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Racing fans are eager to get their hands on the upcoming sixth instalment of Forza Horizon this May.
In the meantime, players can hone their racing skills by practicing with the Turtle Beach VelocityOne Race KD3 Wheel and Pedal system for Xbox and PC, which is currently on sale for $274.99 at Best Buy.
Why buy this Racing Wheel for Xbox?
Turtle Beach is a relative newcomer when it comes to racing wheel controllers compared to veterans like Logitech, Thrustmaster, and Fanatec.
Yet Turtle Beach is quickly gaining its stride, as its most recent offering, the VelocityOne KD3 Wheel and Pedal system, is a vast improvement over the original VelocityOne Wheel Pedal System, which we gave a 3.5/5 star review to.
The KD3 variant features nice-feeling yet sturdy ergonomics for its steering wheel and pedals, satisfying feedback when racing in-game thanks to its 3.2Nm force-feedback motor, and extremely responsive controls fitting for its $449.99 MSRP.
However, there are a few drawbacks to consider. The VelocityOne KD3's buttons can feel a little cheap, it has slightly muted feedback on higher torque settings and a smaller ecosystem for accessories, upgrade paths, and wheel options compared to the competition.
Not to mention, this wheel and pedal system has a somewhat pricy MSRP of $449.99. Thankfully, this last problem has been resolved by 39% as it's now on sale for $274.99 at Best Buy.
So, if you want to experience Forza Horizon 6 and other Xbox and PC racing games with an affordable and reliable mid-range steering wheel and pedals, then we recommend taking the VelocityOne KD3 out for a spin.
Alternative discounts
If Best Buy's discount expires or runs out of stock, here are some alternative discount options you can use as back-ups.
- $274.99 at Amazon (was $449.99)
- $274.99 at Walmart (was $274.99)
FAQ
What platforms is it compatible with?
It's compatible with Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows PC.
Does it require the VelocityOne Tuner app?
While the Velocity Race KD3 Wheel and Pedal system doesn't need the VelocityOne Tuner app for basic functions, it does need it for receiving firmware updates, adjusting Force Feedback strength, and remapping its controls.
What is "wheel oscillation" and how do I fix it if happens?
Some units of the Velocity Race KD3 Wheel and Pedal system's 3.2Nm motor run the risk of "wheel oscillation", which causes rapid, unintentional, side-to-side rocking of the steering when the wheel is held lightly.
To fix this, you will need to adjust the controller's damping settings via the VelocityOne Tuner app or in-game.
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