard is distributed across the EU by Game Outlet Europe and is available for an SRP of €99.99 / £85.99.
