Wii gets first force feedback wheel from Logitech

by James Ransom-Wiley { Aug 21st 2008 at 3:58PM }

We know what you're thinking: Gawd, another Wii Wheel? But this one actually does something, we promise. Now, why anyone would jump to purchase a $100 peripheral for a $250 console is the real question that needs answering. (Cough, cough.) But if you truly believe that force feedback is necessary to impress your non-gaming friends the next time they come over, then by all means, check out Logitech's "Speed Force Wireless" Wii wheel when it goes on sale in November. (Warning: Not guaranteed to protect against blue shells.)

Gallery: Speed Force Wireless Wheel (Wii)

Tags: force-feedback, logitech, racing-wheel, speed-force-wireless

Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)

Murray @ Aug 21st 2008 4:04PM

My blog covered this so long ago! check it out ouruavisonline.libsyn.com. YOU'VE NEVER HEARD A PODCAST SO GUTBUSTING!

Hafk @ Aug 21st 2008 4:04PM

If your blog is so great, why don't you stay there?

MC Double Def DP @ Aug 21st 2008 4:12PM

that url gave me a headache.

Sora @ Aug 21st 2008 4:04PM

At least it's not MadCatz.

Murray @ Aug 21st 2008 4:06PM

LOL! I like your style hafk you should contribute. NOT.

Moptimus Slime @ Aug 21st 2008 4:09PM

LOL! I like your style Murray you should post more. NOT.

Botting FTL :D

ThornedVenom (Harley Quinn Defense Force) @ Aug 22nd 2008 2:47AM

Wow. I'm sorry, but if that's Murray's sense of humour then I would NOT want to read an entire blog of that kind of writing.

FOXHOUND @ Aug 21st 2008 4:10PM

Does this wheel actually work with MARIO KART?

Granted, the only racing games I liked on the system was that and EXCITE TRUCK thus far... but it's nice to know, should another good racing game come along.

Mr Khan @ Aug 21st 2008 4:15PM

Amusement Vision apparently doesn't exist anymore (thanks to SEGA restructuring), but i'm still eager to see what happens with F-Zero on Wii, after the technical tour-de-force of GX

The only problem is that i can't imagine them hosting 30 simultaneous players. Mario Kart Wii was surprisingly smooth, but i still can't imagine them hosting more than twice the players in a game where smooth speed is as important as F-Zero

Moptimus Slime @ Aug 21st 2008 4:11PM

Another post, another poor troll attempt from Wiley. Just give it up and move on

Neebs @ Aug 21st 2008 4:33PM

bawwww not everyone loves Nintendo with a passion bawww

Moptimus Slime @ Aug 21st 2008 4:36PM

WTF. I can get down with the Nintendo hate from time to time, but Wiley just tries so hard, its almost sad to see him fall flat on his face

Hafk @ Aug 21st 2008 4:12PM

Contribute? All you have done (says your recent posts) is say that you have discussed the topic at hand in your podcast/blog.

Hafk @ Aug 21st 2008 4:16PM

Eh, that was supposed to be a reply.

Anyway. This wheel is something that just seems unnessicary. When playing Mario Kart, I never get a "realistic" vibe. It's more of just a crazy fun action racing game. The Wii Wheel fits the game just fine, and since the first Wii Wheel you get is free, I can't really complain. Most of my friends use gamecube controllers anyway.

Mr Khan @ Aug 21st 2008 4:13PM

Eh, the $90 Balance Board is an investment like the console itself, which is why i never invested. Once there is enough sundry software to meet my interest (more stuff like Kororinpa 2). It's a dumb idea to buy $90 for one product, but it'll appreciate

Also: Blue Shells, as imagined in their current, winged form, are a nuisance to everyone except the guys in 2nd and 3rd place. The guy in 9th place who fires one off is getting absolutely nothing for his trouble, it's the guys who are just behind the poor man in first that reap the rewards, unless they're too too close, then the guy in 4th benefits

Brad Lee @ Aug 24th 2008 2:19PM

$90 can be expensive or it can be a steal, depending on how it's used.

I have Wii Fit and it's the only game my parents have ever played on Wii, and they play it frequently. Between me, my brother, and my parents, it's a rare day indeed when Wii Fit isn't played for more than an hour. I'd say that makes the investment well worth it, especially when it's getting us all some exercise.

Alan @ Aug 21st 2008 4:35PM

This thing looks like it has better paddles than my Driving Force GT. I really wish the Driving Force GT (PS3) had a lap-mount option too.

Immortal Technique PSN: johnnynumber5 @ Aug 21st 2008 4:45PM

lap mount would be nice. However, mine has the table clamps which I find perfect for racing games like GT Prologue. The problem was finding a table without rounded edges that had the perfect height for my stature. The table clamps should be optional or there should be a way to have be lap-able.

nima @ Aug 21st 2008 5:25PM

your mom has...ah nevermind. too easy.

Immortal Technique PSN: johnnynumber5 @ Aug 21st 2008 4:42PM

Logitech force feedback wheels are incredible. I have the gran turismo one (not the brand new one but the previous iteration). This is what the Wii needs. I can't stand flailing the wii wheel around in Mario Kart without that sturdy base.

Bravo!

KobeBryunt @ Aug 21st 2008 5:06PM

What a waste. Is there any racing game worth playing on the Wii that isn't MarioKart. Seems like Logitech is trying to capitalize on the Wii's popularity to sell this overpriced hunk of junk

...Jan... @ Aug 21st 2008 7:07PM

I think the Wii Wheel is perfectly fine. Plus this thing is currently only compatible with 1 game (Need for Speed: Undercover) and uses a USB dongle (Thus not compatible with Wiimote controlled games). I really doubt too many games will support this controller.