
If you already picked up the Forza Horizon 6 limited edition Xbox controller, 8BitDo has a matching charging dock that completes the look. The accessory maker officially launched the dock after opening pre-orders back in mid-April. It costs $34.99 and comes with a rechargeable battery pack and a custom Forza-branded battery door. The dock is officially licensed by Xbox and built in collaboration with Forza Horizon 6, so the design carries the same Horizon Festival energy as the controller it was made to pair with.
Price: $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 filling up immediately, no cables needed. It fully charges a controller in about three hours and includes a 1100mAh NiMH rechargeable battery pack so you are not dealing with disposable AAs anymore. You can pick it up now from 8BitDo’s shop or Amazon.
What’s in the box
The dock ships 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 also includes the charging dock itself, which uses magnetic contact charging to hold the controller in place while it fills up. The dock sits low on your desk or entertainment center and keeps the controller angled for easy grab-and-go access.
The battery door carries the Forza Horizon 6 visual theme, so it matches the limited edition controller that Microsoft released alongside the game. The translucent shell elements and custom color accents from the controller carry over to the battery door design. If you skipped the controller, the dock still works with any Xbox Series X|S wireless controller. You just will not get the matching aesthetic.
Charging speed and how it works
8BitDo says the dock fully charges a controller in about three hours. That is about in line with other Xbox charging docks on the market, though actual charge time depends on how depleted the battery is when you drop the controller in. The 1100mAh capacity should deliver about the same playtime you would get from a quality set of alkaline AAs.
The dock uses magnetic contact charging, which means the controller snaps into place and the charging pins align automatically. There is no need to plug a cable into the controller itself. You just set the controller down and charging starts immediately.
An LED indicator on the dock shows when the controller is charging and when it is full. The dock also includes adjustable ambient lighting so you can dial the brightness to match your setup. 8BitDo built in charging overload protection, which should help preserve the battery’s lifespan over repeated charge cycles.
Design and official licensing
This is not a third-party knockoff. The dock is officially licensed by Xbox and was built in collaboration with Forza Horizon 6. The design language matches the official limited edition controller, which means the translucent shell details and Horizon Festival visual energy carry over to your charging setup. Even the dock’s base carries styling cues from the game.
The dock is listed as compatible with Xbox Series X|S wireless controllers. The included Forza-branded battery door is sized for the newer controller shape, so Xbox One compatibility is not confirmed for this limited edition version. If you are on an Xbox One pad, check 8BitDo’s site for compatibility details before buying.
Price and where to buy
The dock is available now through 8BitDo’s official shop and Amazon. Pre-orders opened in mid-April, and the dock is now available to order. The standard non-Forza 8BitDo Xbox charging dock is also available if you do not need the limited edition styling, check 8BitDo’s site for current pricing.
What to watch next
8BitDo typically drops bundle deals around major shopping events, so keep an eye out for discounts during 2026 Prime Day or Black Friday if you are not in a rush. The company also has a history of releasing limited edition accessories in small batches, which means this Forza-themed dock could sell out without much warning. Microsoft has not announced a matching charging dock of its own, and 8BitDo’s offering is one of the first officially licensed charging accessories to carry the Forza Horizon 6 theme.
Price: $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.



