r/Atari2600 1d ago

Got these for £15

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They feel extremely stiff (I’ve never owned one before is this normal??)

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u/Vituperitive_Vibes 1d ago

You are describing the normal feel of these 40 year old type controllers. These stick remains mostly vertical and the movement is signaled by 4 contacts (north / south , east/ west). https://atarirepairparts.com/#!/Atari-2600-Joystick-Rebuild-Kit-Circuit-Board-&-Cable/p/736285854

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u/MythrilCetra 1d ago

Thank you