I used an Xbox 360 controller as a replacement for the pad because it is essentially the same thing and the differences are negligible. Is it even worth it to change the old joystick if it's already not functioning very well? If there are no known issues with it, then the replacement won't offer anything more in the way of feelings or control.
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