How do I get to access my joystick via javascript, independent of platform? [more inside]
posted by yegga on Oct 27, 2009 - 6 answers

I need to glue together a plastic joystick that snapped at the base. Joystick will be moved and twisted, and supports force feedback. Most "crazy" glues don't hold up to such activity, in my experience. Brand suggestions?
posted by archagon on Jul 29, 2009 - 23 answers

I'm building my own arcade joystick, and I could use some internet resources. [more inside]
posted by jabberjaw on Jul 20, 2009 - 9 answers

Are there any good joystick based games (PC) out there any more? [more inside]
posted by wilful on Mar 31, 2009 - 10 answers

RandomPowerAdapterFilter: I need a suitable power supply for a Thrustmaster Top Gun Afterburner Force Feedback Joystick. [more inside]
posted by trokair on Dec 21, 2007 - 2 answers

I'm on a retro gaming binge, actively hoarding games from simpler times, mainly through emulation (C64, Amiga, MAME mostly). I'm looking for a couple of good old-style digital joysticks for the perfect experience. Suggestions? [more inside]
posted by lifeless on Oct 31, 2007 - 13 answers

Windows Gamers / Programmers: How can I get a trackball to work as a game controller? [more inside]
posted by Popular Ethics on Sep 7, 2007 - 7 answers

A friend needs help finding a realistic A-10 joystick. [more inside]
posted by muddgirl on Sep 30, 2006 - 5 answers

I'm looking for a very simple USB gamepad. It should have a d-pad, no analog sticks, and as few action buttons as possible, ideally only two. Current trends in gamepads are packing them ever-tighter with buttons, so I despair of finding a gamepad with less than 8 buttons and triggers. Any ideas? [more inside]
posted by breath on Apr 12, 2006 - 13 answers

Gamepads and a Powerbook G4 running OS 10.4. Any recommendations or help? [more inside]
posted by helvetica on Jan 12, 2006 - 7 answers

I've just aquired a Microsoft Sidewinder Precision Pro for $1.50 US at a thrift store. It works and Windows grabbed the right drivers for it. 1) What good games are there that take advantage of the "3D" controls? 2) How do I make it work in Descent 3? I can only get the POV hat and various buttons to work - the joystick/twist portion does nothing. I'm probably being clueless as to how to configure it in Descent 3.
posted by loquacious on Dec 17, 2005 - 8 answers

I'm building a video game emulation machine. What would be the best USB gamepad I could buy that would work with Linux? I don't have anything newer than Genesis/SNES games, so it only really needs six face buttons and two shoulder buttons. I really (really) liked the Xbox 360 controllers when I tried them at E3, but I don't want to wait until they're available. I also like the X-Arcade, but I don't think I could excuse the pricetag.
posted by Plutor on Sep 21, 2005 - 9 answers

Using an Apple IIGS joystick on a Mac? [more inside]
posted by jbrjake on Jun 27, 2005 - 6 answers