Thumbstick
noun
A thumbstick is a small control stick on a game controller, used to move characters or navigate menus by applying pressure with the thumb.
She moved her character using the thumbstick on her controller.
Often appears as...
- game controller
- video gaming
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
A thumbstick is a small control stick on a game controller, used to move characters or navigate menus by applying pressure with the thumb.
She moved her character using the thumbstick on her controller.
Often appears as...
- game controller
- video gaming
Usage tips
Neutral
General
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Understanding that a thumbstick can be found on various gaming devices, not just consoles
The thumbstick on my handheld device feels different than that on my console controller.
Pro Tip 2/3Action
Using the thumbstick requires fine motor skills and practice.
It takes time to learn how to use the thumbstick effectively in action games.
Pro Tip 3/3Terminology
Different gaming communities may use alternative terms for thumbstick
In some circles, it's also informally called a 'thumb joysticks'.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Understanding that a thumbstick can be found on various gaming devices, not just consoles
The thumbstick on my handheld device feels different than that on my console controller.
Pro Tip 2/3Action
Using the thumbstick requires fine motor skills and practice.
It takes time to learn how to use the thumbstick effectively in action games.
Pro Tip 3/3Terminology
Different gaming communities may use alternative terms for thumbstick
In some circles, it's also informally called a 'thumb joysticks'.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Understanding that a thumbstick can be found on various gaming devices, not just consoles
The thumbstick on my handheld device feels different than that on my console controller.
Pro Tip 2/3Action
Using the thumbstick requires fine motor skills and practice.
It takes time to learn how to use the thumbstick effectively in action games.
Pro Tip 3/3Terminology
Different gaming communities may use alternative terms for thumbstick
In some circles, it's also informally called a 'thumb joysticks'.
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