Amazing stick. I really have no problems with it, whatsoever.This is my first arcade stick that I bought that wasn't a cheapo (bought a couple $60ish sticks in the past, but they both broke before I got a real chance to even learn how to play on stick.)So I decided to give learning stick another go, and with USFIV coming to PS4, and that version of the game being patched to compete with the 360 version in input lag and such, I thought it was the perfect time. I haven't played SF until USFIV came out to PS4 since SFII: Turbo Hyper Fighting on SNES, other than dabbling in SFxT, and took a big break from FGs on more than just a button mashing level for years.So with SFV coming out next spring, I wanted to learn to play stick, not only for more precise movement, but also for the button layout and more precision overall. And it only took me a couple weeks to transition from being a pad player since I was 3 (Now 24) to a stick player and I couldn't be happier.The buttons respond well, feel good to push.The stick, once you get used to the square gate (which is actually the best way to go as it offers more precision, but octogonal gates work better for people who grew up in the arcades, so really personal preference, but high level players told me that getting used to square gate would be worth it, and it's definitely paid off)The PS3/PS4 functionality is seamless and easy, just flip a switch, plug it in, push the PS Button and you're good to go. No hassle at all. And it works great on PC as well.The start button being next to the 4th row buttons isn't an issue for me, but could be for others. I've never accidentally paused it, even doing advanced techs in USFIV where I was learning and frantically pushing 3P/3K before my execution got better.The stick has a nice weight to it, not too heavy, not too light. I play on my lap and it doesn't move in a way that would affect my play in any way at all, and is comfortable while sitting on my lap, and has rubber traction on the bottom if you prefer putting it on a table, or even playing on the floor.Nice compartment for the cable, which I love as I hate just wrapping a wire around it, I feel like it'll be much safer in it's compartment.The stick's design isn't uncomfortable, or weird even though it may appear to be due to some of it's design choices, but it really doesn't detract me in anyway, but another very subjective thing. But I will say, I was worried at first, but thought hey, what the hell, might as well give it a shot and I love it.I'm 6'5 200lbs with fairly big hands as well, and I have no discomfort holding the stick wine glass style using my middle, index and thumb for all of the movement, so unless you have abnormally big hands I don't see that being an issue for anyone. I really don't have a single thing bad to say about this stick. Especially at the price point. Now, I haven't used a stick with Sanwa buttons extensively enough to tell a difference, but I don't have the slightest problem with HORI's buttons at all. I've put this thing through a pounding since I got it and it's still working like it did out of the box. Big ups on HORI for this.If you're wanting to get into playing on an arcade stick, this would be a very good investment and at least a good place to start at the very least.I do plan on buying a madcatz tournament edition SFV stick once they come out, along with SFV itself to see if the difference between buttons is so big that I'll switch, but I really doubt it, and will more than likely just use the madcatz as a spare and collectors item, since getting back into SF after so long I really fell in love with it again.Can't beat the quality and price combination, definitely give it a try if you're on the fence. Learning stick may seem intimidating, but with enough practice with basic stuff and getting muscle memory down to be able to hit all the buttons and do all the joystick motions, you'd be surprised with how fast you get used to it. Definitely 5 stars for me.Will try to update this down the line whenever madcatz comes out with their SFV sticks, but like I said, I don't see myself liking it so much more that it'll invalidate my opinion on this fine piece of HORI hardware.So after I got into a comfortable enough position to invest in a fightstick again, I did some shopping around and settled on this and I must say- I think I made a good call. That said, I'm one of those types who likes to customize and has a particular taste in how things handle, so while it's solid out of the box, if you like tighter and more precise directional controls and clickier buttons, some upgrades might be in order. Namely-8× Sanwa OBSF 30 buttons1× Sanwa OBSF 24 button1× Sanwa Lb-30 N-S battop (mainly due to my horrible gorilla paws)1× Kowal Hayabusa Octopus Octogate (the one Amazon recommends doesn't work with the Hayabusa stick)1× Kowal oversized Acuator1x 2lb Tension Spring for Sanwa JLF sticksDon't let the shopping list scare you though, this is still an absolutely solid stick out of the box and I highly recommend it for anyone wanting to try one out!Highly customizable and the mods to add custom artwork are pretty easy. One thing of note, and it's not that big of an issue, the ps4 and ps5 do not recognize the stick if you use a usb extender. I planned on nodding mine with a neutrik pass through, but it isn't compatible. Otherwise it is a great product.I enjoy the fight stick a lot. The buttons are nice but I replaced them for sanwa buttons because the Standard buttons tend to break or get stuck later down the line. Another thing to be wary of is the restrictor. It comes standard with a square restrictor which sucks for fighting games imo, so you’ll have to buy a octagonal one specifically for your stick on focus attack or another website for parts. Anything thing is that there is no headphone input which really sucks because if you’re in party chat you have to join as another user or use wireless headphones which I do not have. Overall it’s a fantastic fight stick. It doesn’t need another controller for it to work, the stick is very very nice, it’s bigger than my old Mayflash F500 and also lighter. It has a bunch of useful features like the touchpad and the side buttons for L3 R3 and the like so you can use it that way. I haven’t found out how to map the touchpad to a button on steam yet but you can always use a side button instead it’s no biggie. Overall very good fight stick and I’d definitely recommend it.Coming from the Hori Mini this bad boy has some weight too it and I love it! There’s padding on the bottom so it doesn’t slide around on my lap, the added R3, L3, and turbo buttons are an excellent addition. I’m in love with this thing!The fight stick arrived two days earlier than initially stated, which was pretty awesome. It had a dent on the original packaging, but not the shipping box. I want super worried because there was styrofoam underneath that area, so whatever.I bought this stick mainly to buy myself more time ergonomically rather than stop playing with my repetitive strain injury I thought maybe a different position would work (don't do as I do folks), and for a little while it did but the joystick does not have the range of motion of a controller, it only has eight points that registers versus a full 360, like having 8 buttons for direction instead of a joystick.So while it was serviceable for simpler games I would recommend keeping it for the fighting games which is something that it does do very well.As an entry level stick I found it worked really well for Dragon Ball fighters, SfxT, DOA 5Lr, and Mk9. This is also my first and only arcade stick but it gave me the experience that I expected.I kept my deck stock as by the time my octagonal plate arrived in the mail I had already gotten used to the square plate.Overall I recommend the product if you're thinking of getting into having one.Great arcade stick for the price, but there are other options out there for those who like to mod their arcade sticks. If you have no need to modify your fightstick, then this is a great option. It's priced lower than most in the same category, and it looks great. The white version comes with Hayabusa buttons and lever.*Note: I sent my white colour version of this arcade stick back to Amazon as there was an issue with the joystick. I wasn't sure if it was just a loose connection, however I didn't want to open it, void my warranty and risk the chance of not being able to return it.Pros:Low profile buttonsLooks greatSturdyInexpensive compared to other fightsticks in the same categoryCons:Cannot easily replace/add custom artworkReplacing buttons requires unscrewing the backing (not easy access)The body itself is a little narrow, not a lot of room for your wristsCable door on the back is extremely prone to breakingCable is not detachableEs mi primer stick o palanca, nunca había entrado de lleno al genero de peleas en los videojuegos, solo de manera casual. Me anime por este arcade stick por el precio ya que vi otras marcas y el precio de otras marcas era elevado. Vi este y no lo pensé dos veces y la verdad estoy muy fascinado. Lo compre para usarlo en mi PS4 y jugar Street Fighter V y voy de a poco agarrando ritmo. En cuanto mi experiencia el stick responde bastante bien para realizar los movimientos y combos de los peleadores. La integración que tiene las consolas de Sony (ps3 y ps4) es mas que competente, sobre todo en PS4 que incluso es util en el modo entrenamiento el touch pad así como el acceso al menú de la consola y otras funciones de la misma (capturas de pantalla y streaming). Para a PC no lo he probado. Los materiales para mi gusto se ve que son bastante duraderos para aquellos que la darán uso rudo. El esquema de botones y palanca se me ha hecho muy cómodo tal vez en mi opinión la palanca podría ser mejor en el sentido de que podría hacer menos ruido (se puede arreglar sustituyéndola). Y otra observación es el compartimiento que tiene para guardar el cable usb, el cual se desajusta con mucha facilidad.En cuanto al envió llego bien protegido dentro de una caja bastante amplia y con dos días de anticipación via Amazon MX Logistics según lo previsto por Amazon México..This is for the black version, model number PS4-015(U):- buttons are responsive; note that the button surfaces feel like they're a bit wobbly but it doesn't affect actual use- joystick feels a bit lighter than the Sanwa JLF, and is more audibly clicky- there is a switch for setting the controller to PS3/PS4/PC mode; even though it isn't mentioned in the packaging, PC mode makes the controller function as an XInput device (tested with Killer Instinct for Windows 10)- cable storage compartment is larger than that of a MadCatz TES+; door is a bit loose in the closed position- space for hands (between the stick/buttons and the 45 degree edge) is quite small compared to other sticks- purchased on sale for $152; still a good deal at the regular price of $190 if you are looking for a standard Japanese-style arcade stick and don't mind non-Sanwa parts (cheapest MadCatz/Razer controllers typically cost ~$250)Elegí esa calificación porque el control está muy bien construido. Algunos se quejan de la compuerta donde va guardado el cable porque el plástico se siente algo delgado pero la verdad es que no es ningún inconveniente . Llevó casi dos años de uso con él y sigue como el primer día.No alcanzó a sentir algún retraso en el input pero tampoco juego a nivel profesional.Cuando lo adquirí estaba a un gran precio, actualmente está unos 800-900 pesos más caro.Le recomiendo el stick a todos aquellos que busquen un control competitivo.Es también compatible con Steam por si gustan conectarlo a su computadora.