Logitech launches a $299 racing cockpit that doubles as a folding chair

What simply occurred? Logitech has launched a cockpit designed for racing simulators that additionally serves as a folding chair. Named the Playseat Problem X – Logitech G Version, this system was developed by Logitech G in collaboration with the gaming seat producer, Playseat. The brand new chair encompasses a foldable carbon metal body and weighs simply 26 lbs (11.6 kgs). It may be simply folded when not in use, making it appropriate to be used even in comparatively small flats.

Logitech mentioned the chair encompasses a totally adjustable seat made with Playseat’s ‘ActiFit’ breathable materials, which is designed to supply “distinctive consolation, versatility, sturdiness, and the efficiency wanted to remain totally immersed within the race.” It presents six seating positions and allows customers to fine-tune the positioning of the pedals and steering wheel to raised replicate the feeling of being in a automobile.

The PlaySeat Problem X – Logitech G Version is out there in a single colour – gunmetal gray – and is priced at $299 within the US and €299 within the Eurozone. It is price noting that the non-Logitech model of the chair is almost similar to the aforementioned mannequin however is $70 cheaper, making it a cheap choice for these looking for an inexpensive sim racing chair.

As The Verge highlights, the Logitech model features a gear shift mount as a normal function, whereas it’s only accessible as an non-compulsory add-on for the usual mannequin. The Logitech-branded choice additionally presents just a few extra options, similar to a tilting pedal mount and an additional lever for straightforward place adjustment. Nevertheless, avid gamers might want to decide whether or not these extras justify the extra $70.

For these curious, the Playseat Problem X – Logitech G Version is appropriate with a variety of Logitech G racing peripherals, together with the Logitech G29, Logitech G923, Logitech G Professional Racing Wheel, Logitech G Driving Pressure Shifter, and the Logitech G Professional Racing Shifter.

At first look, the $299 price ticket seems affordable for a sim racing chair. It’s actually extra inexpensive than many different comparable choices available on the market, similar to Logitech’s personal Playseat Trophy Logitech G Version, which begins at $599. Nevertheless, it is vital to notice that the Trophy is a full chassis and seat, whereas the brand new product is actually a chair with just a few extra options aimed toward enhancing the gaming expertise.