Having used my #Moza #AB9 #ffb base for some time now, I can without a doubt say that I can’t go back to using a stick that doesn’t feature force feedback. There’s a lot of intuition you gain through how the stick feel changes with the aircraft that makes the experience of flying that much better.
One of the coolest features is the fact you can experience the simulated feel of your chosen aircraft’s stick. With a traditional cam and spring base, every plane and heli feels the same. With force feedback, almost every plane and heli feels different in ways unique to each one.
If you trim any plane or heli, the stick physically moves to lessen the physical burden on your hand and arm. You know when you’re trimmed correctly because it feels correct, and adjust accordingly throughout the flight to minimize fatigue. That’s something you can’t get with a traditional stick.
I’m glad force feedback is gaining traction in the “mid-range” tier with Moza and soon Winwing and Virpil releasing their own force feedback bases for their sticks. More variety and competition only benefit us flight simmers. I just wish there were even cheaper options so more people can experience this.