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| Dmod:
For simplicity of the user interface, I don't think you can beat the Ultrastik 360s. My machine will be mostly used by kids and guests, and I don't think they'd ever figure out how/when to switch the joystick around. With the U360 this can all be handled by software via the front end. There's also the added benefit that (since it's inherently analog) it can also be used as a flight stick. You do lose that real arcade sense of restricted motion on the stick for 4/8 way but, at least for me, that was less of a priority compared to ease of use. |
| mvolke1:
I have Ultimarc's Mag Stick Plus, and I have been very happy with it. I was a little confused on how to get it to switch at first, but once I did it ended up being cake. It has a short throw, which I like. I have the bat handles, which come standard. I haven't had any problems and have been very please. I also got their 2.25 inch trackball, buttons, Ipac and OptPac, and like all of them. The Mag Stick Plus also has the advantage of no buttons or switches on your control panel and doesn't take up a lot of space. I have a cocktail, so space is very tight. The GGG switchable plays nice, as others have said, but it takes up more room and has a switch that is visable on the control panel. |
| fatfingers:
If you're interested in some Mag-Stik plusses, I have two of them (blue). |
| MameMaster!:
I like my Groovy Game Gear Retro Ball Top 4/8.....I have 2! |
| Aurich:
I agree, go Ultrastik 360, having software switch for you is so much better. I really only design cabs for myself, and don't worry about what other people will think when they play, but even with that attitude knowing I don't need to explain how/when to switch to a guest, or have to check which way it's set up when I fire up a game is great. Plus you get the added benefit of a real Q-Bert layout, which no other physical switching stick can do. |
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