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Amiga News and Community Announcements => Amiga News and Community Announcements => Topic started by: amigakit on December 21, 2013, 04:51:08 PM

Title: New Amiga Joystick from AmigaKit.com
Post by: amigakit on December 21, 2013, 04:51:08 PM
Arcade Evolution (http://amigakit.leamancomputing.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=1172) is a brand new classic Amiga ¹ / Commodore 64 compatible joystick.

Product Features
-  Micro switched Fire Buttons
-  Metal shaft with micro switched contacts, metal base plate
-  Independent Fire A or B buttons (switchable on/off)
-  Robust, stylish plastic case (20x20.5x5 cm)
-  Curved front lip for additional comfort on wrist
-  New and guaranteed
-  Cable with D-Sub 9-pin connector

(http://amigakit.leamancomputing.com/catalog/images/arcade_joystick_02_sm.jpg) (http://amigakit.leamancomputing.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=1172)

(http://amigakit.leamancomputing.com/catalog/images/arcade_joystick_03_sm.jpg) (http://amigakit.leamancomputing.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=1172)

(http://amigakit.leamancomputing.com/catalog/images/arcade_joystick_04_sm.jpg) (http://amigakit.leamancomputing.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=1172)

Where to buy:

USA product link:
http://www.amigakit.us/product_info.php?products_id=1172

UK product link:
http://amigakit.leamancomputing.com/catalog/GBP.php?url=product_info.php?products_id=1172

EU product link:
http://amigakit.leamancomputing.com/catalog/EUR.php?url=product_info.php?products_id=1172

Canada product link:
http://amigakit.leamancomputing.com/catalog/CAD.php?url=product_info.php?products_id=1172


¹ not compatible with Amiga 600
Title: Re: New Amiga Joystick from AmigaKit.com
Post by: XDelusion on December 21, 2013, 07:48:42 PM
Excited to see this release, though I wonder, is there a version for Right handed people as well? I'm used to holding the Joystick arcade style with my left hand, and using my right hand for the buttons.
Title: Re: New Amiga Joystick from AmigaKit.com
Post by: amigakit on December 21, 2013, 08:17:28 PM
The alternative version will be here in the New Year (with joystick shaft on left)

I am right handed and I prefer the configuration we have available now, tested on many games such as Turrican, Rainbow Islands and R-Type
Title: Re: New Amiga Joystick from AmigaKit.com
Post by: XDelusion on December 21, 2013, 08:49:43 PM
Awesome!
Title: Re: New Amiga Joystick from AmigaKit.com
Post by: Iggy on December 21, 2013, 08:50:52 PM
Quote from: amigakit;754916
The alternative version will be here in the New Year (with joystick shaft on left)

I am right handed and I prefer the configuration we have available now, tested on many games such as Turrican, Rainbow Islands and R-Type

YOU might, I'm with X on this one.
With arcade machines, I use my right hand for the buttons.
Its what threw me with the little battery operated Ms. Pacman and Galaga video games introduced a few years ago.

Why are these devices set up backwards from the way an arcade stick is set up?
Title: Re: New Amiga Joystick from AmigaKit.com
Post by: Speelgoedmannetje on December 21, 2013, 09:13:58 PM
How come it's not compatible with the Amiga 600 :-? :-?
How's that different to the A1200/A500?
Title: Re: New Amiga Joystick from AmigaKit.com
Post by: NovaCoder on December 21, 2013, 10:18:20 PM
Cool, my daughter will love this :)
Title: Re: New Amiga Joystick from AmigaKit.com
Post by: Oldsmobile_Mike on December 21, 2013, 10:35:58 PM
Do you have any ETA for more X-Surf 100's?  I'm thinking I might order myself a few after-Christmas presents, LOL.  ;)
Title: Re: New Amiga Joystick from AmigaKit.com
Post by: PanterHZ on December 22, 2013, 06:35:40 AM
Quote from: Speelgoedmannetje;754924
How come it's not compatible with the Amiga 600 :-? :-?
How's that different to the A1200/A500?

It's the placement of the mouse and joystick ports.

Most likely this joystick has a plug that doesn't fit the joystick port of the A600, and if that's the case, maybe this short cable can solve the problem: http://www.ebay.com/itm/AMIGA-OR-ATARI-ST-JOYSTICK-EXTENSION-CABLE-PORT-SAVER-/320656474631?pt=UK_VideoGames_VideoGameAccessories_VideoGameAccessories_JN&hash=item4aa89d8207

I have one of those, and it allows me to use a Cocolino mouse adapter on my A600.
Title: Re: New Amiga Joystick from AmigaKit.com
Post by: RobertB on December 22, 2013, 07:21:46 AM
Or use the A600 joystick adapter made by Kipper2k in order to solve the clearance problem with the new Arcade Evolution joystick.

Merry Christmas!
Robert Bernardo
Fresno Commodore User Group
http://videocam.net.au/fcug
Title: Re: New Amiga Joystick from AmigaKit.com
Post by: mahen on December 22, 2013, 11:33:57 AM
Very cool ! Been waiting for one for a long time ! May I ask a few questions ?

a- I'm left handed and definitely would prefer the stick on the left like regular arcade machines :-)
b- would it be possible to add a third button and use it as a jump button ? I experimented a lot with this and it makes Amiga games so much more enjoyable :-) (just a button connected to the "up" direction)
c- can you please tell us where and by whom this stick is built ?
d- is it possible to open it to change damaged microswitches ? Is it possible to know which ones are used ?

Thanks a lot, arcade sticks on the Amiga really do improve gameplay a lot :)
Title: Re: New Amiga Joystick from AmigaKit.com
Post by: Rob on December 22, 2013, 12:13:13 PM
The joystick is Amigakit's own design with the plastic formed by a local company.
Title: Re: New Amiga Joystick from AmigaKit.com
Post by: mahen on December 23, 2013, 12:42:52 PM
@Rob : oh, great effort indeed. Considering this, price is good. Arcade sticks are very durable.
Title: Re: New Amiga Joystick from AmigaKit.com
Post by: som99 on December 23, 2013, 01:12:02 PM
I will wait untill the stick is on the other side, ill compare this to my Sega genesis/mega drive arcade sticks ive rebuilt for my Amigas.
Title: Re: New Amiga Joystick from AmigaKit.com
Post by: Oldsmobile_Mike on December 23, 2013, 06:09:27 PM
Quote from: XDelusion;754913
Excited to see this release, though I wonder, is there a version for Right handed people as well? I'm used to holding the Joystick arcade style with my left hand, and using my right hand for the buttons.

I'm right-handed and I always used my right hand to control the stick, and left to hit the buttons.  Felt like better control that way.  Huh, you can please some of the people all the time, and all of the people some of the time, but I guess not even AmigaKit can please all of the people all the time, LOL.  For me I'm looking forward to ordering this, just as soon as I can get a couple other bits, as well.  :)
Title: Re: New Amiga Joystick from AmigaKit.com
Post by: Speelgoedmannetje on December 23, 2013, 08:25:10 PM
Quote from: PanterHZ;754967
It's the placement of the mouse and joystick ports.

Most likely this joystick has a plug that doesn't fit the joystick port of the A600, and if that's the case, maybe this short cable can solve the problem: http://www.ebay.com/itm/AMIGA-OR-ATARI-ST-JOYSTICK-EXTENSION-CABLE-PORT-SAVER-/320656474631?pt=UK_VideoGames_VideoGameAccessories_VideoGameAccessories_JN&hash=item4aa89d8207

I have one of those, and it allows me to use a Cocolino mouse adapter on my A600.


Ah thanks, I was a bit too techie about it :)
Title: Re: New Amiga Joystick from AmigaKit.com
Post by: amigakit on January 23, 2014, 04:14:38 PM
After feedback from some customers we have added two product options on     
Arcade Evolution Amiga/C64 Joystick (http://amigakit.leamancomputing.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=1172):

- Joystick shaft on left hand side and fire buttons on right
- Joystick shaft on right hand side and fire buttons on left

(http://www.amigakit.com/images/arcade_evolution.jpg)
Title: Re: New Amiga Joystick from AmigaKit.com
Post by: Darrin on January 23, 2014, 04:27:36 PM
Quote from: Oldsmobile_Mike;755113
I'm right-handed and I always used my right hand to control the stick, and left to hit the buttons.  Felt like better control that way.  Huh, you can please some of the people all the time, and all of the people some of the time, but I guess not even AmigaKit can please all of the people all the time, LOL.  For me I'm looking forward to ordering this, just as soon as I can get a couple other bits, as well.  :)


I'm right handed and that's how I use a joystick too... along with every other right handed person I know.  :)

I think the only way everyone would be happy is if the base was solid and Amigakit supplied a drill bit to bore the holes so you can stick the actual shaft and buttons where you want.  Mind you, people would probably complain about the colour then.  :D
Title: Re: New Amiga Joystick from AmigaKit.com
Post by: Oldsmobile_Mike on January 23, 2014, 04:48:46 PM
Mine actually came in yesterday!  Err... I think it did, working till 3am I haven't had time to open the box up yet, but it is an AmigaKit box, haha.  Will tear into it and maybe write up a mini-review soon!  :D
Title: Re: New Amiga Joystick from AmigaKit.com
Post by: giZmo350 on January 23, 2014, 06:36:48 PM
Quote from: Oldsmobile_Mike;757815
Mine actually came in yesterday!  Err... I think it did, working till 3am I haven't had time to open the box up yet, but it is an AmigaKit box, haha.  Will tear into it and maybe write up a mini-review soon!  :D

With LOTS of pics and "action shots"! :banana:
Title: Re: New Amiga Joystick from AmigaKit.com
Post by: amigakit on March 24, 2014, 12:42:45 PM
Following on from the our new Arcade Evolution joystick for Classic Amigas/C64 (http://amigakit.leamancomputing.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=1172), we have had requests for a USB version for AmigaONE, PC, Mac etc

The Arcade Evolution USB Joystick for AmigaONE (http://amigakit.leamancomputing.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=1185) is now available

Product Features
- Micro switched Fire Buttons
- Metal shaft with micro switched contacts
- Ideal for retro gaming: UAE, Frodo etc
- Independent Fire A or B buttons (switchable on/off)
- Robust, stylish plastic case (20x20.5x5 cm)
- Curved front lip for additional comfort on wrist
- 8-directional control
- New and guaranteed
- Cable with USB connector

UK Product Link:
http://amigakit.leamancomputing.com/catalog/GBP.php?url=product_info.php?products_id=1185

Europe Product Link:
http://amigakit.leamancomputing.com/catalog/EUR.php?url=product_info.php?products_id=1185

USA Product Link:
http://www.amigakit.us/product_info.php?products_id=1185

Canada Product Link:
http://amigakit.leamancomputing.com/catalog/CAD.php?url=product_info.php?products_id=1185

(http://amigakit.leamancomputing.com/catalog/images/arcade_joystick_01.jpg) (http://amigakit.leamancomputing.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=1185)



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