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Logitech Introduces G29, G920 Racing Wheels For PS3, PS4, Xbox One and PC

Posted by timothy on from the but-can-you-type-with-it? dept.

MojoKid writes: If you're an ardent PC racing fiend, chances are that you either own or have heard of Logitech's G27. The G27 has been a popular gaming peripheral (it supports the PC, PlayStation 2 and PlayStation 3) that not only includes a steering wheel and three pedals (accelerator, brake, clutch), but also a six-speed "H" pattern gearbox. Today, Logitech is finally introducing successors, the G29 Driving Force Racing Wheel and the G920 Driving Force Racing Wheel for PS3 and PS4, as well as PC and Xbox One racers, respectively. Both wheels are equipped with dual-motor force feedback, 900-degree (2.5 turns to lock) steering, helical gearing, and anti-backlash hardware. Logitech is also hoping to impart a premium feel to its new controllers courtesy of a hand-stitched leather wheel, stainless steel paddle shifters, and steel ball bearings to stand up to abuse. Like its predecessor, the G29 and G920 both come with a separate, floor-mounted three-pedal unit to keep your feet busy when blasting around the Nürburgring. Unfortunately, the six-speed shifter unit that used to come standard in the box with the G27 is now an optional accessory. The G29 will be available this July, while the G920 won't arrive at retailers until October.

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  1. Re:$460??? by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 3, Interesting

    The G27 racing wheel, while great, is generally considered "entry level" in terms of cost in the "sim" market. You'll find that flight sim and racing sim enthusiasts often will have payed several thousands of dollars for their gear. That said the people who buy this stuff are not getting their gear for Gran Turismo or Tom Clancy's Hawx but for real sims such as FSX (or X-Plane), DCS World, iRacing, Project Cars and Asseto Corsa.

  2. Fixed by DrYak · · Score: 3, Interesting

    I clicked on TFL (I know! I know!) and saw what looked like a plastic base.

    I don't own this peculiar item, but all the Logitech gaming gear I've used (mostly WingMan joysticks) have a rather heavy-ish metal base, to keep it stable.

    And all the steering wheels I've seen have special attachment to clamp/screw them on the table.

    (See Logitech official page)

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  3. Being a G27 owner by ledow · · Score: 3, Interesting

    So, not being funny - what the hell does this do that you'd want in a steering wheel? Because it looks like nothing more than the same stuff with a cheap controller slapped on. Trust me, if you can afford one of those - even second-hand - you can buy your own damn controller that'll be better than that junk.

    Seriously, the G27 has all that - anti-backlash, helical gearing, etc. and, as pointed out, comes with the six speed shifter as standard too.

    Honestly, Logitech, what the fuck do you think you're selling here?