Thrustmaster Ferrari 458

The Thrustmaster Ferrari 458 Spider Racing Wheel is a gaming accessory that is officially licensed for Xbox One and compatible with Xbox Series X|S. It comes with all the necessary cables and connectors for plug-and-play functionality and is also compatible with PC. The wheel is designed to work seamlessly with a variety of racing games, including Forza, Forza Horizon, and F1 2021 on Xbox.

For PlayStation users, there is a different wheel, the T80 Ferrari 488 GTB Edition, which retails for the same price and is compatible with PlayStation and PC. According to ocsimracing. com, this wheel has the same internal mechanism as the Thrustmaster Ferrari 458 Spider Racing Wheel.

Overall, the Thrustmaster Ferrari 458 Spider Racing Wheel is a great choice for Xbox One and PC gamers who are looking for a high-quality racing wheel that is easy to set up and use.

The Thrustmaster Ferrari 458 Racing Wheel has a force feedback system that provides a more immersive and realistic driving experience. It allows you to feel the car's suspension movement, bumps on the road, and changes in grip more clearly and at an earlier stage.

The steering response is faster and more direct, and the force feedback is felt almost throughout the whole range of wheels turning range. However, it's important to note that the Thrustmaster Ferrari 458 Spider wheel does not have force feedback. The Thrustmaster Ferrari 458 Racing Wheel is a great choice for those who want a more realistic driving experience and want to feel the car's movements and changes in grip.

It is also a good option for those who want a faster and more direct steering response. However, if force feedback is a must-have feature, then the Thrustmaster Ferrari 458 Spider wheel may not be the best choice.

The pedals on the Thrustmaster Ferrari 458 Racing Wheel are adjustable and feature progressive resistance on the brake pedal to provide a realistic feel. The gas and brake pedals are made of metal, while the base is made of light plastic according to some reviews, while others state that the pedals are entirely made of plastic.

The quality of the pedals is not the best, but they are functional and provide a basic and functional gaming experience for newcomers to simracing. However, for serious simracers, it is recommended to upgrade to better pedals. The Thrustmaster Ferrari 458 Racing Wheel comes with a 2-pedal set, and there are no additional features or accessories available for the pedals on this particular wheel.

For a more immersive driving experience, Thrustmaster offers other racing wheel options with more advanced pedal sets that include a clutch pedal and/or a 3-pedal set, such as the T150 Pro or the T300 RS GT. Overall, the Thrustmaster Ferrari 458 Racing Wheel with its adjustable and progressive resistance brake pedal is a good starting point for newcomers to simracing who want a basic and functional gaming experience.

The Thrustmaster Ferrari 458 Racing Wheel is primarily made of plastic, with some parts made of aluminum. The touch points on the wheel are not very durable, but the red rubber on the sides of the wheel feels very grippy and nice to hold on to. The wheel feels fairly rigid to the touch and is a lot smaller at only 28cm in diameter because it is a 7:10 replica of the Ferrari 458 wheel.

Overall, the wheel feels nice and sturdy, but may not be suitable for heavy use or rough handling. It is recommended for casual gamers or those who use it for occasional racing simulations.

The Thrustmaster Ferrari 458 Spider Racing Wheel has a comprehensive button layout, including 9 action buttons, 1 Manettino dial, 1 D-pad, 1 Xbox Guide button, and 1 pairing detection LED for Kinect. The buttons are programmable and the wheel also features two red motorsport-style textured rubber grips, 2 Up and Down sequential paddle shifters made of 100% metal, and adjustable steering sensitivity.

The buttons are decently accessible and user-friendly, but not exceptional considering the price point of the wheel. This product is suitable for beginners who are just starting out with sim racing and want a comprehensive set of controls for all driving actions.