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product_id: 38404680
title: "EG STARTS Arcade Buttons 1 Player DIY Kit Joystick 5V LED Arcade Button for Arcade Stick PC Games Mame Raspberry pi"
brand: "eg starts"
price: "€ 63.22"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Eg Starts"
url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/38404680-eg-starts-arcade-buttons-1-player-diy-kit-joystick-5v
store_origin: HR
region: Croatia
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# 8-way precision joystick 5V vibrant LED buttons Plug-and-play USB encoder EG STARTS Arcade Buttons 1 Player DIY Kit Joystick 5V LED Arcade Button for Arcade Stick PC Games Mame Raspberry pi

**Brand:** eg starts
**Price:** € 63.22
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎯 Level up your arcade game with pro-grade precision and dazzling LED flair!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** EG STARTS Arcade Buttons 1 Player DIY Kit Joystick 5V LED Arcade Button for Arcade Stick PC Games Mame Raspberry pi by eg starts
- **How much does it cost?** € 63.22 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/38404680-eg-starts-arcade-buttons-1-player-diy-kit-joystick-5v)

## Best For

- eg starts enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted eg starts brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Effortless DIY Assembly:** Plug-and-play USB encoder and clear wiring make setup a breeze—even for beginners.
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Perfect for Windows, PC, Raspberry Pi, MAME, and RetroPie arcade projects.
- • **Vibrant LED Illumination:** Bright 5V LED buttons that bring your custom arcade build to life with eye-catching glow.
- • **Pro-Level Precision Control:** Experience flawless 8-way joystick responsiveness for competitive gaming mastery.
- • **Built to Last a Million Clicks:** Durable microswitches with gilded contacts ensure reliability through intense gaming marathons.

## Overview

The EG STARTS Arcade Buttons 1 Player DIY Kit offers a high-quality 8-way joystick and 5V LED illuminated buttons with durable microswitches rated for 1,000,000 cycles. Designed for easy plug-and-play assembly, it includes a USB encoder compatible with PC, Windows, Raspberry Pi, and MAME systems, making it the ultimate DIY arcade upgrade for retro gaming enthusiasts.

## Description

desertcart.com: EG STARTS Arcade Buttons 1 Player DIY Kit Joystick 5V LED Arcade Button for Arcade Stick PC Games Mame Raspberry pi : Video Games

Review: The Best Way to Build Your Dream Arcade - As an avid arcade enthusiast, I've used several DIY kits over the years, and the EG STARTS Arcade Buttons 1 Player DIY Kit is by far the most impressive combination of quality, fun, and value I've found. This kit is absolutely deserving of five stars. Installation Simplicity: Everything in the kit is clearly labeled and designed for easy plug-and-play assembly. The wiring harness included makes connecting the joystick and buttons to the encoder a breeze. I had it installed and running in my custom fight stick cabinet in under 30 minutes. Beginner-friendly, professional results. Crisp, Responsive Feel: The star of the show is the performance. The 5V LED buttons have a satisfying, responsive click and register inputs instantly—crucial for fighting games and shmups. The joystick is smooth, features a classic ball-top design, and provides precise 8-way movement. There is zero noticeable input lag. Fantastic Aesthetics: The LED lighting is bright, vibrant, and really brings the arcade experience to life. It adds that authentic, flashy look you want in a custom build. The lights power easily via the 5V USB connection. Incredible Value: You get everything you need for a full one-player setup (joystick, buttons, encoder, and all necessary wiring) for a price that simply can't be beaten. This kit punches well above its weight class in terms of quality. If you are building a MAME cabinet, a retro console controller, or a custom arcade stick, STOP LOOKING AND BUY THIS KIT! It delivers on every promise.
Review: Good value - This is a good value. Everything worked as expected. I was pleasantly surprised to find mechanical keyboard switches inside the buttons. They are soldered in place, but if you know how to solder you can easily swap them out with different switches if they were to break or if you want a different feel or to add some more sound with some clicky switches. The joystick is very solid feeling.

## Features

- Quality: Excellent Control USB Encoder. High Quality 8 way joystick. LED Buttons Good lighting effects.
- Fonction: DC 5V Arcade Illuminated Pushbutton, 8 ways Joystick Use Microswitch with gilded contact leg, excellent electronic performance, long life, reliability tested to 1,000,000 cycles!
- Hole Size: Joystick - 24mm. Large Buttons-30mm
- Package: 175 x 95 x 115mm. Each button and joystick are individually packaged and 1 year warranty.
- Support: Perfect LED Kit for Windows Arcade Games PC Games DIY Project Arcade Raspberry Pi for RetroPie system MAME

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01M2X88QP |
| Best Sellers Rank | #3,956 in Video Games ( See Top 100 in Video Games ) #20 in PC Game Joysticks |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (597) |
| Date First Available | October 14, 2016 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 1.15 pounds |
| Item model number | 1/5VDIY/MIX-R |
| Manufacturer | EG Starts |
| Product Dimensions | 6.89 x 3.74 x 4.53 inches; 1.15 Pounds |
| Type of item | CD-ROM |

## Images

![EG STARTS Arcade Buttons 1 Player DIY Kit Joystick 5V LED Arcade Button for Arcade Stick PC Games Mame Raspberry pi - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/714jY02UemL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What size holes do I need to drill for the buttons and joystick? In inches or fractions please.**
A: I used a 1 1/8" spade bit for the large buttons & a 7/8" spade bit for the smaller buttons & hole for the joystick. I guess a 30mm & a 24mm step drill respectively would work if you are only drilling through a thin panel.

**Q: Can the Joystick be set to 4-way only? I see a picture indicating it can be changed from 8 to 4-way however this is not listed in the description.**
A: Yes.  There is a plastic piece that you take off, rotate, and put back on.  The first time you take it off, it is very stiff and difficult.

**Q: How do you suggest we protect the usb encoder board? does it need to be placed inside an enclosure?**
A: Most people do put all this into an enclosure. If you search for arcade controllers you can see where it’s placed inside the arcade box with other stuff like a raspberry pi for example.

**Q: Does this work for sanwa joystick ?**
A: Yes

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Best Way to Build Your Dream Arcade
*by M***M on December 12, 2025*

As an avid arcade enthusiast, I've used several DIY kits over the years, and the EG STARTS Arcade Buttons 1 Player DIY Kit is by far the most impressive combination of quality, fun, and value I've found. This kit is absolutely deserving of five stars. Installation Simplicity: Everything in the kit is clearly labeled and designed for easy plug-and-play assembly. The wiring harness included makes connecting the joystick and buttons to the encoder a breeze. I had it installed and running in my custom fight stick cabinet in under 30 minutes. Beginner-friendly, professional results. Crisp, Responsive Feel: The star of the show is the performance. The 5V LED buttons have a satisfying, responsive click and register inputs instantly—crucial for fighting games and shmups. The joystick is smooth, features a classic ball-top design, and provides precise 8-way movement. There is zero noticeable input lag. Fantastic Aesthetics: The LED lighting is bright, vibrant, and really brings the arcade experience to life. It adds that authentic, flashy look you want in a custom build. The lights power easily via the 5V USB connection. Incredible Value: You get everything you need for a full one-player setup (joystick, buttons, encoder, and all necessary wiring) for a price that simply can't be beaten. This kit punches well above its weight class in terms of quality. If you are building a MAME cabinet, a retro console controller, or a custom arcade stick, STOP LOOKING AND BUY THIS KIT! It delivers on every promise.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good value
*by R***N on December 30, 2025*

This is a good value. Everything worked as expected. I was pleasantly surprised to find mechanical keyboard switches inside the buttons. They are soldered in place, but if you know how to solder you can easily swap them out with different switches if they were to break or if you want a different feel or to add some more sound with some clicky switches. The joystick is very solid feeling.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worked well for my retro arcade controller
*by M***R on December 9, 2025*

Used these for a retro arcade game controller and no issues with configuring them. The ports are labeled and the buttons feel solid.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-02*