Back in December 2025, I wrote an article about the return of the iconic Quickshot II joystick via PLAOIN REPLAI and Retro Games LTD, and that it would be launching on the 30th of January, 2026. Well, that time has come, much quicker than I thought it would considering January always lasts forever, and now THE QUICKSHOT II is available to order!
Retro Games LTD and PLAION REPLAI have brought back the legendary joystick for use with their mini console range. Opting to go with a strong all-caps name, THEQUICKSHOT II has a very reasonable RRP of £29.99 and has some amazing features that just wouldn't have been possible back in the early 80s, like an all-microswitch internal design for reliable gameplay and immediate click points. There's never going to be any dead zones or sketchy maneuvering with this control stick - it'll probably outlive all of us!
There are 8 action and function buttons and a rapid fire setting, meaning you can have full control of gamepad-style gameplay and kick back while the controller literally quickshots your opponents.
If you already own THEC64, THEA500, or The Spectrum, then THEQUICKSHOT II will sit beside them perfectly and enhance your gaming experience tenfold. Head to Amazon to place your order!
