Best controller for Pinball?

[CountCthulhu]

The new Williams pack has led me to ruin another controller. So, before I get yet another controller, I figured I'd ask folks here what controllers they use for the game, and which ones they like best and think are the sturdiest? I've just been using standard x-box controllers, and they just don't seem to be sturdy enough for how hard I mash those flipper buttons. And, a Thank You in advance for those folks who do offer their thoughts and recommendations, they are appreciated.

[QLIQ]

Lol, what are you doing

I think the Xbox controller is perfect, due to the larger size it is much more comfortable to rebind nudge to the D-Pad - so a playstation style controller would be bad. Combined with using r1 and l1 for the flippers it does not leave me wishing for anything else.

Sure a V-Pin would be much cooler.

[MrNuts70]

I can confirm that the XBOX controller is perfect for Pinball as I have used it for well over 7 years on different pinball games here on Steam.

[CountCthulhu]

Originally posted by QLIQ:

Lol, what are you doing :Grineer:

I think the Xbox controller is perfect, due to the larger size it is much more comfortable to rebind nudge to the D-Pad - so a playstation style controller would be bad. Combined with using r1 and l1 for the flippers it does not leave me wishing for anything else.

Sure a V-Pin would be much cooler.

What can I say, I play hard, harder than the flipper buttons can handle after awhile. That's why I was hoping someone had a recommendation for a stronger controller. While I do enjoy pinball, let's just say I shouldn't be checking my blood pressure right after a play session, as I know it's going to be elevated.

[BuckarooBass]

Originally posted by MrNuts70:

I can confirm that the XBOX controller is perfect for Pinball as I have used it for well over 7 years on different pinball games here on Steam. :pba_button:

Agreed!

[Zudicial]

If you're looking for something closer to real life, check out the PinOne mini from cleveland software design. You can map it as an xbox controller for fx or use DOF, there are guides.
I've been using it for a month, the solenoids on the flipper buttons are great.

[CountCthulhu]

Originally posted by Zudicial:

If you're looking for something closer to real life, check out the PinOne mini from cleveland software design. You can map it as an xbox controller for fx or use DOF, there are guides.
I've been using it for a month, the solenoids on the flipper buttons are great.

Thanks. I'll check them out.

[Septon]

Originally posted by CountCthulhu:

they just don't seem to be sturdy enough for how hard I mash those flipper buttons

Maybe try to learn to stop doing that? The result is the same you know, no need to mash like a bull.

I'm using a PS3 controller personally.

[Destroying Angel]

razer wolverine seems bigger and more durable than normal xbox

[CountCthulhu]

Originally posted by Septon:

Originally posted by CountCthulhu:

they just don't seem to be sturdy enough for how hard I mash those flipper buttons

Maybe try to learn to stop doing that? The result is the same you know, no need to mash like a bull.

I'm using a PS3 controller personally.

I wish i could, but once I get in the zone, my fingers seem to have a mind of their own.

[CountCthulhu]

Originally posted by Destroying Angel:

razer wolverine seems bigger and more durable than normal xbox

Thanks, i'll check them out.

[CrimsonJD]

Originally posted by CountCthulhu:

Best controller for Pinball?

Why not a DDR dance pad? Imagine how much exercise you'd get

[CountCthulhu]

Originally posted by CrimsonJD:

Originally posted by CountCthulhu:

Best controller for Pinball?

Why not a DDR dance pad? Imagine how much exercise you'd get

If im rough on controllers, how rough do you think I would be on my knees? ;{

[MikeFulton]

Originally posted by CrimsonJD:

Originally posted by CountCthulhu:

Best controller for Pinball?

Why not a DDR dance pad? Imagine how much exercise you'd get

I can't even begin to tell you how much I hope someone does this and posts a video.

[Anunnaki]

I used HIT BOX to play this game, and its buttons are very sensitive and durable. You can give it a try

[CrimsonJD]

Originally posted by mfulton:

Originally posted by CrimsonJD:

Why not a DDR dance pad? Imagine how much exercise you'd get

I can't even begin to tell you how much I hope someone does this and posts a video.

I mean, if you're really super serious about this, you could get something like this:
https://www.clevelandsoftwaredesign.com/pinball-parts/p/virtual-pinball-pinone-mini-machine

Or build one yourself in a wooden box for probably a lot cheaper. They should be sturdy, and if you break the buttons you can just buy new buttons for a couple of bucks.