3/30/2012

Wireless Force Feedback Racing Wheel for XBox 360


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Rating: 3.0

List Price : $255.00 Price : $205.00
Wireless Force Feedback Racing Wheel for XBox 360

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Wireless Force Feedback Racing Wheel with Vibration Technology for Xbox 360Experience every jolt, bump and shudder with Mad Catz' officially licensed Wireless Force Feedback Racing Wheel for Xbox 360. Force feedback makes the wheel come alive as you feel each and every nuance of the road. Rev up the throttle and when the tires start to slip, powerful rumble technology kicks in to provide the response needed to make race-critical adjustments. Complete with a sequential stick shift and true-to-life gas and brake pedals, all the intensity of a race comes to the comfort of your home and shifts your next-generation racing into top gear.


  • Force Feedback Provides Realistic Resistance. Just like in a real car, the wheel reacts to what is happening on the racetrack and provides resistance when you turn. Enhance your gaming performance as you get in tune with the road.
  • Feel the Game with Vibration Technology. Feel what's happening whenever your vehicle takes damage or changes terrain. Drive over the racetrack's edge or trade paint with the competition and Vibration Technology kicks in to enhance realism.
  • Upgradeable Firmware via USB. A convenient USB port helps future-proof the racing wheel just connect the wheel to your PC to download firmware updates and get up-to-date. A convenient USB port helps future-proof the racing wheel.
  • Powerful Wireless Connectivity. Boasting a wireless range of 40 feet, enjoy lag-free gameplay from anywhere in the room.
  • Non-Slip Pedal Set. Reserve drifting for the racetrack - hit the gas or slam on the brakes and their non-slip surface helps the pedals stay put. Give your inactive foot a supportive break with the detachable foot rest.


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14 of 16 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Agree with da other dude, November 22, 2011
= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 
This review is from: Wireless Force Feedback Racing Wheel for XBox 360 (Accessory)
So I got the unit from the madcatz website for 220 because if you order directly from there they have an internet coupon code that gives you 10 percent off, which is awesome because you can have it shipped 2day xpress with the extra cash you save if you want to. Anyways, i am a 33 yr old gamer, and have always stayed away from the madcatz brand since the days during the n64. I bought alot of junk controls from them that forever made me stick with the oem brand of whatever system i owned since then. Needless to say I was extremely skeptical, but I knew I would just return it if I didnt like it so I said what the hell. Well, I think the wheel is worth what you pay for it, and im glad madcatz has finally made a quality product other than their competition fight sticks. It has alot of weight to it, almost all steel, has a nice feel with rubber grips and 270 degrees of rotaion. the included lap supports are very sturdy if you must play this way, and the secure clamp is also very... Read more
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13 of 15 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Finally... A Great Xbox 360 Wheel...!!!, November 15, 2011
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= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 
This review is from: Wireless Force Feedback Racing Wheel for XBox 360 (Accessory)
I just received the Mad Catz Wireless Forced Feedback Xbox 360 Wheel Nov 14th. I was very impressed with the heavy metal use and quality of this wheel. The Paddle Shifters, Wheel Spokes and the Stick Shifter are made with metal. All of the buttons have a nice tight fit with no wiggle. The wheel is rubber wrapped at the 3 and 9 o'clock grip positions. When driving all of the controls are well placed. It even has the bumper buttons hidden on back of the wheel infront of the paddles. The Pedals are firm and well placed. I tested it with my Need For Speed Hot Pursuit, I don't have Forza 4 yet. (The wheel was made with Forza 4 in mind.) The game is completely controlled from the wheel, no other controller needed. The driving was INCREDIBLE. The wheel didn't fight with you, but rolled with the track. If you were on a bank it let you know, The feel through my hands was nearly what I get when driving in my truck. You can feel cracks, bumps, curbs, dirt, paved, and any objects that happen to... Read more
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars Decent wheel, but way overpriced, February 15, 2012
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The Mad Catz Wireless Force Feedback Racing Wheel for XBox 360 would be a decent wheel at a lower price point. At its MRRP of $250, I feel it's overpriced by $100. At a lower price point, I might have given it 4/5 stars. For $250, I just don't see the value or quality that I expect for that sort of money.

For starters, it's 95% made of plastic (and I feel that other 5% percentage is being very generous!). For this MRRP, I expected a lot more metal (ie: quality and durability) given the 'part metal construction' claim. The only visible metal is the center face plate (where the buttons are), the F1 paddles, and the cap on the shifter. To be fair, there may be more bits of metal lurking inside that I can't see; I sincerely hope there are! Even then, this 'metal' is die-cast, and I'm just not impressed. Sorry.

See my theme here? This wheel is way overpriced for what you get!

WHEEL: 3/5 stars
All told, the wheel does have a nice feel to its... Read more
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3/29/2012

Racing Steering Wheel Stand for the XBox Wheel, Original Wheel Stand Pro Stand


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Rating: 4.1

List Price : Price : $148.99
Racing Steering Wheel Stand for the XBox Wheel, Original Wheel Stand Pro Stand

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The Wheel Stand Pro is the perfect solution with the wheel attached to the unbelievable steady base plus the pedals are secured firmly to the stand as well...nothing moves on you. Not only can you quickly adjust the wheel and foot pedals it's unique flexibility allows you to use use that favorite chair or cushy couch and feel like you may have died and gone to sim-racing heaven! A rugged stand of lightweight metal, the Wheel Stand Pro only weighs 11 pounds. When your done racing, fold the Wheel Stand Pro up and carry it away...no more lengthy set up time...quit messing around, start racing!

* For the xbox wireless wheel & pedals. (this is just for the stand, the wheel and pedals are not provided)

* Stand comes fully assembled, just attach your wheel and pedals (easy)

* Weighs eleven pounds

* Fully Adjustable: Hinges at the base (can pull the wheel towards the player well past vertical, allows for playing comfortably from a deep chair or couch), and the wheel surface. The back stop can be adjusted forward or backward so your pedal base has a fixed stop location. The height of the wheel adjusts up and down.

* Quick adjustments. At each key adjustment location, at the base and the height, there are sturdy levers for release or hold in place. No clumsy knobs to turn (or to hit with your knee!), just one easy motion to adjust and tighten. You will love this feature!

* Wheel bolted to the adjustable top mounting plate.

* Pedals secured to the base of the stand.

* Quality is outstanding as you would expect. All parts are well engineered and made to take the "loving" abuse you demand in your equipment and remain looking beautiful.


  • Does not include wireless wheel and pedal assembly.
  • Made specifically for the Xbox Wireless Driving Wheel
  • For users 14 years or older
  • Offical Wheel Stand Pro product
  • Stand comes fully assembled, just attach your wheel and pedals (easy)


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Forza Motorsport 2


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Rating: 4.5

List Price : $19.99 Price : $7.00
Forza Motorsport 2

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Forza Motorsport 2, the sequel to Microsoft Game Studios' award-winning, fully customizable driving simulator Forza Motorsport, speeds its way onto Xbox 360 this holiday. With authentic simulation physics, bone-jarring damage, photo-realistic graphics, and licensed tuning and customization options, the franchise improves on the unprecedented features gamers enjoyed in its debut installment. Loaded with more than 300 of the world's hottest cars for you to collect, personalize and tune, Forza Motorsport 2 gives you a complete racing experience.


  • Lap the competition with truly next-generation features
  • Experience uncompromising physics simulation
  • Master real-world tracks from around the globe
  • Collect, upgrade and tune hundreds of cars
  • Create and share your masterpiece with the world


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38 of 44 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Highly Recommended, June 14, 2007
= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 
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If you're looking for a great racing sim along the lines of the Gran Turismo series, with the in-depth customization aspects of your car's appearance found in the NFS: Underground series, and the online options of the PGR series...then Forza 2 comes highly recommended. It really is a nice combo of those games(ironically, i don't know how well it compares with its direct sibling Forza 1 cause i never played it).

Anyway, the graphics are quite good and more importantly the framerates are 60fps-smooth, which are very important for racing games(esp racers where you drive in a pack). The customization options are extensive and it has been amazing going to websites and seeing what everyone has accomplished by using these comprehensive tools to enhance their cars visually. By itself, this aspect of the game could keep you busy for hrs on end at a time (esp if you have an artistic touch). As for the racing, it's easy to get into as it allows you to customize the difficulty level... Read more
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17 of 19 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Well Done, Gran Turismo has Serious Competition, August 31, 2007
= Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars 
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Being the only simulation racing game on the Xbox 360 and the closest thing to GT4 since 2004 it is going to be difficult to compare this game to anything currently played. Because of this I will compare it to the game it is quite obviously trying to steal fans from. Forza 2 is unique from any other racing game currently on the 360 simply because it is well executed. It has most of the features of GT4 and none of the problems that franchise had.

The actual racing is very simplistic in its approach. Making the car drive how you want it to is not, especially at the higher levels. At the beginning you can win without tuning the car hardly at all. Go and drive fast and you'll most likely win...on the standard difficulty setting. The difficulty setting unlike the driving is fairly complex and adds another dimension to the game. One is able to toggle on and off the traction control, ABS system and active stability management. Difficulty of the opponents is adjustable three ways... Read more
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25 of 32 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars The NEW Racing Standard, June 3, 2007
= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 
This review is from: Forza Motorsport 2 (Video Game)
Up until this point, I had always considered Gran Turismo the best racing game on the market. Forza 2 has taken the crown.

There are alot of features I like about this game, I'll limit them to five:

- Simple controls

- Damage system (something Gran Turismo has never had)

- Brilliant UI

- Online features (career, auction house, car gifting)

- Car customization

Currently, I only have two minor issues with the game. One, it's pretty easy to upgrade your car to A Class or S Class after a few races while the computer continues to race D/C Classes. The other issue is that the tracks themselves are a little bland (of course, this is a tradeoff in order to create highly detailed car models and run at 60 fps).

Buy this game. Then buy a GTI and upgrade it to 700HP. Good stuff.
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