So what's the preferred controller for this game?
Gampad or fight stick?
Depends on what you prefer: Gamepad or fightstick.
the answer you get will depend on what the person who answers favors.
For example, I play on a stick, so I say stick.

This game is legit. Feels great. Played a few online matches and they were flawless.
Biggest complaint right now is the number of characters.