namedjughead Posted December 11, 2013 Share Posted December 11, 2013 I have three different types of joysticks for my 5200. I have a Competition Pro, a Wico, and the standard stock joysticks. I find some games will work better with different joysticks than others. Below is a list of the games that I currently have, and which controller option I prefer for that game. Missile Command - Stock joystick Super Breakout - Stock joystick Space Invaders - Competition Pro Star Raiders - No preference Galaxian - Competition Pro Pac Man - Competition Pro Qix - Competition Pro Centipede - Stock joystick Vanguard - Competition Pro Pole Position - Wico Defender - Wico Berzerk - Competition Pro Kangaroo - Competition Pro Pengo - Competition Pro Joust - Competition Pro Popeye - Stock joystick Unfortunately I don't have a trackball, and I'm sure some of these games would be better with that. I do find however that the stock joystick is an adequate replacement for a trackball. Do you guys prefer any specific joysticks with certain games? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+grips03 Posted December 11, 2013 Share Posted December 11, 2013 i like to stock controller for Centipede and Milipede. Most of the other games I play besides these I use a digital controller, which I guess is very much like the Competition Pro. I might end up making a twin stick for Robotron and Space Dungeon use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
namedjughead Posted December 11, 2013 Author Share Posted December 11, 2013 What kind of digital joystick are you using? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myklejay Posted December 11, 2013 Share Posted December 11, 2013 for a digital controller on a 5200 I use either a "Coin Controls Comp. Pro" (to me these feel kind of bulky and odd in hand, but manageable) or a "slik stik" and Masterplay interface. (a more expensive set up but well worth it to be able to use any 2600/7800 stick on a 5200!) For analog I use a Wico Command Control 5200 with y cable and stock 5200 stick for game start ect. Some games are just better with this stick, for me Moon Patrol must be played with it because of the button configuration (2 buttons on one side of the stick for jump and shoot) Pretty much if you have a Comp. Pro (digital), a Wico (analog), and a working stock 5200 stick you will be set for every game in the 5200 library. You could probably get one of each for around $100 or less and be set! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxpressed Posted December 11, 2013 Share Posted December 11, 2013 I wish someone would take apart a Comp Pro and mod an inexpensive arcade stick case with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jess Ragan Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 I prefer an adapter and Sega Arcade Pad for most 5200 games. It's an absolute must for Super Cobra, which is a little slice of hell without a digital pad. I can't think of a single game that I'd want to play with the stock controller... the handful of games that demand analog control are best played with the Wico Command Control. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetset Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 I use the stock sticks with most of the games. Missile Command, Centipede and Millipede I have the trakball. I have a custom made paddle for games like Kaboom, and Super Breakout. I have a Wico, a Com Pro and a bunch of home made controllers I bought over the years. I still find myself using and liking the originals. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lynxpro Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 I use the stock sticks with most of the games. Missile Command, Centipede and Millipede I have the trakball. I have a custom made paddle for games like Kaboom, and Super Breakout. I have a Wico, a Com Pro and a bunch of home made controllers I bought over the years. I still find myself using and liking the originals. Post pics of those customized controllers! We need some pic collection of the various customized controllers for both the 5200 and 7800... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie_ Posted December 13, 2013 Share Posted December 13, 2013 I prefer the stock sticks for most games. Although I have a few Wico sticks and have been using them more than I normally do, I think they are odd feeling, hard to keep centered and the handle looks like a butt plug. I also think the button feels bottomless and that bothers me too. For Tempest, Centipede, and Missile Command I like the trackball. When I do use my Master play I have a cx40 I modified with a 2nd button. I did the same to Coleco Gemini stick a long time ago and sometimes I like using that. When I do use the master play it is normally for the conversions like Demon attack, Desmond Dungeons, Laser Gates... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
namedjughead Posted December 13, 2013 Author Share Posted December 13, 2013 (edited) Although I have a few Wico sticks and have been using them more than I normally do, I think they are odd feeling, hard to keep centered and the handle looks like a butt plug. That's too funny. When I first got my 5200, it came with a Wico. As soon as they saw it, my friends immediately began referring to the joystick as "the butt plug". Edited December 13, 2013 by namedjughead 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
namedjughead Posted December 13, 2013 Author Share Posted December 13, 2013 Post pics of those customized controllers! We need some pic collection of the various customized controllers for both the 5200 and 7800... Seconded. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jess Ragan Posted December 14, 2013 Share Posted December 14, 2013 That's too funny. When I first got my 5200, it came with a Wico. As soon as they saw it, my friends immediately began referring to the joystick as "the butt plug". You just know someone has shoved that thing up their ass. Humans can and will fit just about everything into every orifice, even if it's not wise or healthy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atari2008 Posted December 14, 2013 Share Posted December 14, 2013 You just know someone has shoved that thing up their ass. Humans can and will fit just about everything into every orifice, even if it's not wise or healthy. Let's just hope we don't get pics of that. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famicommander Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 The only 5200 controller I have is a rebuilt stock one, so that's definitely my favorite for all games. I really need to get trackballs for my 5200 and Colecovision, but right now my money is being directed to Christmast presents for the niece and nephews. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie_ Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 Let's just hope we don't get pics of that. Or get a "used" one from ebay? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
namedjughead Posted December 18, 2013 Author Share Posted December 18, 2013 Or get a "used" one from ebay? LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seethransom Posted December 20, 2013 Share Posted December 20, 2013 Let's just hope we don't get pics of that. I call Rule 34 on Wico sticks! <G> 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seethransom Posted December 20, 2013 Share Posted December 20, 2013 I use the stock Controller (rev 9, tighter boots, 3 dots per fire)for games like Super Breakout, or Star Raiders. Star Raiders needs the number pad, I don't feel like fumbling. The side fire button is agony at times. I had an additional so-so controller for the control holder. I just sanitized my Wico. (I used) To use it for some games, but I have been using it less. and less. It is a fine solution, and feels old-school. My favorite way to play is with the Makopad for the PC. I have a cable to make it interface with the 5200. I can hook up a stock on it, but it also has a start button on it. The Makopad allows for analog, and digital, at the flick of a switch. N64 had the same pad, and it was better than the stock N64 controller. I can also use my thumb for the analog (and d pad), making for a more modern feel. I can play just about everything (save Robo, and SD). I have a trackball that I want to try to fix. I no longer feel I need a Redemption, or MC (outside of collecting). Mark 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thegamezmaster Posted December 26, 2013 Share Posted December 26, 2013 For me depends on the game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
namedjughead Posted January 4, 2014 Author Share Posted January 4, 2014 I just got my 5200 trackball in the mail today. It makes a huge difference with Missile Command and Centipede. I got a pretty good deal for it on eBay. I took a chance on an untested one, and it worked out petty good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jess Ragan Posted January 4, 2014 Share Posted January 4, 2014 Have you pinched your palms on that thing? I've heard that's a frequent problem with that trackball. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
namedjughead Posted January 4, 2014 Author Share Posted January 4, 2014 Not yet, but I've only had it a couple of days. I'm hoping that if I'm careful I can avoid that happening. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simbalion Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 I prefer my stock, rebuilt joystick for my 5200. I also have the trakball and really like it, but lately haven't had the space to set the beast up. So, it is stored in its original box until later. I have a few other stock joysticks I just found that need totally rebuilt. Might either have those done or try myself later on. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7800 Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 You just know someone has shoved that thing up their ass. Humans can and will fit just about everything into every orifice, even if it's not wise or healthy. WOW! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
namedjughead Posted September 26, 2015 Author Share Posted September 26, 2015 Not yet, but I've only had it a couple of days. I'm hoping that if I'm careful I can avoid that happening. Well, it's been almost 2 years and I still haven't pinched my hands. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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