Question about CP

[Charlie97L]

ok, so my project got a little off track.  it's still a bartop, but life got in the way and I had to put it on hold.

SO.

what CP layout would you recommend for the following requirements.

-wants to play games like the simpsons, xmen, tmnt, sf2 (1 player)
-also would like to play 4 ways like pac man, dk, etc, but with the control stick usable by the right hand.

normally the CP for those beatem ups has the control stick on the left, so this has me stumped a little.  2 sticks?  1 stick in the center with the CP really button heavy on the right side?

opinions/suggestions?  thanks!

[Gatt]

Either...

1.  Standard double-joystick pattern,  joystick-spread of 6 buttons-joystick,  total width being around 12-14".

2.  Modular.

3.  Swappable panels.

Those are pretty much your only options.  Shifting everything over to the right's going to feel weird.  Your natural inclination is to center your body to the controls,  shifting to the right means your body is almost going to have to turn to center itself.  So you'll either feel like you have a weird neck position or hand position,  and it's not going to be satisfactory.

TBH,  I'm becoming a big fan of modular design.  It's a bit harder,  but the payoff in not making comprimises  is worth it IMO.  Additionally,  that design allows you to add a trackball or spinner down the road if you find yourself wanting one,  without forcing a complete redesign and rebuild.  Sacrifice is a small increase in cost,  and an initial investment of more time,  plus no artwork.

[Charlie97L]

Thanks for the input.

I'm using a bartop kit, so unfortunately modular isn't an option.  

That standard double joystick pattern sounds like the way to go.  I appreciate it!

this is purely for my fiancee, i'm saving the trackball/fighter machine etc for the fullsize i'm going to start speccing out soon.

Charlie