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Re:D2X-XL – an OpenGL modification of the classic video game... by epalm on Saturday August 14, 2021 @11:28PM (#28186042)
The MS Sidewinder 3D Pro had twist to roll, throttle control for forward/backward, and a 4-way hat switch for translation (aka ‘strafing’, if we’re both taking about the same thing here). It was perfect for Descent.

Edit: and Freespace!

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Re:D2X-XL – an OpenGL modification of the classic video game... by willis936 on Sunday August 15, 2021 @06:19AM (#28187638)
I played freespace long after its hayday. The mod loader was lovely and the mod community was still quite active. The most expansive overhaul mod had only one server that had many players. It was a full-on RP server. It wasn't for me, but it was fascinating nonetheless.
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Re:D2X-XL – an OpenGL modification of the classic video game... by binarycrusader on Sunday August 15, 2021 @03:05AM (#28186795)
Don’t forget the Gravis Phoenix which was truly a high end joystick at that time and perfect for Descent.
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Re:D2X-XL – an OpenGL modification of the classic video game... by toast0 on Saturday August 14, 2021 @11:50PM (#28186120)
Hmm... I need to try harder with hats, I've never felt great about using them.
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Re:D2X-XL – an OpenGL modification of the classic video game... by dominicjj on Sunday August 15, 2021 @03:35AM (#28186905)
The Space Orb was the most effective way to play D2 once you got used to it.
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