No more adapters
Leverless controllers used to need a separate adapter for the newest consoles. StarBurst is native on PS5, Switch 2, Xbox and PC, so you can plug in at a friend's PS5 or bring it to a Switch 2 meetup and just play.
POM switches and SOCD
The buttons use short-travel POM hot-swap switches. Testing in Street Fighter 6, Drive Rush and tight punishes fired reliably with no dropped inputs. Four SOCD modes are built in and meet the rules used by Capcom and other international tournaments.
Custom art and PC software
The clear acrylic top takes your own artwork; I put in a custom PonPonLin design, which looks great with the RGB. The magnetic cover protects the buttons and folds into a stand. After a firmware update through Brook's PC software you can remap buttons and adjust lighting.
Specs
| Type | Leverless all-button arcade controller |
|---|---|
| Switches | POM short-travel, hot-swappable |
| SOCD | Four built-in modes |
| Platforms | PS5, Xbox Series X|S, NS2, PC |
| Design | Swappable acrylic art panel, RGB |
| Accessory | Magnetic cover that folds into a stand |
| Software | PC app: firmware, remapping, lighting |
PonPonLin's verdict
Great value for fighting game players who want one leverless controller for every console and for tournaments.
FAQ
Do I need an adapter for PS5?
No. StarBurst supports every PS5 game natively.
Is it tournament legal?
Yes. It has four SOCD modes that meet international fighting game rules; switch to the mode the organizer requires.
Can I change the switches?
Yes, the switches are hot-swappable.
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