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Ultra-portable Playseat Challenge X – Logitech G Edition sim racing chair folds away when not in use

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Racing sims are the best way to experience the exhilarating in-game action but there’s a caveat. They can be bulky, not suited for small rooms, and also hefty on the pocket if you are on a budget. Logitech wants to get over this predicament with a compact gaming chair that can be folded away when not in use.

Meet the Playseat Challenge X – Logitech G Edition sim racing chair designed to “experience the thrill of racing at home” without burning a hole in your pocket. As Jim Hoey, head of simulation marketing at Logitech explained that the collaboration with Playseat (gaming chair maker) was intended to make the “Challenge X more functional, comfortable and overall, a better racing experience, than traditional desktop gaming chairs.”

Designer: Logitech G and Playseat

The racing sim cockpit chair priced at $299 is far cheaper than the popular options on the market including ones by Logitech and Playseat. The racing chair is somewhat similar to the normal Playseat Challenge Black Actifit which is $70 cheaper. On this version, however, there are tilting pedal mount gear shift mounts that can be opted as extra accessories. Also, this new variant comes with an extra handle to adjust the position according to the user’s comfort.

The lightweight, foldable racing sim cockpit is compatible with all the Logitech G racing wheels and pedals including the Logitech G racing wheel and Logitech G Driving Force Shifter. If you already own them, this will be a worthy upgrade to the collection. Playseat Challenge X – Logitech G Edition is made from a sturdy steel frame and comfort is a given with the breathable Actifit seat material. The seat can be adjusted to six levels for the ideal racing positions which is great if you are a serious racer. Also, they are mindful enough to provide the adjustable poles at the bottom to toggle the positioning of pedals to fit the leg length.

Logitech G has provided a carrying case with the package to easily stow the chair without any hassles. Weighting just 26 pounds makes the task easy we assume. If you want to use it as a regular chair, you can do it by unmounting the steering, pedals and gear shifter. The portable gaming chair in gunmetal color can be bought right away from Amazon or official retailers offline.

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Logitech announced a $599 cockpit rig for you to play your racing games in utmost reality

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The only thing missing is the seatbelt.

Designed to be pretty much the last word in racing rigs, this bad boy from Logitech and Playseat is as real as it gets. The “Trophy – Logitech G Edition” is a $599 rig that fits Logitech’s $1000 racing wheel, pedals, and connects to a host of gaming setups. It comes with a chassis made from high carbon steel, upon which sits a rather comfy chair filled with Playseat’s proprietary ActiFit material, which helps promote air circulation and dissipate heat… because with this kind of rig, there’s no way you’re just playing for 15-20 minutes at a time…

Designers: Logitech & Playseat

The open cockpit design creates a perfectly airy atmosphere for high-stakes intense gaming sessions. The setup is customizable, so you can put the wheel and pedal right where you want them. It’s worth noting that the Trophy supports wheel and pedal modules from other brands too (not just Logitech). In fact, the entire rig is merely a rebranded version of Playseat’s own Trophy line, in collaboration with Logitech. The new rig features a grey chassis with Logitech’s branding, and the seat has the Logitech logo emblazoned onto the PU-leather headrest.

“The Playseat Trophy-Logitech G Edition works great with our recently announced PRO Racing Wheel and PRO Racing Pedals,” says Jim Hoey, the head of simulation marketing at Logitech G. “Now drivers will have the correct setup and racing position to feel the thrill of racing.”

The $599 racing cockpit weighs 37 lbs (17 kg), thanks to the lightweight carbon fiber frame. It’s definitely on the bulkier side, visually, so it’s best suited for setups with a lot of literal legroom. Logitech claims the chair can easily be stowed away when not in use, but that’s easier said than done, given that the setup isn’t portable or foldable, or even discreet. Your best bet is to have a permanent setup that doesn’t require constant moving parts. Just maybe a cup-holder attachment would be nice so you could grab yourself a Red Bull or Monster drink in between gaming sessions.

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