Joystick

Explore our full lineup of arcade joysticks — from the iconic GRS IKARI Rotary Joystick (officially licensed by SNK) to versatile replacement sticks for any cabinet build. Designed for fighting games, shoot-em-ups, and classic arcade titles.

Our USB arcade joysticks feature precision microswitches, adjustable restrictor gates (4-way and 8-way), and durable construction for thousands of hours of gameplay. Compatible with custom arcade cabinets, Arcade1Up upgrades, MAME builds, PC, Raspberry Pi, and RetroPie.

Whether you need a drop-in replacement joystick or a competition-grade rotary controller for games like Ikari Warriors and Heavy Barrel, Thunderstick Studios has the premium arcade controls trusted by retro gaming enthusiasts in over 90 countries.