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Thread: Joysticks 101: Buyers Guide
charben
Sat Aug 07, 2004 7:21 pm
#40
I have used a CH stick ever since I started playing the old X-wing game on the computer. I currently use the CH F-16 Combatstick. It's build like a tank and has a great feel and response. Very precise and solid.
Darth_Toast1018
Sat Aug 07, 2004 7:49 pm
#41
I just got the Saitek X45, ITS AWESOME!!!! Highly recommended1
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RAG88
Sat Aug 07, 2004 8:50 pm
#42
I have a Logitech Wingman Attack 2 and I would just not recommend it.
I don't like the way the stick moves at all, nor the buttons on the base, nor the trigger, nor the lack of a hat button, nor the way the base slides around.
I have a much older Microsoft Sidewinder 3D Pro which I definitely prefer.
Phazorn
Sun Aug 08, 2004 1:43 am
#43
I still have my Saitek X36 from my mechwarrior days. Its exactly the same as the x45. This is a great setup to use but will depend largely on the UI programming interface. Wait for a review before you purchase this setup because its mode switches may interfere with programming
DarthDominus
Sun Aug 08, 2004 5:36 am
#45
I have a Thrustmaster "Top Gun" with Force Feedback. Completely excellent. Hands down the best joystick I've ever used.
bmeenan
Sun Aug 08, 2004 10:23 am
#46
Great post Dronayus!
One question for everyone - Has any considered the use a gamepad for JTL? As strange as it might sound, many offer pc enabled gamepads. I'm sort of wondering if being able to sit back in my chair not have to sit up connected to a stick would be of value. Of course, using a joystick would have a better "flying" feel, but I was just wondering if anyone else had considered this option or maybeven used a gamepad for a PC based game.
Dronayus
Sun Aug 08, 2004 1:15 pm
#47
game pads work same way as a joystick in t he sence its very much all programable. But there is a certain "feel" that a joystick brings that a gamepad does not. Joysticks are built for flying and gives you the "inside the cockpit" feel. I personally use a gamepad for games like BF1942 that has flight in it but the feel of a stick in your hands beats a gamepad hands down. If people are interested in seeing pads, i can surely place some up along with the sticks. Also, joysticks are built for flying more than a gamepad is, which is why an average stick comes with a throttle. Gamepads are built around a "works for any kinda game your into" premise but a stick is for when you are a real flight fan and want to basically own the skies in whatever flight game your playing. I'm seriously considering the Logitech 3D Extreme Pro over the Logitech Freedom 2.4 Cordless Joystick. Both sticks seem to function the same way, just one is wireless and cost $30 to $40 bucks more depending on your vendor. Though i am all for wireless stuff, i really dont want to be worrying about battery life since i plan of playing JTL heavly.
Message Edited by Dronayus on 08-08-2004 04:26 PM
JediKnightCZ
Sun Aug 08, 2004 4:54 pm
#48
Too bad I can't connect my trusty Dual Shock 2 to my PC.
I am gonna stick with Logitech3D Extreme Pro, as I really like it.
Thefuzz11
Sun Aug 08, 2004 6:09 pm
#49
At least I'm not the only person with the 3D Pro... Oh and I like it because it has that handy little button under your thumb that makes your BF life so much better!
Oh and I like it because it has that handy little button under your thumb that makes your BF life so much better!
Blu_Haze
Sun Aug 08, 2004 7:08 pm
#50
JediKnightCZ wrote:
Too bad I can't connect my trusty Dual Shock 2 to my PC.
I am gonna stick with Logitech3D Extreme Pro, as I really like it.
If you're talking about the Playstation Dual Shock 2 controller, you can hook it up to your PC with a simple adapter and some drivers, such as this.
In fact, most console controllers can be hooked up to a PC from the old NES controllers to the modern Xbox, GC, and PS2 controllers.
MattDaComputerGuy
Sun Aug 08, 2004 7:26 pm
#51
Methous wrote:I also just noticed that the Logitech® Attack™ 3 Joystick wasn't added lol might be worth looking at
Thats my joystick, and it works absolutely wonderfully!! It has 4 buttons and a trigger on the top part of the stick, as well as a throttle bar, and 6 buttons around the base of the stick. All buttons are fully-programmable. Its comfortable, and effective.
Zwaggah
Mon Aug 09, 2004 12:39 pm
#52
My favorite joystick is the Logitech Force 3D. Very comfortable to hold for long periods of time, easy access buttons (7 buttons, including trigger and an 8-way hat switch), beautiful force feedback (the main reason I got it) and it has 3 axises. Pretty cheep too, I think it cost me 60 USD at Compusa.