Game Outlet Europe, an independent distributor of video games and gaming accessories and part of Embracer Freemode, announced today the shipping of 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, a match made in heaven for those looking to stylise their gaming setups or workstations!
Available in a choice of two distinct colour schemes gamers can choose between a red and gold ‘Fami’ design, or classic grey and red colours, known simply as ‘N’. With 80’s inspired fonts and a separate oversized 8BitDo Dual Super Button Unit, gamers will feel instantly at home with a mechanical keyboard that’s both practical and designed to be noticed.
No mere looker, the 8BitDo® Retro Mechanical Keyboard is loaded with technology ensuring it can keep up with the most demanding of gaming or work uses. Compatible with both PC Windows™ and Android™, the 8BitDo® Retro Mechanical Keyboard 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.
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.
8BitDo has 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.
Commenting on the EU shipping of the Retro Mechanical Keyboard, David Karlsson, CEO of GOE said, “8BitDo introduced the Retro Mechanical Keyboard across North America last year and it’s proven to be massively popular with fans of retro gaming and indeed all who value an accurate and reliable mechanical keyboard. We’re thrilled to bring the keyboard to EU gamers where we know demand is high, and we’re happy that retro enthusiasts get to scratch the nostalgia itch across the EU.”
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.
For more information on the 8BitDo® Retro Mechanical Keyboard, please visit: https://www.8bitdo.com/retro-mechanical-keyboard/
