Nacon is starting to give more substance to its Revosim brand. The RS Pure had laid an initial foundation on the PC side; the next stage is aimed at a more complicated audience to convince: console gamers who want Direct Drive without getting bogged down in overly technical editing.

This is where the Revosim RS Initiale becomes interesting. The advertised base is not looking to beat the most powerful models on the market, but to occupy a place that’s still fairly open: that of an easy-to-understand Direct Drive console bundle, compatible with PlayStation and Xbox, with enough torque to take a real step up from the more conventional steering wheels.

RS Initiale: 5 Nm on console

The RS Initiale is announced with a torque of 5 Nm. This is not the territory of the 9 Nm RS Pure, nor of the high-end bases designed for very rigid cockpits. Rather, the idea seems to be to offer a more accessible entry point into the Revosim ecosystem.

For many console gamers, this positioning may make sense. On the PC, it’s easy enough to mix and match bases, wheels, pedals and accessories from different brands. On PlayStation or Xbox, it’s a different story: official recognition by the console can be as important as the power of the base. An easy-to-read, directly compatible package can therefore be more convincing than a very aggressive specification sheet.

The announced wheel hub follows the same logic. We’re talking about a funky switch, a thumbwheel/encoder and two additional controls on the steering wheel. Put like that, it’s not very spectacular, but on a console this kind of quick access can count for something, especially when you don’t want to depend on a keyboard or menus that are too deep.

A bundle designed to avoid complicated assemblies

Nacon doesn’t seem to want to sell just a naked base. The RS Initiale should come with its own peripherals, including a dedicated steering wheel and pedals. The idea therefore seems more like a new entry point in the range than a simple declination of the RS Pure.

It’s probably the right choice to target the console. PC gamers find it easier to put together their setup piece by piece. On a console, the purchase is often more like a pack: you plug in, configure the minimum, and you’re on your way. This is also why bundles are still so important at Fanatec, Logitech and Thrustmaster.

The final price will therefore be decisive. At 5 Nm, the RS Initiale will have to be sufficiently well-positioned to justify its interest in the face of solutions already on the market. If Nacon comes up with a coherent price, true console compatibility and a decent pedalboard, the announcement could become more than just a range extension.

RS Pure: the PC ecosystem continues to expand

The console segment is not Revosim’s only move. The brand is also continuing to expand its RS Pure range, already more PC-oriented. This is important, because a single Direct Drive base is not enough to establish a brand in the long term. You need pedals, accessories, bundles and upgrade options.

The new clutch pedal advertised at €79.90 is aimed at users who want to complete their pedal set. Hall sensor, height, stroke and tilt adjustments, interchangeable springs: on paper, the addition seems logical for those who want a three-pedal configuration without changing the whole set.

The RS Pure Hybrid Gearbox is more ambitious. At €299.90, it combines an 8-speed H mode plus reverse, with a sequential mode selectable via a thumbwheel. It’s the kind of device that might interest gamers who alternate between rallying, vintage racing and GT. The point to watch will be the mechanical noise mentioned around certain gears, as it’s often this kind of detail that makes the difference in a cockpit at home.

A Load Cell handbrake completes the package. Here again, the idea is coherent: rallying, drifting and historic cars quickly call for dedicated peripherals.

Aston Martin ARAMCO: more immersion than performance

The Aston Martin ARAMCO partnership is aimed primarily at users already in the RS Pure ecosystem. The kit transforms the Open Wheel with a more single-seater look, carbon paddles and F1-inspired visual elements.

Prices are around €129.90 for the kit alone and €149.90 with gloves. It’s not the accessory that’s going to change the behavior of a Direct Drive base, but it may speak to those who want a cockpit more visually consistent with the single-seaters.

It should therefore be read for what it is: a customization addition, not a performance enhancement. Revosim’s main aim in this area is to make its catalog more lively and complete.

Why this ad really matters

The most interesting part is not necessarily an isolated spec. It’s the fact that Nacon is beginning to articulate Revosim around two uses: a PC range which is completed with the RS Pure, and a console entry point with the RS Initiale.

The bet remains open. The RS Initiale will have to prove three things: a fair price, solid console compatibility and a convincing Direct Drive feel for a 5 Nm base. Without testing, we can’t go any further.

But the announcement is worth watching. The console segment offers even fewer options than the PC, especially for gamers who want to gain precision without switching to a heavy installation. If Nacon executes correctly, Revosim could become a credible option in this intermediate zone.