I tried the Logitech G923 Trueforce wheel again and it’s still a great entry point for sim racing fans
The first time I tested the Logitech G923 Trueforce was close to its release in 2020.
After testing dozens of wheels, I returned to the G923, and it’s still a very reliable entry-level unit.
Assembling the Logitech G923 Trueforce reveals its real strength.
It strikes the perfect balance for those who want a steering wheel with believable feedback and an accessible user experience.
Setting it up took just around 10 to 15 minutes.
The docking system is built-in. Two small buttons on the sides activate the clamps, which you then rotate by hand.
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It’s a very simple setup, and the grip on the table is firm.
The cables are crammed into the bottom of the wheel, with four recesses in which you can tuck them very neatly.
The Logitech G923 Trueforce is noticeably smaller than other wheels I’ve tested recently, but that doesn’t mean less care has been taken with it.
The all-leather wheel rim and exposed stitching give it a true racer look and make it comfortable and pleasant to grip even without gloves.
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I tried the PS5/PC version, and the PlayStation buttons all have the right clickiness. Only the directional cross is a tad softer.
The built-in rev indicator just above the logo in the reflective glass is cute, functional, and well-nested in the overall design.
The sequential paddle shifters have a problem, though.
You can hear their click before they finish their run, and this often makes you think you’ve shifted gears but really haven’t yet.
The setup experience on F1 24 was great. I always like a lighter brake, so I switch the brake and clutch pedals as soon as possible.
With other brands’ steering wheels, this simple task can take a long time and even prove unsuccessful.
Meanwhile, the G923 Trueforce makes it as trivial as it sounds.
I was also surprised by how light the pedal unit is and how, despite its light weight, it manages to stick to the floor all the time.
That said, steering feels very accurate, and it was as if I had never stopped using the wheel in these nearly five years.
When in the middle of the track, the feedback is lighter than on direct drive wheels, of course.
On curbs, instead, it’s hard enough to keep you away from them.
Steering can be a bit light. This changes from game to game, and in fact, the results are different even from F1 24 to WRC, proving a great deal of versatility.
But at first glance, with default settings, this makes it more suitable for sports racing than street racing, like the most recent Assetto Corsa Evo.
Along with the steering wheel, I also tested the Logitech Driving Force Shifter. It’s meant to be purchased separately, at a list price of £54.99, but it’s the perfect complement to the G923.
Shifting gears has a credible weight to it, and the device, despite a shorter lever and smaller knob, is very realistic. The quality of the leather materials is really good, too.
The only downside is that the clamps often don’t keep it fixed to the table when you shift gears, which can be rather annoying in the heat of the moment.
The experience itself is a revelation. Using the H-pattern shifter completely changes how you look at racing games, bringing you much closer to how cars are actually driven.
That’s especially true in rally games, where you need to keep one hand on the steering wheel and the other on the gearshift at the start.
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After a learning curve of very few minutes, it’ll be very hard to go back.
Officially priced at £379.99, but now often found on sale, the Logitech G923 Trueforce still represents the ideal entry point into the world of steering wheels.
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