--- product_id: 263824242 title: "Arcade Buttons EG STARTS 1 Player DIY Kit Joystick 5V LED Arcade Button for Arcade Stick PC Games Mame Raspberry pi" brand: "eg starts" price: "AR$121498" currency: ARS in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Eg Starts" url: https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/263824242-arcade-buttons-eg-starts-1-player-diy-kit-joystick-5v store_origin: AR region: Argentina --- # 8-way precision joystick 5V LED illuminated buttons 1,000,000 cycle microswitch durability Arcade Buttons EG STARTS 1 Player DIY Kit Joystick 5V LED Arcade Button for Arcade Stick PC Games Mame Raspberry pi **Brand:** eg starts **Price:** AR$121498 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎯 Level up your retro gaming setup with pro-grade arcade precision! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Arcade Buttons EG STARTS 1 Player DIY Kit Joystick 5V LED Arcade Button for Arcade Stick PC Games Mame Raspberry pi by eg starts - **How much does it cost?** AR$121498 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.ar](https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/263824242-arcade-buttons-eg-starts-1-player-diy-kit-joystick-5v) ## Best For - eg starts enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted eg starts brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Vibrant 5V LED Buttons:** Light up your gameplay with brilliantly illuminated pushbuttons that enhance any arcade setup. - • **Plug & Play USB Encoder:** Seamlessly integrate with PC, Raspberry Pi, and RetroPie systems for instant arcade action. - • **Pro-Grade 8-Way Joystick:** Experience flawless directional control with a high-quality joystick designed for precision gaming. - • **Compact DIY Kit with Warranty:** All components individually packaged with a 1-year warranty—perfect for custom arcade projects. - • **Endurance Tested Microswitches:** Built to last with gilded contact legs, ensuring over a million reliable presses without fail. ## Overview The EG STARTS 1 Player DIY Kit features a high-quality 8-way joystick and 5V LED illuminated buttons with microswitches tested for over 1,000,000 cycles. Designed for PC, Raspberry Pi, and RetroPie arcade projects, it includes a USB encoder for easy plug-and-play compatibility. Compact and reliable, this kit comes with a 1-year warranty, making it an ideal choice for millennial gamers building their own retro arcade experience. ## Description Aggy Starts Arcade Buttons 1 Dkit Trigger Joystick 5V LED Arcade PC Gaming Mummy Raspberry Pi Review: Wow, these are the brightest lights I've ever used on an arcade cabinet. Not the best quality buttons but exactly what you expect for the price. It all works fine. Review: found out the buttons will only light up in a different configuration to actual guide, had to check YouTube video for same and video was wrong but look at the comments about the wiring to find the right way to install cables. White buttons received are also smaller than the others with no sticker like other comments, yeah they mentioned u might get version 1 or 2. Stick screws also way to short had to removed the metal plate to install without it. Pain in butt to have to take it all apart for return. ## Features - Quality: Excellent Control USB Encoder. High Quality 8 way joystick. LED Buttons Good lighting effects. - Fonction: DC 5V Arcade Illuminated Pushbutton, 8 ways Joystick Use Microswitch with gilded contact leg, excellent electronic performance, long life, reliability tested to 1,000,000 cycles! - Hole Size: Joystick - 24mm. Large Buttons-30mm - Package: 175 x 95 x 115mm. Each button and joystick are individually packaged and 1 year warranty. - Support: Perfect LED Kit for Windows Arcade Games PC Games DIY Project Arcade Raspberry Pi for RetroPie system MAME ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B01M2X88QP | | Best Sellers Rank | #640 in Videogames ( See Top 100 in Videogames ) #6 in PC Joysticks | | Customer reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (578) | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item model number | 1/5VDIY/MIX-R | | Product Dimensions | 17.5 x 9.5 x 11.5 cm; 520 g | ## Images ![Arcade Buttons EG STARTS 1 Player DIY Kit Joystick 5V LED Arcade Button for Arcade Stick PC Games Mame Raspberry pi - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/714jY02UemL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: What size holes do I need to drill for the buttons and joystick? In inches or fractions please.** A: I used a 1 1/8" spade bit for the large buttons & a 7/8" spade bit for the smaller buttons & hole for the joystick. I guess a 30mm & a 24mm step drill respectively would work if you are only drilling through a thin panel. **Q: Can the Joystick be set to 4-way only? I see a picture indicating it can be changed from 8 to 4-way however this is not listed in the description.** A: Yes. There is a plastic piece that you take off, rotate, and put back on. The first time you take it off, it is very stiff and difficult. **Q: How do you suggest we protect the usb encoder board? does it need to be placed inside an enclosure?** A: Most people do put all this into an enclosure. If you search for arcade controllers you can see where it’s placed inside the arcade box with other stuff like a raspberry pi for example. **Q: Does this work for sanwa joystick ?** A: Yes ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by A***R on 19 December 2021* Wow, these are the brightest lights I've ever used on an arcade cabinet. Not the best quality buttons but exactly what you expect for the price. It all works fine. ### ⭐⭐ Review *by S***S on 20 May 2020* found out the buttons will only light up in a different configuration to actual guide, had to check YouTube video for same and video was wrong but look at the comments about the wiring to find the right way to install cables. White buttons received are also smaller than the others with no sticker like other comments, yeah they mentioned u might get version 1 or 2. Stick screws also way to short had to removed the metal plate to install without it. Pain in butt to have to take it all apart for return. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by M***M on 12 December 2025* As an avid arcade enthusiast, I've used several DIY kits over the years, and the EG STARTS Arcade Buttons 1 Player DIY Kit is by far the most impressive combination of quality, fun, and value I've found. This kit is absolutely deserving of five stars. Installation Simplicity: Everything in the kit is clearly labeled and designed for easy plug-and-play assembly. The wiring harness included makes connecting the joystick and buttons to the encoder a breeze. I had it installed and running in my custom fight stick cabinet in under 30 minutes. Beginner-friendly, professional results. Crisp, Responsive Feel: The star of the show is the performance. The 5V LED buttons have a satisfying, responsive click and register inputs instantly—crucial for fighting games and shmups. The joystick is smooth, features a classic ball-top design, and provides precise 8-way movement. There is zero noticeable input lag. Fantastic Aesthetics: The LED lighting is bright, vibrant, and really brings the arcade experience to life. It adds that authentic, flashy look you want in a custom build. The lights power easily via the 5V USB connection. Incredible Value: You get everything you need for a full one-player setup (joystick, buttons, encoder, and all necessary wiring) for a price that simply can't be beaten. This kit punches well above its weight class in terms of quality. If you are building a MAME cabinet, a retro console controller, or a custom arcade stick, STOP LOOKING AND BUY THIS KIT! 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