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4 way - 8 way
GeoMan:
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Because it is programmable so it can support almost any game... (even those requiring analog control).
haynor666:
It has prons and cons:
Build on Sanwa JLW-TM-8 which is far worse than Sanwa JLF-TP-8YT. It's movement is very muddy compared to JLF also spring it's quite hard in comparsion to JLF. Shaft available is only long version (not suitable for metal panels). But this analog joystick can be programmed in 4,8 way or even 1 way. Maps can be customized which is quite handy when You are switching from shmups to beat'em up games. You don't need any extra encoder - 8 buttons can be directly connected to it's interface.
There is alternative - Magenta Analog to Digital Programmable Joystick. Based on JLF it is also programable joystick when You can create custom maps but it does not have analog mode - outputs only digital pressings. Playing Sinistar or any other game that require analog will not be exactly authentic.
Just to remind - MAME has also custom maps for analog stick ;)
BadMouth:
I hate the light spring of the JLF, probably because it is so different from any real arcade game I ever played in my youth. I have JLFs in my cab, but it took a LOT of experimenting with different modifications to get them to feel right to me. For a classic feel, the JLW feels more correct right out of the box IMO.
haynor666:
It's a matter of sentiment and preference. I still have original NOS WICO with leafs and this joystick I prefer but since it's hard to repair it and find parts I keep it still in the box.
JLW in my box replaced spring for lighter. Original was not so good - joystick was really stiff.
Zeosstud:
The GRS 4 - 8 way switcher is fantastic but you need 3 or 4 lb springs also.