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Customer Review
- Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 2 December 2021The good first- this is a fairly typical Hori arcade stick, with good-quality stick and buttons. A true connoisseur might have different tastes, but if that's you you probably don't need this review in the first place. Both can be swapped out with minimal hassle due to this stick's USP: the fact that you can simply open a catch to get at the gubbins. And believe me, Hori want you to know this because you have to do it to get the USB cable out of the thing to plug it in.
Connection to a PC is very simple, with a qualifier that I'll get to. It identifies perfectly on Windows 10 without any additional messing about straight out of the box, a big advantage on Steam where non-Xbox sticks like my PS4 RAP-4 can have configuration issues. The qualifier here is that I found it didn't work properly when connected via a USB extension cable- it identified as a controller, but didn't actually work. Connecting directly to the PC, or by a USB 3.0 rated USB hub, fixed the issue. This was probably due to the USB extension cable being very long and/or low quality, but if you have connection problems try direct connection first.
The main negative point is in the faceplate customisation, which is a little disappointing. The stick requires a significant amount of disassembly, including using a screwdriver, to remove the faceplate cover, and the area for the artwork is larger than A4, which means that if you want to make your own insert you're going to need a fairly high-spec printer or to go to a print shop. It's actually harder to swap the art than it is to swap out a button, which is obvious when you think about it but still a bit counter-intuitive.
Still, overall if you don't mind paying a premium for a stick and want one that feels solid, has plenty of real-estate for your hands, and can be customised, this thing is a very decent choice.
