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SpyDaniel
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Posted: 14th Aug 2012 18:32
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I recently got into the World of Warplanes closed beta and was wondering if using a joystick would improve my playing ability over using a mouse? If so does anyone have any suggestions for one to get?
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bitJericho
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Posted: 14th Aug 2012 19:05 Edited at: 14th Aug 2012 19:06
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I found in other flight sims it's vastly improved.

The ms range of flight controllers are quite nice. I recommend also having foot pedals but a three axis controller also works fine. Saitek makes really nice joysticks as well.

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DeadTomGC
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Posted: 14th Aug 2012 19:36
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2 things. Yes, get a joystick, and get IL2 1946.


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SpyDaniel
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Posted: 14th Aug 2012 19:54 Edited at: 14th Aug 2012 19:56
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I've had a look and found this joystick which seems reasonable. I don't want to spend too much on one until I really get into flight sims.
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bitJericho
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Posted: 14th Aug 2012 19:56
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Eeee I'd be weary of offbrand controllers. It could make you hate flight sims I'd try ebay if you're looking for a bargain.

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SpyDaniel
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Posted: 14th Aug 2012 20:18
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What about this one then?
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DeadTomGC
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Posted: 14th Aug 2012 20:45
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Ya that last one might be good. IDK though. I have this one though, and I was just able to go to a local store and pick it up. They are very common.


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BiggAdd
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Posted: 14th Aug 2012 22:06
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I used to own a Cyborg Joystick, they were great back in the day, and apparantly they are still pretty good now:
http://store.gameshark.net/Cyborg_X_PC_Flight_Stick/3409/245
http://cyborggaming.com/prod/v5stick.htm

I like how this one has a dual throttle control for multiple engines!

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SpyDaniel
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Posted: 16th Aug 2012 15:59
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Just ordered the Logitech Attack™ 3 Joystick, just have to wait for it to arrive and then I'll test it out to see if it improves playing flight sims.
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bitJericho
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Posted: 16th Aug 2012 16:02
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Yeah let me know how it works for you. Also, I still highly recommend pedals. If you have a steering wheel laying around, you can usualy hook that up simultaneously and just use the peddles in the game, that's how I do it

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Van B
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Posted: 16th Aug 2012 16:37
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If your getting a joystick with a throttle control, try and get enough cash to get one with a seperate throttle...



That joystick actually seperates in the middle, so you can setup the stick however you like, and it's only about £40.

Anyway, my point is that when the throttle control is part of the joystick, it can get really fiddly, going between the mouse, keyboard, and joystick with both hands overlapping. I think the most comfortable setup would be to have the joystick on the right and the throttle on the left, keyboard in the middle.

My Saitek joystick with the throttle just feels awkward, and really I'd be happier using a 360 controller than my joystick, just because of the throttle position. I'm planning on buying a new stick, for the new Mechwarrior game - if I can ever afford it, I will get that Razer Artemis controller, with the screen built in, designed especially for Mechwarrior.



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Neuro Fuzzy
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Why settle for a joystick?

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SpyDaniel
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Posted: 21st Aug 2012 17:30
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It arrived on Monday so it came pretty quick as I ordered it on the Friday. I used it yesterday and it was so much better than using the mouse to fly the planes. I do have to agree with Van B on the throttle though, it is awkward to use, as you have to bend fingers and thumbs to keep all the other things going while you are chasing down an enemy xD (Though I found myself using the keyboard for the throttle in the end).

I'd recommend one if you fancy taking up flight simulators.
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