Are you a fighting game fanatic growing tired of your stock-standard controller? Well then, we have good news, because for PS4/PS3/PC owners, NACON’s DAIJA Arcade Stick has everything you could ever need.
Set at $349.95, some may initially baulk at the premium price tag, but from the moment you start unboxing the DAIJA, it’s easy to see that your money has been well spent. The unit simply oozes style; it’s simple, clean and, all things considered, relatively compact. There’s even a nifty compartment towards the back that helps hide the attached USB cord to avoid any unwanted clutter.
The level of customisation on offer is also surprisingly impressive. Pop the DAIJA’s hood and you’ll be free to not only change-out the head of your primary stick, but tinker with several removable switches.
It’s certainly not a feature that everyone will get the most out of, but we can only assume truly hardcore players will appreciate the flexibility. The storage space also houses a small screwdriver – allowing you to easily remove the faceplate and add your personal flair instead of the two artworks provided.
Most importantly, once you’re in the thick of a game everything feels expectedly great. Buttons are well spaced and never stuck during any of our sessions, while the stick itself offers a great range of motion.
Decide you prefer a bat-topped stick over a ball-topped one? You can swap that out as well. We equally appreciated the substantial room at the bottom of the unit to rest your hands during long battles, which helps avoid any serious cramping.
Needless to say, if you’ve been on the market for a quality arcade stick and can afford to spend a little extra money, the NANCON’s debut is well worth a look. Once you do, you’ll never look back.
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The NACON DAIJA Arcade Stick is now available from JB Hi-Fi and The Gamesmen.
