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16.2.2012

I was really worried. I have been playing BF3 since its release and I was fed up with using a mouse and keyboard for flying helis well the NT52 Bellin gamers pad - and wanted to use a joystick. However, I thought why get something expensive when it is only for one game. So I read reviews of joysticks and it appeared that there were real issues with BF3 and joysticks. One Joystick that seemed to be work under certain circumstances was the Saitek Cyborg V.1 stick; so I bought it from Amazon (I haven't reviewed the wrong product - read on....)When it arrived I opened it with excitement (I still feel like a kid at heart), plugged it in and that is where my woes started.This is not a review about that stick so I shan't say any more about it other than I returned it as it didn't work for me. This now made me think if there was any joystick that would work. I hadn't originally wanted to spend too much on a joystick when I would only use it for one game.After much reading of reviews and forums I decided that there didn't seem to be a decent joystick at all (for BF3) however, I had since purchased Apache Assault and Microsoft Flight sim X and had more reason to pay a little extra. So I thought I would take a chance on the Thrustmaster HOTAS x as even if it didn't work with BF3, it does with the others... and it works with the PS3 which I also have. The stick itself looked good and had plenty of features and buttons that I fancied with a separate throttle instead of a little lever that so many cheaper joysticks have. So I paid my £33 and waited with anticipation as I really didn't know if I could get it working with BF3.The Joystick arrived and I rushed to unpack it and plug it in (after joining the two main pieces; throttle and joystick; together as I prefer that configuration which sits nicely between my mouse and gaming pad). I checked it worked in windows with no drivers loaded and it seemed fine. I loaded up BF3 and..........nothing. It didn't work. I had already followed instructions that other people had suggested such as removing all joystick commands from the soldier and land vehicle control assignments with the saitek. However, there was something I noticed in windows when I looked at the device. Not only was the Thrustmaster listed but also a VIRTUAL HID device which I am assuming had been loaded when I had plugged other joypads and things in in the past. So I went into device manager and disabled the VIRTUAL HID device which I actually thought might affect the nt52 but it didn't and tried to assign the joystick axes and buttons within BF3. It worked! BF3 recognised the joystick and buttons and I was able to use it to control the helicopters; it worked like a charm (for some reason the jet controls are inverted but then I don't fly the jets and if you want to invert the controls for jets you can but the helicopters will probably not be set up how you would like).The feeling of the throttle which is light and good for bf3 so you can respond quickly meant I could react to events in the game as I had with the keyboard but also have a analogue control rather than on or off like you get with keys. I turned the resistance for the joystick to minimum and again this gave me a great degree of control and now I am almost as good with the joystick and throttle as I was with the mouse and keyboard (I have only had it one day - so I see that as excellent progress).The stick itself seems very sturdy to me and is a massive improvement over the saitek for £13 more! it looks really great and although some of the buttons are not in the best places for me, there are enough so you can use those that work for you. If you want to you can "move" the buttons about, What that means is that you can assign the button numbers to different buttons if certain games don't give you the option to assign controls. I don't need to do that so I probably won't use the function.One thing I really like is that the rudder control can be managed with the lever on the throttle or twisting the joystick (you can turn a small to disable) and for some reason I use both to control the rudder. If you are happy using just one or the other to control the rudder you can separate the functions so that the lever and the twisting of the stick are seen as separate axes. I found the whole stick to be very flexible, incredibly sturdy (when joined together they are quite weighty).For me it is everything and more than I could have hoped for and I am a very happy customer.
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4.7.2013

This is not the greatest joystick in the world. If you're a serious gamer who is looking for a joystick which will get a lot of use, in all honesty I'd probably skip this one.However if - like me - you only have one or two games which you'll use this joystick with, and are only looking for a pretty cheap and cheerful joystick to get the job done, then you can't go wrong with this one at all. For £15 this stick is fantastic in my opinion. It worked perfectly straight out of the box (although I realise this has little to do with the joystick itself and more with the operating system and game you're playing), and after a few days of play I would thoroughly recommend it to anyone whose budget is less than £30.The movement is smooth,the button placement is sensible and ergonomic (more on that later though), and the rubber pads on the base are excellent at keeping the stick still while playing (it does tend to lift off slightly when the stick is moved to the extremes as the base isn't very heavy, but this is rarely a genuine problem). There's also very little 'wobble' in the idle position.As for the buttons, there's obviously a trigger and a yellow and black striped alternate trigger in the usual places (in front and on top), plus a 'hat' style thumb-operated d-pad on the top left (which works very well indeed). There's a third button on the top too, to the right of the alt trigger. A fourth button is located on the side just above (but IMO not above enough!) where your trigger finger rests, which is useful for things like zooming or targeting. Of course there's also a throttle operated with the other hand.There is no designated rudder control, though in the one game I own where that's an issue I was able to rebind the x-axis of the 'hat' to act as the rudder with no issues.Now for the cons:- Admittedly, I have rather large hands, but my middle finger rubs against the trigger, usually resulting in the trigger becoming stuck 'on' until I move my finger. Also my thumb doesn't fit in the moulded groove designed for it. It's not terribly uncomfortable, just slightly irritating, and once you're engrossed in a game it's not even noticeable to be honest.- It's annoyingly easy to accidentally press the button on the right (under your trigger finger) while firing, so don't bind it to anything important like missiles.- The trigger doesn't actually move in very far when pulled, which is hardly the end of the world but isn't as satisfying as it could be. Especially as due to the size of my hands my trigger finger only actually presses the top part of it, which obviously presses down even less far.As you can probably tell by the insignificance of my gripes, I absolutely love this thing. For a budget controller it's unbeatable IMO.
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12.8.2010

I have had this product for many months now and have been using it quite a lot on my PC. I have used it on both the featured games HAWX and FSX on PC platform, although I have yet to try it on my PS3.Installation was very easy. I have tried it on a three year old Dell running Vista 32-bit and it really was as easy as plug and play. I had no problems configuring/calibrating it. I also use it on my new home build running Windows 7 64-bit and similarly have no complaints. There is no need for a CD to install the drivers are onboard and ready to go.It performs very well on HAWX, there are so many buttons on it that you never need to use the keyboard whilst playing (even for menu etc.).In fact for some things such as flares I use 2 buttons, one for each hand. This is very flexible in this way and can be configured to anyone's preferences. This game also makes use of the fifth axis on the throttle side (for example changing weapons). There is also the option to have different preconfigured controls.It has also handled sublimely on FSX. It picks up the default axes very well and assigns them to pitch, roll, yaw, thrust, etc. I have yet to have found use for the fifth axis on this game so I keep it in four axis mode. In this, compared to a basic joystick, the extra buttons allow for versatility to set flap settings or toggle gear. I found this a real improvement from my Microsoft Sidewinder (which is well over a decade old!) which had served my flight simulation until then. The throttle quadrant is a must and makes controlling the aircraft a lot easier compared to the usual slider you get. I have also used it extensively on FS9 and it also works very well on this.I have encountered a few problems, however. I find the 3 and 4 buttons, which are usually used for trimming in flight simulation or targetting in combat games, to sometimes get stuck which can often leave you doing too much trim or cycling past the target you desire. There also seems to be quite a large null-zone at times before the joystick responds to your inputs making precise controlling difficult. I have found this problem more prevalent in HAWX than Microsoft Flight Simulator but I am not sure if this is due to the nature of the flying or the software.Overall I really enjoyed this throttle and did not regret spending the reasonable £30 to upgrade to it --- neither will you! In fact, when I first saw the price I thought it was too good to be true, seeing the high price offered by competitors such as Saitek charging £80 plus. This will give you a decent quality joystick and throttle quadrant which is foolproof in installing and using for a very decent price.
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16.1.2015

I was torn between this and the much more expensive X52 when I was looking for a HOTAS joystick to replace my old Saitek Cyborg. In the end I figured it was worth a shot at the price, and I'm very glad I took the plunge. For the money this is really an excellent stick, far heftier and well made than I thought it would be.The stick comes boxed in two parts and you can join them together if you're so inclined. I imagine pretty much everyone will leave them separated with just the cable between them for more comfortable positioning. Joined together they'd be too close for comfort and I don't think it's an option I'll ever use. My only gripe with the stick would be the rather odd styling of the bases.It looks ok when a single unit, but separated they've each got that one large lobe sticking out. I'd have preferred they went the same way as the X52 and just has square bases instead.The stick only has 4 buttons and an 8 position hat switch, the throttle has the other 8 usable buttons. The placement of the buttons is nice and very comfortable to use once you get used to them. The throttle buttons are activated mostly by the thumb or forefinger, with a rocker switch under your other fingers which can be used as a rudder or slider switch. The joystick itself also has a twist action rudder setting that you can use instead.The buttons are all numbered, a touch I really appreciate as it makes custom mapping much easier to set up. There's also a couple of buttons for doing custom mapping which allow you to have two setups on the HOTAS buttons. You could set up all the buttons for one mode, then switch to a completely different mode at the press of a button. This is similar to the X52 again, which has 3 such presets. I don't think I'll ever use it, but its nice to have.The stick itself feels very taught and you can adjust the tension with a rotating disc on the underside of the base unit. It doesn't move as far as my old Saitek and feels very responsive in comparison. Dead zones seem fine and I'm not fighting it trying to stay centered or making small adjustments in course. The throttle is smooth and a tiny bit lighter in operation than I would like but there's no way to adjust the tension of that. There's a detente at 50%, right in the middle of the throw, and this works out just great for Elite:Dangerous as it sits right at 0% throttle.In short this is a superb stick for the money. The only things I'd ask to change would be the shape of the base unit and add another hat switch somewhere.
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7.5.2010

Possibly the worst thing about this joystick is the name! Surely they could have come up with something a little snappier?Still, thats the worst thing I have to say about this stick.I bought it a few weeks ago as a replacement for my Saitek X-52, which I'd had for a couple of years, but was developing faults in some of the switches. Also, the drivers played havoc with other parts of my computer, most notably the mouse.Considering I paid under £30 for this (although it was advertised under a slightly different description for over £40) I really can't fault it. Incredibly simple to use - just plug it in, let Windows find it and install the drivers and away you go (unlike the Saitek!)Configuring the buttons to use with games such as Lock On and MechWarrior is a breeze. The only thing you have to be careful with is in making sure the "mode" selector is on the right setting. This stick can be used with a PC or Playstation 3, but trying to use it in the wrong mode can cause a good deal of frustration!The only real faults with this stick / throttle combo, after being used to the Saitek's weightier and better designed controls, is that both the joystick and throttle feel very light...although you do get used to this with time. Also the throttle doesn't sit very well in your left hand and some of the buttons can be awkward to reach. This is where its lightness pays off, as you don't need to grip it very hard. Just move it with the palm of your hand, making it easier for your fingers to find the buttons. I probably found it easy to adapt to this stick as I owned a Thrustmaster Top Gun Afterburner some years ago which is almost identical to this. I would also recommend using it with the stick and throttle separated, as I found using them connected became uncomfortable after a while.There are enough buttons to cover all the main functions you'll need with most games, including a very nice rocker switch on the throttle, which will really appeal to mech jockeys (torso twist!).Pros: Price, ease of use, decent number of features, is both PC and PS3 compatible.Cons: Controls feel light and not as ergonomic as more expensive sticks. Not as many features as higher priced sticks / flight controllers.That said, I am very happy with this stick as it offers nearly all the features of my defunct Saitek stick, without the hassle of installing drivers and programming software, for a fraction of the price. You really can't go wrong with this.
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2.1.2014

I have tried the much more expensive Saitek X52, and recently purchased the Saitek Cessna yoke - but this remains my firm favourite for FSX control. The X52 just felt too 'loose' for general aviation flying (probably a great stick for military jets) and the Cessna yoke was just not as precise or enjoyable and added no benefit (to me anyway) over this T-Flight joystick. I expected this stick to be unused when I got the Cessna yoke system - In the end the yoke was returned to the shop as I preferred the stick. Many GA aircraft and passenger jets use a stick so I don't consider a yoke a 'must have' and the stick is definitely better for more types of aircraft.To be honest with the X52 (and obviously the yoke)you really needed to add a separate rudder pedal setup as they don't have the excellent rocker axis behind the throttle that the T-Flight has, to use for rudder control. You can change the rudder control option within FSX to this rocker switch for a much better experience. This is a very good option for ground movement, and decent enough for rudder control in the air with the T-flight If you fly without auto-rudder. It's definitely the best rudder I have used on a stick - and much better than the twist grip option that is unusable for precise flying in my opinion.The size of this stick also ensures you get a very stable and solid base with an excellent selection of buttons, hat switches, and throttle. I find the stick very precise for general aviation flying within FSX. The throttle is less precise, and kind of jumps slightly too much sometimes between power settings - maybe a result of not having a wide enough range of movement (some performance GA aircraft make this more noticeable) although to be honest I did not really notice this much until I tried the excellent stand-alone Saitek throttle quadrant - which I did keep to use instead of the stick throttle. That throttle alone costs more than the T-Flight - so not surprisingly it performs better when compared to the T-Flight throttle. For most flying the throttle will be fine, and only limited when trying for precise control of power settings in certain aircraft.And another thing, it's durable! I have been using this for 3yrs now and it performs like the day I bought it. There does not seem to be any loss of tension or smoothness of movement that I have noticed.This remains superb value and a great option for FSX.
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23.12.2020

Bought this joystick specifically for playing Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020. It wasn't my first choice by any means but at the time of writing this every other joystick, yoke, throttle control has been sold out or is selling for vastly inflated prices due to such low stock. This joystick was pretty much what was left and also one of the cheapest (I bought for £30) so wasn't expecting much to be honest but thought it "might" be better than a keyboard and mouse at least.Anyway, pleasantly surprised. Took me a while to get it to work with MSFS but this is more down to MSFS I would say. Firstly, it doesn't recognise this joystick specifically and just shows up as "USB Game Controller" however you can still map functions to the joystick.Next issue was I had mapped Ailerons & Elevator left, right, up, down to the joystick (seemed sensible to do it this way) and no matter how sensitive I was with the joystick my plane would not react and then suddenly react violently and ultimately crash within seconds. Playing about with the sensitivity settings made no difference. Finally figured out I need to map to the Ailerons Axis and Elevator Axis instead! This appears to have caught out quite a few people in the MSFS community and I wonder how many joysticks have been returned because of this. Once I got past this problem then the joystick works like a dream. You can also further adjust the sensitivity within the software itself.I have also been able to map the drone camera functions, pause key and brakes to the buttons as well as throttle to slider control to keep keyboard input to a minimum.Finally, like the look, feel and size of the joystick. It's all black except for middle button (a touch of yellow) so matches my black keyboard, mouse, monitors. It doesn't come with any suction pads or means of fixing it to the table so I'm not sure how well this would work with more arcade like games. In the simulator I am only applying gentle movements to the stick.I've read reviews of longevity issues so will update if I encounter these. At the moment very pleased with the purchase. PS I appreciate this review is more how this joystick works with MSFS rather than the joystick itself but giving the popularity of the game right now I'm guessing I'm not the only one who considered buying the joystick for this reason
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4.5.2012

The Thrustmaster USB Joystick is a very comfortable unit which feels good in the hand. Although it has grip pads on the base and is weighty enough to stay planted most of the time, I find on occasion that it will tilt away from my desk during those more 'frantic' maneuvres. I purchased this to play IL-2 Sturmovik Forgotten Battles on my laptop and it has greatly improved the gaming experience.I love the hat control which allows me to snap to eight different view positions within the cockpit, although it is very sensitive and requires a bit of practice to get the feel of it.The trigger and three buttons have a solid, satisfying click but do look and feel a wee bit cheap (remember what you're paying though!).It took me a while to locate button four, which is on the right hand side of the joystick's head. I have found that diverting the trigger finger up is the best way to find it, and have assigned it as a quick switch to gunsight view - ideal for those crucial moments!The thrust lever is a little on the small side, but perfectly adequate for my needs - this is no HOTAS folks!Vista users should note that I have found this device will control my IL-2 title only after User Account Control has been disabled - something you should consider if you plan to have your computer connected to the internet during play.One more note of caution: after purchasing this unit, I realised that I had overlooked the requirement for rudder control of my flight sim - a need which is not met by the Thrustmaster USB. Whilst it's great to have such a comfortable and usable control stick, trying to replicate analogue rudder control by rapid tapping of keys detracts somewhat from the experience.Once I have learned to take off and land my kite without cartwheeling it off the runway, and actually get my bullets to hit something other than thin air, I will probably upgrade to something with a few more buttons, a meatier thrust control and definitely a twist-action rudder (pedals are soooo expensive!!!). Until then, Thrustmaster USB is doing the job.Looking for full immersion piloting? Have a gander at something with rudder control. If you're happy tapping, and don't want to shell out a load of you're hard-earned cash, I can vouch for Thrustmaster USB as a good entry-level choice.Good luck and happy flying!
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10.1.2015

LIke a lot of people I bought this exclusively for and because of Elite Dangerous, and despite a few teething problems it is so far pretty worth it (in fairness, I bought this when it was £35, not £55 as it is at time of this review). Setup is exceptionally quick under Windows 8.1 (plug it into a USB 2.0 port, Windows installs the drivers automatically... a few seconds to a minute later and you're good to go) but fine tuning to get the best experience can take a bit longer.There are a few minor issues. Some people, myself included, have found the throttle initially works in reverse - just invert the binding for that. Some people, myself again included,have found one or more axes to be insensitive and/or sluggish - in this case it is well worth calibrating the device by going to Control Panel, Devices & Printers, right click on T-Flight HOTAS and select Game Settings. In the window that opens select Properties > Settings > Calibrate and run through the instructions. You should then find the stick responds more effectively and precisely in game.Another slight issue I've had is the units shifting on the surface - during times of vigorous use such as combat (and a few particularly hairy dockings) I've found the stick unit can shift a little, but this will likely depend on surface and during combat in particular I keep the throttle at a single setting so I can free my left hand to steady the stick unit. I've also found the throttle is a slightly odd, clunky shape but I adapted to it very quickly.Overall I'm very happy with it. In ED I used the various combat training scenarios to test and fine tune the stick and throttle and get used to it, and after maybe two hours I'm comfortable and happy with it - and I've already noted a significant improvement in my combat ability compared to pure keyboard use, particularly my use of yaw (the stick twists to yaw quite easily and comfortably, and the throttle has a rocker switch that is equally easy to use) and how frequently I hit the target.This is a well made, well designed and user friendly way of enhancing your game experience. Given the option I would prefer more buttons and a slightly more ergonomic throttle but all things considered it is a good device for the price.
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26.8.2017

I used to have a Saitek X52 which was a very good joystick - unfortunately, it was and is quite expensive and I couldn't quite justify spending so much when I got the flight sim bug again recently after a few years.The Hotas X is not quite as solid as the X52, and it doesn't have quite so many buttons and hats, but it is about a third of the price. I love it - the entire design ethos seems to have been "let's build it with a budget, but make it as good as we can".The stick is solid and responsive (with an adjustment wheel underneath). The throttle has a useful midway detent. And unlike some cheaper sticks it has a twist rudder as well. The base is not exactly heavy, but it's wide enough to provide good support.Again - they've stripped out some premium features, but made the basics work as well as you could want.As other reviewers have noted, one downside is the short cable between the two sections if you want the throttle on your left and the stick on your right (especially to match up with Elite Dangerous). It's just about long enough, but you end up with the cable stretched over you which is a little awkward. It seems like it was designed to be used on a desk in front of you, and it's a shame they didn't use a detachable cable like some other designs that you could swap out.I've been using it with DCS World where it works great - I was worried I'd miss the extra buttons and wheels of the X52, but it really does work as a good HOTAS since I rarely have to resort to the keyboard. Buttons-wise, there's a trigger, a second button for the trigger-finger, a hat-stick and two buttons on top of the joystick - together these are good for launching/switching weapons and slewing/locking sensors. The throttle has three big thumb buttons (useful for switching modes/sensors), a little thumb button I use for countermeasures, plus two finger buttons I use as clutch/modifier buttons which essentially triple the number of functions. On the throttle base are two more buttons I use for flap settings.If you can afford a Saitek X52, you probably won't think twice about getting one. But if you're unsure, get the Hotas X - you won't even notice what you're missing.
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20.8.2016

Totally loving this joystick, works great with the new ELITE game. It comes with a detachable, real-sized and ergonomic throttle control, I have found this to be highly accurate and you can adjust the resistance. The wide hand-rest makes for a comfortable grip during game play and a weighted base helps to keep it stable. And I love the internal memory which allows you to save your programmed settings.PROsDetachable throttle controlDirect configuration for immediate takeoff!! (Cool or what)Entirely programmable for PC and (PS3 - I can't test this as I don't have one)Its Plug & Play (Litterally and Ive no issues with any version of Windows from 7 upwards)Extremely easy to useDual-system control- you can rotate the handle or by tiltingHigh-precision with adjustable resistance - reminds me of my older force feedback proWide hand-rest for optimal comfort - I like this having bigger handsWeighted base for greater stability - ok as long as you go crazy lolA PRESET button allows you to switch while playing from one programme to anotherThe internal memory allows you to save your programming even when disconnectedThe MAPPING button means that all functions can switched around (great if you do things the opposite way to others)12 buttons and 5 axles entirely programmableTrigger for brakes (civil flight) or for rapid fire (military flight) + multi-directional hat (panoramic view)The functions are pre-configured and are defaulted to the following on PC (Im using PC):Flight Simulator X MicrosoftMicrosoft FlightTom Clancy’s H.A.W.XTom Clancy’s H.A.W.X.2CONsI haven't found any yet, unless you compare it to FAR more expensive joysticks. But you need to spend a fortune to get better than this one.In the boxJoystickI purely bought this for ELITE, as many others before me have done, I reviewed loads of joysticks and reviews, noticed that prices ranged from around £20 to £250+ and to be honest for the price you get more bang for your buck with this than any other. Its well made, fun to use, works really well, and makes game play far more realistic. Is it perfect no, but its damned close. I would buy another one in a heartbeat.
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31.7.2011

PLEASE NOTE: THIS REVIEW IS MY ACCOUNT WHEN USING THE ITEM WITH A PC ON MICROSOFT FLIGHT SIMULATOR XI herd a lot of people say... "this flight stick has a big null zone"I can honestly say, IT DOESN'T its perfectthe overall design of this flight stick and throttle are spot on.The throttle fits in your palm like a shoe fits your foot, its the same story with the joystick, with a nice feel to it and palm rest it's not only great to fly with it feels great also.So for my £35 was it worth is?Without a doubt yes, there are plenty of buttons all at your fingertips the manual is simple and easy to read (you don't even need the manual as all the pre-configured keys are shown on the box.The added featureof the tension on the flight stick is a great idea but doesn't do a great deal (i will explain more later)Feels like cheap plastic but what else do you expect for £35?The best thing about this item is that it costs less than £40 and works as good as the ones that cost £100'sPRO's- As said above it feels great in your hands- It works very well- Throttle and joystick can be put together or separated- Low cost- Easy install (just plug into a free USB and load your game... Job Done)- Plenty of wire from the stick to the USB (great if your pc is on the floor)- Plenty of buttons to use as you wishCON's- Wire isn't long enough from the throttle to the joystick (only 12 to 13 inches)- The throttle clicks half way when increasing / decreasing the throttle. this doesn't affect the overall performance of this item.- The tension screw on the bottom of the flight stick doesn't make it as stiff as what i thought but there is a noticeable difference.- No tension setting for the throttle (this would be a nice little extraAll in all this is a great piece of kit. If your looking for a low cost, easy to use and great looking flight stick and throttle look no further this will do the job just as good as all the rest, it wont leave you out of pocket ether.That is all i have to say about this item for now, if you have any questions please leave a comment and i will be happy to help.
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22.2.2010

This is a good quality controller at a budget price. Generally it lives up to the advertised specification with no significant issues. It's solidly made and very easy to install (no CD required, simply plug and play). I chose it primarily because the controller can be split into seperate joystick and throttle components and for adjustable centering spring force on joystick. I find it more comfortable to use with the controller split in two and the connecting cable between the two halves is more than long enough (over 60cm/24in). When joined as a single unit the connecting cable is neatly stowed within the assembly. There are four buttons on the stick, six on the throttle and a further two on the throttle base.That's in addition to the eight-way hat switch on the stick. These fall easily to hand (or rather to fingers and thumb) as they are conveniently spread around the controllers. This is one of the nicest aspects of the design as it lives up to its name (HOTAS = Hands On Throttle And Stick).Joystick spring rate appears to increase as you get near the end of movement. I would ideally prefer a constant rate, but it's not a show stopper. A nice feature is that the throttle control has an alternative rudder input to the usual twist grip of the joystick. Either or both can control the rudder. The default configuration is four axis with the two rudder inputs connected in series, but it's easily switched to a five axis system, splitting the two rudder inputs giving you an additional variable input to assign. For a combat game the twist grip rudder is perhaps more intuitive to use, but for less agile civil flight sims the throttle mounted lever offers more acccurate control. An illuminated pushbutton controls the four/five axis selection with a green or red light showing what is selected.There are a couple of negatives, which are the only reason I have not rated it at 5 stars. Joystick movement range is a little less than I have become used to with my trusty Sidewinder joystick, but you get used to it. The adjustable joystick spring doesn't make a lot of difference in practice.
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23.5.2016

The joystick brings me great joy haha (so funny, ain't I), however, there is a few things I don't like:1. The throttle bit is just not heavy enough and it doesn't stick enough. Every time I push it forward, the back bit lifts up. If you push it normally it's OK but if you push it with a little force, it lifts up. It's kind of inevitable as you're most likely going to whack it to the max when you're having a mad chase in-game as you need to act quickly. Solution to this could be just using tape or some sort of glue to secure the back bit to the table. EDIT: The throttle got a bit easier to slide over time, so it's not so much of a problem anymore.2. There could be a few more buttons on it,especially if you intend to play Elite Dangerous like I am. The ships in the game have too many functions for this joystick. If you don't mind fitting the keyboard in between the joy and the throttle, you gonna be alright. It's only a real issue if you're playing with VR headset as you'll have trouble finding the keys on the keyboard with the headset on.3. The wire between the joy and the throttle could be a bit longer.Other than this, it does what it says, has a great feel to it too.DON'T FORGET TO PUSH THE SWITCH TO PC ON THE BACK OF THE JOY IF YOU'RE PLAN ON USING IT WITH A PC BEFORE YOU CONNECT IT TO YOUR USB PORT.I wasted at least 45 minutes before I figured out why the controls are not working as intended.Definitely great buy for the money, but if you're looking to play ED with the joystick only, I advise you to find one with more buttons.EDIT: After about 50 hours of use the joy started to have contact problems. If I pulled the wire a bit it disconnected from the computer. Roughly 4 months have passed since I purchased the joy, so I thought they might tell me to sod off if I contact them that I'm having problems, but they actually sent me a new one and issued me a pre-paid return label for the old one. This and the fact that some one of the initial problems I had (number 1) is fixed, I'm giving it a 5 star.
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2.9.2015

I've bought this flightstick with only one game in mind: Elite dangerous, and I haven't been disappointed. I have also had the occasion to test this with War thunder and Microsoft Flight simulator, with no problems.While not really a must, joysticks of this type make flightsims and spacesims much more intuitive and enjoyable. You push the throttle stick forward, and you intuitively understand you've accelerated your ship.Compared to other flightsticks of similar prices, this one seems to be the best choice. (To anyone comparing about the price, keep in mind that a wireless xbox controller is similarly priced.)The buttons on the stick and throttle are all easy to reach,and the 4-way button on the right joystick maps nicely onto the power distributor in Elite. My one complaint is that for a game like Elite Dangerous, 10 - odd buttons are not enough for all the different ship functions you might want to access without losing focus of the game screen. You can however, map these on your keyboard.The two parts clip in the middle, but can be detached and separated by about a metre (limited by cable length). This means you can keep them on the side of your desk, or exactly where your arms feel most comfortable, but also allows you to use it on the move (well, more or less), since you can clip the two parts together and put them on your knees (I've done it with a laptop). It is a little bit big to easily fit in a backpack though, so bringing it with you to your lunch break might be a challenge.Another important factor is that it works right out of the box. No external drivers required, and the 3 games I've used it with so far all automatically recognise it and map the controls accordingly. Elite even has a specific controls layout for this particular flightstick.Oh, and it came in a nice (if a bit bulky) box which, if you can figure out how to put the joystick back into it, will allow you to hide it from dust / transport it without damage / so on.Overall, a must have for flightsim and spacesim players.
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