Questions for Joystick Users

[Neuroth]

Using parts other than Sanwa (i.e. really off-brand parts) is not recommended. Sanwa buttons have a very fast response (they can activate if you blow on them- somewhat true, and somewhat an exaggeration, but you understand).

Do you find it easier to do sliding inputs (like agA) on a stick?

 

[DrakeAldan]

I'm bad at a : g : A no matter what I'm using.

But it'd probably be easier on stick, yes.

 

[Grey.Wolf]

I'm an FPS gamer primarily and have been so since I was an adolescent (didn't have a chance as a child). I'm right hand dominant and I lack coordination in my thumbs as do most humans because thumbs were evolutionarily designed for grasping objects. I type at 120 WPM though after an injury it reaches only 80 WPM.

As you can see, my right arm and fingers are dexterous due to training. Haha, it is training regardless if you enjoy it or not. So, I play with an arcade stick with my right arm and the buttons with my left hand. I tested both ways and I'm still better playing this way. As I said, I'm a peculiar person in this fighting game scene.

 

[Sectus]

I think it's primarily more accurate, especially when compared to the 360 where you've got a very unreliable d-pad. Having a finger per button means you don't have to rely on shoulder buttons as well. If you've never used an analog stick, there's quite a bit of a learning curve though. If you feel comfortable with what you're using right now, you might as well stick to it.

 

[DrakeAldan]

If you've got a 360 pad DEFINITELY either buy an aftermarket pad or switch to stick ASAP.

360 pad is hot garbage... for fighters, anyway.