For gadget enthusiasts, there are many products where you know the specs but really want to get your hands on the real thing. Gaming gadgets, in particular, have a unique appeal that can only be truly appreciated by experiencing them firsthand, from the key feel and fit to the overall texture.
That's why at "TOKYO Gaming-PC STREET 9 in LIFORK AKIHABARA II," an event hosted by ASCII on Saturday, October 10th, we'll be showcasing a wide array of highly anticipated gaming gadgets from this summer. You'll have the chance to experience products recommended by our editorial team firsthand.
In this article, we'll introduce one of the gaming gadgets on display: the "Gran Turismo DD Pro (5 Nm)" steering wheel controller.
Realistic Racing Feel with Direct Drive! Gran Turismo DD Pro (5 Nm)
The Gran Turismo DD Pro (5 Nm) is a foundational steering wheel controller from Fanatec, a must-have for any racing game enthusiast!
Key Feature ①: Realistic Racing Feel with Direct Drive! Its main appeal is the overwhelmingly realistic racing feel delivered by its direct drive system, which provides powerful and responsive force feedback akin to a real car. If you're serious about enjoying racing games, this is a control experience you absolutely must try!
Key Feature ②: Flexible Customization, Including Wheel Swaps! Thanks to Fanatec's unique ecosystem, various combinations are possible, such as replacing just the steering wheel with an F1-style rim. It's enjoyable to build out your setup to match your preferred racing style!
Key Feature ③: Wide Compatibility from PS5 to PC! It offers broad compatibility, from PS5 to PC. And as the product name suggests, it's an official "Gran Turismo" model. This is a welcome device for anyone who wants to fully enjoy racing games, regardless of their platform!
Head to Akihabara on Saturday, October 10th! Come and Experience the Gran Turismo DD Pro (5 Nm) for Yourself!
Gaming gadgets have aspects that photos and specs alone can't convey, such as the feel of pressing buttons, the weight of dials, and the overall texture. That's why, at this event, we're prioritizing creating a space where you can directly experience a large number of highly anticipated gaming gadgets that we believe you'll want to get your hands on this summer, and that we strongly recommend you try! We've gathered only the gaming gadgets that you "absolutely must touch and check out" this summer, so please take this opportunity to experience them. Our editorial staff will also be at the venue, so please feel free to speak to us if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you at LIFORK Akihabara II on October 10th!
Happening in Akihabara! First-timers are Welcome! Get Your Hands on Any Gaming Gadget You're Curious About!
Gaming PCs, keyboards, mice, headsets—why not try out all the products you're curious about at once? No matter how many photos you see or spec sheets you read, the one thing you can't know until the very end is "what's it actually like to touch?" So, let's try out everything that catches your eye in Akihabara!
The date for "TOKYO Gaming-PC STREET 9 (GPS 9)," an event where you can experience the latest gaming gadgets firsthand and consult with our editorial staff, has been set! It's Saturday, October 10, 2026!
And here's the important part: simply looking, touching, or comparing is absolutely welcome at this event. It's a chance to freely try out gadgets at your own pace. There's no need to buy anything, so feel free to drop by!
There's no need to feel intimidated, thinking, "PC events seem to be full of experts and hard to get into," or "What if they pressure me to buy something like in a store?" Not being a PC expert is perfectly fine! And of course, participation is free.
At the venue, you can actually experience various devices such as keyboards, mice, and headsets. The key benefit is being able to thoroughly compare things that are hard to gauge online, like size, keyboard key feel, and mouse grip, right there on the spot. If you're unsure "what to choose," you can easily consult with an ASCII editorial staff member.
Furthermore, we're planning prize giveaways, mini-stages, and even a puzzle-solving event. It's an event designed for you to simply come, play, see, touch, and remember what caught your eye. You can enjoy it with that level of casualness!
Of course, we'll also be holding the popular prize giveaways from last time—and we'll be doing them big! We've also prepared plenty of commemorative novelties, and we eagerly await your visit.
Venue Information
■Venue: LIFORK AKIHABARA II, Akihabara TMO Building, 3-13-2 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
Access to the Venue
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5-minute walk from Akihabara Station Electric Town Exit (JR Yamanote Line, Keihin-Tohoku Line, Chuo-Sobu Line) 4-minute walk from Suehirocho Station Exit 3 (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line)
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