Qanba Obsidian 2
The best all-around fight stick featuring genuine Sanwa JLF joystick and OBSF-30 buttons, officially licensed for PlayStation. Heavier than its predecessor for improved stability, with swappable ball/bat tops, side storage compartments, and a tournament lock switch.
Our Verdict
Premium Sanwa Denshi joystick and buttons out of the box with a sleek aluminum top panel. Tournament-proven build with excellent weight and stability for competitive play.
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Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- •Genuine Sanwa JLF joystick and buttons
- •Swappable ball and bat tops included
- •Side storage compartments for accessories
- •Heavy build for excellent stability
✗ Cons
- •Expensive at $300
- •Piano finish shows fingerprints easily
- •Wired only — no wireless option
Specifications
| Buttons | Sanwa OBSF-30 |
| Joystick | Sanwa JLF with swappable tops |
| Platform | PS5, PS4, PC |
| Connection | Wired USB |
| Weight | 4.33 kg |
| Features | Tournament Lock, Side Storage |
Who Is This For?
Best For
- ✓Serious fighting game players
- ✓Tournament competitors
- ✓Those wanting premium Sanwa components
- ✓PS5 and PC gamers
Not For
- ✗Budget shoppers
- ✗Those wanting wireless
- ✗Casual gamers
- ✗Xbox players
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