If you’ve already picked up a limited edition Forza Horizon 6 Xbox controller, 8BitDo has a matching charging dock that completes the look. The accessory maker officially launched the dock after opening pre-orders in mid-April. It costs $34.99 and comes with a rechargeable battery pack and Forza’s trademark battery door. The dock is officially licensed by Xbox and developed in collaboration with Forza Horizon 6, so the design carries the same capabilities of Horizon Festival as the controller it was paired with.
Amount: $34.99
Where to Buy: amazon
The dock works with Xbox Series X|S wireless controllers and uses magnetic contact charging, you just set the controller down and it starts charging instantly, no wires needed. It fully charges the controller in about three hours and includes a 1100mAh NiMH rechargeable battery pack so you don’t have to deal with disposable AAs anymore. You can download it now from the 8BitDo store or from Amazon.
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What’s in the box
The dock comes with everything you need to convert your Xbox wireless controller from disposable AAs to rechargeable power. You get a 1100mAh NiMH rechargeable battery pack and a Forza-branded battery door that replaces the standard AA battery cover on your Xbox Series X|S controller. 8BitDo includes the charging dock itself, which uses magnetic charging to hold the controller in place when charging. The dock sits on the bottom of your desk or entertainment center and keeps the controller upright for easy access.
The battery door carries the visual theme of Forza Horizon 6, so it matches the limited edition controller released by Microsoft alongside the game. Bright shell elements and custom color accents from the controller carry over to the battery door design. If you skipped a controller, the dock still works with any Xbox Series X|S wireless controller. You just won’t find the same beauty.
Charging speed and how it works
8BitDo says the dock fully charges the controller in about three hours. That’s about in line with other Xbox charging docks on the market, though actual charging time depends on how much battery you drain when you plug in the controller. The 1100mAh capacity should deliver about the same playtime you would get from a quality set of Alkaline AAs.
The dock uses magnetic touch charging, which means the controller snaps into place and the charging pins align automatically. There is no need to connect the cable to the controller itself. You simply set the controller down and charging starts immediately.
An LED display on the dock shows when the controller is charging and when it’s full. The dock also includes adjustable ambient lighting so you can dial in the brightness to match your setup. 8BitDo has built-in overcharge protection, which should help preserve battery life over repeated charge cycles.
Design and legal licenses
This is not a third party collision. The dock is officially licensed by Xbox and developed in collaboration with Forza Horizon 6. The design language is similar to the official controller of the limited edition, which means that the details of the light shell and the visual power of Horizon Festival are transferred to your charge. Even the dock background has stylistic cues from the game.
The dock is listed as compatible with Xbox Series X|S wireless controllers. Forza’s trademark built-in battery door is limited to the new controller, so Xbox One compatibility is not guaranteed for this limited edition version. If you’re on an Xbox One pad, check the 8BitDo site for compatibility information before purchasing.
Price and where to buy
The dock is available now through the official 8BitDo store and Amazon. Pre-orders opened in mid-April, and the dock is now available to order. A non-Forza 8BitDo Xbox charging dock is available and if you don’t need the limited style, check the 8BitDo site for current pricing.
What to watch next
8BitDo often drops bulk deals around major shopping events, so keep an eye out for discounts during Big Day 2026 or Black Friday if you’re not in a hurry. The company also has a history of releasing limited-edition accessories in small batches, meaning this Forza-themed booth could sell out without much warning. Microsoft hasn’t announced a similar charging dock, and 8BitDo’s offering is one of the first officially licensed charging docks to carry the Forza Horizon 6 theme.
Amount: $34.99
Where to Buy: amazon
If you need a charging solution right now, the standard 8BitDo Xbox charging dock is also available. It offers the same 1100mAh battery and magnetic charging hardware, just without the Forza Horizon 6 branding.
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