PS4 arcade stick/joypads megathread

K.O.Kiki · 24-11-2015 2:01pm #1

With Street Fighter V currently in beta and the full release barely 3 months away, I thought it was about time I made a thread on what controller options are available for PS4 to blame your losses on.
(as a bonus, almost every option mentioned here works on PS3+PC too)

Venom arcade stick ~£65-70 / €110

Mid-size arcade stick.
While the stock joystick is passable & the stock buttons are poor, it is very easy to mod.
The stock joystick is a Sanwa JLF clone and can be modified to arcade-grade with a Sanwa TP-MA PCB + JST XH cable.
The buttons can be replaced with any 30mm and are connected with quick-disconnects.
Hori Real Arcade 4 Kai, ~£110

Very wide base but with small palm rest & medium weight, this joystick uses Hori's new arcade-grade "Hayabusa" lever and "Kuro" buttons.
The latter are slightly larger than the average 30mm drop-in button, while the former is my new preferred lever (design-wise, an evolution of the venerable Sanwa JLF).
Everything is connected with quick-disconnects.
Madcatz TE2 ~€200

Large, heavy base and a nifty opening mechanism. The cable can be removed for travel (uses a proprietary mechanism).
This joystick uses arcade-grade Sanwa parts and (again) all quick-disconnects.
Madcatz Fightstick Alpha (release 2016)

Tiny travel-size stick. Not much is known yet, but it should have quick-disconnects at least.
Hori Blazblue Chrono Phantasma Extend

Medium-size stick.
It uses Hori's old OEM joystick (JLF clone) and newer Kuro buttons.
Buttons are quick-disconnect, but joystick does not use 5-pin cable (might be easy moddable, will update in future).
ebten Guilty Gear Xrd stick

Large stick with all-Sanwa parts.
You probably won't find one.
Hori Fighting Commander 4

A joypad with a twist - literally!
The d-pad can be angled to 10 or 20 degrees off-axis.
Additionally, the R1/R2 triggers can be switched to function as L1/L2, allowing all buttons to be on the right side.
Madcatz Fightpad PRO (release 2016)

Looks to be similar to the Hori FC4, but with a circular d-pad & additional thumbsticks.
Brook converters
http://www.brookaccessory.com/product/
Lagless converters which allow old (PS1, PS3, 360) controllers to work on new systems (PS4, Xbox One).
Brook seem to be very supportive with releasing update firmware as needed. Additionally, unlike their competitor ChronusMAX they do not feature turbo or macros, and are thus fully tournament legal.
The only downside is that you must buy the correct converter for your particular controller.
Brook Fightboard
http://forums.shoryuken.com/discussion/204940/brook-announces-ps3-ps4-fightboard-pcb
Keep an eye on this - it might be the solution for anyone looking to permanently solder their current joystick to work with PS3/PS4.

ladnopoka · 24-11-2015 2:25pm

We are still trying to get people together to buy Madcatz TE2 ~€200 with a discount if we have 5 people or more. So far we have 3 or 4 people and we need more. I need this stick for a long time now so hopefully someone else wants to buy one of these with a discount.

Facebook post for the Madcatz TE2 PS4 - https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishfgc/permalink/511250182384479/

Rob2D · 24-11-2015 2:30pm

K.O.Kiki wrote: »

You probably won't find one.

I found one the other week while searching for a Guilty Gear TE2. If anyone wants the link I could try dig through my history.

Oh and I suppose I should say my Venom is still working away no problem. I replaced the buttons but the stock stick is indeed fine.

Junsuina Chikara · 01-12-2015 1:01am

Whats the deal with using the Brooks Fightboard with Toodles' boards? I've modded my TE with a TE Kitty. I'd like to keep X360 compatibility and just add PS4 support to my TE

shane9fingers · 01-12-2015 9:58am

The new ps4/xbone mayflash stick was supposed to be out already. Found a placeholder on playasia and the mayflsh site but no more info.

Also, the illusive ggxrd pad, Hori fps, Hori fps plus, and the gator pad. I had an fps plus, but found it unsuitable for a padhack, and not a very good dpad either.

Rob2D · 01-12-2015 11:06am

pavlovianpokes wrote: »

The new ps4/xbone mayflash stick was supposed to be out already. Found a placeholder on playasia and the mayflsh site but no more info.

That came out I think, there's a thread on SRK about it. The stick still needs a controller to be plugged in with it. As I understand it just comes with the pass through port built in to it.

So it's useless in other words.

shane9fingers · 01-12-2015 11:59am

Rob2D wrote: »

That came out I think, there's a thread on SRK about it. The stick still needs a controller to be plugged in with it. As I understand it just comes with the pass through port built in to it.

So it's useless in other words.

Well fook, that's a really big converter then.

http://forums.shoryuken.com/discussion/202563/mayflash-ps4-xbox-one-ps3-xbox360-fightstick-coming-soon-excitement-level-downgraded

Simon_K · 02-12-2015 11:58pm

Dear customers
We are sorry to say that some users have experienced problems with our PS4 Super Converters series after doing PlayStation’s 3.11 upgrade.
The following two issues have been confirmed:
1.) The Super Converter disconnects after 8 minutes
2.) the Super Converter light go red and pressing a button does not trigger a response on the screen.
We are terribly sorry for the inconveniences this may cause our customers. Our R&D team is working hard to fix this issue, and we will release a fix as soon as we have it ready. Thank you,
The Brook Team

Lol so its the equivalent of ps360+ then. Except ps360+ is cheaper, works on ps3,ps4,xbox360 and pc AND has a SOFT reset.

blag · 03-12-2015 4:41pm

Street Fighter 5 sticks.

More here, including pads.

Added touchpad and L3/R3 support.

The TE S+ looks fantastic but the other thing is an abomination. I have the generic blue/black PS4 TE2 and it feels pretty cheap compared to the original TE's. Hopefully the TE S+ goes back to that build quality but I wouldn't count on it :pac: .

Rob2D · 03-12-2015 5:25pm

Ohhhhh pretty.

€276 + shipping for us though.........

Might be cheaper to buy US and get it sent over! :pac:
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Yeah, it is. Just pre-ordered from amazon US there. No choice anyway, UK/EU mad catz sites are sold out it seems.

airmax87 · 03-12-2015 5:26pm

If anyone has a PSX\PS2 to PC\PS3 adapter, you can actually use those in ultra PS4, albeit with arseways button mappings, but pretty cool playing an old old PSX pad with no analogs on the PS4.

Simon_K · 03-12-2015 5:44pm

airmax87 wrote: »

If anyone has a PSX\PS2 to PC\PS3 adapter, you can actually use those in ultra PS4, albeit with arseways button mappings, but pretty cool playing an old old PSX pad with no analogs on the PS4.

I have that adapter, thanks

Can you not rebind the keys at the system level?

airmax87 · 03-12-2015 5:58pm

Simon_K wrote: »

I have that adapter, thanks Can you not rebind the keys at the system level?

You can, but I'm braindead and lazy so I never bothered past seeing did it actually work on the PS4 :pac:
Dualshock 4 is doing me fine so far, aside from some hiccups in ST (hooligans dont always come out)

Rob2D · 03-12-2015 6:01pm

airmax87 wrote: »

Dualshock 4 is doing me fine so far

Lovely controller. Might be my favourite ever.

K.O.Kiki · 03-12-2015 6:33pm

Simon_K wrote: »

Dear customers
We are sorry to say that some users have experienced problems with our PS4 Super Converters series after doing PlayStation’s 3.11 upgrade.
The following two issues have been confirmed:
1.) The Super Converter disconnects after 8 minutes
2.) the Super Converter light go red and pressing a button does not trigger a response on the screen.
We are terribly sorry for the inconveniences this may cause our customers. Our R&D team is working hard to fix this issue, and we will release a fix as soon as we have it ready. Thank you,
The Brook Team

Lol so its the equivalent of ps360+ then. Except ps360+ is cheaper, works on ps3,ps4,xbox360 and pc AND has a SOFT reset.

Stop looking for excuses to troll, Simon. :rolleyes:

http://forums.shoryuken.com/discussion/comment/10463320/#Comment_10463320

Simon_K · 03-12-2015 6:57pm

I'm not trolling, valid post. Scroll that thread you posted 2 posts up, thats where i got it.

K.O.Kiki · 03-12-2015 7:21pm

Simon_K wrote: »

I'm not trolling, valid post. Scroll that thread you posted 2 posts up, thats where i got it.

They released updated firmware within 48hrs, your point is invalid.

murphyebass · 03-12-2015 7:27pm

I love that smaller alpha arcade stick.

Reminds me of my namco one.

I own a Kai so have absolutely no reason to get it but seriously I want it so bad!!

I don't play with pads but even the pads do look good.

airmax87 · 03-12-2015 11:51pm

Rob2D wrote: »

Lovely controller. Might be my favourite ever.

I've yet to try a saturn controller.

Rob2D · 04-12-2015 12:58am

airmax87 wrote: »

I've yet to try a saturn controller.

I had one for PC many many years ago. I remember I liked it.

Rob2D · 04-12-2015 1:07am

A new challenger! ?????

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http://www.amazon.co.uk/Hori-Fighting-stick-brand-Japan/dp/B017N4GMSO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1449187484&sr=8-1&keywords=hori+fighting+stick+mini

Available right now for around €60 odd. Someone grab one quick so we can know!

K.O.Kiki · 04-12-2015 1:59pm

Rob2D wrote: »

A new challenger! ?????

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Hori-Fighting-stick-brand-Japan/dp/B017N4GMSO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1449187484&sr=8-1&keywords=hori+fighting+stick+mini

Available right now for around €60 odd. Someone grab one quick so we can know!

I wouldn't recommend the Hori mini line if you're thinking about getting serious; it's really more of a stick for kids or MAMEing.

K.O.Kiki · 04-12-2015 3:04pm

http://madcatz.com/street-fighter-v-arcade-fightstick/
New info on Madcatz' official Street Fighter V range.
Release is February 2016.

Street Fighter V Arcade FightStick Tournament Edition 2+ (TE2+) €270 and Street Fighter V Arcade FightStick Tournament Edition S+ (TE-S+) €220

Why the plus? We’re adding L3 and R3 buttons, full touch panel compatibility (gesture and button press) along with a refined case for a new generation of Street Fighter. Similarly, we’re doing the same with the TE2, which will also have the additional button and touch panel functionality built in. - See more at: http://madcatz.com/street-fighter-v-arcade-fightstick/#sthash.55jf6Hmb.dpuf

FightStick Alpha, €90

Very definitely non-arcade parts, but easy upgrading is promised.

FightPad Pro, €70
MarkMan has been posting lots of stuff on this pad, I think Ayjay will be very happy

https://twitter.com/MarkMan23/status/672551661517279234

https://twitter.com/MarkMan23/status/672600979305558016

https://twitter.com/MarkMan23/status/672595865257775104

airmax87 · 04-12-2015 4:39pm

Rob2D wrote: »

A new challenger! ?????

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Hori-Fighting-stick-brand-Japan/dp/B017N4GMSO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1449187484&sr=8-1&keywords=hori+fighting+stick+mini

Available right now for around €60 odd. Someone grab one quick so we can know!

It's almost the exact same as the red/blue ps3 one.
I had one and it's not really worth getting, at that price you're better off getting a hori fighting commander or buying parts to build your own.

Good luck fitting it on your lap

Simon_K · 04-12-2015 8:10pm

my point was that sony is actively ****ing with third party controllers. shame on them

Zapp Brannigan · 04-12-2015 9:11pm

I like those new Madcatz sticks. Howver the artwork is pretty plain.

Rob2D · 04-12-2015 9:23pm

K.O.Kiki wrote: »

I wouldn't recommend the Hori mini line if you're thinking about getting serious; it's really more of a stick for kids or MAMEing.

A shame, could still be a cheap PCB option though??

Zapp Brannigan wrote: »

I like those new Madcatz sticks. However the artwork is pretty plain.

I dunno man, that gold Shadaloo on black looks pretty good to me!

K.O.Kiki · 05-12-2015 1:59pm

Rob2D wrote: »

A shame, could still be a cheap PCB option though??

You're better off with a Fightboard IMHO, as it's designed with soldering in mind.

Zapp Brannigan · 06-12-2015 12:15pm

Rob2D wrote: »

I dunno man, that gold Shadaloo on black looks pretty good to me!

I mean, all said and done, that's the one I'll end up with. But would maybe like a different colour scheme for the buttons.

airmax87 · 06-12-2015 11:00pm

Anyone pre order this ?
Might do so myself during the week.
http://www.play-asia.com/fighting-commander-for-playstation-4-playstation-3/13/709efx

shane9fingers · 07-12-2015 12:15pm

airmax87 wrote: »

Anyone pre order this ?
Might do so myself during the week.
http://www.play-asia.com/fighting-commander-for-playstation-4-playstation-3/13/709efx

It looks like the FC4 but way cheaper. Watch out for custom charges.

K.O.Kiki · 07-12-2015 8:06pm

airmax87 wrote: »

Anyone pre order this ?
Might do so myself during the week.
http://www.play-asia.com/fighting-commander-for-playstation-4-playstation-3/13/709efx

Huh, didn't think Hori would re-use the 2012 Fighting Commander 3 design after switching production to the asymmetrical FC Pro.

K.O.Kiki · 08-12-2015 2:19am

Ok, now I'm interested in the Hori mini again... low-profile Hayabusa?

*edit*
Bought one. Will give impressions when it arrives.

Rob2D · 08-12-2015 11:10am

K.O.Kiki wrote: »

Ok, now I'm interested in the Hori mini again... low-profile Hayabusa?

Oh cool. I wonder is it smaller overall? Standard busa is so beefy.

airmax87 · 08-12-2015 11:13am

K.O.Kiki wrote: »

Ok, now I'm interested in the Hori mini again... low-profile Hayabusa?

*edit*
Bought one. Will give impressions when it arrives.

Seems to be much better quality than the ps3 hori mini, which I managed to CRACK the gate on

airmax87 · 14-12-2015 7:57pm

My dualshock 4's dpad is gone all mushy already, only got it in august

Placebo · 02-01-2016 7:03pm

those new arcade stick prices are insane and the sticks seem to get bigger, calm down mad catz.

Doctor DooM · 11-01-2016 9:58am

Placebo wrote: »

those new arcade stick prices are insane and the sticks seem to get bigger, calm down mad catz.

I got a Hori on the cheap which is doing me until I get my modded VSHG back.

Placebo · 11-01-2016 7:43pm

which one? i need to sort out an arcade stick for ps4 before sf5 is out,
move back to dublin
relive the hype

Ramza · 11-01-2016 9:27pm

Placebo wrote: »

those new arcade stick prices are insane and the sticks seem to get bigger, calm down mad catz.

Yeah I agree, the prices are mental. There's cheaper alternatives if you own a 360/PS3 stick already ; dual modding via PS360+ (no soldering) or using a lagless converter. Both are viable options and way cheaper, worth looking into.

airmax87 · 11-01-2016 9:57pm

Doctor DooM wrote: »

VSHG

not a stick player, but jelly

Doctor DooM · 12-01-2016 12:14pm

Placebo wrote: »

which one? i need to sort out an arcade stick for ps4 before sf5 is out,
move back to dublin
relive the hype

http://www.amazon.co.uk/correspondence-Arcade-controller-Pro-V5-Hayabusa/dp/B00S94RODA/ref=sr_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1452597230&sr=8-11&keywords=Hori

It's gone up in price, was 75 or something when I got it!

BanjoB · 01-02-2016 1:26am

Any more news on the best method to mod existing Xbox or PS3 sticks??. Playing this Beta with a pad is killing me!.

Zapp Brannigan · 01-02-2016 10:14am

Ordered the Madcatz stick on Amazon, will have to sell my HRAP V4 now, 2 weeks to go!

K.O.Kiki · 01-02-2016 12:29pm

BanjoB wrote: »

Any more news on the best method to mod existing Xbox or PS3 sticks??. Playing this Beta with a pad is killing me!.

New company Brook has been creating all sorts of great products.

They have converters
http://www.paradisearcadeshop.com/brook-super-converters/1679-xbox-360xbox-one-to-ps4-super-converter.html

A PS3/PS4 solution
http://www.paradisearcadeshop.com/fgc-console-joystick/1660-brook-ps3ps4-fighting-board-with-paradise-breakout-.html

And a PS3/PS4/Xbox360/XboxOne solution
http://www.paradisearcadeshop.com/home/1658-brook-universal-fighting-board-ps3-ps4-xbox-360-xbox-one-pc-.html

K.O.Kiki · 01-02-2016 12:32pm

In other news, Paradise have also created an add-in board to convert Sanwa OBSF buttons to the superior Cherry MX switches:
http://www.paradisearcadeshop.com/755-obs-mx-button-system

So if you have a failing button microswitch but don't like the look of Gamerfinger HBSF30, try these.

BanjoB · 01-02-2016 2:47pm

K.O.Kiki wrote: »

New company Brook has been creating all sorts of great products.

They have converters
http://www.paradisearcadeshop.com/brook-super-converters/1679-xbox-360xbox-one-to-ps4-super-converter.html

A PS3/PS4 solution
http://www.paradisearcadeshop.com/fgc-console-joystick/1660-brook-ps3ps4-fighting-board-with-paradise-breakout-.html

And a PS3/PS4/Xbox360/XboxOne solution
http://www.paradisearcadeshop.com/home/1658-brook-universal-fighting-board-ps3-ps4-xbox-360-xbox-one-pc-.html

Cheers.

Are the converters reliable??

K.O.Kiki · 01-02-2016 3:32pm

BanjoB wrote: »

Cheers.

Are the converters reliable??

So far, they've been tested by SRK's Tech Talk denizens as being lagless & Brook have released firmware updates within days of Sony breaking compatibility.

Ramza · 01-02-2016 5:09pm

BanjoB wrote: »

Cheers.

Are the converters reliable??

Mine arrived just last week, been using it loads on PS4 Ultra and for the SF5 Beta. They work great, and I can definitely vouch for them. AFAIK based on testing results from the tech talk guys over on SRK, they're the gold standard right now since they're lagless and don't allow input macros or turbos, so they're also tournament legal. Brook also have great customer support so that's a huge plus.

airmax87 · 01-02-2016 8:50pm

Wonder will a saturn to ps3 converter will work on ultra, my ps1/2 to usb does, albeit with messed up button mapping.

BanjoB · 02-02-2016 1:56am

Ramza wrote: »

Mine arrived just last week, been using it loads on PS4 Ultra and for the SF5 Beta. They work great, and I can definitely vouch for them. AFAIK based on testing results from the tech talk guys over on SRK, they're the gold standard right now since they're lagless and don't allow input macros or turbos, so they're also tournament legal. Brook also have great customer support so that's a huge plus.

Great stuff. Thanks for the feedback. I'm gonna get one now

PS4 arcade stick/joypads megathread

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