Finally I can put my MSFFB2 in the cellar! G940 godness...

[mazex]

Just got my G940 set today and it's nice to finally be able to put my trusty MSFFB2 in retirement! Here are some observations after using it for only an evening...

Force feedback effects are a must for me (especially the stall buffeting) and I've been thinking there never would arrive a joystick to match the MSFFB2 that has been discontinued since long. Our niche hobby is getting smaller and smaller so I thought I would have to go back to spring loaded CH stuff like in the 90:ies...

Some years ago I bought a Saitek Cyborg Evo Force when it hit the market to have a replacement for my aging MS stick. Used it once and never touched it again. Gave it to some relative I think... I have tried the cheapo Logitech sticks and they are not good enough either. Yes, I have tried the X52, CH:s and the Cougar too - but like I said, FF is a must for me...

Enter the G940... With shaking hands I broke the package and quickly connected it, I'm using Windows 7 RTM 64-bit so I had prepared by downloading the 5.08 driver that is brand new. Fired up IL2 and got into the air... Only 85% throttle and something pulled to the side. Went into the configuration and calibrated all the trim wheels etc and got it working after that.

So what about it? The overall impression can be summarized by the fact that my beloved MSFFB2 is now on a shelf in the attic. The G940 may not be the Grail I hoped for - but it's close enough!

Some impressions:

Joystick:

Really nice FF effects! (using by own toned down ff effects done way back when to avoid hysterical cannon recoils etc). The FF effects are simply better than the MSFFB2. Stronger and at the same time more subtle if you understand what I mean. The fact that has been pointed out by someone In another forum that the "no force zone" in the middle is the only real complaint, but it bothers me less than I thought it would. I have not gotten the micro stick (top metal hat) to work in IL2 which I guess would make it even better.

The stick really feels expensive which is never wrong after paying 300 euros

Throttle:

Feels good, I like the lit up panel buttons. Nice to have the dual throttle setup for 4.10

Pedals:

I like them. I've been using Thrustmaster Elite pedals before and I think I like these better fo some reason. I have the say that the variable resistance setting is a bit too weak for me. Setting it to "stiff" makes the pedals less "self centering" which is what I want more of when setting a "stronger" setting!

Well, If you sit there with your old MSFFB2 that occasionally experiences trigger malfunction like mine did - you know there is hope!

/Mazex