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Here are solid joystick options by use-case—arcade-style microswitch (digital) vs 2-axis analog control vs I2C/Qwiic quick-connect.
Arcade / retro cabinet joysticks (clicky microswitch)
- For a simple DIY arcade stick with an easy connector: Joystick (5-pin connector) ($13.25).
- For a compact, classic-feel arcade control: Small Arcade Joystick (8-way, microswitch) ($30.05).
- For Pac‑Man/classic cabinets that want 4-way: Arcade Joystick - Short Handle (4-way, heavy duty) ($44.65).
- Another solid arcade option: 8 Way Arcade Game Flight Joystick Arcade (8-way, 4 microswitches) ($33.90).
- If you want a full 2-player control set (buttons + encoders + sticks): 2 Player DIY Arcade Joystick Kit ($104.90).
Analog thumb joysticks (smooth 2-axis)
- Classic PS2-style analog thumbstick: Thumb Joystick (2-axis, ~10kΩ pots) ($10.60).
- Small, affordable analog option: Mini 2-Axis Analog Thumbstick (2-axis, self-centering) ($5.00).
- Panel-mount friendly with a built-in press switch: Analog 2-axis Thumb Joystick with Select Button + Breakout Board (X/Y analog + click) ($13.30).
Joystick modules & easy wiring (great for Arduino/microcontrollers)
- Plug-and-play sensor-style module: Gravity: Joystick Module V2 (2-axis analog + push-button) ($9.25).
- Another budget module option: Dual-axis XY Joystick Module (2×10k pots + pushbutton) ($7.80).
- Qwiic ecosystem (quick I2C wiring): SparkFun Qwiic Joystick (Qwiic/I2C joystick) ($27.55).
Joystick + display add-ons (UI/navigation)
- Arduino shield with screen + joystick navigation: Adafruit 1.8 Color TFT Shield w/microSD and Joystick (128×160 TFT, 5-way joystick, microSD) ($40.15).
- Feather boards UI wing: Adafruit Mini Color TFT with Joystick FeatherWing (160×80 TFT + joystick) ($50.15).
Wireless joystick controller building blocks (XBee projects)
- For DIY wireless control around XBee: Wireless Joystick Breakout Board for XBee ($34.40) or the fuller kit SparkFun Wireless Joystick Kit ($87.35).
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Joystick
Wireless Joystick Breakout Board for XBee
MPN: DEV-14008
2 Player DIY Arcade Joystick Kit
Adafruit 1.8 Color TFT Shield w/microSD and Joystick
Small Arcade Joystick
PSP 3000 2-Axis Analog Thumb Joystick
Mini Analog Joystick - 10K Potentiometers
Gravity: Joystick Module V2
Thumb Joystick
SparkFun Thumb Joystick Breakout
Arcade Joystick - Short Handle
Adafruit 1.3 Color TFT Bonnet for Raspberry Pi - 240x240 TFT + Joystick Add-on
Joystick Shield for Arduino
Black Rubber Joystick Nubbin Cap for Navigation Joystick
Thumb Joystick Knob - Deluxe
Analog 2-axis Thumb Joystick with Select Button + Breakout Board
PSP 2-Axis Analog Thumb Joystick
2-Axis Joystick
Mini Mountable Analog Joystick
Dual-axis XY Joystick Module
Joystick
This clicky joystick is great for DIY arcade builds, and it has a handy 5-pin connector that means connecting it is just a case of plugging in a single cable connector. We use this joystick in our new Picade and it's solid, responsive, and reliable. The feel is a little looser tha...
Wireless Joystick Breakout Board for XBee
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This breakout board makes it easier to build a custom wireless controller for XBee-based projects, without relying on a standard hobby RC transmitter. It is designed for makers who want to choose their own control layout for robots, vehicles and other radio-controlled builds.The board includes an...
2 Player DIY Arcade Joystick Kit
The 2-Player DIY Arcade Joystick Kit includes everything you need to build your own retro arcade controls. With 20 LED arcade buttons, two joysticks (red and blue), two USB encoders, and all necessary cabling, this kit is ready to connect to a Raspberry Pi, PC, or Mac. The USB encoders present a...
Adafruit 1.8 Color TFT Shield w/microSD and Joystick
The Adafruit 1.8" Colour TFT Shield is a plug-and-play display solution for Arduino, combining a bright 128×160 pixel TFT screen with a microSD card slot, 5-way joystick navigation switch, and three tactile buttons. This R3-format shield works with any Arduino or Metro board including the Metro M...
Small Arcade Joystick
A compact 8-way arcade joystick with a satisfying snap action, reminiscent of classic arcade cabinets. Unlike potentiometer-based analogue joysticks, this model uses four internal microswitches for crisp digital on/off directional input — perfect for retro gaming and menu navigation projects. Ke...
PSP 3000 2-Axis Analog Thumb Joystick
Sometimes a simple analog control device can be the perfect tactile solution for your project, but they can be surprisingly hard to come by. Luckily we've found a low cost, quality PSP 3000 2-Axis Analog Thumb Joystick to fulfill your directional analog input needs! This is a replacement ...
Mini Analog Joystick - 10K Potentiometers
A compact analogue joystick with two 10kΩ potentiometers and a spring-return mechanism. Unlike arcade-style joysticks that use clicking switches, this joystick provides smooth, proportional analogue output across a full 50° range in both X and Y axes. Connect each potentiometer between ground and...
Gravity: Joystick Module V2
The Gravity Joystick Module V2 provides two-axis analogue control (X and Y) plus a digital push-button switch. Connect the two analogue outputs and one digital output to your Arduino or other microcontroller for intuitive directional input — ideal for robot control, menu navigation, and game proj...
Thumb Joystick
This is a joystick very similar to the ‘analog’ joysticks on PS2 (PlayStation 2) controllers. Directional movements are simply two potentiometers - one for each axis. Pots are ~10k each. This joystick also has a select button that is actuated when the joystick is pressed down. Note: Breakout ...
SparkFun Thumb Joystick Breakout
This is the breakout board for the thumb joystick. Pins are broken out to a 0.1" header and includes 4 mounting holes in the corners.
Arcade Joystick - Short Handle
This short-handle arcade joystick is a heavy-duty 4-way input in the classic Pac-Man style. Built from ABS plastic and solid alloy, it delivers a great feel with rugged construction that stands up to intense gameplay. Spring return centres the stick automatically after each movement. Key Feature...
Adafruit 1.3 Color TFT Bonnet for Raspberry Pi - 240x240 TFT + Joystick Add-on
The Adafruit 1.3" Colour TFT Bonnet for Raspberry Pi combines a 240×240 IPS TFT display with a 5-way joystick and two pushbuttons on a single plug-and-play bonnet. The display is driven by the ST7789 controller over SPI, delivering vibrant 16-bit colour with wide viewing angles. A Qwiic/STEMMA Q...
Joystick Shield for Arduino
Turn your Arduino into a simple game controller with this plug-and-play joystick shield. It features a two-axis thumb joystick with a select button plus four additional momentary push buttons — giving you retro game-pad style input for navigation, gaming, and menu control. The shield sits direct...
Black Rubber Joystick Nubbin Cap for Navigation Joystick
A black rubber cap designed to fit standard 5-way navigation joysticks, providing a comfortable grip surface with directional etching. Presses on firmly and is easy to clean with mild soap and water. Compatible with common through-hole 5-way navigation switches used on boards such as TFT Feather...
Thumb Joystick Knob - Deluxe
This is a "deluxe" joystick knob very similar to the thumb pads on PlayStation controllers. We specifically carry this knob to pair with our 16mm Deluxe Thumb Joystick.
Analog 2-axis Thumb Joystick with Select Button + Breakout Board
A PSP/Xbox-style analog thumb joystick with a built-in press-to-select button, mounted on a breakout board designed for easy panel mounting. Unlike simple directional joysticks, this analog stick provides precise, proportional X and Y readings for accurate positional control. The breakout board ...
PSP 2-Axis Analog Thumb Joystick
Add a tiny joystick to your project with this PSP thumbstick. This is a replacement component for PSP1000's, but we think they'd make for a great little joystick/thumbstick add-on for a wearable, or portable project. The joystick is a 'self-centering' analog-type. That means it basically a...
2-Axis Joystick
The 2-Axis Joystick provides analogue input for your projects using two independent 10K potentiometers — one per axis. It reports position as either voltage or resistance, making it compatible with a wide range of microcontrollers including Arduino and Raspberry Pi. The modular form factor plugs...
Mini Mountable Analog Joystick
If you want to be a smooth operator then analog input is essential! This mini operators' joystick uses two 10KΩ potentiometers and a spring-back system for the X and Y axes making it a great input device for many robotics projects Connect one side of each potentiometer to ground, ...
Dual-axis XY Joystick Module
This convenient little module allows you to control both the X-axis and Y-axis using two 10k potentiometers. Also featured is an additional pushbutton switch providing another optional input for your project. Compatible with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, Micro:bit and other microcontrolle...