| Price | DRMFTG |
| Release | Late March 2025 |
| Compatibility | NS2 / PC |
| Dimensions | 13.8″ × 9.4″ × 2.0″ |
| Weight | 5.95 lbs |
| Cable | ~2 m |
Introduction
What do you think the list below means?
- Do re mi
- Fighting games
- Joystick
- 24 millimeters
The above list may explain the controller’s name, DRMFTG DRM JS 24!
Unboxing
Enjoy the black DRMFTG branded box that matches the DRM JS 24’s color scheme. The arcade stick itself would be in a black DRMFTG bag and housed within foam per its two sides. You can also find the nicely tied and braided black USB-C cable.
Performance
The DRM JS 24 comes with 24 mm buttons—hence the name—and they make the button layout noticeably narrower. The buttons are Qanba D-lites, and there’s a dozen of them. This means you have four more buttons than usual. Why?
That’s because the DRM JS 24’s extra buttons are for:
- Touch/back
- Jump
- L3
- R3
You might find yourself using your thumb, middle, and index fingers for those extra buttons. Now, if you look at the top panel’s upper left corner, the DRM JS 24’s jump switch is to disable the jump button mentioned above—if needed. You may want to keep the jump button active, though, to use this arcade stick as a hitstick of sorts. It’s up to you if you’d like to replace the bottom right button cover with an actual button.
As for the DRM JS 24’s three function buttons, they are for:
- Home
- Share
- Start
The DRM JS 24’s function buttons are rigid, making them hard to press accidentally, but if you need to use them often, the experience can feel tedious.
Back to the Qanba D-lite buttons, they operate smoothly and are quite reminiscent of Sanwa buttons—the GOAT. Regarding the DRM JS 24’s joystick, it’s the responsive and durable Sanwa JLF-TP-8YT.
The DRM JS 24’s awesome joystick and button performance is supplemented by an ergonomic slope for your wrists’ comfort. Also, the arcade stick is weighty enough for stable desk and lap play, especially because there are four bottom grip pads—not some tiny feet. About lap play specifically, the arcade stick is wide enough for comfortable leg placement.
Hardware
Made of aluminum alloy, six screws hold together the DRM JS 24’s top panel. There are also side grooves you can use to carry the arcade stick with ease.
For modding, you may be glad to know you can open and close the DRM JS 24’s bottom with just one touch. There are two opening points you have to pinch, and the panel magnetically comes off—revealing the neat interior.
Voila!
Alright, so we’re now inside the DRM JS 24. In there, you might immediately notice a USB-A port, which can accept a dongle to make the arcade stick compatible with more consoles. As for the recessed USB-C port, you can find it on the left side (near the jump switch).
By default, the DRM JS 24 uses a Raspberry Pi Pico chip to run on the open source GP2040-CE firmware. The latency here is ultra low at only 0.8 milliseconds.
Appearance
The DRM JS 24’s shades of black look quite elegant, and the matte finish doesn’t attract fingerprint smudges. Luckily, the controller can be ordered with a clear panel so you can display custom art on it, making it represent you. For that, we at The Arcade Stick can offer you our tried and tested custom art service.
Conclusion
The DRM JS 24’s main selling point is its inclusion of a dozen 24 mm buttons—and one touch opening from the bottom.
- 12 Qanba buttons
- Sanwa joystick
- Jump switch
- Wrist slope
- Side grooves
- Four corner pads
- One touch opening
- Organized interior
- Moderate weight
- Metal hardware
- Braided cable
- Recessed port
- Excellent firmware
- Extendable compatibility
- Customizable art
- Matte finish
- Branded bag
- Overly stiff function buttons
Rating
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐