Not a bad controller. PDP made controllers similar to this for the PS3 and Xbox 360 last generation but they used a thumbstick instead of a d-pad. This time PDP has opted to use a traditional contact-based d-pad but the buttons are still microswitches like their old line of FightPads.
I think all my issues with it can be resolved by getting used to the controller but, in the interest of being comprehensive, I will say that the diagonals are a little tough to find and sometimes hitting two buttons at the same time is a bit tricky. I think both of these issues could probably have been resolved by making everything a little larger (or raising up the buttons slightly).
However, all-in-all I definitely recommend getting this controller since it is the only six-button controller to see release on the Xbox One (and since Street Fighter V is not coming to the Xbox One, this may end up remaining the sole option unless Hori decides to release their Fighting Commander series for the Xbox One, which is unlikely). This is definitely the tool of choice for Killer Instinct (though, ironically, if you're only interested in playing Mortal Kombat X I might say this is not the most useful controller since Mortal Kombat X doesn't use a control scheme that requires six face buttons).
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The Perfect (and only) Fight Pad Compatible for Street Fighter 5 on the PC.
Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2016
Purchased this item on December 12, 2015 been using it ever since for Ultra Street Fighter 4 until Street Fighter 5.Pros:Very retro style layout and functions reminiscent of the Sega Genesis Controllers dare I say better!A very shockingly slim design for ultimate comfort especially for your left hand side.D-Pad is Superb for any Shoto happy masher.Micro Switch Buttons make this controller that much better for near perfect executions.Is compatible with any PC Fighting game so long as they support the Xbox interface (pretty standard for any PC game really)Things to be aware of:I honestly can't think of any cons other than getting used to the buttons being so close to each other. And no, any amount of force elsewhere on the controller will not activate other buttons unless you deliberately pressed that button. Say goodbye to any amount of delayed responses thanks to the microswitches but also makes it easier to whiff combos because again the buttons are so close to each other. It just takes a lot of getting used to as with any other controller.All in all this Fight Pad is your best bet to get ready for Street Fighter 5 on the PC.
Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2016
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