a Guide to Buying Your First Hitbox Controller

Today I wanted to share of my knowledge on the various hitbox controllers on the market, so you can make an informed decision as a buyer!

#Fightsticks #Hitbox #streetfighter #fgc

Chapter:
0:00 Intro
0:40 Victrix
3:09 Convert Your Stick Into a Hitbox
3:48 Snack Box Micro
4:59 MPress
5:46 Hitbox Arcade
7:45 Conclusion

[jcminer]

I appreciate the video because playing on keyboard has been super helpful for my hand pain so I've been looking into getting a hitbox. Love your content.

[astjuly]

OH MY GOD, THIS NUJABES ART ON YOUR HITBOX IS AMAZING

[similaritiesendhere]

I love how these still cost more than traditional arcade controllers even though 4 buttons are cheaper than the arcade stick they replace.

[LoreExplore]

If you're looking to get into hitboxes build your own! $400 for a controller?! pcb is $100 and buttons ran me about $75. It's also way more fun when it comes to customization. Great vid!

[rin]

highly reccomend going for the standard hitbox. comfortable, good build quality and fairly portable. my friend got the snackbox micro and suffered from constant disconnects, which seems to be a fairly common issue. he sent it in for repairs but the problem persisted. been using the hitbox for a year and a half with no issues to speak of aside from some glue on the cable housing coming loose, but a quick reapplication inside fixed this issue no problem. definitely reccomend later upgrading it with crown microswitch buttons, as they feel much better than the stock sanwas, but it's a reliable and good controller with nothing to complain about and well worth being a consideration for those looking into stickless controllers

[spicyfetus]

I used to use a mini fight stick. it's as small as a micro except it's a normal stick. A good solution to the small frame is to put it on a dictionary or textbook. It adds more surface area to the bottom so it will rest on your lap better

[Kaguneeee]

Ty for the great video and the dope Nujabes plate!

[JP-yxgo]

Clicked on the video just to see the luv(sic) hitbox. That thing looks so fine!

[SoriduSnakeu]

That's not a proprietary cable, it's a GX12 5pin to USB cable. You can buy those online, or replacement parts to fix the one you have, if you're proficient or comfortable with soldering.

[Neoxon]

My only gripes about the HitBox are that there’s no native PS5 support (right now) & that the detachable port is proprietary rather than USB-C.

[XCT]

The Mpress has the big buttons but they are closer to each other compared to all the other leverless controllers. The palm-rest is fantastic and my hands never tire from playing. I ended up buying 2 Mpresses because it's so comfortable and superior to joysticks. Photos don't do it justice. The Mpress quality is extremely high quality and sturdy! I got the Evo Gold trace full RGB LED version.

[nogoodchad]

I also have most of these, and I'll say the MPress has the added bonus of having a CRAZY short throw on their buttons. You almost have to get used to having such a short throw distance, but man it's nice once you spend some time with it. If you're over 6 feet tall and want to play long seshes, the SBM might not be the play unless you go for the xl version.

[GamePassDad]

Been shopping around and your videos are so well done. Thank you for your help.

[SlaineReigns]

Thanks for the info Andy! Currently I have the Victrix Pre-ordered.

As someone who have tried playing on a hitbox (I dont own one), I've always wanted to get one for a while now. I prefer the button based inputs for more precision than a lever which I've used for years, so I was really sniping the victrix as my first hitbox.

The Victrix already have been reviewed by a bunch of people and it's definitely top of the line, but like Andy said the price is pretty absurd for a stick and it just comes with regular sanwa buttons.

Here are the main reasons why I purchased it.
1. The brushed metal finish - This is the number one reason, because I have sweaty hands. I currently own 2 sticks, The Dragon and Madcatz TES+. Since it's a glossy finish, everytime i finish a match (or during one) my stick gets all wet because of some of my hand sweat. I have to wipe my stick with a cloth everytime I finish a game. Brushed metal finish was something I was looking for in a stick and only Hori Fighting Edge had this type of design on their stick. The brushed metal keeps the surface cold and helps if your hands are sweaty like me.

2. The Look - I mean it looks pretty cool to me, that's primarily why I was looking to get one of these as well (extremely subjective I know).

3. Future proof - Currently this stick is compatible with PS5, so If you own a PS5 this stick will last you till the end of it's life cycle. I play on PC anyways so this feature doesn't really matter to me, but worth mentioning if you're playing on next gen console.

3. Trusted Reviews - A lot of prolific people in the FGC already reviewed this stick, most of them love it. If you look up in YT there will be a lot of reviews from people who purchased the stick and reviewed it regarding the build quality and everyone seems to be pleased with their purchase.

Like Andy said though, this stick is pretty expensive. So if you aren't sure with yourself and do not have the means to invest this kind of money on a stick, just look elsewhere. A hitbox is the best alternative. Lastly, at the time of writing this, you have to join a waitlist in order to be eligible to buy it. It says on the site it'll come on Nov 2022, but who knows tbh when you'll receive it.

[romzen]

If you want a Hitbox for 50% cheaper but with better specs then buy a FightBox from China with a Brook fighting board installed. I have both and if I had to pick one I'd go for the FightBox any day..

[TonyDrecaps]

Hitbox needs to go usb c & create a more comfortable edge on the front when you lean your forearm/wrists on it.

Also, ps5 compatibility

[JTXTV]

Good video, been looking for a price point for swapping to Leverless and the Hitbox might be exactly what I need! Good content! 😊

[jazzygeofferz]

I picked a cheap one up on Aliexpress just to see how it feels. It's tiny, but so is my fight stick. I think it was £20, but I'm not expecting greatness.

[Bhearu]

You have a nujabes hitbox controller, I will listen to anything you say

[jonaso]

one that i havent seen people talk about are the other sticks junkfood arcades makes a buttons only controller called the snackbox v2, and it is a good option because it is the only type that has 30 mm attack buttons, I have yet to this on other controllers.
Edit: The snackbox micro overshadows the regular snackbox, but they are both great!