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Euromax Micro Ace Joystick
Euromax Electronics Ltd
1987
C&VG (Computer & Video Games) Issue 57, Jul 1986   page(s) 70

Doesn't this look frightfully similar to the Pro Ace? Hang on! This has got a RED handle, and WHITE directional arrows! It has also got micro switches, which make life a whole lot easier.

Performance on Uridium:

It's still a hit of a nightmare to hold, but is better than the Pro Ace. The switches make play more accurate, end less tiring. Firing is still pretty awful, causing terminal cramp in the reviewer's thumb!

Performance on Winter Games:

Well, it's a bit of an improvement! Movement is easier, and more precise. The firing lets the stick down. On long events, the shape causes considerable discomfort.


REVIEW BY: Jim Douglas

Accuracy6/10
Ergonomics5/10
Strength7/10
Overall6/10
Transcript by Chris Bourne

C&VG (Computer & Video Games) Issue 76, Feb 1988   page(s) 63

Price: £8.95 (Pro-Ace)/£12.95 (Micro-Ace)

Both the Pro Ace and Micro Ace look exactly the same. The only difference is that the Pro is leaf switch operated and the Micro Ace uses microswitches.

Both look like mini pyramids and have a wide fire button at the front. The Micro Ace gives a relatively good feel and is quite accurate. The Pro Ace, because it uses leaf switches, requires excessive movements to create any response at all.

The price for the Pro Ace seems fair, although having to pay £12.95 for the Micro Ace, I'd rather save a quid and buy the Elite instead!


REVIEW BY: Ian Machin, Tony Takoushi

Durability7/10
Design5/10
Value For Money7/10
Summary: Ian Says: Average

Transcript by Chris Bourne

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