Or, if you prefer F1 racing:
You can find a lot more info and videos on Force-Dynamics.
They call their 301 model a "low-cost" solution - and while I do agree that's quite affordable for professional/commercial simulators, I don't think many hardcore gamers will be ready to hand out $37,500 for it.
These models are designed for professional use - in fact, for added realism they can even offer you a more advanced model:
We also have a 401 with a base price of $52000.00 USD. The 401 has a 4th, yaw axis, which provides 180 degrees of rotation. This was designed to be used as a training simulator for professional race drivers and other high performance drivers.I sure wouldn't mind taking one of those out for a spin. :)
But all is not lost... and for 2008 they expect to have their new Force Dynamics 201 model ready for shipment .
The 201 will be aimed at the simracer/home user. Basically it will be a scaled-down version of the 301 with more limited motion, but - more importantly - also with a much smaller price tag.
Keep your eyes and ears open, as you may very well be sitting on one less than a year from now.
I do think Force Dynamics may be tapping into an unexplored market here - lots of people invest a lot of money on "gaming". An affordable flight/driving simulator one could have in their own gaming room would surely be a huge success.
Anyone care to comment on how much you'd be willing to spend on such a system?
I figured $20,000 for the 301
ReplyDeleteWhat about $5,000 for the newcoming 201?
ReplyDeleteThat will certainly make it a lot more attractive for serious hardcore gamers who often spend thousands on the latest computer hardware.
ReplyDeleteI'll be waiting for a review of the 201.
the 201 is just made up. Now confirmed news about this. I have asked Force Dynamics and the deny such a model.
ReplyDeleteIt's a pity... a more affordable version would certainly be welcomed.
ReplyDeleteBut this kind of quality doesn't come cheap. :/
man i hope its cheap.
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