(Part 2) Best pc game flight controls according to redditors

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So I just built one. It's a good way to try it out in an affordable way. You can getaway with about $45 in parts.

This is a decent guide...
https://terntek.com/blog/blog/2017/08/01/how-to-build-an-arcade-stick-for-pc-or-retropie/

I used this box.... Reinforced it with cutting an extra panel and gluing it
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004G7Q37M

I used these buttons and stick kit... You can but this for the set of buttons and USB encoder that's included with all the wiring. Worth getting the dual kit as it'll be cheaper then buying extra buttons and wires. And set them up hitbox style.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B076WZSNT1

Edit: you can see mine in my post history. Gallery of images I'm comments.

I use this on my Neo-Geo cab and it works fantastic.

Thrustmaster T-Flight Hotas 4 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DLKVKD5/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_1N0BCbJN2C75C

I'm in a similar hunt and I want to keep to low ish budget but it seems almost impossible. I settled on the Thrustmaster T-Flight Hotas X for joystick and thruster as the review seem to be good except to say that spending up to over a £100 will get you a better set up, which is hardly the worst criticism I've heard for something.

The pedals I have found (only a few) are all around the same price bracket (a bit high for me but might be alright for you)

Pro Flight Cessna Rudder Pedal (£110.60): http://www.amazon.co.uk/Pro-Flight-Cessna-Rudder-Pedal/dp/B0058FADEA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1413573012&sr=8-1&keywords=pedal+rudder

CH Pro Pedals (£139.95): http://www.amazon.co.uk/CH-Pro-Pedals-USB-Simulator/dp/B00EECN6HO/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1413572977&sr=8-9&keywords=pedal+rudder

Saitek PZ35 (£101.44): http://www.amazon.co.uk/Saitek-PZ35-Flight-Rudder-Pedals/dp/B00564ZOB0/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1413572977&sr=8-6&keywords=pedal+rudder

Edit: For some reason my brain entirely ignored the yoke part of your question when reading, sorry. I just had finished hunting for some affordable pedals and clearly my brain had just adapted to ignoring all non pedal related input. Hopefully the rudder bit is still helpful.

More "affordable" in Amazon.de

EUR 199,99

https://www.amazon.de/Thrustmaster-F18-Hotas-Stick-AddOn/dp/B07S5FC1HS/ref=mp_s_a_1_31

Is it this:
https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Throttle-Simulation-Controller-Gaming/dp/B079P6SSHP/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=logitech+x56&qid=1569136393&s=gateway&sr=8-1

or this:
https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Flight-Rhino-Certified-Refurbished/dp/B07CKDS4ZT/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=logitech+x56&qid=1569136393&s=gateway&sr=8-2

The buttons I used are a "EG Starts" kit. Cheap and cheerful.

EG STARTS 2 Player Arcade Joystick Buttons Arcade Contest DIY Retropie Cabinet Kit PC Game + Chrome Plating LED 1 2 Player Coin Buttons Mame Raspberry Pi Game Project https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B075J882S8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_9TyODb3KFKQEN

The little dot in the middle is only picked up by a camera. Unnoticeable when playing games etc. They do feel better than the stock buttons. Joysticks are the biggest improvement though. Honestly the stock buttons that come with the SF cab aren't that bad, I just didnt like the concave design

They are Happ-knockoffs, the actuation force is a little more than what I'd like but I got six buttons for $11 and they work just fine, I'm not complaining.

This is the stick I used.

First off, thank you all for the responses. Super helpful, and reassuring :-).

Planning on getting the below linked yoke and peddles.

Is there any point in getting the radio (or something similar) to increase my actual flying skills?

Thanks Again!

Yoke

Peddles

Radio

>What are the boxes with landing gear and the other with flight level etc ? Are they off the shelf ?


The box with the landing gear is the Logitech G Saitek Pro Flight Switch Panel which you can get on Amazon for $99.99 and the other thing with the flight levels is the Logitech G Pro Flight Multi Panel for $149.99. Both are off the shelf products.

Btw do you have this one ?
https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Pro-Flight-Multi-Panel/dp/B01LWRNBI0

Is it plug n play mostly? I see some complaints about drivers needed in the reviews

You can get adapters for old joysticks to USB, e.g.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/USB-Pin-Joystick-Gameport-Converter/dp/B002JV6JPS

I do not know how well they work but it might be worth a go. I have seen someone use one, and run into some issues, here

VKB Europe's recent "Products availability" (14th Feb) had..

Gunfighter Mk.II (PRO) MCG: produced for EU in sufficient amount and expected to be shipped to our store next week . We aim to keep this product in permanent stock.

It's the stick I have my eye on, at some point.

I've had an X55 .. mine broke twice in 12 months. MadCatz were great and replaced the parts both times, but I decided to sell it on after the 2nd replacement. I don't think the X56 is much of an improvement - the switches for the buttons/hats are just too cheap to last. I would avoid this if you want a hard wearing stick.

VPC looks similar/just as nice but I am also put off by the mounting system. My PC is used by my wife and for other things and space is at a premium so even though the mount is easily removed (I believe) I simply don't have space to put it anywhere.

As for throttles. I have a CH pro, it's not a great example of it's kind however as there is a lot of play and jitter at the ends of the range. But, it has an analog stick which is essential for the space sim stuff I prefer (Elite Dangerous). It's not a great throttle if you want a realistic "feel" however, so avoid if you're concerned about that. It's basically plastic on plastic with no resistance.

You might see if you can pick up a 2nd hand Thrustmaster Warthog thottle as they are, I believe, considered to be top notch.

Are you configuring the controls within DCS or something provided by the vendor?

EDIT: You might want to jump over to Amazon and check out the review for this product.

https://www.amazon.com/Speedlink-Black-Flightstick-Throttle-Control/product-reviews/B0148DM98A/ref=cm_cr_dp_see_all_btm?ie=UTF8&reviewerType=avp_only_reviews&showViewpoints=1&sortBy=recent

Yeah I kinda' gave up trying to make the cables pretty. The HOTAS stands are 2 x Wheel Stand Pro. They're... okay. Pricey for what they are... and the stands get in the way of my chair, which is annoying.

I wish I'd bought two of these VPC Desk Mounts, with the corresponding throttle and joystick mounting plates. They look a lot slicker.

So far these are what seem to be the best solutions to me:

Clamps: http://www.simhq.com/_technology3/technology_188a.html

Stand: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DIQ3168/ref=oh_details_o06_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

There are other DIY configurations you can put together, but these seem to be as good as you can get if you want a commercially available, dual joystick, non-cockpit solution.

I use a version of thos with only my stick attached to it with velcro to the right of my desk. My throttle sits on my desk as the added height doesn't bother me. What i like about this is that it can be folded up and stored, used in front of the TV as well and it can hold pedals as well
https://www.amazon.com/Wheel-Stand-Pro-Support-included/dp/B00DIQ3168/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1492453279&sr=8-7&keywords=wheel+stand+pro