F1 DRIVING IN YOUR SITTING ROOM - THE GAME FRAME

This Game Racer Offers The Opportunity For A Real F1-Style Driving Experience In Your Front Room. Yes Really

So you're racking your brains trying to think of what to buy for the person who has everything. You've drawn a blank and you're thinking about going for the easy, but predictable option of more clothes, a DVD or maybe another computer game. Don't bother: instead, check this out.

The Game Racer does exactly what it says on the tin - and more. It's described by its creator, kart racing guru Ian Berry, as “the very latest must-have accessory for driving game fanatics. A revolutionary and practical design developed to bring realistic driving experiences into your living room.” We've heard it all before of course but for once, the marketing PR actually fits with the truth. Whatever computer or video driving game fits your fancy, a Game Racer is an essential companion for it.

So what exactly is it? Well, the Game Racer is essentially a frame that the driver sits in, just like a racing car cockpit. No more balancing your PlayStation steering wheel on your knees or trying to stamp on the pedals only to find that they've slid under the sofa. Sit in a Game Racer and you could be on the grid at Brands Hatch - the seating position and cockpit feel is that realistic.

The whole package comes complete with a steering wheel and pedals and can be used with a Sony Playstation, X-Box or a PC. Having tried it, we found that it created a far more realistic experience than you'd normally receive sitting on your armchair or sofa. The driver senses that they ...