Thrustmaster Reveals New $750 PS5 Racing Wheel for Gran Turismo 7
Thrustmaster has announced the TGT III, a new racing wheel for PS5 and PS4 designed for Gran Turismo 7, with sales due to start on 3 December. The launch matters to players seeking a dedicated sim racing setup, though the high price and reported similarities to an existing Thrustmaster model have prompted questions about the upgrade.
The wheel is priced at $749.99, £649.99 or €699.99, with shipping expected before Christmas. Thrustmaster highlights a Direct Axial Drive motor and haptic effects intended to simulate gear shifts and engine revs, and says it will support the wheel with updates alongside the game. Polyphony Digital has also partnered with Moza Racing, which may bring another officially licensed wheel setup.
- Thrustmaster’s TGT III launches on 3 December.
- It costs $749.99, £649.99 or €699.99.
- Its features include haptic gear shifts and engine effects.
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Thrustmaster makes steering wheels and other accessories for video games. Its TGT III is designed for Sony’s PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, and for Gran Turismo 7, a driving game made by Japanese studio Polyphony Digital.
Dedicated racing wheels let players steer and feel feedback from the game in ways a standard controller does not. Thrustmaster says this model uses a motor and haptic effects to recreate sensations such as engine revs and gear changes. Its price places it among costly gaming accessories, and players may compare it with other compatible wheels, including products from Moza Racing.
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The case for
The TGT III could appeal to players who want a dedicated, officially supported wheel for Gran Turismo 7, with a Direct Axial Drive motor and haptic effects designed to make driving feel more immersive. Thrustmaster’s planned updates alongside the game may also make it a worthwhile long-term setup for committed sim racers who value close integration and are willing to pay a premium.
The case against
At $749.99, the wheel is a substantial expense, so buyers can reasonably expect a clear improvement over existing options. Reported similarities to an existing Thrustmaster model raise questions about how much the new features justify the price, while the Moza partnership may give players another officially licensed setup to consider.