analog joystick on amiga ?

[demether]

Hi,



I remember a few games wich were compatible with analog joysticks (3D simulations). But Inever found any amiga compatible analog joystick


Is there a way to use analog joystick on amiga ? thanks

[Daedalus]

Yep, an old PC-style (15-pin connector) stick can usually be used with a simple adaptor. A few Amiga stores sell these, and they work well. Alternatively, they're trivial to make yourself if you can solder.

Amiga-specific sticks were rare, but they did exist.

[demether]

thank you for your answer, I'll try to find this adaptor. And find an old joystick (wich would be harder I bet).

[Daedalus]

This and this are examples of adaptors. There were some others around that had more configurability, but they might have been DIY ones and not generally available.

As for sticks, there seem to be dozens available on eBay, so no problem there

[demether]

Yes, apparently there is dozens of joysticks available ! thank you again. By the way, since the topic is opened, are TFX and virtual gp compatible with analog joysticks ?

[Aardvark]

Originally Posted by demether

Yes, apparently there is dozens of joysticks available ! thank you again. By the way, since the topic is opened, are TFX and virtual gp compatible with analog joysticks ?

Yes they are, although there is something wrong with Virtual GP's calibration, I don't remember what exactly.
HoL has listed all games which supports analogue joystick. https://amiga.abime.net/games/list/?...-feature-id=90

[TommyTomorrow]

In the 90s I used a QuickShot Warrior 5 QS-123A joystick with an adapter made from one of the schemes from an article in Amiga Magazine.

[TCD]

Originally Posted by Aardvark

HoL has listed all games which supports analogue joystick. https://amiga.abime.net/games/list/?...-feature-id=90

Thanks to a certain contributor

[Aardvark]

Originally Posted by TCD

Thanks to a certain contributor

Actually this list doesn't include A-10 v1.5 and Air Warrior for some reason
https://amiga.abime.net/games/view/a-10-tank-killer
https://amiga.abime.net/games/view/air-warrior

[TCD]

Originally Posted by Aardvark

Actually this list doesn't include A-10 v1.5 and Air Warrior for some reason
https://amiga.abime.net/games/view/a-10-tank-killer
https://amiga.abime.net/games/view/air-warrior

Thank you. I've added the the info for A-10 v1.5 (it was in the list as one entry with A-10), but I don't know why Air Warrior doesn't seem to show up. I've forwarded the question and will report back once I have an answer.

[TCD]

Cody was kind enough to have a look and the problem with Air Warrior is fixed now.

[demether]

Hi,

Is the thrusmaster top gun joystick compatible with the amiga ? I remember that thrustmaster made great joysticks back in the days. This one seems perfect for my purpose (playing sims on amiga).

thanks !

[Aardvark]

Originally Posted by demether

Hi,

Is the thrusmaster top gun joystick compatible with the amiga ? I remember that thrustmaster made great joysticks back in the days. This one seems perfect for my purpose (playing sims on amiga).

thanks !

I don't know about that model specifically, but in general, simple 2 button sticks are the safest choice. Logitech Wingman base models works well and are common ebay.

[demether]

thank you, I'll search for it. The topgun joystick have a "mushroom" button (if you know what I mean), maybe it will cause problems.

[pipper]

When getting an analog joystick, make sure it can be trimmed/calibrated on the stick. Some Amiga games that came with analog joystick support didn’t come with tools to do calibration. (I’m looking at you, Tornado ECS version… got fixed in the AGA one)

[zipper]

I did use the cheapest CH Flightstick with adapter. It was good for flight sims but else the long ranges of movement were poison for a player accustomed to a TAC-2...

[demether]

here's the joystick I was looking for. If I understand you, it's too complex for the amiga. Too bad, it looks bad ass and thrustmaster is a good company.



EDIT : something like that would be a safer choice ? 2 buttons, trim wheels.

https://www.ebay.fr/itm/156064410908...Bk9SR_bWn8P2Yw

[Aardvark]

Originally Posted by demether

here's the joystick I was looking for. If I understand you, it's too complex for the amiga. Too bad, it looks bad ass and thrustmaster is a good company.



EDIT : something like that would be a safer choice ? 2 buttons, trim wheels.

https://www.ebay.fr/itm/156064410908...Bk9SR_bWn8P2Yw

Several Amiga sims only operates within fixed 0-40 pot range, and none of them supports more than 2 buttons. I don't know what the pot range of Top Gun is, and how it's buttons are wired, but I can vouch for the Logitech Wingman you linked.

[demether]

go for wingman, then. Thank you !

[demether]

a wingman has been ordered, and a joystick interface too. I'll let you know. thanks