For a beginner who is just starting out and wants to try fighting games and want a spare joystick to play his favorite fighters, this controller is not bad. It works decently on both PC and Nintendo Switch and works with multiple games such as: , and even games like Metal Slug and Super Smash Brothers, although Smash Brothers doesn't support a joystick as anything other than a D-Pad. You can basically play any fighting game other than Smash with this one, so it's still a huge win for those looking to try using the arcade controller layout in this type of game. Of course, although the price is good compared to higher-end controllers, this battle joystick is less comfortable than other high-end joysticks. You could probably go to an arcade machine or Dave & Busters, Round One, Vrena etc. and play on a regular arcade machine more conveniently. The buttons definitely feel softer, lighter, and less "jerky" than most other arcade sticks. These aren't "bad" buttons, but if you're looking for a controller that you'll rely on and plan to use for a while, and really love fighting games, you're probably better off saving and treating yourself, that feels better about it.