Asetek – Invicta Formula Button Box Revealed

Danish Sim Racing peripheral manufacturer Asetek Sim Sports introduced its new flagship Invicta Formula Button Box.

While named a button box, the unit is in essence the bulk of a 300mm steering wheel with exchangeable handles, (Regular Handles, XL Handles, LMP Handles, and Suede Handles), paddle shifters (6 paddle standard, or 6 paddle forged carbon), various faceplate materials, a choice of colors for the buttons and encoders.

To make choices as easy as possible, Asetek has created an online wheel configurator allowing the customer to effortlessly preview every adjustment in real time. 

The lightweight wheel hub is built from a solid block of aluminum with a carbon fiber front plate. The wheel features a 4.3″ 800×480 resolution, 60Hz LCD display that provides the usual telemetry data. On top of the screen, we find a 15 LED Rev bar, and 6 additional customizable LEDs. Three on each side.

The screen content can be customized using different dashboards via RaceHub or SimHub.

Note: Asetek has stated they will provide a touchscreen solution in the near future.

The wheel features 12 buttons (10 illuminated on the front, 2 on the back), 3 rotary switches, 6 thumb encoders, and 2 rocker switches, boosting 144 individual input options.

The button illumination has a number of functions. They can be configured with different color settings for pressed and unpressed states. Furthermore, the light can act as a proximity warning, and ABS activation indicator.

While Asetek provides a quick release for their in-house wheelbases, the wheel rim can also be used with third-party wheelbases via a 70x6mm mounting pattern. On third-party wheelbases, the electronics can be connected to your PC via a standard USB connection.

Depending on your choices in the configurator, the price starts at 1.562,49 € + shipping.

Here are some of the key features of the Invicta Formula Button Box:

• Customization: A 3D online configurator allows you to preview every adjustment in real time, ensuring you get the perfect setup.  
• Buttons and switches: The wheel features 12 buttons, 3 rotary switches, 6 thumb encoders, and 2 rocker switches, providing plenty of inputs for in-car adjustments.  
• Force feedback: The combination of rigidity and lightweight design ensures that all vital force feedback details are transmitted directly to your hands, providing unparalleled control.  
• Premium materials: The wheel is made from high-quality materials, including aluminum and carbon fiber, resulting in a durable and luxurious feel.  
• Modular design: The Invicta Formula Button Box is part of Asetek’s ecosystem, allowing you to purchase additional accessories to further customize your wheel. ¹  

Specifications:

Design features:

• Anodized aluminum buttons
• Anodized aluminum thumb wheels
• Anodized aluminum rotaries
• 144 input options
• 47 aRGB LEDs
• 4 mm carbon front plate (woven/forged)
• Exchangeable handles
• 4.3″ 800 x 480 pixels LCD touch panel
• Ø70×6 mm mounting pattern for Quick Release or other 3rd party wheelbase mounts
• USB-C connection for 3rd party wheelbases

Software features:

• Display configurable in RaceHub or customizable with SimHub compatibility.

Learn more about SimHub features here.

Dimensions:

• 300 mm diameter with Regular and LMP Handles.
• 304 mm diameter with XL and Suede Handles.

Compatibility:

• Asetek SimSports Wheelbases – when the USB-C Quick Release Adapter is mounted.
• Other wheelbases – when the 3rd Party Wheelbase Adapter or a 3rd party Quick Release are mounted.

NOTE: The Invicta Formula Button Box is not compatible with the Invicta Quick Release Adapter (USB-A) and Steering Wheel Button Color Kit.

Invicta Display minimum requirements:

CPU:

• Intel Core i3-8100 or AMD Ryzen 3 2300X or faster.

RAM

• 8GB RAM or more.

GPU:

• Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 or AMD Radeon RX 580 or faster.

PC:

To the extent possible, an upgrade to console support is planned in the future via a motherboard exchange. 

Platforms:

Windows 10 and 11.

Games:

• Assetto Corsa 
• Assetto Corsa Competizione 
• DiRT Rally 
• DiRT Rally 2.0
• F1 Series 
• iRacing 
• Project Cars 2 
• rFactor 2 

About Asetek

Asetek (ASTK), a global leader in mechatronic innovation, is a Danish garage-to-stock-exchange success story. Founded in 2000, Asetek established its innovative position as the leading OEM developer and producer of the all-in-one liquid cooler for all major PC & Enthusiast gaming brands. In 2021, Asetek introduced its line of products for next-level immersive SimSports gaming experiences. Asetek is headquartered in Denmark and has operations in China, Taiwan, and the United States.

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Official Webpages – www.asetek.com/simsports

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