Thursday, June 11th 2015

Logitech G Introduces First Force Feedback Racing Wheel for Xbox One and PC

Logitech, a leading innovator of gaming peripherals, today announced the Logitech G920 Driving Force, its first force feedback racing wheel available for Xbox One, as well as PC, will be available this fall. Built for precision racing and long-lasting reliability, the Logitech G920 Driving Force features Logitech's powerful dual-motor force feedback transmission with anti-backlash helical gearing, hand-stitched leather-wrapped rim, and stainless steel throttle, brake, and clutch pedals. The wheel is also compatible with the optional Driving Force Shifter, a six-speed manual gear stick with push-down reverse. This is the first Logitech racing wheel available for Xbox One.

"The G920 is the wheel fans have been asking for on Xbox One," said Ujesh Desai, general manager of the Logitech gaming business. "We built on our history and legacy of previous generation driving wheels to deliver on a truly immersive experience for Xbox One gamers. I personally can't wait to get behind our new wheel to play Forza Motorsport 6."
"This is great news for all of the Xbox One racing fans who used a Logitech wheel in the past and have been asking for this on our system," said James Hunter, Director of Business and Strategy, Xbox Accessories. "With the release of Forza Motorsport 6 later this fall racing enthusiasts will now have the opportunity to fully immerse themselves in the game with the Logitech G920 Racing Wheel."

Realistic Force Feedback
Engineered with dual-motor force feedback, the Logitech G920 Driving Force realistically simulates the feel of weight shift, road conditions, and tire wear, so you can sense under- or over-steering, traction loss and more. With helical gears modeled after the gearing used in real world car transmissions, you get exceptionally smooth, quiet and precise steering action. Anti-backlash hardware also keeps the wheel and pedal input tight to maximize control.

Durable Design
Built to last, the Logitech G920 Driving Force features solid steel ball bearings in the wheel shaft, anodized aluminum spokes, and stainless steel paddle shifters and pedals. High-quality, hand-stitched leather gives the Logitech G920 Driving Force the look and feel of a high-performance racecar wheel, and ensures a more comfortable and durable user experience. Additionally, built-in clamps and bolt points allow you to securely mount the wheel to a table or racing rig to minimize shifting or wobbling during aggressive maneuvers.

Easy Access to Game Controls
For seamless access to racing controls, the D-Pad, console buttons and semi-automatic paddle shifters are conveniently located on the Logitech G920 Driving Force.

Responsive Pedal Unit
The Logitech G920 Driving Force comes with a separate floor pedal unit that lets you comfortably brake, accelerate and change gears, just as you would in an actual car, and also allows you to maintain a more realistic body position for driving. The nonlinear brake pedal mimics the performance of a pressure-sensitive brake system for a responsive, accurate braking feel. Additionally, the G920 includes a dedicated clutch, so gamers who want to test their abilities can have a truly immersive racing experience.

Optional Driving Force Shifter
Available as an optional add-on, the Driving Force Shifter is a six-speed manual gear stick with push-down reverse. The Driving Force Shifter features quality construction, with a solid steel gear shaft and hand-stitched leather boot and knob cover. Built-in clamps and bolt points also allow the Driving Force Shifter to be mounted securely.

Pricing and Availability
The Logitech G920 Driving Force is expected to be available at global retailers including Amazon, Best Buy and Newegg in the U.S, beginning in October 2015, for a suggested retail price of $399.99. Driving Force Shifter, a six-speed manual gear stick with push-down reverse, is also expected to be available as an optional add-on, for a suggested retail price of $59.99
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20 Comments on Logitech G Introduces First Force Feedback Racing Wheel for Xbox One and PC

#2
INSTG8R
Vanguard Beta Tester
Ferrum MasterWell why it has Playstation logo? xD
That is the G29 that is just for PS4.
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#3
Ferrum Master
Kind of odd looking, the headline says xbone and PC, then those pics.
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#4
newbsandwich
Ferrum MasterKind of odd looking, the headline says xbone and PC, then those pics.
Yeah, would be nice if they would just release a model that works with all consoles and computer.
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#5
THE_EGG
I'm pretty sure it isn't the first....I thought the Thrustmaster TX and Fanatec Clubsport V2 were the first to support Xbone and PC....
newbsandwichYeah, would be nice if they would just release a model that works with all consoles and computer.
I believe Fanatec CSR, GT2 and Clubsport V2 support all consoles and PC. Just be prepared to pay $$$$$$$$$$$$$ though actually not much more than this Logitech (except for the Clubsport one).
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#7
ThE_MaD_ShOt
THE_EGGI'm pretty sure it isn't the first....I thought the Thrustmaster TX and Fanatec Clubsport V2 were the first to support Xbone and PC....

I believe Fanatec CSR, GT2 and Clubsport V2 support all consoles and PC. Just be prepared to pay $$$$$$$$$$$$$ though actually not much more than this Logitech (except for the Clubsport one).
By the title of the thread I was thinking along the lines as you are, this isn't the first force feedback wheel. But I I read the thread it states this is logitech's first force feedback wheel. Hell I have a Microsoft force feed back wheel from back like 1998 in my closet.
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#8
HisDivineOrder
Shame PC users can't choose between the PS and Xbone versions of the wheel. Each one has its advantages and I can't see a reason why the discerning PC gamer couldn't choose his poison.
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#9
natr0n
If Forza ever gets a pc release then we will talk turkey.
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#10
ZoneDymo
natr0nIf Forza ever gets a pc release then we will talk turkey.
Project Cars not enough for you? :P
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#11
Caring1
Ferrum MasterKind of odd looking, the headline says xbone and PC, then those pics.
It's a misleading title, because they released two wheels, one exclusively for the PS4, and the other can be used on a PC as well as the XBONE.
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#12
MxPhenom 216
ASIC Engineer
HisDivineOrderShame PC users can't choose between the PS and Xbone versions of the wheel. Each one has its advantages and I can't see a reason why the discerning PC gamer couldn't choose his poison.
Or if that gamer has both Xbox One and PC race games and wants to be able to have a wheel for all of them.
ZoneDymoProject Cars not enough for you? :p
Please, Project Cars is meh in the realm of racing simulators. Actually its hard for me to call it a simulator.
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#13
THE_EGG
ThE_MaD_ShOtBy the title of the thread I was thinking along the lines as you are, this isn't the first force feedback wheel. But I I read the thread it states this is logitech's first force feedback wheel. Hell I have a Microsoft force feed back wheel from back like 1998 in my closet.
Yeh fair point, reading it again it really just says that it is Logitech's first FF wheel for Xbone and PC. God damn PR department :P
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#14
bubbleawsome
They've had for PC too. This is just the first FF wheel for xbone.
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#15
ZoneDymo
MxPhenom 216Or if that gamer has both Xbox One and PC race games and wants to be able to have a wheel for all of them.



Please, Project Cars is meh in the realm of racing simulators. Actually its hard for me to call it a simulator.
well calling Forza a real simulator is quite a stretch as well tbh
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#16
Unregistered
UHM....not for $399.....when the price hits $99 I might buy it.
#17
AsRock
TPU addict
I stopped buying wheels when most of them just used plastic shaft. Thrustmaster used to do a good one a fair few years ago when they had a steel shaft with a steel nut and when they changed they for ever came loose on me. And for this having steel bearing's, well that's only any good if the housing to them is good metal too which they seem to miss out so going take it that's plastic until proof is shown other wise.
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#18
Prima.Vera
What is the best ff racing wheel out there atm?? I need a solid one with very good game compatibility and stress resistant.
Thank you in advance.
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#19
THE_EGG
Prima.VeraWhat is the best ff racing wheel out there atm?? I need a solid one with very good game compatibility and stress resistant.
Thank you in advance.
IMO Fanatec ClubSport V2. Just make sure you have $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

Otherwise Thrustmaster's T500 or Fanatec's GT2 or CSR are good alternatives if you want to save some cash.
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#20
AsRock
TPU addict
If ya go Thrustmaster make sure your willing to jump though hoops if RMA happens. I had to take pictures and video how ever they let me keep the old device :), and refunding me as they had none in stock.
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