I try to reply to 100% of all comments, i think there is a few that gets slip through the cracks here and there, or either youtube or my phone misses the notification 🙏❤️ thank you
saw from an Amazon review that the metal plates now have a large cut-out to accommodate some bigger sticks, (I don't know about fitting a Fanta or a Happ in there but apparently Seimitsu LS-32s fit better now) it's good to see 8bitdo is addressing criticisms quickly
This is my first stick and I'm liking it a lot. Feels very heavy and very high quality and looks and works great, plus it's small enough to store. I love it.
Man 8bitdo makes amazing stuff. Even when they get out of their "comfort zone", which worried me with this stick, they still deliver. I'm a pad player and I religiously use M30s to play all my fighting games. Mega Drive d-pad for the win!
I know this is an older video but I’m getting into arcade Shoot em Ups and have thought about using an arcade stick with my PC and Switch to play them with and see if I like it better than a controller. I’m completely new to everything, from using arcade stick, to modding, and this video helped me out a lot in understanding the inner workings of arcade sticks. Thank you so much for this review and your help.
I’ve almost never commented a video on UA-cam even though I’ve been watching videos here since 15 solid years but your review is so good I just had to. Thanks for putting so much effort in this video so us viewers can have a first in depth look before buying the actual stick. Explanations were crystal clear and every angle and feature was covered. My sister bought me that very stick that I will be receving in a few days, I can’t wait !
To anyone who buys this arcade stick in 2024 or later. I’m not sure if 8bitdo changed this for all of their units but opening the controller no longer requires a T10 screwdriver, instead it was a small Philips head screwdriver
Randomly discovered your channel earlier this week via this video. I've since watched almost every video you've posted. Excellent, thorough, and laid-back style. I've always been exceptionally bad at fighting games, but your channel has inspired me to improve and even check out some sticks. I just hope being 32 doesn't make me a "fighting games geezer." Hehe! Take care and happy new year.
Thank you so much for the support, 🙏❤️i am very happy to hear the videos are helpful, it motivates me and keeps me going and continue to improve. You are still young my friend 👍😊
Damn if only 8bitDo came up with a PS4/PC version of this it would be awesome... Have you trying connecting this to a PS4?? Amazing video, first time i know about your channel.
Nice review! I really like the NES inspired design they chose when making this arcade stick. I think it might be worth pointing out the little amount of space you have when installing buttons. For most people replacing the stock buttons with Sanwa obsf 30 snap in buttons is easy. If you are interested in trying other buttons, however, you might run into some trouble with screw ins since the pcbs seem to get in the way. I also feel that not including quick disconnects for the lever is a deal breaker for most new-to-the-scene modders. As cool as this stick is... I think I'll just stick with my F500 for now. Looking forward to new uploads in the future.
Man it's heartbreaking, it would've been a perfect stick for me, if ONLY it also supports ps4 ;_; And i don't know if i'm willing to invest in an expensive just to have it compatible with the console.
Im having a lot of trouble trying to replace the buttons on this. The wires on the buttons seem really stuck on and Im afraid to apply too much force and break something :/
no need to solder. I used scotch locks 3m to connect the assigned wiring to my sanwa JLF. Here's a link www.specialized.net/3m-scotchlok-idc-ur2-connectors-19-26-awg-100-pk.html?gclid=CjwKCAiA57D_BRAZEiwAZcfCxfpejLdTuVoIQl43gpGQXAgpuIQSDIijrl0piJ3-jXR1OCMib8Ue5BoCe4QQAvD_BwE
I think the reason 8BitDo uses a heart icon for the home button is because it doesn't always map to "home". On Windows, it tends to map to "Guide", but it can also be treated as any input. I often use it as a "quit" button since it's small, out of the way, and not easy to press by mistake.
I bought a 2nd one on special last week and it looks like they have changed the bottom section. The metal has a much larger cutout in it under the stick. I'm assuming that's to help with wider stick compatibility. Just thought I'd mention it as I only just noticed.
This is the stick for 1. retrofighters, i mean for those who often play old fighting games title on Raspberry system. 2. Indie fighting game players on steam 3. Smash players on Nintendo It's not that universal since it cannot play on the latest system , Ps5....unless if you want to change the PCB stock board with Brook Universal Fighting Board. Also, for old school users, you might wanna swap the stock button and lever to OBSF button and JLF lever sanwa parts. Still the enclosure / body is very neat and awesomely retrospective. I m would recommend this for non-playstation users (Nintendos, Raspberry, and Windows)
Best Arcade Sticks Channel, it's super complete! Great video as always :) i love that part when you open the stick, i'm always waiting for that part in every video ahaha.
I just ordered this online based on my own research but this review definitely cemented my decision to buy this. Thank you. I've always been a big fan of 8BitDo and have used their universal controller for over two years and was happy to see that they had an arcade stick since I was about to shell out 300$ on a SnackBox V2 because I recently got into Tekken 7.
@@jhipex It works great. The only part I couldn't get to work is macros. But with enough tweaking I'm sure it can work. But for normal gameplay, the wired and wireless modes work flawlessly!
@@jhipex Well, I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. I'm sure you'll see a huge difference in your performance. I used to play with an Xbox controller and I have to say: I don't see myself going back to it!
Hey I've been playing since street fighter 2 and I can say that I never really understood the crux of using charge characters and after a couple of decades you managed to clear everything up for me. I swear like a epiphany
I really apreciate your detailed reviews from the start to the end. It helps make objective decisions. And for me personally, I was looking into getting an arcade stick and was not sure what to look for, but thanks to your vids (and for this one specially) I will try my luck with an 8bitdo arcade stick. So thank you very much! will definetly keep on following you :)
This is my first arcade stick ever and I've been loving it so far. Please, give some advices to us novice players on button layouts for specific games. Top notch content, bro!
Thank you for watching 🙏❤️ for the most part, i think the default layout is good, like for example 3 punch on top,3 kick in bottom for most fighting games, tekken 2 punch too, 2 kick bottom. Marvel vs capcom too. If you are unsure, stick with the default button layout for that game. 👍🕹
Why you do this to me? Now I have to buy one even though I have twelve other arcade sticks. Still loving my mayflash f300 that I upgraded using sanwa buttons and joystick. great video as always bro.
@@JoystickNY Thanks to you and your awesome video you awoke my passion for playing arcade games the way they're ment to be played using arcade stick. Got done building an arcade bar top using raspberry pi 4b+ loaded with my fave shumps and 2d fighters. I still have the habit of putting my quarters on the arcade as if I'm next to compete lol.
Thanks for another great video! Based on the internals, and specifically the way the joystick is wired, I think I might pass on this. I got the May flash f300 and then the f500 based on your review and Ive found both of those to be more user friendly for modding. Thank you for doing such in-depth and informative reviews and I look forward to more content and more reviews this year!
I'm a middle age man and I miss the arcade scene. With arcades closing in Japan,I thought that playing those classic arcade games on the pc would be better and getting an arcade stick would be perfect for the nostalic feeling. Thank you for making this review of this arcade stick. 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿
Very insightful review. I was debating if I should get this stick or not (never bought one). I am a die hard tekken fan and I've justy recently picked up Tekken 8. Watching your video made me decide to buy this stick. Very thankful for you uploading such a detaliled and well-elaborated video. I'm subscribing for sure. Keep up the great work my bro, greetings from Peru.
Great video ❤, one thing I would like to point out is that my 8bitdo (switch/pc ver) came with Phillips screws like the Xbox version. I bought it a month ago so 8bitdo probably changed for the newer models 🔥🔥
...am I the only person who thinks that this arcade stick looks like a futuristic, updated version of the NES Advantage Joystick? I mean think about it. it has the same color as the NES Advantage, the same shape, and the same black control stick, and red buttons.
In my journey of finding ways how to be able to play MvC2 (play it on PC or console? I dunno) and of course play it using a joystick, I landed to your channel. Can you help me find ways how to play it and if I could use the 8bitdo fight stick? I guess this stick will do for a beginner like me in fulfilling my ultimate dream of slaying the infinite Magneto Rom. Already watched your tutorial with that by the way and a very nice and DETAILED review with the 8bitdo stick. I really love how you explained it step by step with all the details required. I'm a person who is keen to details that's why I really appreciated this review. Anyways, more power to you're channel and I do hope you could help me with my struggle to find ways to play MvC2. Thanks!
The new revision of ther 8bitdo that comes with philips screws, even fits a Seimitsu LS-32 without any changes. Just use the plate that comes with the 8bitdo. Before you used to have to dril a hole or sand the plastic. It also bits the LS-55, LS-56, LS-58, etc. as they are even smaller.
hi, I wanted to ask you what in your opinion is the best arcade stick for generic PC under €100, even if I will play more than once the shoot em ups of the past, thanks in advance and congratulations for your videos, I'm really interested, I'll help you I follow! 
Hello! Quick question.. i'm planning to buy my 1st fighting stick, i only have limited budget. Thinking about QANBA N1 or 8BITDO? Im a beginner, but back in the day used to play a lot of marvel vs street fighter & tekken 3 in arcade malls. I hope you can help decide. Much Appreciated!
@joystickny I have a 8bitdo arcade stick. To-date I’ve left the square gate in it but I was wondering would it be better for a game like Tekken to have the octagonal gate in? Does it make much difference? What do you use and why?
hi i have an issue with this arcade stick. im not too sure if its the feature, if its the game that im playing or its the arcade stick. i was playing tekken 8 and when i pressed 4 (right kick button) it kept spamming the button but everything else works fine. i wonder if you or anybody knows how to fix this. thank you ^^
Yeah I might just buy this stick to replace my mayflash f300, since the cable is going out and I cant seem to find a replacement cable. even better, I won't have to purchase an octagonal gate because the mayflash one will work for the 8bitdo stick Edit: I just bought one
Hi. I've bought this device. And there is notice on the bottom nameplate that battery capacity is 500 mah. At the same time, the technical specifications say that it is equal to 1000 mah. Does anyone have the same? So, why is that and where is the truth ?
Hey,is a Madcatz TE (Past gen one) for 50$ a good deal?It has Sanwa's and its easily moddable,so i am thinking to buying it as my starting arcade stick.Previously had a Hori Fighting Stick Mini and lever on it just stopped working.Even that the stick was not good,i had fun learning arcade sticks,so i want to get a good one.And i think that stick will be a good base for starting out and upgrading in the future. And thank you for all your reviews,merry christmas)
Yet another question.. can you assign macro to last 2 buttons? You only need 6 for fighting games maximum, so I wonder if 4 total can be assigned to macro
Ohhhhh that, sorry 🤣 i totally forgot about it, i use alot of random household items to support the switch , that one is from amazon: LISEN tablet stand ❤️
My TVs in the basement so I rarely dock my switch, I always just play in handheld. But playing with a fight stick in handheld seems kind of a weird and eye strain causing. I do have a portable monitor though and also have ordered a genki shadowcast which lets you play switch off a laptop. So those are the main ways I’m planning on using my 8bitdo arcade stick with the switch
I have this. If you play on PC or Switch, it's a great arcade stick to have around. You'll definitely want to mod it with some higher quality buttons and a good joystick though. I put Sanwa parts in mine and it feels MUCH better and more responsive. The stock parts are functional, but not something you'll want to use for competitive matches.
Thanks for going into such great detail with what all of the buttons do. A lot of other reviewers seem to gloss over things that are "obvious," but that's not really helpful to someone like me that doesn't really know much about sticks to begin with.
Now that i'm not going to locals my ps4 sticks just feel like a burden to use at home since I play on pc and switch. This stick has been way more fun to bust out since i can quickly swap between my switch, my desktop, and my laptop using all of its included connection types. Also, I set the macro buttons to Left stick click and Right stick click which now give it access to all of the inputs on a normal controller
Thanks very much for this demonstration. I was able to easily install my Sarwa stick and buttons using the 5 pin cable with connectors at each end technique. Well done.
Hello, Thanks for this clear video. Do you have an update regarding the ⚠️NO SOLDERING REQUIRED⚠️ please? I'm waiting for this option to buy this stick or not. Thanks in advance and long life to your channel.
Hi friend, yes; 😊it is in progress, i recorded about 1/4 of the video, might be done by the end of the month hopefully, just that full time work slows me down 🙏❤️
I would like to understand how to set it up in Recalbox (Raspberry Pi) On the Arcade Stick, how should I position the 2 "main" buttons (top left)? 1) switch mode: switch / off/ X-input? (obviously to switch off the stick, you must position this button on "off") 2) control stick switch: left-stick - d-pad - right-stick (I have absolutely no idea what this is all about) And in Recalbox, how do you configure this stick? (I know the "joysticks" and "configure a joystick" menu, but then?)
right now, you're the best arcade stick reviewer for me. and thanks for the consistent update
Facts
That means alot, thank you for the support ❤️🙏
Thank you for the love and support ❤️🙏
He can take over the whole scene if he made more videos more consistently. I’m always coming to this channel looking for more Fightstick videos
Thank you,❤️you guys keeps me going and motivate me to do better 🙏 grateful
Such a good, in depth, review. You literally covered everything possible and had some very good points. I'm definitely buying this. Ty
Thank you for watching 🙏❤️ i try to answer as much questions as possible.
"Home is where the Heart is."
Wow 😊 that make so much since 👍❤️
Home is where the game is
Considering I got this stick for Christmas, I’m glad to see that this is an excellent stick for beginners.
Thats a great gift, Enjoy it 🙏❤️ and happy holidays 🎄
Oh nice you actually do a teardown and show internals. You rock dude, I'm gonna pick one of these up.
Thank you for the support ❤️🙏
I like how almost every arcade stick is compatible with raspberry pi.
Isn’t raspberry pi just a mini pc?
@@jonprz kinda but not with a windows operating. You can run windows and Linux but most people run raspberry pi operating systems.
For real lol, such a advantage of having a raspberry pie 🙏❤️
Basically yes , close 😂 thank you for watching
I like how every arcade stick is compatible with MiSTer...and with near zero latency ;)
Dam, you reply to most comments. Shows some real dedication, respect.
I try to reply to 100% of all comments, i think there is a few that gets slip through the cracks here and there, or either youtube or my phone misses the notification 🙏❤️ thank you
✅PART 2 : How to Mod is up✅
Please check channel
For the video 🙏
cant wait!
Thank you🙏
saw from an Amazon review that the metal plates now have a large cut-out to accommodate some bigger sticks, (I don't know about fitting a Fanta or a Happ in there but apparently Seimitsu LS-32s fit better now) it's good to see 8bitdo is addressing criticisms quickly
Thank you for the great info ❤️🙏
Thank you for including actual execution & video game footage! A really great video review 👍🏼
Thank you ❤️🙏 i try to show as much as possible 😊
This is my first stick and I'm liking it a lot. Feels very heavy and very high quality and looks and works great, plus it's small enough to store. I love it.
One of my favorites now, mod video coming next this month, gonna work on it on my day off 🕹👍
I just got this arcade stick based on your review and I'm really enjoying it. It's a solid choice.
I might buy this just for the hell of it, I'm into collecting arcade sticks right now 😅
You must have a nice collection 😊❤️❤️
Buy 2!! It is well worth it. I feel that the price could go up soon.
1 to use, 1 to keep ? 😂
I’m trying to get a Collection to for my fight sticks I only have the qanba drone tho
You can swap out buttons easily (just do it one by one).
The joystick...Yeah. You can just swap out the spring for a stiffer one...
Yup, gonna show how to do it on the next video 🕹👍
Man 8bitdo makes amazing stuff. Even when they get out of their "comfort zone", which worried me with this stick, they still deliver.
I'm a pad player and I religiously use M30s to play all my fighting games. Mega Drive d-pad for the win!
They definitely nailed it on this one, amazing
I know this is an older video but I’m getting into arcade Shoot em Ups and have thought about using an arcade stick with my PC and Switch to play them with and see if I like it better than a controller.
I’m completely new to everything, from using arcade stick, to modding, and this video helped me out a lot in understanding the inner workings of arcade sticks. Thank you so much for this review and your help.
I’ve almost never commented a video on UA-cam even though I’ve been watching videos here since 15 solid years but your review is so good I just had to. Thanks for putting so much effort in this video so us viewers can have a first in depth look before buying the actual stick. Explanations were crystal clear and every angle and feature was covered. My sister bought me that very stick that I will be receving in a few days, I can’t wait !
Thank you so much for the kind words 🙏❤️ i try my best that i can, still learning how to use the camera , mic ,lighting and editing software 😊
To anyone who buys this arcade stick in 2024 or later. I’m not sure if 8bitdo changed this for all of their units but opening the controller no longer requires a T10 screwdriver, instead it was a small Philips head screwdriver
Randomly discovered your channel earlier this week via this video. I've since watched almost every video you've posted. Excellent, thorough, and laid-back style. I've always been exceptionally bad at fighting games, but your channel has inspired me to improve and even check out some sticks. I just hope being 32 doesn't make me a "fighting games geezer." Hehe! Take care and happy new year.
Thank you so much for the support, 🙏❤️i am very happy to hear the videos are helpful, it motivates me and keeps me going and continue to improve. You are still young my friend 👍😊
It's on *sale* now as I'm typing this at my local Micro Center for $80.99(was 89.99). I think I'll get one tomorrow 😊
Damn if only 8bitDo came up with a PS4/PC version of this it would be awesome... Have you trying connecting this to a PS4??
Amazing video, first time i know about your channel.
Thank you, and welcome, i havent try yet, if i find a way to make this work for ps4 , i ll let you guys know 🙏❤️😊
How does competetive games remove the ability to cheat with turbo and macros?
Leaving a comment to boost this video in the UA-cam algorithm. Very comprehensive review!
Thank you so much for the support 🙏❤️
Looking forward to the soldering video, love your comprehensive reviews of all this stuff. ❤️
Thank you for the support 🙏❤️
@@JoystickNY Is the soldering video coming this month?
It will be the next video, i havent start yet, due to full time job, but i ll try if not this month, hopefully feb 🙏❤️
Looking forward to this as well! I am thinking about buying it and modding immediately, would be awesome if there's another method that I haven't seen
100% recorded, just need to edit it over the weekend ❤️🙏
Nice review! I really like the NES inspired design they chose when making this arcade stick. I think it might be worth pointing out the little amount of space you have when installing buttons. For most people replacing the stock buttons with Sanwa obsf 30 snap in buttons is easy. If you are interested in trying other buttons, however, you might run into some trouble with screw ins since the pcbs seem to get in the way. I also feel that not including quick disconnects for the lever is a deal breaker for most new-to-the-scene modders. As cool as this stick is... I think I'll just stick with my F500 for now. Looking forward to new uploads in the future.
Thank you 🙏❤️ many great points 👍🕹
Man it's heartbreaking, it would've been a perfect stick for me, if ONLY it also supports ps4 ;_;
And i don't know if i'm willing to invest in an expensive just to have it compatible with the console.
I agree, it would be the perfect stick, i think it has to be more with licensing than actual hardware, brand deals and exclusive and competitions
This is the go to channel for anything arcade sticks, ive learned so much here!
Thank you so much for the support ❤️🙏
Im having a lot of trouble trying to replace the buttons on this. The wires on the buttons seem really stuck on and Im afraid to apply too much force and break something :/
Try using a plyer, and slowly wiggle it, dont use too much force. ❤️🙏
Happy Holidays
Thank you 🙏❤️ happy holidays
no need to solder. I used scotch locks 3m to connect the assigned wiring to my sanwa JLF. Here's a link www.specialized.net/3m-scotchlok-idc-ur2-connectors-19-26-awg-100-pk.html?gclid=CjwKCAiA57D_BRAZEiwAZcfCxfpejLdTuVoIQl43gpGQXAgpuIQSDIijrl0piJ3-jXR1OCMib8Ue5BoCe4QQAvD_BwE
Thank you for the info, i was planning to show a few ways to do it, including this one. But not with the 3m, maybe just some electrical tape ❤️🙏
I think the reason 8BitDo uses a heart icon for the home button is because it doesn't always map to "home". On Windows, it tends to map to "Guide", but it can also be treated as any input. I often use it as a "quit" button since it's small, out of the way, and not easy to press by mistake.
That makes sense ❤️ thank you for the info 🕹😊
"Home is where the heart is."
🙏❤️
I bought a 2nd one on special last week and it looks like they have changed the bottom section. The metal has a much larger cutout in it under the stick. I'm assuming that's to help with wider stick compatibility. Just thought I'd mention it as I only just noticed.
There’s going to be that one guy who macros a PWGF
Fariborz 😳
Fariborz 😳
😂 for real lol, electric wind godfist all day lol ❤️🙏
Thank you for watching 🙏❤️
I'm gonna program Hop Kick Raging Demon 👿👿👿
The most impressive thing in this video is the fact he plugged ik a USB-A in one go!
Lol, lucky 50/50
Whew. Bought one as my first stick. Good to know someone who knows what they're doing thinks it is solid for the price.
Thank you for the support 🙏❤️
Would it be ideal to upgrade your buttons to hayabusa after a while?
Yes, feel free to upgrade it to any buttons of your choice 🕹
This is the stick for
1. retrofighters, i mean for those who often play old fighting games title on Raspberry system.
2. Indie fighting game players on steam
3. Smash players on Nintendo
It's not that universal since it cannot play on the latest system , Ps5....unless if you want to change the PCB stock board with Brook Universal Fighting Board. Also, for old school users, you might wanna swap the stock button and lever to OBSF button and JLF lever sanwa parts. Still the enclosure / body is very neat and awesomely retrospective. I m would recommend this for non-playstation users (Nintendos, Raspberry, and Windows)
Great share and information ❤️🙏 thank you
And for shinobi players on mame with pc no??? lol
Dude is my fav reviewer he has such good vibes and puts in so much insightful comments, great job
Thank you for the support, i try my best that i can 🙏❤️ thankful for everything
I wonder they've never released this for PS5. I saw one for the xbox recently - wonder if it's Sony blocking it?
Best Arcade Sticks Channel, it's super complete! Great video as always :) i love that part when you open the stick, i'm always waiting for that part in every video ahaha.
Thank you so much 🙏❤️ i try to put in as much information as i can, i want to video to answer as many question as possible.
Why exactly are you showing these newbies how to use macros?
Its good for training purposes, doesnt really help in a real fight tho, a good player wont use it, a new player cant win with macro alone
I just ordered this online based on my own research but this review definitely cemented my decision to buy this. Thank you. I've always been a big fan of 8BitDo and have used their universal controller for over two years and was happy to see that they had an arcade stick since I was about to shell out 300$ on a SnackBox V2 because I recently got into Tekken 7.
Happy it was able to help 👍🕹 good choice
How's the performance on tekken 7?
@@jhipex It works great. The only part I couldn't get to work is macros. But with enough tweaking I'm sure it can work. But for normal gameplay, the wired and wireless modes work flawlessly!
@@emile_jeanne Thanks! Just ordered mine specifically for tekken 7 too. It will be my first fight stick as I was a keyboard user lol.
@@jhipex Well, I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. I'm sure you'll see a huge difference in your performance. I used to play with an Xbox controller and I have to say: I don't see myself going back to it!
that explains why too many people can do combos loke crazy on line
Not always, most are just muscle memory and practice thon🙏❤️
Hey I've been playing since street fighter 2 and I can say that I never really understood the crux of using charge characters and after a couple of decades you managed to clear everything up for me. I swear like a epiphany
Wow i am very happy to hear that 😊 thank you, i will continue to make videos and improve 🙏❤️
Great review buddy...easy to understand and follow.
Appreciate the support 🕹🙏
I really apreciate your detailed reviews from the start to the end. It helps make objective decisions. And for me personally, I was looking into getting an arcade stick and was not sure what to look for, but thanks to your vids (and for this one specially) I will try my luck with an 8bitdo arcade stick. So thank you very much! will definetly keep on following you :)
Thank you for watching, Happy to help ❤️🙏
I never thought I'd see the day an asian that owns a streetfighter game, that owns a fightstick.... Refer to a tatsu as a "spin kick" 🤣
🤣 i try to use general terms, that way everyone will understand what i mean
@@JoystickNY fair play man. Good review 👍🏼
Merry Christmas
Thank you for watching, and happy holidays 🙏❤️
Imma buy this arcade stick to play some street fighter to feel dem vibes😎🕹
Lets do it 🕹🔥 thank you
This is my first arcade stick ever and I've been loving it so far. Please, give some advices to us novice players on button layouts for specific games. Top notch content, bro!
Thank you for watching 🙏❤️ for the most part, i think the default layout is good, like for example 3 punch on top,3 kick in bottom for most fighting games, tekken 2 punch too, 2 kick bottom. Marvel vs capcom too. If you are unsure, stick with the default button layout for that game. 👍🕹
Why you do this to me? Now I have to buy one even though I have twelve other arcade sticks. Still loving my mayflash f300 that I upgraded using sanwa buttons and joystick. great video as always bro.
Dang 🤣 12 ? You are a Serious collector my friend 🕹👍
@@JoystickNY Thanks to you and your awesome video you awoke my passion for playing arcade games the way they're ment to be played using arcade stick. Got done building an arcade bar top using raspberry pi 4b+ loaded with my fave shumps and 2d fighters. I still have the habit of putting my quarters on the arcade as if I'm next to compete lol.
Thats the real classic experience 🕹👍
Thanks for another great video! Based on the internals, and specifically the way the joystick is wired, I think I might pass on this. I got the May flash f300 and then the f500 based on your review and Ive found both of those to be more user friendly for modding. Thank you for doing such in-depth and informative reviews and I look forward to more content and more reviews this year!
Thank you so much for the support 🙏❤️ more videos to come
I'm a middle age man and I miss the arcade scene. With arcades closing in Japan,I thought that playing those classic arcade games on the pc would be better and getting an arcade stick would be perfect for the nostalic feeling. Thank you for making this review of this arcade stick. 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿
Thank you 🙏❤️ i wish the arcade culture would come back, if one day i have money, i will open up an arcade in the usa
holy cow this review was so in dept and high quality. Thank you! I bought this stick due to this review.
Maybe you need to review gamesir c2. It's using lever and buttons from sanwa, and the price is not really high.
If i see a good deal on that stick; i may pick it up, i think it use to be more expensive too 👍
I just got this stick but the new Xbox version and love it. I switched out the stock square gate with an octagon gate and it feels so good!
Very insightful review. I was debating if I should get this stick or not (never bought one). I am a die hard tekken fan and I've justy recently picked up Tekken 8. Watching your video made me decide to buy this stick. Very thankful for you uploading such a detaliled and well-elaborated video. I'm subscribing for sure. Keep up the great work my bro, greetings from Peru.
Great video ❤, one thing I would like to point out is that my 8bitdo (switch/pc ver) came with Phillips screws like the Xbox version. I bought it a month ago so 8bitdo probably changed for the newer models 🔥🔥
...am I the only person who thinks that this arcade stick looks like a futuristic, updated version of the NES Advantage Joystick?
I mean think about it. it has the same color as the NES Advantage, the same shape, and the same black control stick, and red buttons.
In my journey of finding ways how to be able to play MvC2 (play it on PC or console? I dunno) and of course play it using a joystick, I landed to your channel. Can you help me find ways how to play it and if I could use the 8bitdo fight stick? I guess this stick will do for a beginner like me in fulfilling my ultimate dream of slaying the infinite Magneto Rom. Already watched your tutorial with that by the way and a very nice and DETAILED review with the 8bitdo stick. I really love how you explained it step by step with all the details required. I'm a person who is keen to details that's why I really appreciated this review. Anyways, more power to you're channel and I do hope you could help me with my struggle to find ways to play MvC2. Thanks!
The new revision of ther 8bitdo that comes with philips screws, even fits a Seimitsu LS-32 without any changes. Just use the plate that comes with the 8bitdo. Before you used to have to dril a hole or sand the plastic. It also bits the LS-55, LS-56, LS-58, etc. as they are even smaller.
hi, I wanted to ask you what in your opinion is the best arcade stick for generic PC under €100, even if I will play more than once the shoot em ups of the past, thanks in advance and congratulations for your videos, I'm really interested, I'll help you I follow!

Hello! Quick question.. i'm planning to buy my 1st fighting stick, i only have limited budget. Thinking about QANBA N1 or 8BITDO? Im a beginner, but back in the day used to play a lot of marvel vs street fighter & tekken 3 in arcade malls. I hope you can help decide. Much Appreciated!
@joystickny I have a 8bitdo arcade stick. To-date I’ve left the square gate in it but I was wondering would it be better for a game like Tekken to have the octagonal gate in? Does it make much difference? What do you use and why?
HI. I would like to know if after 3 years you would still recommend it, or if something else has arrived for the same price. (I'm on PC) Thanks
Hey, do you think you can make video tutorial on 3rd strike combos? I like your Yun!
Thank you, i have that video on my list, prob down the road i can make a tutorial 🙏❤️
Today I received my arcade stick. You are cool. Are you from Brazil? I want to be a specialist in this joystick.
hi i have an issue with this arcade stick. im not too sure if its the feature, if its the game that im playing or its the arcade stick. i was playing tekken 8 and when i pressed 4 (right kick button) it kept spamming the button but everything else works fine. i wonder if you or anybody knows how to fix this. thank you ^^
Thanks for sharing this very elaborate video. Very much appreciated ❤
Yeah I might just buy this stick to replace my mayflash f300, since the cable is going out and I cant seem to find a replacement cable. even better, I won't have to purchase an octagonal gate because the mayflash one will work for the 8bitdo stick
Edit: I just bought one
Dang your gameplay was sick xD
Appreciate you
Hi. I've bought this device. And there is notice on the bottom nameplate that battery capacity is 500 mah. At the same time, the technical specifications say that it is equal to 1000 mah. Does anyone have the same? So, why is that and where is the truth ?
Hey,is a Madcatz TE (Past gen one) for 50$ a good deal?It has Sanwa's and its easily moddable,so i am thinking to buying it as my starting arcade stick.Previously had a Hori Fighting Stick Mini and lever on it just stopped working.Even that the stick was not good,i had fun learning arcade sticks,so i want to get a good one.And i think that stick will be a good base for starting out and upgrading in the future.
And thank you for all your reviews,merry christmas)
50$ is a great deal, as long as it works, it will last you a while 👍🕹
Can we use our fast mobile charging adapters to charge this stick
the lever is 2D or 3D i mean can i play king of fighters 2002-1988 with
What is the best joystick if you want to play as many consoles as you want? Should you buy or diy?
This is on sale for 20% off right now on Amazon. I just grabbed it and I can't wait to play with it. My last arcade stick was the cheap SF4 stick.
Great deal ❤️🙏 enjoy
Yet another question.. can you assign macro to last 2 buttons? You only need 6 for fighting games maximum, so I wonder if 4 total can be assigned to macro
What Nintendo Switch stand/mount are you using?
I dont use any stands or mounts, just joy cons. 🤣
At 25:23 minutes in, you are showing so gameplay on the Nintendo Switch. What is holding the console in place? It’s not magically floating!
Ohhhhh that, sorry 🤣 i totally forgot about it, i use alot of random household items to support the switch , that one is from amazon: LISEN tablet stand ❤️
My TVs in the basement so I rarely dock my switch, I always just play in handheld. But playing with a fight stick in handheld seems kind of a weird and eye strain causing. I do have a portable monitor though and also have ordered a genki shadowcast which lets you play switch off a laptop. So those are the main ways I’m planning on using my 8bitdo arcade stick with the switch
My friend was just telling about the shadowcast, i gotta check it out too 👍
I will buy me a stick but I don't now mayflash f300 or this fights tick.
Witch ist better?
Looks like a pretty amazing budget stick, sad there is no Playstation version.
this might be the fight stick i need 🔥
Might pick me up one too since the Marvel vs collection is coming out later this year❤
Will this work to play iPad games? Via Bluetooth or wired? Thank you
im from panama and always here we use circular gates, we feel free using that
but i dont know what fightsticks got them
need recomendations
Great review. Only thing I wish you would have mentioned is how long is that USB cord.
I ordered one, can't wait to play some beat em ups on it.
I believe its about 10 feet
Nice review!
Is it possible to connect two 8bitdo arcade sticks with one receiver to play together with a friend?
I have this. If you play on PC or Switch, it's a great arcade stick to have around. You'll definitely want to mod it with some higher quality buttons and a good joystick though. I put Sanwa parts in mine and it feels MUCH better and more responsive. The stock parts are functional, but not something you'll want to use for competitive matches.
Thank you for watching 🙏❤️
im guessing they used that screw so theres less chance of stripping it considering how easy it is to strip philips head screws.
Thanks for going into such great detail with what all of the buttons do. A lot of other reviewers seem to gloss over things that are "obvious," but that's not really helpful to someone like me that doesn't really know much about sticks to begin with.
Thank you , i will keep that in mind
Now that i'm not going to locals my ps4 sticks just feel like a burden to use at home since I play on pc and switch. This stick has been way more fun to bust out since i can quickly swap between my switch, my desktop, and my laptop using all of its included connection types.
Also, I set the macro buttons to Left stick click and Right stick click which now give it access to all of the inputs on a normal controller
I feel you, this wireless stick does make it very convenience 👍🕹 thank you for dropping by
Hi, thanks for the video. Do you know if this will work on a mac via wired? or does it only work wireless?
Is it viable for a certain fighting game like Tekken 8 pc version?
Where was you playing that marvel vs capcom game?
Thanks very much for this demonstration. I was able to easily install my Sarwa stick and buttons using the 5 pin cable with connectors at each end technique. Well done.
Thank you, very happy to hear the video actually is able to help. 🙏❤️🕹
Hello, Thanks for this clear video. Do you have an update regarding the ⚠️NO SOLDERING REQUIRED⚠️ please? I'm waiting for this option to buy this stick or not. Thanks in advance and long life to your channel.
Hi friend, yes; 😊it is in progress, i recorded about 1/4 of the video, might be done by the end of the month hopefully, just that full time work slows me down 🙏❤️
@@JoystickNY Thanks for quick feedback.
Nice 👍 I'm waiting ... So I can do the same
75% done, its looking pretty long in terms of video length 😢
@@JoystickNY thanks for heads up man
Awesome review! Thanks
Thank you for watching ❤️🙏
As soon as I saw I feel I wanna grab one but I wonder if I still have that passion to play these game
omg, cannot decide on this 8bitDo or QANBA Q1-W Q1W Wireless Arcade Joystick , both of them are almost same price at my budget
I would go with 8bitdo
Awesome I got the same fight stick about a month ago. What Kof are you playing here?
That was kof 2002 , one of my fav version ❤️🙏
Is it possible to Connect to PS3 and PS4??
I would like to understand how to set it up in Recalbox (Raspberry Pi)
On the Arcade Stick, how should I position the 2 "main" buttons (top left)?
1) switch mode: switch / off/ X-input? (obviously to switch off the stick, you must position this button on "off")
2) control stick switch: left-stick - d-pad - right-stick (I have absolutely no idea what this is all about)
And in Recalbox, how do you configure this stick? (I know the "joysticks" and "configure a joystick" menu, but then?)
Hey friend, that i am not sure, i never used raspberry pi 😢