Close Quarters Battle Arcade
Tech Hit JLF Optic Blast special parts variant joystick
Tech Hit JLF Optic Blast special parts variant joystick
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Developed following local feedback during lab testing sessions shortly after the release of the JLF-C-ALL upgrade kit, the Optic Blast JLF was so named due to all red colouring of the component parts inside and the repeated usage of Cyclops in Marvel fighting games for testing purposes.
The inclusion of the JLF-SP-R (red) spring gives the joystick an immediate snap-back tension which is perfectly matched for quick and intense movement yet holds linear feedback throughout the angle of shaft displacement. The JLF-P-R (red) actuator yields a subtle but noticeable enhancement to early microswitch activation and tightens up the overall feel in all directions. Finally, the GTN-R (red) restrictor gate benefits command activation with curved corners inside the square foundational shape. This allows easier flow with stacking special move commands and provides familiarity to users of default square gates. Indentations for the cardinal directions allow the setup flexibility for easier charge based moves and dash commands.
This joystick will suit a wide cross section of gamer interested in a setup with more agile performance in mind. The fast pace of 2D fighter games and solid execution of special moves is where this joystick has clear advantages.
The exact parts/specifications for this listing:
- Sanwa JLF-TP-8YT-SK joystick or JLX2 (TBA)
- Sanwa JLF-SP-R (red) spring
- Sanwa JLF-P-R (red) oversized actuator
- Sanwa GT-8X restrictor (only required for the JLF version)
- Sanwa GTN-R (red) restrictor insert
(Note: CQB Arcade will utilise brand new parts and complete the joystick upgrade procedure as part of the service of this listing)

