Thrustmaster SimTask FarmStick multifunctional joystick for farming (PS5 & PC)

What it’s for

If you play Farming Simulator on a gamepad most of the time, the SimTask FarmStick is the sort of upgrade that makes machinery feel more “in control”. On paper, it’s a multifunctional stick built to sit alongside your steering setup and give you hands-on controls for tractors, implements and other in-game equipment.

It’s not trying to replace everything. Instead, it’s designed to add extra direct inputs—so you’re not constantly taking your hand off the wheel or hunting through menus.

The controls you actually get

This stick is packed with inputs for farming workflows: 6 buttons, a thumbwheel, a mini-stick, 2 rocker switches and 2 triggers. It also includes a hand throttle element, plus up to 33 action buttons mentioned for controlling different types of machinery.

Where it becomes more than “just another joystick” is the way the inputs are laid out for mixed tasks: steering and throttle in one place, plus switches and triggers that you can map to common actions like operating different functions. The mini-stick and thumbwheel setup can be handy when you want fine adjustments without clicking through options.

Precision and the H.E.A.R.T sensor approach

Thrustmaster highlights H.E.A.R.T (HallEffect AccuRate Technology) magnetic sensors. In real-world terms, that usually translates to more consistent sensing over time compared with older style potentiometer wear—so if you care about repeatable inputs for calibration-heavy gameplay, it’s a sensible direction.

That said, if your priority is purely “more buttons for less money”, you may find simpler sticks meet basic needs. This one leans more into precision and dedicated farming control.

Ambidextrous design and how you can use it

The FarmStick is described as ambidextrous, meaning it can be used with a racing wheel (sold separately), or potentially run as two joysticks at the same time depending on your setup.

This flexibility is useful if you already have a wheel/pedals system and want this to complement it. If you don’t have a compatible racing wheel yet, you’ll need to plan around how you physically want it positioned.

Important PS5 compatibility note

On PS5, the SimTask FarmStick is only compatible with Farming Simulator 25 and must be used with a steering wheel. That limitation matters—if you’re on PS5 and you don’t already use a steering wheel for your setup, this may not fit your current setup.

On PC, the description states support more generally for PC, but the details given here are about the PS5 restriction, so it’s still worth double-checking that your exact game/version matches what you want.

What to consider before buying

It’s easy to see why this appeals to people who play a lot of farm sim and want dedicated, hands-on controls. Still, there are a couple of practical “depends”:

• If you don’t use a steering wheel, especially on PS5, this may not deliver the full idea of the setup.
• If you mainly want a few extra buttons, the added complexity (thumbwheel, mini-stick, rocker switches, triggers) may be more than you need.

A useful micro-example: you’re switching between loader operations and rear implement controls. With mapped triggers/rockers and the hand-throttle-style control, you can adjust and activate without reaching back to a keyboard or cycling on-screen options every time.

Mini FAQ

FAQ: SimTask FarmStick

Does it work on PS5? Yes, but on PS5 it’s only compatible with Farming Simulator 25, and it must be used with a steering wheel.

What kinds of controls does it include? It has 6 buttons, a thumbwheel, a mini-stick, 2 rocker switches, and 2 triggers, plus a hand throttle and up to 33 action buttons mentioned.

Is it precise enough for farming games? Thrustmaster states H.E.A.R.T magnetic sensors for accurate sensing, which should suit players who want consistent inputs.

Can it be used in different positions? The ambidextrous design is meant to support using it with a racing wheel or potentially two-joystick use, but your physical setup will matter.

Is it worth it?

Worth buying if you’re playing Farming Simulator 25/that style of farming gameplay regularly and you want dedicated hardware controls for machinery—particularly if you already use (or plan to use) a steering wheel. The combo of mixed switches, triggers, thumbwheel and mini-stick feels tailored to the kind of repetitive operations you do on tractors and attachments.

It’s not the best match if you’re on PS5 without a steering wheel, or if you only need a basic “extra buttons” boost. In that case, this might feel like effort you don’t get full value from. If you’re the type of player who likes direct, repeatable control setups, it’s a strong, farming-focused add-on, if you don’t, you may be better off with something simpler.