VMU support and tournament-ready specs are impeccably implemented but all of these features come with a hefty price tag.
The arcade-grade joystick and buttons from Sanwa benefit from a durable, aerospace-grade aluminum shell.
If Sanwa doesnt fit your playstyle, then the supplied stick and buttons are easily swapped out for alternatives.
Its the sheer number of supported consoles and platforms that truly impresses here.
Soul Calibur fans rejoice as tiny, pixelated Ivy is alive and well.
Plugging the fight stick into each one for the first time does require a bit of dexterity though.
Similarly, the VMU switching on Dreamcast is vastly improved from the prototype model Ive tested previously.
All initialization fumbling is quickly forgotten however once youve booted up your game of choice.
Far from a one-genre master, the Octopus delivered a fantastic gaming experience across puzzle games likeDr.
Robotniks Mean Bean Machineon the Mega Drive and even excelled on the challenging platforming ofDisneys Aladdin.
Should you buy the Octopus Arcade Stick?
The Octopus supports over twenty gaming platforms.
Also consider… For more information, check out our fullVictrix Pro FS review.
Nacon DaijaThis is a great alternative because of its premium build quality and highly responsive inputs.
For more information, check out our fullNacon Daiji review.
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First reviewed October 2024
