x360 official wireless steering wheel
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x360 official wireless steering wheel
Anyone got this?
Any (excuse the pun) feedback?
Seriously considering this what with my current addiction to tdu plus forza around the corner (again excuse the pun).
I have the driving force pro 900 degree for the PC, how does it compare?
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Any (excuse the pun) feedback?
Seriously considering this what with my current addiction to tdu plus forza around the corner (again excuse the pun).
I have the driving force pro 900 degree for the PC, how does it compare?
Thanks
Ed
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Not used one myself, but there are damn sexy.
However, there are a couple of issues
(i)Despite being wireless, to get full force feedback, you need to have it plugged into the mains.
(ii)Apparantly there is a problem when you connect 2 wheels to the same machine (not sure if this is likely to affect you)
Other than that, apparantly they are aces.
However, there are a couple of issues
(i)Despite being wireless, to get full force feedback, you need to have it plugged into the mains.
(ii)Apparantly there is a problem when you connect 2 wheels to the same machine (not sure if this is likely to affect you)
Other than that, apparantly they are aces.
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I got one for Christmas from the other half, no idea how she knew I wanted one
A couple of mates and myself participated in some drunk driving PGR3 (force feedback edition comes bundled) last night and its excellent. Great feedback over the rumble strips Takes a lot of getting used to, but if you've used a PC wheel you'll know what to expect.
Bit fiddly to set up as mentioned above, but no different to any other I guess. Mains power cable, link cable to pedals and table clamp. Its certainly well made and very solid feeling plus the bonus is it doesn't need to be connected to the console too.
We tried it with TDU as well but it didn't feel quite right, very little feedback so I'm not sure if I had it configured correctly for that game.
Highly recommended though.
A couple of mates and myself participated in some drunk driving PGR3 (force feedback edition comes bundled) last night and its excellent. Great feedback over the rumble strips Takes a lot of getting used to, but if you've used a PC wheel you'll know what to expect.
Bit fiddly to set up as mentioned above, but no different to any other I guess. Mains power cable, link cable to pedals and table clamp. Its certainly well made and very solid feeling plus the bonus is it doesn't need to be connected to the console too.
We tried it with TDU as well but it didn't feel quite right, very little feedback so I'm not sure if I had it configured correctly for that game.
Highly recommended though.
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Thanks, those replies just about do it!
Seems worthwhile for forza 2 alone. Did you find it helped stop you spinning out on steep bumpy roads on tdu having more control on inputs? Do you drive with all aids off?
Seems worthwhile for forza 2 alone. Did you find it helped stop you spinning out on steep bumpy roads on tdu having more control on inputs? Do you drive with all aids off?
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ouch - £90.
To be expected I guess, frustrating though having already spent that recently on the driving force pro.
Let's hope the latter works with PS3.
To be expected I guess, frustrating though having already spent that recently on the driving force pro.
Let's hope the latter works with PS3.
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What I am getting at is that for TDU or PGR3, I am completely used to pad control, If I tried to use a wheel I reckon I would struggle. However, for Forza 2, I will start off with the wheel and will probably be pretty much unbeatable
Overall I would say it is easier with a wheel, because the finer control is that much better due to the minute movement you have to make on a pad is translated to a quarter turn on a wheel if you see what I mean.
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Thats bundled with the FF version of PGR3 as far as I know - Not sure if they plan to do a stand alone version. I am waiting for Forza 2 before I buy the inevitable wheel/forza bundle.
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I was looking at the wheel today and nearly got it but had a couple of questions to raise.
1.So if its wireless does it have a battery pack like whats on the controllers and can you use a plug and play kit.
2. i take it has a lead to the pedals, would of liked this to be wireless too.
3. Can it be made compatible with a PC so i can play GTR2 ( I tried to get my 360 controller to work with the pc by downloading software but can't get it to work)
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1.So if its wireless does it have a battery pack like whats on the controllers and can you use a plug and play kit.
2. i take it has a lead to the pedals, would of liked this to be wireless too.
3. Can it be made compatible with a PC so i can play GTR2 ( I tried to get my 360 controller to work with the pc by downloading software but can't get it to work)
Thanks
Scott
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My main problem with TDU is that I hate using the analogue shoulder triggers to accelerate and brake, not only do I find the right analog stick much more accurate and intuitive (although of course it does mean you cannot ' left foot brake') I also have a long history of rsi, and using the shoulder triggers really aggravates after a while!
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I was looking at the wheel today and nearly got it but had a couple of questions to raise.
1.So if its wireless does it have a battery pack like whats on the controllers and can you use a plug and play kit.
2. i take it has a lead to the pedals, would of liked this to bw wireless too.
3. Can it be made compatible with a PC so i can play GTR2 ( I tried to get my 360 controller to work with the pc by downloading software but can't get it to work)
Thanks
Scott
1.So if its wireless does it have a battery pack like whats on the controllers and can you use a plug and play kit.
2. i take it has a lead to the pedals, would of liked this to bw wireless too.
3. Can it be made compatible with a PC so i can play GTR2 ( I tried to get my 360 controller to work with the pc by downloading software but can't get it to work)
Thanks
Scott
2. Yes a thin cable with RJ11 type plugs on the end.
3. Yes you can use it on your PC with this: Xbox.com | Accessories - Xbox 360 Wireless Gaming Receiver for Windows
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1. Yes, it comes with a battery pack which fits in the side, same as usual controller battery pack.
2. Yes a thin cable with RJ11 type plugs on the end.
3. Yes you can use it on your PC with this: Xbox.com | Accessories - Xbox 360 Wireless Gaming Receiver for Windows
2. Yes a thin cable with RJ11 type plugs on the end.
3. Yes you can use it on your PC with this: Xbox.com | Accessories - Xbox 360 Wireless Gaming Receiver for Windows
Thanks mate
Just looked at game and receiver is not out until middle of Feb (this country anyway)
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1. Yes, it comes with a battery pack which fits in the side, same as usual controller battery pack.
2. Yes a thin cable with RJ11 type plugs on the end.
3. Yes you can use it on your PC with this: Xbox.com | Accessories - Xbox 360 Wireless Gaming Receiver for Windows
2. Yes a thin cable with RJ11 type plugs on the end.
3. Yes you can use it on your PC with this: Xbox.com | Accessories - Xbox 360 Wireless Gaming Receiver for Windows
Thanks mate
Just looked at game and receiver is not out until middle of Feb (this country anyway)
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There's always this one too if you don't fancy the MS one.
Gameplay » Xbox 360 » Logitech Xbox 360 Driving Race FX Steering Wheel - FREE UK Delivery
Gameplay » Xbox 360 » Logitech Xbox 360 Driving Race FX Steering Wheel - FREE UK Delivery
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. . and of course this one which looks utter turd.
http://shop.gameplay.co.uk/webstore/productpage.asp?productcode=XT0052&title=joytech_n itro_racing_wheel_
http://shop.gameplay.co.uk/webstore/productpage.asp?productcode=XT0052&title=joytech_n itro_racing_wheel_
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Sad thing is there is no reason they couldn't update it for all previous owners via a dashboard update for the title.
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I have just bought one today , also considered the logitech one but plumped for the official one.. i cant wait to give it a go this weekend, it looks and feels the business..
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Right, got mine. set it up, put the disc in and it just plays project gotham straight away and will not load the drivers with an update. So it sort of works but not properly
What now??? have i got a disc with no drivers
What now??? have i got a disc with no drivers
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What doesn't work properly ? There's no update as such, the copy of PGR3 game is already patched with the drivers.
Still waiting for the FF update for TDU Patch 3 is supposed to contain the added FF support and Hardcore mode. Edcase, can you get any work from your man in the know ?
Still waiting for the FF update for TDU Patch 3 is supposed to contain the added FF support and Hardcore mode. Edcase, can you get any work from your man in the know ?
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Basically, i go into controller options and set it up for wheel A, (its even worse if i don't do this)
1: to start with i can't scroll through my cars in my garage, not a single button will move them
2: when driving its just wierd, throttle only has about 25% power. Steering works fine, gears don't work, when i come to a complete stop i can't set off again even though it says i'm in 1st gear
Its so far out that the drivers just can't be installed
1: to start with i can't scroll through my cars in my garage, not a single button will move them
2: when driving its just wierd, throttle only has about 25% power. Steering works fine, gears don't work, when i come to a complete stop i can't set off again even though it says i'm in 1st gear
Its so far out that the drivers just can't be installed
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Sounds odd. I'm not near mine at the moment but can have a look later.
Do the pedals scroll through the cars ? They're the trigger equivalent.
Mines still set on Auto gears at the moment, so my paddles change the view.
Do the pedals scroll through the cars ? They're the trigger equivalent.
Mines still set on Auto gears at the moment, so my paddles change the view.
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Good idea, I think I will wait, as you say that it's inevitable.
My main problem with TDU is that I hate using the analogue shoulder triggers to accelerate and brake, not only do I find the right analog stick much more accurate and intuitive (although of course it does mean you cannot ' left foot brake') I also have a long history of rsi, and using the shoulder triggers really aggravates after a while!
My main problem with TDU is that I hate using the analogue shoulder triggers to accelerate and brake, not only do I find the right analog stick much more accurate and intuitive (although of course it does mean you cannot ' left foot brake') I also have a long history of rsi, and using the shoulder triggers really aggravates after a while!
Coming from a PS background, I always have the buttons as accel/brake, and the triggers as gear change. Never been able to get on with the triggers for movement on the xbox or 360.