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What are the best fighting sticks for PC?
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Best fighting sticks for PC
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HORI Real Arcade Pro V Kai
$149.99
2.2kg
PC, Xbox 360, Xbox One
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HORI Real Arcade Pro 4 Kai
$149.96
2.2kg
PS4/PS3/PC
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$199.99
7.4 pounds
PS4
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HORI Real Arcade Pro V Kai
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Full Xbox One/360 and PC compatibility
Its button layout mimics the Xbox controller. It has a dedicated Xbox button and a switch that lets you choose between One and 360 mode.
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Cable storage door breaks easily
The cable storage door is flimsy and comes off easily.
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Weight:
2.2kg
Supported platforms:
PC, Xbox 360, Xbox One
Cable:
3m
Buttons:
HORU Original HAYABUSA Buttons
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Breakaway cable to prevent console pulling
The Kai's cable is 10ft long and has a breakaway feature to prevent pulling the console if someone trips on the cable or something similar.
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Hard to change artwork without breaking its protective cover
The Kai's artwork can be changed, but there's a high risk that this will damage the plexiglass, due to the adhesives used to fixate it, so it is better to count on the possibility that getting a spare one will be needed.
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Sturdy, high quality components
HORI uses its own buttons and joystick on this controller. The buttons are solid and very responsive. The top of the controller is plastic while its underside is metal.
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No easy open
The Kai requires a screwdriver to open.
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Internal components are easy to replace
The Kai's internal components can be swapped with ease.
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Modding voids warranty
This controller's warranty becomes void once any modifications are made.
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Accidental pausing can be prevented
The Menu button can be disabled to prevent accidental pausing.
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May be uncomfortable for big hands
For large hands, the wrist area may seem too small.
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Joystick can be set to behave either as an analog stick or as a D-pad
You can toggle the joystick to either behave as an analog stick or a D-pad.
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It can take some time to get used to the feel of the buttons
Some users say that this stick's buttons feel more springy than the popular Sanwa buttons used on other premium controllers, so it may take some time to get used to them if you have used Sanwa buttons before.
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HORI Real Arcade Pro 4 Kai
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PC/PS3/PS4 compatibility
As a stick that's officially licensed, it is PS3 and PS4 compatible. There's even a touchpad on the back of the controller for PS4 functionality. It’s also PC compatible, using an Xinput standard.
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Noisy lever
The 4 Kai's lever is somewhat noisy, especially when compared to its Sanwa counterpart.
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Weight:
2.2kg
Supported platforms:
PS4/PS3/PC
Cable:
9.8ft / 3m (non detachable)
Buttons:
HAYABUSA Buttons
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Ergonomic, comfortable layout
The solid and responsive buttons are arranged in a Taito Vewlix-style configuration. This layout is used on most fighting sticks and is quite comfortable for gaming. The space between the stick and the buttons is wide enough to be ergonomic for most users hand size.
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Working on the inside hardware can be a bit of a hassle
Unlike other fighting sticks, which have buttons or latches, the 4 Kai requires a screwdriver to remove its backplate screws and access its internal components. Even though internal components can be swapped with ease, it feels like they are a bit crammed inside.
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Precise and durable joystick and buttons
HORI uses in-house manufactured joystick and buttons for their controllers. In this case, the very precise and durable original HORI Hayabusa Joystick and HORI Kuro Buttons are the ones that are used.
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Replacing the artwork is likely to break the protective cover
The 4 Kai's artwork can be changed, but there is a high risk that the plexiglass will break while doing so. Therefore, be prepared for the need to get a spare.
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Light and portable
Weighing 2.2 kg, this stick feels quite light compared to other alternatives, which makes it more portable than some of its competitors.
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Modifying this stick voids the warranty
Users should keep in mind that making modifications on this stick will void its warranty.
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Buttons can be replaced
The standard buttons can be replaced for Sanwa buttons, if that's preferred. However, this process requires applying some force, so you’ll have to take extra caution.
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Button stifness may take some getting used to
Some people find that the HORI buttons are excessively stiffer than those found on other fighting sticks, so it may take some getting used to their feel.
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Color-coded wiring
The wiring is conveniently color-coded.
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USB cable is not detachable and it's not breakaway
The 4 Kai's 3 meter USB cable is not detachable. It's also not a breakaway cable, so there is a risk of pulling out the console if someone trips over the cable.
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Customizable Option button
The Option button, located near the main buttons, can be reassigned or disabled using the Assign button.
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Plastic parts feel cheap
The 4 Kai's plastic parts feel a bit cheap. An example of this is the compartment door for the USB cable, which comes off easily.
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Has metal parts, which are durable and resistant
The metal parts of the controller feel solid and can withstand abuse well.
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Not very suitable for big hands
The Kai 4's wrists area may be too small for gamers with big hands.
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Additional side buttons for improved gaming experience
HORI has included a lot of additional buttons on the right side of the controller, such as L3, R3, turbo switch or joystick trigger (to change joystick behaviour).
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Slightly unstable
This stick's light 2.2 kg weight tends to make it slightly unstable. As an attempt to mitigate this effect, the bottom surface has two rubbery patches to prevent the controller from sliding around.
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Joystick can be used both as a D-pad or as an analog stick
The joystick toggle lets you set the joystick to act as a D-pad or one of the analog sticks.
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Turbo button can be set to 3 different levels
The Turbo button can be set to 5, 12, or 20 attacks per second.
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Razer Panthera
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Feels sturdy and solid
The Panthera feels sturdy and solidly-built, which is impressive for a device that has a hollow middle part.
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The Start and Back buttons are easy to press accidentally
The Start and Back buttons are located on the right side, which makes them prone to accidental presses. Fortunately, there is a lock button that disables them.
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Specs
Weight:
7.4 pounds
Supported platforms:
PS4
Cable:
13ft
Buttons:
Sanwa Denshi OBSF-30
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Good ergonomics
This controller uses a Taito Vewlix layout, having the face buttons arranged in a square. Buttons are big and chunky, so they're comfortable even for big hands.
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Good surface grip
The Panthera's base is coated with slip-resistant rubber, improving its grip on smooth surfaces.
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