Logitech G29 Driving Force Racing Wheel and Floor Pedals, Real Force Feedback, Stainless Steel Paddle Shifters, Leather Steering Wheel Cover for PS5, PS4, PC, Mac, Black

Bought for £199. Such great value for money, the wheel itself is so responsive and makes for such a great home sim when partnered with the pedals, VR2 and racing seat.

After several months of using the Logitech G29 Driving Force Racing Wheel and Floor Pedals, I’m ready to share my thoughts on its performance, build quality, and overall gaming experience.Build Quality and DesignThe Logitech G29 boasts exceptional build quality. The wheel is wrapped in high-quality leather, providing a comfortable and realistic grip. The stainless steel paddle shifters and pedals add to the premium feel and durability. The overall design is sleek and professional, mimicking the look of a real racing car setup.Force FeedbackOne of the standout features of the G29 is its realistic force feedback. The dual-motor force feedback system provides a true-to-life driving experience, simulating the feel of various terrains and the effects of understeer and oversteer. This level of feedback adds a layer of immersion that significantly enhances the overall racing experience.PedalsThe floor pedal unit is sturdy and well-designed, featuring three pedals: accelerator, brake, and clutch. The brake pedal has a progressive resistance system, mimicking the feel of a real car brake pedal. This feature provides better control and a more realistic driving experience. The pedals are responsive and durable, able to withstand rigorous use.CompatibilityThe G29 is compatible with PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, and PC, making it a versatile option for gamers across different platforms. Setting up the wheel is straightforward, with easy-to-follow instructions and software that is user-friendly. The compatibility with popular racing games like Gran Turismo, Assetto Corsa, and Project CARS ensures that you can enjoy a wide range of racing titles.Controls and FeaturesThe wheel itself is equipped with a variety of controls, including buttons, a D-pad, and a rotary dial, all within easy reach. These controls allow for quick adjustments without taking your hands off the wheel. The LED indicator lights for RPM shift timing add a professional touch, helping you to optimize gear changes.Mounting and StabilityThe G29 comes with sturdy clamps that ensure the wheel stays firmly attached to your desk or racing rig, even during intense gameplay. The non-slip rubber feet and carpet grip system for the pedal unit also contribute to a stable gaming experience, preventing unwanted movement.Value for MoneyConsidering its high-quality construction, realistic feedback, and wide compatibility, the Logitech G29 offers excellent value for money. It’s priced competitively compared to other high-end racing wheels, making it a worthwhile investment for serious racing enthusiasts.Overall ImpressionsOverall, the Logitech G29 Driving Force Racing Wheel and Floor Pedals deliver a top-tier racing experience. The combination of realistic force feedback, high-quality materials, and thoughtful design features makes it a standout choice for both casual gamers and hardcore racing fans. While it is an investment, the immersive experience it provides is well worth the price. If you’re looking to take your racing games to the next level, the G29 is an excellent choice.

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First of all, yes Logitech did the dirty claiming that PS4 compatibility relied on some mythical ‘chip’ that only the G29 had and their older wheels couldn’t provide. Project CARS debunked that by supporting many wheels that didn’t contain said ‘chip’. However, dodgy company ethics and lack of trust aside, this is a review of a product, not a company, so with that out of the way, here we go….Credentials - I’ve had an improbably high number of racing wheels over the years, from the brittle Madcatz wheels of the PSX era, a gameport connection Microsoft Sidewinder for GP Legends on the PC, a number of Logitech wheels, Xbox 360 efforts and most recently, a Fanatec GT3 RS with Clubsport V2 pedals. I love my racing games from arcade titles such as the (now) excellent Driveclub to the semi-sim Forza and Gran Turismo titles right through to the more simulator(y) rFactor 2, Assetto Corsa, Dirt Rally and Project CARS.Why did I buy a G29 - The Fanatec gear is a level up in terms of hardware technology without doubt. However, my GT3 RS wheel was, to be honest, a needy screaming child of a peripheral. During two years of ownership, I’ve had to fettle, replace, reset, clean and, most memorably, resolder microswitches. It was a nightmare of ownership. The pedals, while works of art, were occasionally troublesome also. Roll forward to the last few weeks, and a rigorous stage of Dirt Rally resulted in a loud crack of snapping plastic and a number of plastic fragments exiting the wheelbase. This coupled with the failure of a few more microswitches meant it was time to call it quits. The G29 came up at what I consider a decent price-point a few days later. That’s fate I guess.And so to the Logitech - First impressions are unsurprisingly similar to my old G25 setup, albeit minus the H-shifter. The plastics are cheap and greasy looking, but robust. The buttons and contact points feel solid and likely to outlast me. The leather feels good and makes your hands smell a bit funny initially.There is no extraneous give or slack in anything. It looks a little more toy-like than other wheels, but the extravagant number of switches, rockers, dials and lights are worth the fussy looks - more on those next.The wheel - Buttons! Buttons everywhere!! But, while initially overwhelming, you soon find out how much flexibility they give you. The rotary dial is satisfying to click around and is superb for adjusting brake balances on the fly during a qualifier in Project CARS. On PC, it means you can map more controls than ever before to the wheel rather than having to flail at the keyboard during a crucial moment. PS4 compatibility is superb (let’s be honest, it blinking well ought to be), giving you the full compliment of buttons to navigate the PS dashboard.The only missing features compared to the Dual Shock controllers are the touch-pad, the speaker and the headphone jack (a shame). Otherwise, you can leave your gamepads in their charging dock and happily use the wheel.The change lights are a nice touch, although if you have a more upright seating arrangement as I do, it tends to be out of your eye-line. A more laid back setup, such as a Playseat would make them a valuable asset however.The feedback from the wheel is pretty good. Coming from a belt-driven Fanatec wheel, it initially felt a little granular - hardly surprising as it uses a gear-drive. But that has proven to not be a total step back. The wheel itself feels a lot more precise than the Fanatec. There’s no slack in the turn at all and road-positioning is a totally new level. Lap times did tumble after a very short learning curve, mostly due to the sheer consistency of the wheel movement. The Fanatec, despite a better resolution, optical sensor and a more powerful motor always seemed to be a step behind - wandery and more aloof. The G29 has turned spiky handling games into smooth joyous experiences.The Pedals - Ok, they’re not going to better a set of £250 Clubsport V2’s, but consider that they come bundled with a wheel for a lot less than £200 and they are not too shabby. The only difference to the ones on the G25 is the brake pedal which now has some resistance. This saves having to modify it like previous Logitech pedals (memories of finding the right springiness of squash ball spring to mind). It’s a cheap update, but it works very well. While only low resolution, all pedals feels responsive and easily modulated. One other advantage is that you won’t have to clean the sensors every couple of minutes (cough Clubsports….)Compatibility - As mentioned, the G29 works with the PS4 superbly and I really mean that. Not having to power on a gamepad to be able to switch the console off or access the dashboard is fantastic. In terms of games, Project CARS was made to work with the wheel and it shows, with the default control scheme being spot on. Driveclub is also well setup for painless ease of use. Moving across to the PC and most modern racers support the wheel out-of-the-box after installing the Logitech driver software. All positive.Conclusion - Ignore the money-grabbing Lgotech ethics and what you have is a superb but undeniably old-school wheel. That’s not a bad thing as judging by the old Drive Force wheel I have in the loft, it’s likely to be with cockroaches and Nissan Micra’s in being capable of surviving a nuclear apocalypse.Coming from the Fanatec fold, I’ll take that as a worthy upgrade.

Bought this for my PS5 to play Gran Turismo 7 and it’s been brilliant. The force feedback is very realistic, the leather wheel feels premium, and the pedals are solid and responsive. Makes racing feel much more immersive. Well worth it for any driving game fan!