Getting Started

Controls & Settings Guide —Controller, Keyboard, Wheel

Beginner 5 min read Updated 2026-05-12

Controller (Xbox)

ActionButton
AccelerateRT
Brake / ReverseLT
SteerLeft Stick
HandbrakeA
RewindY
Change CameraChange View
Map / FestivalView Button
Pause / MenuMenu Button
Shift Up (Manual)RB
Shift Down (Manual)LB
HornLeft Stick Click
Look BehindRight Stick Click

Keyboard Defaults

ActionKey
AccelerateW / Up
Brake / ReverseS / Down
Steer LeftA
Steer RightD
HandbrakeSpace
RewindR
CameraC
MapM
Shift UpE
Shift DownQ

All key bindings are fully customizable in Settings —Controls.

Racing Wheel Support

BrandModelsNotes
LogitechG29, G920, G923Full force feedback
ThrustmasterT300RS, T248, T-GTFFB + pedal support
FanatecCSL DD, Podium DDDirectDrive support
MOZAR5, R9, R16Compatible via DirectInput

Setup tips:

  • Set steering rotation to 540掳—?00�?for realistic feel
  • Update firmware via manufacturer software before launching
  • Use Simulation Steering in difficulty settings for wheel play

Difficulty Settings

SettingRecommendation
Drivatar DifficultyStart at "Average" or "Above Average"
BrakingABS: On (beginners), Off (advanced)
Traction ControlOn for wet/snow terrain
Stability ControlOff (slows you down)
Racing LineFull (with braking鎻愮�? for learning
RewindAlways 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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