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Post by desfeek on Nov 13, 2012 15:29:28 GMT -5
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Post by TrekMD on Nov 13, 2012 17:28:08 GMT -5
Wow, nice! Thanks for posting this!
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Post by fury on Nov 13, 2012 19:07:51 GMT -5
Button placement works really good actually. Remember, this is a handheld controller, so while it is more arcade-like in some ways, it's also different in that you will be using your thumbs. The left thumb can control all 3 of the black buttons, and the right thumb controls the big fire button, but can also control the 2 closer black buttons (closer to the right side). This means that your right thumb can push the right turn button, while the left thumb pushes the left turn button, or the left thumb can handle both. Either thumb can push the thrust button.
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Post by fury on Nov 13, 2012 19:15:44 GMT -5
Here's another angle of the controller: Attachments:
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Post by desfeek on Nov 14, 2012 1:06:47 GMT -5
oh, awesome! I guess I didn't realize it was handheld. I love the graphic  |
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Post by fury on Nov 14, 2012 4:43:58 GMT -5
Thanks, enjoy the controller! You should have it Friday or Saturday.
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Post by vectrexmad on Nov 14, 2012 6:26:59 GMT -5
is the graphic a normal sticker or is it something a bit thicker like you get on arcade cabinet control panels?
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Post by fury on Nov 14, 2012 17:36:43 GMT -5
These are not extra thick. My local printshop gets them for me through special order. They provide 100% resistance to smudges, moisture, etc. I tested these out prior to releasing the Overdrive controller, and they work very well!
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Post by VectorGamer on Nov 15, 2012 10:41:58 GMT -5
This is an odd arrangement for the buttons.
In Star Castle you need to be able to thrust full-time when you get to the higher levels. It would appear to be more comfortable to have the four buttons aligned side-by-side so you can use buttons 1 & 2 with your left index and middle finger and 3 & 4 with your right index and middle (assuming 1 & 2 are left/right and 3 & 4 are thrust/fire).
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Post by fury on Nov 15, 2012 11:31:35 GMT -5
This is a handheld, thumb controller that has been designed to work with several games.
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Post by fury on Nov 15, 2012 12:37:47 GMT -5
Here's an example of the controller's simple versatility. YASI uses a unique control setup, in that buttons 2/3 control the left/right movements of the player's ship. Most games use buttons 1/2 for left/right movements and turns. Attachments:
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Post by VectorGamer on Nov 15, 2012 13:02:39 GMT -5
This is a handheld, thumb controller that has been designed to work with several games. Then it's two fingers short to play Star Castle. Would you consider making another version that has four buttons side-by-side? |
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Post by fury on Nov 15, 2012 13:41:35 GMT -5
The game is fully compatible with Starblast. You prefer a different button layout, that's fine.
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Post by vectrexmad on Nov 15, 2012 18:28:58 GMT -5
These are not extra thick. My local printshop gets them for me through special order. They provide 100% resistance to smudges, moisture, etc. I tested these out prior to releasing the Overdrive controller, and they work very well! Oh ok. I was asking because I have built my own controller. Currently the top is black perspex but I am worried about scratching it. I know proper arcade controllers often have a thick vinyl graphics sticker on their surface. I guess thicker means less risk of bubbles when first applying the sticker onto the controller surface and more resistance to wear. But if I can get away with a normal sticker thickness then its worth a try. |
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Post by fury on Nov 15, 2012 20:05:47 GMT -5
If you're talking about just one controller for yourself, you have a lot of options. You can use lacquers and all kinds of things to get a very thick panel that has protective qualities. The problem with these techniques is with homebrew mass production, in which case I recommend "no" The method that I use for the Fury controllers is bubble-free because the surface that I'm applying to simply works well. Notice I have no graphics on the Vectrosis controller. That surface doesn't lend itself as well to these types of things, and since it's a see-thru panel it wouldn't make sense anyway. I will be applying a round label with the Vectrosis spinning logo to the spinner knobs. |
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