8BitMods, the creator of the well-known VMUPro, has just unveiled the BitLink DC, a two-part system that turns your Dreamcast into a wireless console. A dongle plugs into the console, an adapter installs inside your original controller, and that’s it. Pre-orders are now open, with delivery expected in the coming months.

The dongle: the console-side receiver

The BitLink DC Dongle plugs into any Dreamcast controller port. It acts as a wireless receiver and offers several advantages: four virtual memory cards so you never run out of space again, a USB-C port to connect wired controllers, and keyboard/mouse support for compatible games such as Quake III Arena or The Typing of the Dead. One important point: one dongle manages only one wireless controller, so if you want to play with four players, you’ll need four.

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The adapter: turning your controller wireless

The BitLink DC Adapter fits into the second port of the controller, where the Rumble Pack used to plug in. Installation requires opening the controller to connect a small internal cable (no soldering required). Once installed, it turns your controller into a wireless version while keeping vibration support thanks to its built-in motor. Its 2200 mAh battery provides several hours of gameplay and can even recharge a connected VMUPro. Bonus: it also works on PC and Mac via Bluetooth.

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Price and availability

The dongle alone costs £27, while the complete kit (dongle + adapter) costs £70. Available in white and black, as reported by Time Extension, they are compatible with official Dreamcast controllers, the Arcade Stick, and the StrikerDC from Retro Fighters.

Sources: 8BitMods, Time Extension, Retro Dodo