15. PXN-0082
Those who enjoy the feedback from joystick clicking sounds should enjoy the little gem known as the PXN-0082. There are no latency or dead zone issues to be concerned about when using this arcade stick. The wrist space is focused on the right side to avoid making the arcade stick too big for you. For stability reasons, there are suction cups that shouldn’t detach mid-battle.
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14. Monoprice Dark Matter
The Dark Matter Arcade Fighting Stick comes with an aluminum alloy frame, octagonal-gated Sanwa joystick, and Sanwa buttons. You can change the input type as you please, whether that is D-pad, left stick, or right stick. There is a tournament lock and a turbo mode in addition.
Sanwa parts strengthen the performance and durability of the arcade stick. The eight-directional joystick eases movement, and the precise buttons seal the deal. There is plenty of room for your comfort, and the heavy weight & rubber feet enhance stability.
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13. Mayflash F101
The Mayflash F101 is a mini arcade stick that is multiplatform. Its stock parts are above average, and it is relatively easy to upgrade the parts yourself if you like. In addition, the turbo function works well. As for the hardware, it is high quality plastic with a metal panel that increases the arcade stick’s weight and stability, the latter of which is also boosted by large rubber feet at the bottom.
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12. Mayflash F700
The Mayflash F700 is wireless through Bluetooth and has a built-in battery that can last up to 18 hours after a 3.5 hour charge, but you can also opt for a wired connection if you like. There is a headphone jack too.
The F700 is similar in design to previous fightsticks by Mayflash, but there are some differences, such as a knob on the upper right of the top panel to toggle between consoles. The F700 has button labels for PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo. The artwork of this arcade stick is customizable.
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11. Mayflash F500
The Mayflash F500 is another budget arcade stick that is bigger, and it is compatible with Sanwa parts. The acrylic panel of this multiplatform arcade stick makes art customization easier. Also, the metallic case and rubber feet increase weight & security. The buttons operate better than the predecessor’s.
An octagonal joystick gate is provided as an accessory, and installing it is quite simple. The same applies to the buttons due to the easily visible screws at the bottom. The cable comes out of a side compartment. Another improvement over the predecessor is that there is a headphone jack. There is turbo support plus firmware that can be updated.
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10. Mayflash F300
Compatible with Sanwa parts, the Mayflash F300 is a budget yet multiplatform arcade stick that is weighty & firm despite its size, thanks to the four rubber feet, and the parts are decent. The parts passed an acceptance test. You even get an additional octagonal gate and more.
The cable has a convenient Velcro wrap. There is a turbo feature in addition to upgradeable firmware, and the start button is recessed, making it harder to press by mistake. Artwork enthusiasts can print out a decal to stick on top.
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9. Qanba Titan
The Qanba B1 Titan is officially licensed by Sony, so it is expected to work on a future PlayStation console as well. It has a Sanwa JLF joystick and Sanwa OBSF-30 buttons, so you can expect quality performance. Also, there is a touchpad, microphone jack, and cable compartment, the latter of which can be found on the left.
The Titan’s weight is enhanced by two steel plates inside, and there is a rubber base at the bottom. Furthermore, the top panel is not malleable. The increased distance between the joystick and buttons of the Titan gives you more room for your left hand and right hands to move.
If you open up this medium-sized arcade stick, you will then see the neat and color-coded interior, but if you simply need joystick access, there is a compartment for that at the bottom without unscrewing the entire panel. You can even use that compartment’s lid to unscrew the joystick!
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8. Nacon Daija
7. Victrix Pro FS
6. Qanba Obsidian 2
The Qanba Q7 Obsidian 2 is a heavier sequel to the critically acclaimed Qanba Obsidian. Since it is officially licensed by Sony, it is expected to work on future PlayStation consoles too.
This arcade stick has quality parts: a Sanwa JLF joystick and Sanwa OBSF-30 buttons. You can also find a touchpad, microphone input, and a cable storage space on the left.
The base pad of the Obsidian 2 is anti-slip, but the star of the show here is the joystick interchangeability. You see, Sanwa JLF joystick tops are swappable, and included with your Obsidian 2 is a ball top & bat top.
With thumb-screw access, the compartment on the right can hold two joystick tops as well as USB cables. This compartment is not flimsy, and the same can be said about the left side compartment as well.
There is dedicated joystick access from the bottom of the Obsidian 2. The interior, where you will find the PCB, is neat. Otherwise, if you would like to add custom art to your Obsidian 2, that is fortunately possible.
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5. 8BitDo Arcade Stick
The joystick of the mini 8BitDo Arcade Stick feels good, and the buttons have quick disconnects for modding. No latency issues were detected when testing this arcade stick on four platforms. The plastic top panel is not malleable, and the weight is artificially boosted by a thick metal plate inside. The battery can last up to 30 hours of play through Bluetooth and 40 hours through 2.4G, with the charging time being four hours.
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4. Qanba Drone 2
The Qanba N3 Drone 2 has a Qanba OV7 OMRON switch joystick and Qanba 30 mm B30 buttons. There is also a touchpad and an audio jack.
The upgraded joystick produces significant clicky feedback. As for the size of the Drone 2, it is small enough to be considered a mini arcade stick without sacrificing wrist space. There are four rubber feet at the bottom, where you will also find an entry point into the joystick for quicker access to it.
The Drone 2 is quite light, which is optimal to carry. The cable goes into the spacious right side. The interior is organized and makes modding easy, such as by changing the joystick to Sanwa.
The Drone 2 has an attractive matte black color, and as this is a Sony-licensed arcade stick, it can be expected to work on future generation consoles as well.
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3. Mayflash F300 Elite
The Mayflash F300 Elite is multiplatform like the F300 but with Sanwa parts, which are simply the best. The joystick feels sturdy, and there is less travel distance for an input to register, so there are no dead zones. You even get an additional octagonal gate. Of course, the buttons are nothing short of crisp, and there is turbo support plus updateable firmware.
Just like its predecessor, this arcade stick is weighty and firm, thanks to four rubber feet. The cable has a Velcro wrap. Those looking to spice up the minimalistic look can print out an artwork sticker to stick right onto the surface.
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2. Hori Fighting Stick α
The Hayabusa joystick and buttons of the Hori Fighting Stick α live up to the good reputation. There are long rubber pads on both sides of the arcade stick. Despite that, the arcade stick is noticeably lighter than average. Nonetheless, it feels well built and durable because of the metallic top plate and quality plastic, the latter of which probably comprises 98% of the build. Opening the arcade stick using the latch in the back is a smooth experience. The artwork is customizable, and included with the Street Fighter 6 edition are 18 downloadable character artworks.
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1. Mayflash F500 Elite
The Mayflash F500 Elite is a multiplatform Sanwa masterpiece with upgradeable firmware & turbo support, and an octagonal joystick gate is an included accessory. Replacing the joystick gate is quite easy. There are screws at the bottom that are easy to see for interior access. There is also ample wrist space.
You can use wired headphones with this arcade stick to stay in the zone during play. The metallic casing and base enhance the weight & stability alongside the rubber feet. Also, the arcade stick features an acrylic panel on top that is easily removable, and we can provide you custom artwork!
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