If you're on a budget, then, we'd recommend either the Thrustmaster T150 or the Hori Overdrive wheel for Formula 1 and other racing sims. They're fantastic entry-level wheels that, unlike the Thrustmaster T300 RS, won't cost the earth. Since the default commands are Shift UP (B button) and Shift DOWN (A Button), button's configuration is necessary. There’s a solution, but it’s not cheap. These wheels are actually part of a system – you can get other steering wheels and more advanced pedalboards, the T3PA and the fab T3PA Pro. There’s even a manual gearbox if you want a proper old-school driving feel. Whether Fanatec or Thrustmaster is the better racing wheel brand will ultimately come down to your personal tastes and budget. If the pedals still do not respond, try adjusting the pedal sensitivity and deadzone. To do this, follow the steps below:

Many owners end up wanting to upgrade the pedals after a while too. The pedal caps are metal, but this is really just a basic plastic construction, without the stiffness of a great board or more advanced features like a high-end progressive brake.Since the default setting is "Y button: Shift Up, X button: Shift Down", button reassignment is necessary to operate with the paddle. The pedals aren't great but the wheel itself makes up for it considering the price. I believe you are able to use other pedals with it too, so that could be a minor upgrade later on. They do slide around a bit, so I'd recommend putting something heavy behind them to stop from sliding forward. The flip-out extension for them gives a decent spot to rest your heel with the weight of your foot doing a bit to prevent sliding when moving between brake and gas pedals. Since the default setting is "X button: Shift Up, B button: Shift Down", reassignment is necessary to operate with the paddle.

Since the default setting is "X button: Shift Up, A button: Shift Down", button reassignment is necessary to operate with the paddle. PC Games can be played with software that supports the XInput Game Controller API on Microsoft Windows.) Like others on this list, Hori offers two different wheels depending on the platform you're playing on. While the Hori Apex is for PS4, the Hori Overdrive is for Xbox One. Several of the buttons can also be remapped: the pedals and the buttons on the wheel itself. This means you can play a game without the pedals if you like, making those L/R buttons the accelerator and brake. It might not be a bad idea for ultra-arcadey racers. First, the G29 is more affordable than the direct Thrustmaster alternatives, the T300 series wheels. The quality of the wheel itself is great too.There’s a metal core and leather stitched over the parts your hands grip.

Firmware Updates

As a result, the Hori is also much lighter than any other wheel here. You’ll still need something to clamp it to, but this is the one wheel here that won’t seem hard done by if it’s not treated to a proper frame or wheel stand. Turn the steering wheel fully left and right. Repeat this process each time you connect or restart the console.

The exterior of the steering wheel part itself is also all-plastic, without the metal parts that make these wheels seem a bit less toy-like. There's still sports car-like metal spoke shifters behind the wheel, though. It offers a less smooth feel to the rotation of the wheel than a belt-driven system, used by Thustmaster’s mid-range-and-up models, or the high-end direct drive style Fanatec now offers even in its base product, the Fanatec CSL DD. Los pedales son igual relativamente simples, de plástico, y considero que necesitan de algo para mantenerlos en su lugar mientras se estén utilizando. También recomendaría que se utilice la abrazadera en lugar de las ventosas para mantener el volante fijo.

Troubleshooting/FAQ

Racing Wheels with any lot numbers outside this scope have already been updated, so it is not necessary to do the update process. HORI brings the best in build-quality, customization options and authentic racing simulation with the Racing Wheel APEX. HORI's design team has brought all the features and quality of a full-size racing wheel at an affordable price. Massive 270 degree turn-ratio - Completely programmable & adjustable – PS5, PS4 & PC compatible. The Racing Wheel APEX clamps securely to your table or racing wheel stand with sturdy clamps and steel parts. The full-size pedals are built to last. Change from 270 degree to 180 degree turn ratio on the fly and fine tune other settings such as dead zone, pedal sensitivity and more. Cross the finish line with the all new RWA: Racing Wheel APEX for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and PC. Officially licensed by Sony. El volante es reconocido como un control X-input en PC; como si fuera un control de Xbox One o PS4. Por lo que funcionará con cualquier juego con soporte para este tipo de mandos. En PS3 también es reconocido como un control más de la plataforma, entiendo que en PS4 es un caso similar.

Some games don’t feel right until you’ve tinkered with the settings, either. Where the most popular wheels are often recognised by games, switching automatically to a profile to suit, some fiddling will be required with some games here. That said, DriveClub and Project Cars work just fine. It's still a healthy level-up that makes the Logitech G923 perfect for PS5, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. But it's just as happy with the Xbox One, PS4 or PC. Make sure you buy the right version, though. There are separate versions for Sony and Microsoft consoles, and both types have the same "G923" name this time around.

Since in PS5-N (normal mode) the default setting is "X button: Shift Up, □ button: Shift Down", reassignment is necessary to operate with the paddle. Since the game default operation is "Shift UP: A button" and "Shift DOWN: X button", If you want to operate with a paddle, you need to change the button. Since the default setting is " × button: Shift Up, 〇 button: Shift Down", button reassignment is necessary to operate with the paddle.