Hori Real Arcade Pro
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Thu 2006/08/10 21:30
Got this a while ago just so that I could pull of those combo moves in KOF as trying some of those moves with a joypad was just useless.
The Hori Real Arcade pro is a sturdy joystick and weighs in at 2.6 KG which is not quite enough as it does move around when you are trying to pull of some of the more crazy moves.
One of the annoying things about the Arcade pro is the film of plastic that covers the surface - it will start to get on your nerves so you will start to peel it off but then realize that the buttons were put on *after* the film was applied meaning that you get bits of plastic fraying away from the edges of the buttons. What then happens is that you cant concentrate on yer game because you'll find your self picking at the plastic when your opponent is down - and then get kicked in the goolies when they get up.
The Hori Real Arcade pro is a sturdy joystick and weighs in at 2.6 KG which is not quite enough as it does move around when you are trying to pull of some of the more crazy moves.
One of the annoying things about the Arcade pro is the film of plastic that covers the surface - it will start to get on your nerves so you will start to peel it off but then realize that the buttons were put on *after* the film was applied meaning that you get bits of plastic fraying away from the edges of the buttons. What then happens is that you cant concentrate on yer game because you'll find your self picking at the plastic when your opponent is down - and then get kicked in the goolies when they get up.
Not sure if you can make this out but this is how it looks like when you peel away the plastic - damn annoying!
The Real Arcade Pro can easily be opened and this is what it looks like from the inside. The micro switched joystick and buttons are mounted on to a heavy plate which makes up most of the weight.
You can remove the buttons from the underside but not from the top - remove the buttons and then peel away that plastic scum.
I'm sure there is some sort of ninja trick to remove the plastic without taking the thing apart - I tried the remove-plastic-real-slow ninja move but didnt get anywhere with that...
Only when you have that plastic removed will you be able to concentrate on the game.
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Russ in Australia
Hi Danny I am soon to be heading over to the USA (from Australia) to shoot a series of short documentary films, but on the way I am stopping over in Tokyo for 4 nights. I would been keen to interview you as part of my trip if you are up for it. I will be doing a couple of other stories while I am in Tokyo as well. Sorry to contact you this way, but I couldn't find an email address on your site. You can find out more about me and my trip at my site, www.bsidefilms.com. I look forward to hearing from you. Thanks for your time. Russ
(ID #38685) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
Gé in Quebec, Canada
Those kind of controllers are awesome, they're so useful for 2d fighting game. It's the best way to kick the asses of your friends xD
(ID #38693) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
Nice looking and not a bad price for a controller, either. From your pictures, it appears the buttons are held in place by spring clips. I'm guessing it was fairly easy to remove and then put back the buttons.
(ID #38695) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
HUk in SG
This Xmas me still waiting for Santa to drop a Candygal.
(ID #38697) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
jeff in Lyon, France
What a terible game pad with the figure............perhaps for X mas a PS3 is a good choice.......but and candygal it's also fun ;););)
(ID #38702) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
Drew in Riverside CA
I dont want to sound like a smart sllec but couldnt you have cut away the plastic with a Craft knife?
(ID #38721) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
Raydiant in New Jersey
I understand why everyone wants Santa to bring them a PS3. It's way too expensive to get one for yourself.
(ID #38755) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
kevin
i have this! but it was a limited edition tekken 5 one! xD hori sticks rock all the way, also i have a nuby one [street fighter edition] it's awesome too
(ID #40249) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
Gordon Pekeur in south africa -cape town-
I have a similar joypad, it broke recently!! I mite have to get myself the "Hori Real Arcade Pro" It just looks like a better model!! The "MAME" arcade at home is also a great buy!! I need a credit card.....ASAP!!
(ID #40829) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
Gordon Pekeur in south africa -cape town-
Oh, when I visit Japan, besides cozplay with you guys!! Id like to challenge you in a game of KOF!! Im sure it'll be a good 1........
(ID #40834) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
Russ in Australia
Hi Danny I am soon to be heading over to the USA (from Australia) to shoot a series of short documentary films, but on the way I am stopping over in Tokyo for 4 nights. I would been keen to interview you as part of my trip if you are up for it. I will be doing a couple of other stories while I am in Tokyo as well. Sorry to contact you this way, but I couldn't find an email address on your site. You can find out more about me and my trip at my site, www.bsidefilms.com. I look forward to hearing from you. Thanks for your time. Russ
(ID #80689) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
Gé in Quebec, Canada
Those kind of controllers are awesome, they're so useful for 2d fighting game. It's the best way to kick the asses of your friends xD
(ID #80697) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
Nice looking and not a bad price for a controller, either. From your pictures, it appears the buttons are held in place by spring clips. I'm guessing it was fairly easy to remove and then put back the buttons.
(ID #80699) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
HUk in SG
This Xmas me still waiting for Santa to drop a Candygal.
(ID #80701) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
jeff in Lyon, France
What a terible game pad with the figure............perhaps for X mas a PS3 is a good choice.......but and candygal it's also fun ;););)
(ID #80706) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
Drew in Riverside CA
I dont want to sound like a smart sllec but couldnt you have cut away the plastic with a Craft knife?
(ID #80725) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
Raydiant in New Jersey
I understand why everyone wants Santa to bring them a PS3. It's way too expensive to get one for yourself.
(ID #80759) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
kevin
i have this! but it was a limited edition tekken 5 one! xD hori sticks rock all the way, also i have a nuby one [street fighter edition] it's awesome too
(ID #82253) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
Gordon Pekeur in south africa -cape town-
I have a similar joypad, it broke recently!! I mite have to get myself the "Hori Real Arcade Pro" It just looks like a better model!! The "MAME" arcade at home is also a great buy!! I need a credit card.....ASAP!!
(ID #82833) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
Gordon Pekeur in south africa -cape town-
Oh, when I visit Japan, besides cozplay with you guys!! Id like to challenge you in a game of KOF!! Im sure it'll be a good 1........
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