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We've tried our fair share of racing wheels over the years here at RacingGames.gg, some of which we've liked, and some of which we haven't. Usually, these wheels come from the likes of Logitech, Thrustmaster, etc., but NACON? Never. That's because the NACON Revosim PURE is the brand's first foray into sim racing, and as you're about to find out as I share my thoughts on its design, force feedback, and more, it's off to a strong start.
If you're interested in the full sim setup I have put to the test, you can pick up the Revosim bundle using the following link.
Straight out of the box, the NACON Revosim PURE gives off a premium impression, largely thanks to its robust build and substantial weight, most notably from the 9 Nm direct‑drive wheel base. While the heft adds a sense of quality and stability, it does make solo setup a bit tricky. Attaching the base with the supplied screws and Allen key, especially when fitting the clamps, was a bit fiddly. Fortunately, once mounted – mine to my, thankfully, sturdy desk – the system holds firmly, even under the strain of force feedback during intense racing.
The build quality is excellent across the board. Most components are constructed from aluminum and/or steel, lending a durable, high‑end feel. The only real deviation is with the GT‑style 30 cm wheel rim, which is wrapped in perforated faux leather that I found incredibly plush and comfortable to hold.
Speaking of the wheel, it also features a quick‑release system that is definitely a handy inclusion, allowing the wheel to detach easily, much like you see when F1 drivers leave their cockpit. This ability to release the wheel is especially important for module swaps or quick pack‑away, though I didn't find much use for it during testing.
Interestingly, the wheel comes with an integrated phone holder, which slides neatly onto the wheel base. While I didn’t really use this too much, it is a unique addition that helps separate it from rival racing wheels. And, for those interested in real‑time telemetry or on‑the‑fly adjustments, you can load up the companion app and access all the settings and stats mid-race using this phone clamp.
Within the racing bundle, you also get two metal pedals, with an optional upgrade path for a third clutch pedal. Having a clutch pedal would be another great separating feature; however, the responsive metal paddle shifters positioned intuitively behind the wheel make a clutch pedal unnecessary for most racing titles. I'll go into more detail on the pedals and their performance a little later on.
One of the NACON Revosim PURE's headline features is its Direct Drive 9 Nm motor, which delivers a seriously impressive level of force feedback, especially for someone not deeply familiar with direct drive systems. Upon turning the force feedback up to full, my immediate reaction was, “Wow, this is quite the handful”, though that's not a bad thing. The wheel communicates a huge amount of detail, giving a very real sense of wrestling with your in-game car, particularly if you brake too late or drift off the racing line.
Despite its strength, the feedback never feels overwhelming. In fact, the sensation is often intricate and precise, letting you feel every bump, curb, or moment of lost traction. When you make a mistake, like miss an apex, spin out, or, worse, crash, the wheel doesn’t let you off the hook. You’ll feel it instantly, which in turn encourages clean, disciplined driving. That level of immersion is exactly what you want in a serious sim setup.
It does take a little time to get used to the feedback, especially if you're new to high-end wheels, but once you're dialed in and comfortable with the pedals as well, the driving feel becomes excellent and a real standout feature of the Revosim PURE.
Before moving on, it's also worth mentioning that, during my sessions so far, I haven’t noticed any heat buildup from the wheel base, even during longer stints. That’s a great sign for long-term durability and consistent performance, even under pressure from that powerful Direct Drive motor.
As touched on previously, the NACON Revosim PURE comes with two pedals, independent from one another. They're made primarily from steel and aluminum, which makes them seriously solid. However, the headline here is the 100 kg load cell brake pedal, which offers a high level of resistance and realism for those looking to simulate true racing conditions.
I personally lowered the resistance slightly, since I wasn’t using a full cockpit, because applying full force occasionally caused the unit to shift. That said, for hardcore sim racers with a racing rig, the default stiffness will likely be a big plus, especially for trail braking and precision cornering.
Next to the brake, you find the excellent Hall Effect accelerator pedal that uses magnetic sensors, which is a welcome inclusion at this price point and should help to ensure smooth, consistent input over time, though not something I can speak of at this stage. Regardless, both pedals feel sturdy and responsive from what I've experienced, offering plenty of confidence underfoot.
A major strength of the setup as a whole, though with the pedals in particular, is its adjustability. The pedal plates are angle-adjustable from 60° to 90°, and their height can also be tweaked to suit your seating position. Personally, I found the default positioning comfortable, but it’s great to have flexibility for different setups. Each pedal can also be individually repositioned on the base plate as well, with enough space at the widest setting to add an optional third clutch pedal.
The customization doesn't end there, as the pedals also come with modular elastomers for further tuning, including blue (soft), yellow (medium), and red (firm) resistance options (20A/50A/80A). The pre-installed blue elastomers struck the right balance for me, but having the option to mix and match, or swap out entirely, is a major win, allowing for a tailored feel to match your preference and driving style.
One small downside is that the NACON Revosim PURE is designed for PC only – connecting via USB-C, though it also has built-in Bluetooth to connect to the app. The app in question is called Revosim and is available on both PC and mobile. The functionality is largely the same across both platforms, but the mobile app includes live telemetry dashboards, as mentioned earlier, which pair nicely with the phone clamp to give you a little more information than you would otherwise receive with a more basic racing wheel.
Unfortunately, I experienced repetitive prompts asking whether to sync settings between the mobile and PC app when opening the app on my phone, which felt like a small software bug to me. That aside, the app is intuitive and easy to use, and I actually found myself gravitating more to the phone app to adjust settings over my PC.
Inside the software, you can find pre-made profiles for the wheel base, rim, and pedals, tailored for GT, F1, Rally, and Lifestyle racing games. I used the GT preset most often and found it well-tuned out of the box, though I adjusted the brake force slightly to account for my desk-mounted setup, as mentioned earlier.
That is another huge bonus, actually. Almost every element of the wheel and its output are customizable via the app. Want to adjust deadzones? No problem. Want to edit the steering angle to a one-step degree of accuracy? Yes, that's possible too.
A small UI gripe from me, though, is that the PC app window is quite small by default, and even adjusting the resolution, of which there are only two options, didn’t fully resolve it. This made navigating menus from a distance a bit awkward.
As for on-wheel controls, the Revosim PURE includes 12 fully mappable buttons and a rotary dial. These can be assigned to various in-game functions and customized per game. You also get label stickers to mark each button, which is particularly helpful since, aside from one yellow and one red, all the buttons are black and otherwise indistinguishable at a glance.
At £699.90 for the complete package, the NACON Revosim PURE is quite cheap within the direct drive scene. It’s more budget-friendly than many rivals, especially when compared to well-established brands like Fanatec, yet it delivers an impressive 9 Nm of torque, making it one of the most powerful direct drive wheels in this price range.
While NACON might not be a household name in the sim racing world just yet, this bundle makes a strong case for itself. Some competitors offer less force feedback at a similar price, while others deliver more, but at a much steeper cost. That makes the Revosim PURE feel like excellent value for money overall.
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All things considered, I would say the NACON Revosim PURE is a superb debut into the sim racing scene. With premium build quality, a powerful 9 Nm Direct Drive motor, and impressively adjustable pedals, it punches well above its price tag.
NACON may be a newcomer, but this bundle proves it's one to watch. For PC racers seeking high-end performance without a sky-high cost, the Revosim PURE is, in my view, an excellent choice.
