Arcade-In-A-Box releases arcade stick for 360

If you have ever complained about the Xbox 360 controller's d-pad or have been bothered by the fact that you can't get that arcade controller "feel" on your 360, then Arcade-In-A-Box might have a solution for you. That is if your disposable income is rather plentiful.

Arcade-In-A-Box's new Xbox 360 Arcade Stick just released yesterday and with the bare bones version commanding a $149 price tag, it's quite the investment. But don't let the hefty price tag scare you off completely, this piece of peripheral work is made to last, highly customizable and "should" give you an edge in any XBLA or fighting game. Convinced and feeling like you can spend more? Then we suggest going for the dual stick controller, so you and your friends can throw down arcade stick style. And at $299, why not? (We'll take two.) In all seriousness, this joystick peripheral from Arcade-In-A-Box looks very professional, well made and will make certain games a lot more enjoyable. You'll just have to weigh the pros and cons, because this is one big financial undertaking that may leave you sleeping on the couch for a few weeks.

[Via Ninja Entertainment Network]

Reader Comments (15)

That's pretty cool... although for my purposes the Hori one works out well.

I have a SlikStik classic arcade panel for MAME gaming (similar concept, just more controls), and it's awesome. (It's also $500, so again, not for the faint of wallet.)

However, it's better suited for that purpose because the images I have emulate games with those controls. This looks great for XBLA ports ... so I guess in some ways it's the same thing as a fancy steering wheel: great if you don't mind the fact you won't be using it on a lot of your games.

Now if you'll excuse me, I need to break out my MasterCard.

I WILL get this. This'll be PERFECT for pac-Man C.E. which I can't stand using the X360 controller especially when I want to make those quick turns but still going forward, I hate that about Pac-Man C.E. I've been waiting for something like this for a very long time.

why get the dual controller for $300 when 2 singles are $150? Unless you are planning on mounting it into your own custom arcade stand.

anyone have one of these already? i assume good quality?

For...

For Pacman?

Please let this be a troll post.

DemonGSides @5 Posted:
For...

For Pacman?

Please let this be a troll post.

Technically, for alot of my arcade games which I do have alot, but for Pac-Man CE, I want my score to be aleast part of the top ten which I can't do because of how frustrating it is using the X360 controller.

ripoff. you can make one how ever you like it for a donor controller and 35 bucks worth of materials.

i think its way over priced I would buy it if it was $49.99 and thats at the most

So look at the difference as paying for time and quality. $35 for materials, $35 for a controller ... I'll pay someone $95 ($15 shipping) to do the work for me and make it look good. If I did it, it would look like crap.

If you've got the time and skill, then yeah, this isn't the best deal for you, but that applies to any arcade-quality controller. You can always make your own for less, and most places will even sell you the kits if you want an in-between solution.

This would be the total shit if you weren't bound by 8-way joysticks, there's no option for Perfect 360's or even Happ concave buttons. If I had the time I'd make a control, but paying ~200 for a P360 arcade controller would be worth it for the instant gratification.

Um, the HORI Arcade EX2 is cheaper:

http://www.amazon.com/HORI-Xbox-360-Fighting-Stick/dp/B000V02P6Q

If it looks familiar, it's the DOA4 stick without the DOA4 gfx.

Looks like they are using Happ sticks in that thing. Happ sticks are okay for most arcade games, but they aren't the preferred stick for fighting games.

At any rate, I'll bet that thing's made with MDF and t-molding, knockoff Happ ultimate pushbuttons, and a Happ stick or a Chinese knockoff.

The cost of materials is about $40. I'd pay $75 for the convenience, but not any more than that. If you want your $150 to go farther, head over to the forums at shoryuken.com and look for builders. You can get a beautiful custom stick with real wood, real Japanese parts, and a button layout that actually fits your hand.

The VF5 arcade stick is coming out soon, too.

you think they could at least make one button LOOK like the xbox guide button. boo-urns I say.

I think I'd rather get a second xbox with that $300.
I just want a regular controller that doesn't have gigantic dead zones.
anyone find a good third party controller?

Arcade-In-A-Box releases arcade stick for 360

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