![]() Levers are typically "bat"-shaped and though convex buttons exist, concave ones are more popular in this style compared to anywhere else. "IL", Industrias Lorenzo are known to be the highest quality of the type, replicating classic Happ before they outsourced production to China, as iL themselves used to fabricate Happ branded components. Suzo Happ is one of the most popular manufacturers, though these days there are many clones in this style since moving production to China. These days there are pretty much 3 main styles of controlsĪmerican / "Western" style controls that are likely to remind you of playing Street Fighter in a Western arcade for the first time. ![]() This determines a number of elements regarding control component such as levers and buttons, affecting feel of play, construction, and mounting, so it is important to be aware what style components you're using and that controller/layout etc. ![]() One of the first elements of which you should be aware when discussing arcade controls is their "style", broken down by national origin, in terms of what is the norm for arcade hardware within that particular country. I welcome discussion on any sort of arcade style cab and of course there will be some significant component/control overlap, but as I've not looked deeply into building one in recent years others may be able to provide insight from their experience.īlkt has below provided a great foundation reference to components, so I'll try to build upon it for the overview. There have already been some great posts here! To get started, I should mention that in general I'll be talking of "Arcade Sticks" as peripherals, as opposed to building a dedicated arcade-style cabinet. Would anyone be interested in an overview of modern off-the-shelf and/or custom sticks? Discussion of quality hardware/components going into modding or building today? I'm planning to assemble a new stick myself soon, so if there's interest in a build log I may be able to create one and post it as well.įeel free to post pictures of your arcade sticks! I'm not aware of the level of interest or experience, so I need your input! How many of you have an arcade stick? What do you like/dislike about it? What games do you play and on what platform? Anyone interested in or considering a purchase of an arcade stick? What information would help you make your choice? Thus, I wanted to make a thread dedicated to information and discussion in regards to Arcade Sticks. It is of note that while there are quality off-the-shelf sticks for many price ranges, a great many users enjoy customizing and modifying their arcade sticks for both performance and aesthetics. ![]() This can be a little daunting when it comes to deciding to invest hard earned money in what can be relatively expensive peripherals, especially if one isn't well versed on the options in the market and ramifications thereof. Between thriving emulation of old classics on platforms like MAME and FinalBurnAlpha, retro-style modern titles from shmups to beat em ups, and the fighting game community that is resurgent on PC and console alike, many users are finding interest in Arcade Sticks!ĭespite the popularity of games that shine when using such a peripheral, discussions thereof are somewhat of a niche when it comes to hardware.
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