Logitech unveils G PRO direct drive racing wheel and more

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By Ben Wilson
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Tackling the sim racing enthusiast scene with Trueforce feedback and a direct drive mechanism.

Logitech G PRO racing wheel
(Image credit: Logitech)

What you need to know

  • Logitech G has unveiled new sim racing accessories aimed at the high-end enthusiast crowd and esports gamers, with variations for Xbox/PC and PlayStation/PC to be sold exclusively via the official website by the end of September.
  • The $999 Logitech G PRO racing wheel features a direct drive system, bypassing internal gears or belt pulley systems and providing a super smooth response directly from the internal motor and feedback from its Trueforce engine.
  • A companion $349 Logitech G PRO pedal set releases alongside the PRO wheel separately, featuring a fully modular design with customizable pedals and a load cell brake handling up to 100kg of force.

Logitech G, a gaming-focused division of the parent company, today announced three new accessories aimed at the professional sim racing crowd. The Logitech G PRO racing wheel features a high-end direct drive motor and support for the Trueforce feedback engine, allowing for an incredibly responsive and intense simulated driving experience.

Alongside the wheel, Logitech G PRO pedals are designed as a companion set and feature a modular design. A customizable layout allows for the complete removal of individual pedals for semi-automatic racing, and the brake features a load-cell sensor rated for up 100kg of force. Consistency is the primary aim of these high-end pedals, with hall effect sensors on the gas and clutch designed to endure a lifetime of use.

The Logitech G PRO racing wheel has an MSRP set at $999 and the pedals at $349. Both will initially be sold exclusively through the official website and are not intended to replace any existing sim racing peripherals in their lineup. At the launch, the Logitech G website was down and reported a 404 error, but the staff ensured the relevant internal teams had been notified and availability would begin before the end of September 2022.

Playseat Trophy Logitech G PRO edition (Image credit: Logitech | Playseat)

A collaboration with Playseat was also announced, revealing a variation of the Trophy sim cockpit featuring Logitech G PRO branding. The seat is identical to the standard Trophy model and will launch at a $599 MSRP. Sim racing enthusiasts will recognize the name from their previous efforts, like the fantastic Playseat Forza.

Logitech sent out the G PRO racing wheel and pedals to us for testing, so keep your eyes peeled for our in-depth review coming soon. Check our collection of the best racing wheels for Xbox for some comparisons until then if you're a newcomer interested in the sim racing scene.

Ben Wilson
Ben Wilson
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Ben is the channel editor for all things tech-related at Windows Central. That includes PCs, the components inside, and any accessory you can connect to a Windows desktop or Xbox console. Not restricted to one platform, he also has a keen interest in Valve's Steam Deck handheld and the Linux-based operating system inside. Fueling this career with coffee since 2021, you can usually find him behind one screen or another. Find him on Mastodon @trzomb@mastodon.online to ask questions or share opinions.