A direct drive wheel base is the best way to experience a racing game, and we're at a point in time when they're becoming smaller, better, and more affordable. The Thrustmaster T818 is a prime example of this new DD generation, and it packs a serious punch.
The Thrustmaster T818 will set you back $650 (£600), which appears deceivingly cheap for the darling of sim racing tech but that's only for the wheel base. You'll need to provide your own wheel and pedal set. That's obviously going to tack on a lot more money to the overall cost if you need to buy every piece new. However, if you already have a T300 setup, for example, take the wheel and pedals right off that and plug them into the T818—it's compatible with all of Thrustmaster's standardised plug and play parts.
