Looking to take to the inky black void of space? Thrustmaster's new peripheral combo, the Sol-R 1, is a slick space stick for Star Wars dogfights and more here's whyTech18:00, 19 Mar 2025The Sol-R 1 is an impressive piece of kitPC gamers are a lucky bunch when it comes to peripherals, with a seemingly endless array of mechanical keyboards, headsets, and more to choose from in the quest to add to their immersion.Flight sticks are popular for obvious reasons in that regard, letting players 'strap in' when enjoying Microsoft Flight Simulator, but if you prefer your flight outside of Earth's atmosphere, Thrustmaster has you covered.Article continues belowThe peripheral maker is switching its focus from flight sticks to space sticks with the Sol-R 1, and I've been lucky enough to go hands-on with it here's why it's worth a look.There are an impressive amount of buttons per stickThe Sol-R comes with a base that can attach to Thrustmaster's other sticks, as well as its own stick, with a series of buttons and switches available for just about anything you can think of.I tested the Sol-R 2 Duo pack, which offers two Sol-R 1 sticks that can both be connected to allow for dual stick controls, and was impressed by the sheer volume of inputs afforded.In fact, with a modifier dial, you can find 44 programmable actions on each stick, ranging from buttons, to thumbsticks, and switches.LED Lighting is a nice touchIn my playtime with Elite Dangerous, I was able to switch on my landing gear, redirect power, and read in-game chat with no fuss at all although it did require some time to map the controls how I'd like.Star Wars Squadrons also plays great, and it'll work just as well on traditional flight sims, too making this a great beginner stick that's not too much pricier than the entry level T Flight Hotas One.You can attach other Thrustmaster sticks to the Sol-R baseArticle continues belowSo, if you're looking to take to the skies in your own personal (virtual) spaceship, the Sol-R might be just what you're looking for. It's available to pre-order today, with a single stick available for 159.99. The Space Sim Duo pack, the Sol-R 2, will set you back 299.99.For more on PC gaming, check out SteelSeries' line of 'performance enhancing' mouse pads, and one of the best deals in the Steam Spring Sale 2025.For more of the latest news from the Daily Star, make sure you sign up for one of our newsletters here.