EG STARTS

EG STARTS American Style Arcade Competition 2Pin Bat Joystick Switchable from 8 Ways Operation, Elliptical Handle, Precision 8-Way 0.187" (4.8mm) Terminal (Red)

Name: EG STARTS American Style Arcade Competition 2Pin Bat Joystick Switchable from 8 Ways Operation, Elliptical Handle, Precision 8-Way 0.187" (4.8mm)
Brand: EG STARTS
SKU: B093SN8FGG
Price: 12.99 USD
Availability: InStock

By Mike Perry, Hardware Editor · Verified 2026-09-23

Mike Perry has researched PC hardware since 2014, tracking 80+ GPU generations, 50+ retro handheld platforms, and 30+ vintage PC configurations. He synthesises community benchmarks, manufacturer specs, and public forum data into actionable buying guides. View full credentials →

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Bottom line: The EG STARTS American Style Arcade Competition 2Pin Bat Joystick Switchable from 8 Ways Operation, Elliptical Handle, Precision 8-Way 0.187" (4.8mm) Terminal (Red) is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the joysticks & game port category, priced around $12.99. Check the specification table above against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ Used for all wood or metal controllers.
✓ Backed by EG STARTS's warranty and support channels
✓ Ships via Amazon with Prime eligibility and the standard returns policy

Cons

✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
✗ Price, stock, and Prime eligibility update from Amazon and may have changed since this page was last verified

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored EG STARTS American Style Arcade Competition 2Pin Bat Joystick… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis across the joysticks & game port category. EG STARTS's joysticks & game port lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for joysticks & game port of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the Amazon listing before purchase. Prices, stock, and Prime eligibility update directly from Amazon's catalog and may have moved since this page was last verified.

Key Features

Used for all wood or metal controllers.
New design High quality American style joystick. with 8-way smoothness
The switch is easy to use and can be easily replaced. Plastic base holder 0.187 "4.8 mm connection
The NO interface is the signal / function pin to the 4.8 mm connection. The COM interface is a ground loop
Each joystick contains 4 high quality microswitches. The service life is 1,000,000 times.

Full Specifications

Brand	EG STARTS
Color	Red
Theme	Arcade Gaming
Unit Count	1 Count
Model Number	5949b82e-cdc2-4b3c-9647-c775d633a71b
Power Source	Battery Powered
Compatibility	Switch
Material Type	Plastic
Operation Mode	Manual
Item Dimensions	5.12 x 3.15 x 3.54 inches
Number of Packs	1
Number of Players	1
Educational Objective	Enhance hand-eye coordination and reflexes through interactive gaming
Supported Battery Types	No batteries required
Manufacturer Part Number	TYMS-JOYSTICK
Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS)	216

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EG STARTS American Style Arcade Competition 2Pin Bat Joystick Switchable from 8 Ways Operation, Elliptical Handle, Precision 8-Way 0.187" (4.8mm) Terminal (Red) is sold on the used and vintage market, where eBay carries the live inventory — Amazon does not stock this part. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Price data may not reflect current market pricing — verify on Amazon before purchase. Price and availability subject to change.