Gran Turismo 7 is finally here, but if your cockpit (read: couch) is looking a little lacklustre, it might be time to take a look at the advancements in recent racing tech. There's some seriously impressive kit out there, all designed to help you feel every track under your rubber and keep you comfortable while doing so. Just how far can you push the latest developments, though?
From direct drive steering wheels to eye-watering bucket chair prices, there's a considerable market for premium racing gear. Sim setups are big business, but what's actually available right a the top end of the scale? To check out the rig that could have been, we've put together the ultimate Gran Turismo setup filled with the best steering wheel, gaming chair, and best gaming monitor you can get your hands on for this weekend's release.
Of course, nobody's bank balance is going to be happy about this (apart from Fanatec's), so while it's nice to dream, we've also specced out some affordable alternatives for the high-end equipment picked out here. So, whether you're returning to the series with a renewed interest in taking over the whole living room or kicking off a new hobby for GT 7, here's our ultimate kit list.
MSRP: $699.95 / £699.99
What's better to kick off your Gran Turismo 7 setup than an official wheel, designed in conjunction with Polyphony Digital themselves especially for the latest release? At $700 you're going to be seriously committed to your track here, but with direct drive, a super low rotational mass, and a peak torque of 5Nm, there's some top of the range specs packed in here.
An OLED display is fine-tuned to offer key information while you're out on the road as well, and can also be used to further customize your
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