My son wants to try racing games. He has a gaming laptop, PS4 and PS5 connected to a gaming monitor and just bought a gaming desk (I know it's a gimmick, but his mum paid for it). We were wondering if Racing Wheel Controllers can be purchased and used without foot pedals, as he is wheelchair bound and can't use his feet. Any advice on usability and maybe PC or PS5/4 games that might be played at a basic level for someone with slightly reduced motor skills?
Question on Racing Wheels for PS5/4 or PC
bigpallooka on 14/07/2022 - 00:52
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Good advice for OP, but only other issue is that buttons may a bit far for a child's hands. Ie. While holding the wheel, he might not be able to reach any buttons at the centre mast or indeed the shifters.
I haven't used this wheel, but something with buttons on the wheel rim may assist.
Thanks to Hybrid and Porker for the advice. My son is an adult, but he does have small hands, so both pieces of advice are relevant and helpful.
@bigpallooka Apologies, I assumed a child and said so in my post. Didn't mean any offence
@Porker: None taken. I didn't realise it was relevant, so I didn't say. He has 2 options he can look at now.
Pretty good point there but note that unit may not work on PS5. Not all racing wheels do unfortunately hence specifically mentioned the HORI and G29 which are confirmed to work.
There are many wheels with different features and price. It really depends if this is a "fad" or if he is serious. You don't want to spend $300 on something that he will want to upgrade only a few months later. Similarly, you dont want to spend $2000 on something that he won't use.
The main brands are Logitech, Thrustmaster and then moving up something like Fantec. Take a look at their web sites for what they offer any prices.
I also suggest looking out for places that may allow you to touch, feel and maybe use them. Places such as the https://www.gamesmen.com.au/I also found this place which helped me decide on the seat and wheel. They have a store in Westfield with most of the wheels and seats set up and allow you to touch, feel and use them. https://clutchkick.com.au/
Thanks for your thoughts and advice. He's been a gamer since he was a kid, even though he has limitations. Unfortunately, we live in regional Qld, so access to in-store displays is limited to a $599 Thrustmaster unit at the local JB Hi Fi. I haven't played many games since Microsoft Hellbender with a joystick around 2000, so I'm glad to have any advice.
hey OP the thrustmaster sf1000 f1 wheel has a setting where you can set the analog clutch paddles that are on both sides of the wheel to brake for the left clutch paddle and gas for the right clutch paddle by selecting the phase p1 setting on the wheel, you'll also need to get a wheelbase for it though. fairly pricey tho
https://support.thrustmaster.com/en/product/ferrarisf1000add… for the button mappingsthere may be other options but i know this one works with the two clutch paddles for sure because i have had to use it myself when one of my cats thought it was a good ideal to sit behind my brake pedal during a online league race >_<
Yes you certainly can play a racing wheel without pedals. You can remap the buttons to whatever is suitable.
A reasonable budget option is the HORI Racing Wheel Apex which works on all three PS5, PS4 and PC.
https://www.amazon.com.au/HORI-Racing-Wheel-Apex-PS5/dp/B09P…
Note the compatible game list here: https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71y+XzS+3hL.AC_SL1500.jpg
A Logitech G29 would be the next step up but not worth the premium without pedals and additional add-on shifter unit.