Joystick Problems?

[LoCo]

I just got this game about a week ago and this is my first combat sim. I usally play FPS games online, but I have to say this game isn't half bad. This is not to say that this game does not need a patch, but all in all not too bad. I noticed that a few people were having problems using a joystick and decided not to use one until a patch/fix came out. I was using a Nostromo N50 speed pad along with a Logitech 510 Mx gaming mouse but steering and aiming became a little awkward. So I went out and bought a joystick despite the problems some people were having. I purchased a Logitech Extreme 3D Pro joystick at target for $29 and it works perfect. The profile settings in the Logitech menu provide X axis, Y axis, Throttle and Twist invert capabilities. You can raise the barrel by pulling back the stick and drop the barrel by pushing forward on the stick. Of course if you don't check the invert box on the Y axis you get the usual problem. If you got 30 bucks and want better game play there you go, hope this helps.