VKB Gladiator NXT EVO F-14 Combat Edition
Our Take
A specialized variant of the Gladiator base featuring an authentic, simplified replica grip of the F-14 Tomcat stick that is highly immersive for historic navy jet pilots but less versatile for modern spacecraft.
Sensor TechMaRS contactless
Control axes5
Buttons7+
Hats1
Encoders2
Switches1
Ministicks0
Ruddertwist
OtherDLC thumbwheel; linear throttle slider
Notes
Supplied breakdown identifies 4 tactile buttons + dual-stage trigger + 2 base buttons = at least 7 push controls, plus one weapon selector switch and two rotary encoders.
MyFlaps input count Our normalized assessment of the effective number of distinct physical controls available on this product, including buttons, switches, knobs, axes and similar inputs. It is intended to allow meaningful comparison across models rather than serve as a precise manufacturer specification.21+
PlatformPC Only (DirectInput configuration profiles with onboard profile storage)