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{{stub}}The '''Hot Stik''' is a third-party joystick released for the [[Sega Mega Drive]].
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While offering physical buttons for {{A}}, {{B}}, {{C}} and {{Start}}, the Hot Stik differs from its competitors by having no "base" in which tilting the stick would simulate a D-Pad. Instead the device consists of mercury sensors, creating a basic form of motion control. If the user tilts their hand in a certain direction, the mercury (which is a liquid at room temperature (and higly toxic)) will physically move due to the effects of gravity and create an electric connection.
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Power 10 had previously used this technology with a more elborate "[[Hot Seat]]" peripheral for the NES, where the idea was to sit down and tilt a special chair (although the tilting technology was still confined to a joystick positioned on the side).
  
 
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Latest revision as of 21:04, 2 August 2024

HotStik MD.jpg
Hot Stik
Made for: Sega Mega Drive
Manufacturer: Power 10
Type: Joystick
Release Date RRP Code
Sega Mega Drive
US

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The Hot Stik is a third-party joystick released for the Sega Mega Drive and Nintendo Entertainment System.

While offering physical buttons for A, B, C and  START , the Hot Stik differs from its competitors by having no "base" in which tilting the stick would simulate a D-Pad. Instead the device consists of mercury sensors, creating a basic form of motion control. If the user tilts their hand in a certain direction, the mercury (which is a liquid at room temperature (and higly toxic)) will physically move due to the effects of gravity and create an electric connection.

Power 10 had previously used this technology with a more elborate "Hot Seat" peripheral for the NES, where the idea was to sit down and tilt a special chair (although the tilting technology was still confined to a joystick positioned on the side).

Physical scans

Mega Drive, US
HotStik MD Box Back.jpgHotStik MD Box Spine.jpgHotStik MD Box Front.jpgHotStik MD Box Spine2.jpg
Cover

References


Third-party controllers for the Sega Mega Drive
  • Control pads
  • Arcade sticks
  • Computer joysticks
  • Wireless control pads
  • Others

Others | Clones