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User Deleted	2/08/07 3:53:14 AM#1 Report this post Explain why you are reporting this post: (750 characters max.) I have been looking around at different joysticks, but I would like to know if there are any specific recommendations from you guys? Especially as I am not sure which ones are compatible with SWG and which aren't. I have a gamepad, but I don't like the console controller styling. I'd nuch rather have an aviation-style joystick, around $30-$40 if possible. Thanks, guys.
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Rytch Apprentice Member Joined: 2/08/07 Posts: 2	2/08/07 6:07:08 AM#2 Report this post Explain why you are reporting this post: (750 characters max.) I use the Saitek X45. It's a 2-piece stick with the left handed side using the rudder. The price tag is a bit high at $70, but you won't find a better method of control. I've never had any compatability problems with it and SWG, and it makes me a much better pilot. Rytch - Jedi Shivo - Medic SWG Chilastra Server
User Deleted	2/08/07 6:08:58 AM#3 Report this post Explain why you are reporting this post: (750 characters max.) I've been looking at some of the Saitek's and I do like a couple of 'em. I'm gonna look for the one you mentioned. I just didn't wanna shell out bucks for something that wasn't supported by the game.
Obraik Ewok Joined: 5/02/05 Posts: 7267	2/08/07 6:51:18 AM#4 Report this post Explain why you are reporting this post: (750 characters max.) I use an old MS Sidewinder 3D pro :D As for support, basically if Windows supports it, SWG will too.
RainStar Novice Member Joined: 12/08/05 Posts: 636 I will always miss pre-CU but I still enjoy the game.	2/08/07 7:20:56 AM#5 Report this post Explain why you are reporting this post: (750 characters max.) I have the LogitechFreedom 2.4 cordless joystick and it's great!
nokturnis Novice Member Joined: 8/25/05 Posts: 64	2/08/07 7:25:06 AM#6 Report this post Explain why you are reporting this post: (750 characters max.) I have a microsoft usb sidewinder but I do not think they make them any longer. Might get one on ebay worked fine in SWG for me. If I had to buy a new one it would be a CH flight controller.
User Deleted	2/08/07 8:29:00 AM#7 Report this post Explain why you are reporting this post: (750 characters max.) Thanks for all the suggestions, guys. I finally decided to order the Logitech Extreme 3D Pro 12 button. It'll do for now. But when I get some extra cash, I'm going for the Saitek X52 Pro. That thing is awesome!!
cjhrules Novice Member Joined: 12/13/04 Posts: 116	2/08/07 8:41:37 AM#8 Report this post Explain why you are reporting this post: (750 characters max.) tbh JTL can be played just as good or even better with the mouse, remember it's a mmorpg flight sim so it means best equip win... It wont be like the other flight sims out there.
Obraik Ewok Joined: 5/02/05 Posts: 7267	2/08/07 9:00:05 AM#9 Report this post Explain why you are reporting this post: (750 characters max.) To an extent, yes good gear is going to make you better but good gear can only go so far. Your ability to control your ship, turn at the right speeds, roll/pitch at the right time, etc is just as important.
User Deleted	2/08/07 10:10:52 AM#10 Report this post Explain why you are reporting this post: (750 characters max.) Yeah, that's why I want a joystick, is the control over pitch/yaw, etc. I've noticed it's pretty hard to do mini-adjustments with M&K. Plus I think the joystick just increases the immersion factor alot.
nakuma Novice Member Joined: 5/04/06 Posts: 1299 "then again I could be wrong, but that's just my opinion" -Dennis Miller	2/10/07 2:40:05 PM#11 Report this post Explain why you are reporting this post: (750 characters max.) I personally own a ThrustMaster HOTAS Cougar. its $300 though almost all metal, has weight Potentiometers, and a adjustable tension throttle the stick and throttle is mocked after the F-16 BLock 52 model :P I also have CH differeniated toe brake pedals for braking when landing and adjustable digital yaw and bank control. love them, though its a bit twitchy transfering from one axis to the other, but IM not willing to buy a mod to enhance it. I merely tweak the FOX software to make it more smoother. works like a charm otherwise. :P bit of an investment though price wise. but well worth it because of the feel, weight, and otherwise performance its offers over other flight sticks. wieghs iu think roughly 10 lbs or so together easily. 3.4ghz Phenom II X4 965, 8GB PC12800 DDR3 GSKILL, EVGA 285 GTX 1GB, 640GB HD SATA II, BFG 1000WATT PSU. MSI NF980-G65 TRI-SLI MOBO.
Fsuparker Novice Member Joined: 1/21/07 Posts: 10 "I didn''t attend the funeral, but I sent a nice letter saying that I approved of it."	2/10/07 2:46:33 PM#12 Report this post Explain why you are reporting this post: (750 characters max.) I use a Saitek Cyborg 3D Gold, it is a lil older model, not sure if it still being made but it works awesome On Ahazi i was easily in the top 10 ranked on flying a ship, but that comes down to skill over equipment, you have to get good at flying, just bc you have a good joystick doesn't mean much if you can't fly