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Salut, et bienvenue sur mon site ! Je suis Sim Racer, un pilote e-sport qui pratique le Sim Racing depuis plusieurs années. Si vous jouez souvent sur Forza ou Assetto Corsa, vous m'avez probablement déjà croisé. Après plusieurs années à jouer seul dans mon coin, j'ai décidé de partager ma passion et mes meilleurs conseils sur ce site web. Vous y retrouverez mes test & avis de matériels, des news sim racing, ainsi que mes meilleurs conseils pour bien débuter.

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Leoxz XGT Ultimate : Test & Review

Leoxz XGT Ultimate : Test & Review

Leoxz XGT UltimateBenefits Solid structure Compatible with Fanatec bases Competitive prices Disadvantages Steering wheel becomes quite expensive if you check all the available options A front panel with a few too many controls Our rating : 9.2/10If you're looking for...

Simlab P1X Ultimate : Test & Review

Simlab P1X UltimateBenefits Excellent build quality Available with several options, perfect for adapting to drivers' needs Very aggressive starting price Disadvantages Depending on the options, the P1X Ultimate becomes very expensive Our rating: 9.5/10SimLab is a...

The 3 Best Drift Wheels for PC

The 3 Best Drift Wheels for PC

Sim-racing is intended to be a less expensive alternative to motor sports, which includes several disciplines contested all over the world. We have disciplines that are specific to a single country, such as NASCAR or Indy Car in the USA, and others that involve...

The 3 Best F1 Cockpits for Sim Racing

The 3 Best F1 Cockpits for Sim Racing

If you're looking for equipment to set up a sim-racing setup, the market is literally overflowing with products. Whatever your preferred motorsport discipline, you're sure to find what you're looking for if you invest a little time - and a little money. As you know,...

The 3 Best Sites to Download Assetto Corsa Setups

The 3 Best Sites to Download Assetto Corsa Setups

The sim-racing setups are numerous, covering several motorsport competitions. You've got GT, Formula, rally and NASCAR. This is for the simple reason that every virtual driver has his or her own preferences in terms of race and discipline. But that's not the subject...

SimNet SP Pro : Test & Review

SimNet SP ProBenefits Competitively priced Metal crankset available in several configurations 100 kg Load Cell on brake Disadvantages A finish that leaves something to be desired, especially on the paintwork Slight misalignment of the clutch spring, creating a kind of...

Conspit 300GT : Test & Reviews

Conspit 300GT : Test & Reviews

Conspit 300GTBenefits Aluminum alloy frame and 3D carbon fiber faceplate Central display for telemetry data Compatible with many third-party Direct Drive bases Very attractive selling price Disadvantages Small front screen (not even 3'') Steering wheel supplied...

Fanatec Reviews: Should I still buy this brand?

Fanatec Reviews: Should I still buy this brand?

There are many brands active in sim-racing. You'll certainly be familiar with some of the best-known names in the field, such as Logitech and Thrustmaster, who are major players in the gaming industry worldwide, with a presence in every corner of the globe. Of course,...

Simagic P1000 : Test & Review

Simagic P1000 : Test & Review

Simagic P1000Benefits Very good quality of manufacture Modular pedal set in LC and hydraulic versions Optional haptic feedback motors on each pedal Good value for money Disadvantages Price easily climbs depending on configuration The finish, which sometimes leaves...

Is Simucube compatible with the PS5?

Is Simucube compatible with the PS5?

With the advent of home consoles and quality sim-racing peripherals, notably Direct Drive bases, many gamers have taken up this discipline. There are many titles on the market, with a mix of arcade, sim-arcade and simulation. Each game tends to satisfy a different...

Is Simagic compatible with the PS5?

Is Simagic compatible with the PS5?

The world of sim-racing revolves around several platforms, mainly two for quality equipment. We have home consoles with Xbox and Playstation, and Windows PCs. For the first platform, only a few players offer products capable of immersing you in realistic racing. We...

Is MOZA Racing compatible with the PS5?

Is MOZA Racing compatible with the PS5?

Gaming consoles, such as the PS5, are highly sought-after gaming platforms for gamers who don't want to spend a small fortune on a computer. Yes, a PC is a far more versatile piece of equipment than a console, but if we compare the two platforms in terms of price, the...

Top 3 Best Handbrakes for PS5 in  2026

Top 3 Best Handbrakes for PS5 in 2026

Just like the main sim-racing peripherals, there are numerous accessories for this discipline, designed to bridge the gap between reality and the virtual. From steering wheels and pedals to Direct Drive bases, there's a vast choice to choose from, and with what the...

Best PS5 Racing Games: The Top 6 in  2026

Best PS5 Racing Games: The Top 6 in 2026

For many of us, sim-racing began in the late 1990s and early 2000s on the Playstation 1, or PS1 to its friends. Back then, we mainly had arcade titles like Need For Speed, V-Rallye or Driver. Sony's console was brand new, with not a lot of power under the hood, but it...

Top 10 Best Assetto Corsa Mods to Try in  2026

Top 10 Best Assetto Corsa Mods to Try in 2026

Assetto Corsa is a sim-racing must-have for both amateur and professional drivers. This title has far surpassed the appellation of "video game", so much so that it is used, as well as being in the mind, by every virtual racer in the world. Released over 10 years ago,...

Refurbished Fanatec: discounts up to 40% off

Refurbished Fanatec: discounts up to 40% off

Fanatec continues to move up a gear, this time with an announcement that comes out of nowhere. The German brand of sim-racing peripherals has just launched a special offer for refurbished products, to appeal to a wider audience of virtual racing enthusiasts who can't...

Best F1 Steering Wheels for PS5 in  2026

Best F1 Steering Wheels for PS5 in 2026

Sim-racing on consoles (Xbox and Playstation) has become increasingly easy, thanks to the adoption of these platforms by well-known brands. We can mention manufacturers who have been present on Playstation for many years: Logitech and Thrustmaster, with a whole range...

Top 6 Rally Steering Wheels for Sim-Racing in  2026

Top 6 Rally Steering Wheels for Sim-Racing in 2026

#1 : Fanatec Podium Monte Carlo⭐ Rating: 9.9/10✅ The ultimate rally steering wheel "We love it for its visual immersion and high-end PS/PC compatibility."#2: Fanatec CSL Elite WRC⭐ Rating: 9.7/10✅ The official fans' choice "We love its WRC look, price and PC/console...

Which Fanatec F1 steering wheel to choose 2026?

Which Fanatec F1 steering wheel to choose 2026?

Fanatec is a major player in the sim-racing industry, offering a range of products for all virtual pilots, whatever their level. Active for over 20 years, the German brand has adapted to the global market with quality, high-performance products. Since last summer,...

The 3 Best Eye Trackers for Sim-Racing in  2026

The 3 Best Eye Trackers for Sim-Racing in 2026

Optimizing a sim-racing setup has become not only important, but increasingly widespread. These days, the simplest sim-racing rig incorporates a curved screen, a cockpit and good-quality peripherals for maximum feel. For drivers wishing to push the immersion envelope...

Moza Active Shifter : Test & Review

Moza Active Shifter : Test & Review

Moza Active ShifterBenefits Device can be used as a shifter (sequential and H Pattern) and handbrake in the future Compatible with most sim-racing titles Configurable for excellent racing sensations Disadvantages A slightly high price tag for a shifter/handbrake May...

Tobii Eye Tracker 5 : Test & Review

Tobii Eye Tracker 5 : Test & Review

Tobii Eye Tracker 5Benefits Highly compatible with simulation titles Excellent performance, even in bright conditions Absolutely reasonable price Disadvantages Requires a low-performance PC Can only be used on screens under 30''. Our rating : 9.7/10As I often say,...

Fanatec unveils its new all-in-one app

Fanatec unveils its new all-in-one app

Fanatec has just made the public beta version of its new application available to users of its equipment. The aim of this application is to simplify the process of configuring and managing Fanatec equipment. Why test the Fanatec public beta? Until now, users of...

Sim Racing harness: Why add one to your cockpit?

Sim Racing harness: Why add one to your cockpit?

In sim-racing, the aim of the discipline differs from driver to driver. Broadly speaking, you can either go all out for maximum thrills, bringing the experience closer to that of a real racing car, or you can have fun and pass the time after a day at work or college....

RennSport Cockpit V2 : Test & Review

RennSport Cockpit V2 : Test & Review

Rennsport Cockpit V2Benefits Tubular structure with unique design Sturdy and easy to assemble Configurable directly from Fanatec Disadvantages Fairly high price compared to what Fanatec offers these days Limited driving position adjustments Our rating: 8.9/10The...

Fanatec DD Shaft Extension : Test & Review

Fanatec DD Shaft Extension : Test & Review

Fanatec DD Shaft ExtensionBenefits 15 cm extra distance between steering wheel and base Compatible with QR2 Type-F Competitive selling price Native integration with the Fanatec ecosystem Disadvantages Can only be used with ClubSport DD and DD+. Lever effect on chassis...

Simucube Active Pedals : Test & Review

Simucube Active Pedals : Test & Review

Simucube Active PedalsBenefits ABS haptic feedback adds enormously to immersion Settings to suit all riders Natural sensations underfoot Disadvantages A selling price beyond all comprehension Brake pedal too big and too heavy Our rating: 9.2/10Simucube is a major...

Simucube 2 Sport : Test & Review

Simucube 2 Sport : Test & Review

Simucube 2 SportBenefits Maximum torque 17 nm Excellent manufacturing quality Superb racing feel Disadvantages PC compatible only A high price compared with direct competitors Our rating : 9.2/10The sim-racing players in the premium segment are not as numerous as you...

P1Sim Eau Rouge : Test & Review

P1Sim Eau Rouge : Test & Review

P1Sim Red WaterBenefits Premium construction with choice of switch colors F1-style steering wheel SimHub-compatible 4.3" touchscreen in the center Available in 4 or 6 pallet versions Disadvantages Requires a specific adapter for each DD base PC compatible only Premium...

P1Sim Arnage : Test & Review

P1Sim Arnage : Test & Review

P1Sim ArnageBenefits A premium GT/F1 steering wheel Vertical display in center for telemetry Compatible with many bases, provided you have the appropriate hub Disadvantages A very high asking price No hub for Direct Drive bases available from P1Sim Rubber coating...

P1Sim Mistral : Test & Reviews

P1Sim Mistral : Test & Reviews

P1Sim MistralBenefits Available with 2 or 3 pedals Excellent race feedback Haptic feedback on gas pedal and brake Fully adjustable pedals (hardware and software) Disadvantages Not much, apart from a haptic feedback that makes a bit of noise Our rating : 9.7/10The...

Fanatec Clubsport Handbrake V2 : Test & Review

Fanatec Clubsport Handbrake V2 : Test & Review

Fanatec Clubsport Handbrake V2Benefits Handbrake with Load Cell Excellent manufacturing quality Several mounting options on setups PC and console compatible Disadvantages Requires USB adapter for use without Fanatec base Our rating : 9.9/10Fanatec has long dominated...

Black Friday Fanatec 2026: Promotions up to 54% off

Black Friday Fanatec 2026: Promotions up to 54% off

With Black Friday 2024, Fanatec is aiming to put the nail in the competition's coffin with breathtaking deals, with new offers from November 26 to December 2, 2024! Please note that stocks of each product are limited, and once sold out, prices will return to their...

The 3 best steering wheels for Assetto Corsa

The 3 best steering wheels for Assetto Corsa

With the growth of sim-racing, many gamers are now thinking of getting into the game, and the range of equipment available doesn't make it easy for amateur drivers. At present, the sim-racing market is quite crowded, I must say, with brands targeting specific...

How to tune your FoV (Complete guide)

How to tune your FoV (Complete guide)

With the advent of sim-racing titles and the proliferation of quality simulation peripherals, it's become pretty easy to set up a racing setup, whether on PC or consoles. If you're a sim-racing fan, you're probably familiar with names like Logitech, Thrustmaster,...

The 3 Best PC Gamers for Sim Racing

The 3 Best PC Gamers for Sim Racing

Sim-racing has become very popular in recent years, thanks to brands such as Fanatec, Simagic, Thrustmaster or Logitech. These and other brands are present both on the PC gaming segment and, in some cases, on Playstation and Xbox consoles. For consoles, the choice is...

The 5 Best Xbox Series X/S Cranksets

The 5 Best Xbox Series X/S Cranksets

Over the past few years, sim-racing has gained considerable momentum on PCs and consoles, mainly with the advent of licenses such as Assetto Corsa, Gran Turismo and Forza Motorsport. There are other racing simulation titles on these platforms, of course, appealing to...

The 5 best sim racing pedals for PS5 (2026)

The 5 best sim racing pedals for PS5 (2026)

The world of sim-racing is starting to reach more and more console gamers, particularly with the democratization of titles like Gran Turismo and Forza Motorsport, on Playstation and Xbox respectively. These titles are both sim-arcade and simulation, if you want them...

Simlab XB1 handbrake : Test & Review

Simlab XB1 handbrake : Test & Review

SimLab XB1Benefits Excellent manufacturing quality 150 kg Load Cell system Attractive price Different resistance settings Disadvantages No handle adjustment Non-customizable handbrake Our rating : 9.7/10Simlabamong many other companies, has been active in the...

The 7 best Sim-racing Cockpits

The 7 best Sim-racing Cockpits

#1 : SIMLAB GT1 EVO⭐ Rating: 9.8/10✅ Our favorite cockpit in [year] "An excellent cockpit for hours of fatigue-free gaming".5% off with the code SIMMEDIA5#2: Fanatec CSL Cockpit⭐ Rating: 9.7/10✅ German ruggedness"Ideal for the most powerful Direct Drive bases."#3:...

Simlab XP1 : Test & Review

Simlab XP1 : Test & Review

Simlab XP1Benefits Highly adjustable crankset Excellent manufacturing quality 200 kg Load Cell Disadvantages No haptic feedback (vibration) for ABS No support or footrest as standard Our rating: 9.6/10The company Simlab is a little young in the sim-racing market. It...

Simlab P1X Pro : Test & Review

Simlab P1X Pro : Test & Review

SIMLAB P1X PROBenefits Rigid, modular structure Excellent manufacturing quality Simple, unobtrusive design Disadvantages Very delicate paint when handled All accessories come at a price, and the bill quickly climbs with full options. Our rating : 9.7/10Although Simlab...

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