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Improving Your Game: 3 Reasons No Arcade Fighting Game Lover Should Be Without An Arcade Stick
Improving Your Game: 3 Reasons No Arcade Fighting Game Lover Should Be Without An Arcade Stick
Gamepads are typically the preferred controller when playing video games. However, taking a look at the benefits of opting for an arcade stick, also known as a fight stick, it makes sense why one would want to make a switch.
Arcade sticks are easier to hold and press buttons.
One reason arcade sticks are better than their gamepad counterparts is that you have more control over buttons as they are all on one flat surface. Because of this flat surface, sticks can be placed on a lap, floor, or table during gameplay. Unlike gamepads, one doesn’t have to worry about holding the controller in place, making arcade sticks easier on the arms.
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