Basics

Controls & Settings Guide — Controller, Keyboard, Wheel

Beginner 5 min read

Controller (Xbox)

Action Button
Accelerate RT
Brake / Reverse LT
Steer Left Stick
Handbrake A
Rewind Y
Change Camera Change View
Map / Festival View Button
Pause / Menu Menu Button
Shift Up (Manual) RB
Shift Down (Manual) LB
Horn Left Stick Click
Look Behind Right Stick Click

Keyboard Defaults

Action Key
Accelerate W / Up
Brake / Reverse S / Down
Steer Left A
Steer Right D
Handbrake Space
Rewind R
Camera C
Map M
Shift Up E
Shift Down Q

All key bindings are fully customizable in Settings → Controls.

Racing Wheel Support

Brand Models Notes
Logitech G29, G920, G923 Full force feedback
Thrustmaster T300RS, T248, T-GT FFB + pedal support
Fanatec CSL DD, Podium DD DirectDrive support
MOZA R5, R9, R16 Compatible via DirectInput

Setup tips:

  • Set steering rotation to 540°–900° for realistic feel
  • Update firmware via manufacturer software before launching
  • Use Simulation Steering in difficulty settings for wheel play

Difficulty Settings

Setting Recommendation
Drivatar Difficulty Start at "Average" or "Above Average"
Braking ABS: On (beginners), Off (advanced)
Traction Control On for wet/snow terrain
Stability Control Off (slows you down)
Racing Line Full (with braking提示) for learning
Rewind Always available, no penalty

Accessibility Features

FH6 includes several accessibility options:

  • Auto-Drive — automatic navigation to waypoints
  • High Contrast Mode — improved UI readability
  • Car Proximity Radar — shows nearby vehicles
  • ASL / BSL support — American and British Sign Language
  • Subtitle customization — size, background, opacity

Next: Learn about Car Classes & PI System to understand vehicle performance.

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