6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
Value for Money, Dec 9 2009
By Rerun Van Pelt "Rerun Van Pelt" - Published on Amazon.com
Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars
This review is from: Arcade Fighter (Accessory)
I recently purchased the Arcade Fighter by dreamGear since I couldn't find another Hori Wii fighting stick. I was initially apprehensive since it looked really cheap compared to the Hori Stick. But at $40 it was worth a try.
Lo and behold, I could hardly notice the difference when I started playing. The stick and buttons were responsive. I could hardly tell the difference between this and my Hori stick. I have big hands and the buttons are nicely spaced, similar to an actual arcade layout. I can play for hours without my hands feeling cramped. I love the compartment at the back that lets you hide the cable when not in use.
Only gripe that I have is that there isn't a turbo toggle similar to the Hori Stick.
Another thing that I'm unsure of is how durable this stick would be. I've had the Hori Stick for over a year and it's still like new despite several playings of Guilty Gear Accent Core.
If you're short on cash and can't afford the rare Hori Wii Fighting Stick. This is an affordable substitute.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent for Modding!, Jun 17 2011
By Manifest - Published on Amazon.com
Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars
This review is from: Arcade Fighter (Accessory)
I bought this stick with the intent of modding it with dualshock 3 insides & it doesn't disappoint.
Out of the box, the buttons actually feel pretty good.
They almost felt like Sanwa buttons, but they were soldered to a board.
The only drawback is probably the stick.
I never used it on a game, but it just didn't feel as tight as it should've been.
The box itself was nicer than I expected, so it doesn't feel like you're getting a bargain bin product.
Not that the product is garbage but I can't really see someone dominating with the stock product.
A good stick to learn and improve with, but mod it to make yourself a little sharper.
Great color, detachable "face plate" for easy art customization, and it has a nice beefy weight.