hello. im looking for somebody that may already use a joystick and be able to recommend a joystick that works with the game? thanks.

Well, flight joystick or gamepad?

I havent enough experience as far as game pads go, but a Logitech extreme3d flight joystick has worked wonders for me. I use the flightjoy in my right hand, keyboard in the left, and i have set up my tablet to work as footpedals for my PC.

http://www.lexip-gaming.com/en/

This mouse has two separate joysticks built in, making it perfect for 3D applications. BUY BUY BUY BUY BUY BUY BUY BUY BUY

I went from a Saitek X52 to an X56

https://www.logitechg.com/en-gb/space-simulation

C'NB

Logi Extreme 3D Pros work pretty well until the plastic gimbals get sloppy.

microsoft sidewinder 2 force feedback, worth every penny.

great for ksp/flight simulators too!