Author Topic: Can you fly with a Keyboard? (Read 540 times)

Hyphnx · « **on:** February 11, 2008, 07:49:45 PM »

I just installed Aces High, not knowing my Joystick is broke. And I'm wondering if it's possible to fly with the keyboard.

Lusche · « **Reply #1 on:** February 11, 2008, 07:53:19 PM »

You can use your mous instead of your joystick:

See http://trainers.hitechcreations.com/mouse/mouse.htm

Krusty · « **Reply #2 on:** February 11, 2008, 08:56:56 PM »

You can also navigate Windows without a mouse...

I think you should plan on saving $15 for a low-budget stick. Just avoid Logitech for now.

SWrokit · « **Reply #3 on:** February 11, 2008, 11:34:36 PM »

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Originally posted by Krusty
You can also navigate Windows without a mouse...

I think you should plan on saving $15 for a low-budget stick. Just avoid Logitech for now.

Why? Something up with Logitech?

Krusty · « **Reply #4 on:** February 11, 2008, 11:58:06 PM »

Generally crappy quality. Even if it seems to work out-of-the-box (if you're lucky) it will stop working properly in an average of 3 months. There's a few rare rare lucky ones that have had a logitech for years, but they're the 1% exception to the rule.

The sticks lose the ability to send a steady signal, spike all over the place, and generally render the game unflyable past a certain point.

Hence, "stay away from logitech for now" (until you do a lot of research and find something you think you want or until logitech gets their act together)

Just a tip.

uberslet · « **Reply #5 on:** February 12, 2008, 06:05:08 AM »

i would recomend buying a Saitek, but dont drop $50 for a stick if your not sure in the long run you will be playing much, if at all. Saitek does have some $20 sticks though.

Max · « **Reply #6 on:** February 12, 2008, 07:31:24 AM »

Yes, yes, yes....get an entry level Saitek stick to begin. If & when you're determined to stick with it, go the extra mile/dollar and buy CH Products gear. You'll save yourself money in the long run...trust me.

Welcome to AH

Gabriel · « **Reply #7 on:** February 12, 2008, 09:59:23 AM »

The best low cost sticks are the Saiteks, Cyborg, Evo, etc. You may find a Logitech or generic one for $10-$15 but it won't seem like a good deal when you are buying a new one a month or two later. If and when you fly regularly (here or elsewhere), you'd do wel'll to save up $70-$90 to buy a CH Combat/Fighter stick.

Krusty · « **Reply #8 on:** February 12, 2008, 10:02:56 AM »

My $20 MS Sidewinder has lasted me many years with good quality input. I have a better throttle, rudder pedals, but I'm still using a simple $20 stick.

You don't have to go expensive.

Gabriel · « **Reply #9 on:** February 12, 2008, 11:57:32 AM »

I've had nothing but good experiences with Microsoft hardware. Just so happened I used a set up at a friends house where he had a full CH configuration and while I didn't care for the throttle (prefered my Saitek X-45 throttle) I feel in love with the joystick.

Spikes · « **Reply #10 on:** February 12, 2008, 03:07:03 PM »

ST290Pro will do the trick, $20 dollars at Radioshack and Walmart.