Hardware maker Thrustmaster has revealed a new joystick base system that takes their well known Warthog series and pushes it to the next level with features intended to ensure that they are competing with the latest from other makers out there. Let’s have a look!
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Thrustmaster’s Warthog series of joysticks and throttle systems have been around for a very long time. It first came out in 2010 and it’s been one of the more popular systems in combat flight simming. If you were a DCS: A-10C pilot when this came out, this was the system of choice. But its 14-years later and it is definitely time for something new.
Thrustmaster are matching their competition by offering a new joystick base that then lets you pick the grip that you want to use. One of the key marketing pieces here is custom configurations with the ability to set the stick up to your liking with the axis curve, cams, springs, deflection masks and with a damper. You can also set your own center point with their Accurate X&Y sensors. The system also uses their proprietary H.E.A.R.T magnetic technology in the sensors.
Thrustmaster also imply future configuration options for the stick with additional grips, extensions, cams, springs, dampers and a cyclical brake all planned. Shown in the marketing is their Viper HOTAS add-on grip. Presumably their Hornet HOTAS add-on grip is also compatible.
For all of this, they are offering the base up for $299.99 USD. You can learn more about the product on their website.
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