Hardware & Technical Upgrade from Microsoft Sidewinder

[Movian]

So I picked up a Microsoft Sidewinder (1 no force feedback or anything) from a good will for $3.50 and it seems to be in perfect working condition.

so I picked up Elite Dangerous as I had seen many good things and am wondering if the stick will be enough for the game or if I should think about getting an upgrade... if so what should I upgrade to?

also is there a guide for configuring the joystick? I have been a die hard keyboard and mouse fan for over 20 years so not so familiar with joystick setup.

thanks in advance!!

 

[AstroZak]

Provided that you can get the stick to work on windows, I don't see any problems with it as a starter stick. I owned on in the past and remember it being a great stick at the time.

If I remember correctly, it has x, y axis. A Throttle, POV and a bunch of buttons.
As a starter stick it should be ok to get you up and running.

You'll have to use a combo of joystick and keyboard to be able to access all the functions, but that won't be a big deal - most people do that.