Microsoft Sidewinder Joystick (USB)

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Microsoft Sidewinder Joystick (USB)

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Pros & Cons

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Pros

Make sure to have an available usb port. It's plug-and-play, so i've never had any problems with having to trade it out for other usb peripherals. Worked on my old computer that is no longer connected to the internet.

The thumb throttle has a long travel path, so its very precise. The rounded base is great, and the thumb throttle and finger * are easily controlled with your second hand in your lap and without needing to look at them.

Cons

Whenever i shut down the computer the device driver vanishes. Trying to contact tech support is a nightmare. Bouncing around the microsoft website is a joke.

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Quality

Good quality build i just plug it into a computer and it's ready to go.

It gives a more realistic feel than using the keys plus it has good response and many other buttons already preprogrammed for v... Read More

It's got three thumb buttons, a trigger, a throttle that i sometimes accidentally bump with my arm when i'm flying (which can b... Read More

The bad:• this stick does not twist (for rudders, etc.

Price

Best of all, it is at a very affordable price.

I recently bought this flight joystick for a buck at a garage sale.

My friend has the force feedback joystick and i intended to get that, however it's quite costly so i decided to get this instead.

Shipping

So i came here and searched around for a while.

Packaging/appearance

Exactly as the seller described and with a like new condition.

Also, the package states that the joystick works with games designed for windows 98 second edition or later.

Competitiveness

If you want a good joystick for kids, or for that matter a joystick that will serve you well until this time next decade, you c... Read More

Competitive analysis:• i like the sidewinder stick movement / tension / spring way better than what you'll find on more expensi... Read More

This joystick works just as well as the force feedback (i think it's better, it doesn't tire you out as much), it lasts longer ... Read More

Overview

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great, many, good, base and designed.

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Our engine has analyzed and discovered that 64.3% of the reviews are reliable.

This product had a total of 37 reviews as of our last analysis date on Jul 17 2024.