Today, no one is surprised by the huge amount of computer accessories made with the latest technology and responding to the finicky requirements of users. A joystick for a computer is no exception. And although it is not an indispensable device, the need for it can be very significant. Choosing such a device, you need to consider several parameters, and which ones you will learn from our article.
What is a joystick for a computer?
A joystick for a computer is a device that has a connection to a computer and transmits information to it by moving to the appropriate parties. It can be wired or wireless (transmission occurs with the help of a beam or radio signal).
All manipulators are usually called so, but when choosing the most suitable device for yourself it is better to separate gamepads and joysticks.
Gamepad (joypad) is a device in the form of a console, usually similar to a cross, with a set of buttons and a floating handle. Most often used in games - stimulants, for example: Batman Archam City, FIFA 12, Resident Evil 4, Shank, etc.
Joystick - looks like a handle, which is controlled by tilting it in the appropriate side. It is most suitable for games that involve moving on different modes of transport, such as Traffik Sam, War Thunder, etc.
If at your disposal is not only a computer, but a game console, it is better that the joystick is universal and suitable for any kind of games. Then it is recommended to choose a model of joystick with cross-platform.
Separately, you should pay attention to the joystick-steering wheel for the computer. This is a real stimulator of car racing. This manipulator is chosen only by the hottest fans of such games. The device consists of a steering wheel on a special panel, which is fixed to the table with Velcro, or bracket, or flat screws or large clothes pegs.
Depending on your preferences and requirements, this joystick-wheel can have a gear box, various optional keys, and more expensive devices often include pedals. One of the most important details when choosing such an accessory is feedback (vibration, a sense of real presence), and the more expensive the device, the more "bells and whistles" it contains.
The fact is that such devices are usually quite expensive. But a person, keen on microelectronics and who can use a soldering iron, will be able to convert the old joystick from the prefix "Dandy" into an "exclusive" device for the computer with their own hands.
How to choose a joystick for the computer?
As a rule, for avid gamers, the choice of this type of device lies on the surface. If you conquer the game of air or space subjects, then the undisputed leader here will be a joystick with a handle, tk. It best displays management in real life and more clearly marks the shift in position.
Gamepad is a more versatile device, it can be successfully used both on various stimulators and in races. Initially they were a simple rectangular shape, but with the development of technological thought, and also, in accordance with the requests of the consumers themselves, such devices have become considerably ergonomic. They had smooth shapes, corresponding to the structure of the palms. This is very important, because, even during a long and exciting game, with such a joystick, your hands do not get tired.
How to turn on the joystick on the computer?
As mentioned above, joysticks can be wired and wireless. In the first case, the most common connection of the device
If you chose the wireless device, there are two options: either the exchange of signals will occur via Bluetooth, or you will have to purchase a special radio receiver-transmitter that will transport radio signals to the computer.
Regardless of the name of the joystick for the computer, it must always contain a disk with the necessary drivers. Following all the instructions, to install independently on your PC any joystick, does not represent any complexity.
After you decide on a choice, find out what's best: PlayStation or Xbox.