The Punk Workshop FightStick G01 is reviewed as an exceptionally strong traditional arcade stick for Nintendo Switch 1 and 2, particularly for fighting games such as Street Fighter 6 and Virtua Fighter 5. Although leverless controllers are increasingly common, the reviewer considers this a premium option for players who prefer a conventional joystick and want responsive, tournament-focused controls.

Priced at £225, it uses Punk Workshop’s own lever system and low-profile PWS V1 mechanical buttons, which are described as tactile, quiet and fast to respond. Its expanded button layout supports shortcuts, macros and training-mode functions, while side-mounted controls and a tournament lock reduce accidental presses; the detachable lever can be stored inside the magnetically opened case, which also makes maintenance and modifications easier.