It’s a great time to be a racing game fan. Forza Motorsport (2023) will release on October 10, 2023, and F1 23 is already here. Officially launched on June 16th, 2023, F1 23 is the sixteenth major title in the F1 series. Fans can purchase the game on Microsoft Windows, Linux, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. No word on a Nintendo Switch or macOS port, though. Well, narratives haven’t always been the strong point for racing games, but what F1 23 has done with Braking Point 2 seems quite competent. Aside from that, as F1 23 happens to be a fresh release, players are yet again encountering some major and minor issues. Well, as per recent reports, one such major issue is the Thrustmaster controller not working properly in the game.
If you are a racing video game aficionado, then you must be pretty familiar with Thrustmaster. After all, they kind of have the monopoly on the best wheels and controllers for racing games. F1 fans especially love them, as they provide the best racing experience. As great as they may be, they aren’t immune to issues like any other controller or joystick. Some players are reportedly having trouble using their Thrustmaster controller/wheel with F1 23. So, if you are facing the same problem, this guide is for you.
F1 23 (F1 2023) Thrustmaster not working: How to fix it?
We can’t really pinpoint the root cause of the issue, as it might be a faulty controller or issues with updates and such. Due to this, it’s recommended that you follow the given workarounds diligently.
Disconnect and Reconnect Thrustmaster –
The minute you start encountering this problem, we recommend that you disconnect the controller from your device, i.e., console or PC. Wait a good minute or two, and then reconnect it again. Now see if the issue is still there. If it is, consider repeating this step 4–5 times. Eventually, the controller should function.
Do a firmware update –
Firmware updates are very important for Thrustmaster controllers. If you haven’t done a firmware update in a while, we suggest you do so. Since there are a number of Thrustmaster wheels out there, it’s best to visit the Thrustmaster website and download the latest firmware update for your specific device. After this, install it, and then check if the issue persists.
Use another Thrustmaster controller/wheel –
One reason you are encountering this issue might be due to your current Thrustmaster controller/wheel having some internal problems. The best way to verify this is to just use another Thrustmaster device to play the game, provided you have another one lying around. If not, then proceed with the next method.
Disconnect all other peripherals from your device –
Another workaround that you can try is to simply disconnect all extra peripherals from your device. Unplug other controllers, flash drives, and such. Then disconnect your Thrustmaster and plug it in again. This should fix the issue.
Check your Thrustmaster for hardware damage –
Hardware damage can be a big factor in this issue. It is recommended that players check their Thrustmaster controller/wheel for hardware damage. If there is one, then you need to either send it for repair or buy another.
Anyway, we hope that with the help of this guide, you are able to get rid of the problem. For more guides like this, don’t forget to follow DigiStatement.
Also, read: F1 23 (F1 2023) not detecting wheel on PS5 & PS4: How to fix it?
