AC Graphics & Controls Setup
12 min readBeginnerUpdated February 2026
What You'll Learn
- Graphics settings for all PC specs (low to ultra)
- How to configure steering wheels properly
- Force feedback (FFB) tuning for realistic feel
- Controller and keyboard setup
- In-game HUD and camera settings
Part 1: Graphics Optimization
Budget PC Settings (30-60 FPS)
Target Hardware: GTX 750 Ti / RX 560, 8GB RAM, older CPUs
- Resolution: 1080p
- Fullscreen: Yes
- VSync: On (prevents tearing)
- Anti-Aliasing: 2x
- Anisotropic Filtering: 4x
- World Detail: Medium
- Shadow Resolution: Low (1024)
- Smoke Generation: Off
- Post-Processing: Low
- Motion Blur: Off
Mid-Range Settings (60-90 FPS)
Target Hardware: GTX 1060 / RX 580, 16GB RAM, modern i5/Ryzen 5
- Resolution: 1080p or 1440p
- Anti-Aliasing: 4x
- Anisotropic Filtering: 16x
- World Detail: High
- Shadow Resolution: Medium (2048)
- Smoke Generation: On
- Post-Processing: High
- Reflections: High
- Motion Blur: Personal preference
High-End Settings (90-144+ FPS)
Target Hardware: RTX 3060+ / RX 6700+, 16GB+ RAM, modern i7/Ryzen 7
- Resolution: 1440p or 4K
- Anti-Aliasing: 8x
- Anisotropic Filtering: 16x
- World Detail: Maximum
- Shadow Resolution: High or Maximum (4096)
- Smoke Generation: On
- Post-Processing: Maximum
- Reflections Quality: Maximum
- CSP Settings: Ultra preset with all features enabled
Custom Shaders Patch Graphics
If you have CSP installed (strongly recommended):
Content Manager → Settings → Custom Shaders Patch:
- Preset: Choose based on PC:
- Budget: "Performance"
- Mid-range: "Quality"
- High-end: "Maximum" or "Ultra"
- Real Mirrors: On (much better rear view)
- Smart Shadows: On
- Extra FX: On (rain, lights, etc.)
- SSAO: On (ambient shadows)
- God Rays: On (light shafts)
Part 2: Steering Wheel Setup
Initial Wheel Configuration
- Connect your wheel and install drivers (Logitech G Hub, Thrustmaster Control Panel, etc.)
- Open Content Manager → Settings → Assetto Corsa → Controls
- Click Setup New Controller
- Follow wizard:
- Turn wheel left → right
- Press gas → brake → clutch
- Map all buttons (shift up/down, look left/right, etc.)
- Save the profile with a name (e.g., "G29_Main")
Force Feedback (FFB) Settings
The most important settings for realistic wheel feel:
Basic FFB Settings:
- FFB Gain: Start at 60-70%
- Too low: No feeling from the wheel
- Too high: Clipping (loss of detail)
- Adjust per car - some need more, some less
- Minimum FFB: 0% (zero)
- Filter FFB: 0% (unless wheel is noisy)
- Damper: 0%
- Kerb Effects: 50-100% (personal preference)
- Road Effects: 50-100%
- Slip Effect: 0%
⚠️ Important: Turn OFF any FFB in your wheel's driver software. AC should control all FFB.
FFB Per Wheel Type
Logitech G29/G920/G923
- FFB Gain: 80-100%
- Filter: 5% (reduces notchy feeling)
- Kerb/Road: 80%
- Note: These wheels are strong, can handle high gain
Thrustmaster T150/TMX
- FFB Gain: 70-85%
- Filter: 0%
- Kerb/Road: 60-80%
- Note: Hybrid belt/gear, moderate strength
Thrustmaster T300/TX
- FFB Gain: 65-80%
- Filter: 0%
- Kerb/Road: 70-90%
- Note: Smooth belt-driven, very detailed
Direct Drive (Fanatec DD, Moza, Simucube)
- FFB Gain: 40-60% (very strong motors)
- Filter: 0%
- Kerb/Road: 50-70%
- Note: Incredibly detailed, adjust carefully
Testing Your FFB
- Choose a car you know (BMW M3 E92 is good)
- Drive on a bumpy track (Nordschleife, Imola)
- You should feel:
- Bumps and kerbs
- Weight transfer in corners
- Loss of grip before sliding
- Different surfaces (smooth tarmac vs rough)
- If wheel feels too light: Increase FFB Gain
- If wheel feels "dead" or clipping: Decrease FFB Gain
- Enable FFB Clipping App to see if you're clipping (red bar)
Part 3: Controller & Keyboard Setup
Xbox/PlayStation Controller
Recommended Settings:
- Steering: Left stick (analog)
- Acceleration: Right trigger (analog)
- Brake: Left trigger (analog)
- Shift Up: Right bumper
- Shift Down: Left bumper
- Look Left/Right: Right stick
- Handbrake: A button
Controller Assists (Enable these!):
- Steering Assist: 30-50%
- Auto-Blip: On
- ABS: Factory
- Traction Control: Factory or higher
- Stability Control: Off (makes cars unpredictable)
Keyboard Controls
Default Keyboard Mapping:
- Steer Left/Right: A / D
- Accelerate: W
- Brake: S
- Shift Up/Down: Q / E
- Handbrake: Space
- Clutch: Shift
- Look Left/Right: Arrow Keys
Keyboard Assists: Max out all assists. Keyboard is very difficult - consider upgrading to a controller or wheel.
Part 4: Camera & HUD Settings
Camera Views
Press F1-F6 to cycle camera views:
- F1 - Cockpit View: Most immersive, see dashboard
- F5 - Bonnet/Hood View: Good visibility, popular for racing
- F6 - Chase Cam: Third-person view (less realistic)
Adjusting Camera:
- In cockpit view, hold Ctrl + Arrow Keys to move camera
- Ctrl + Numpad +/- to adjust FOV (field of view)
- CSP allows saving custom camera positions per car
HUD Configuration
Press Home key to open Apps menu, then enable:
- Essentials:
- Timing App (lap times, delta)
- Pedals App (see throttle/brake input)
- Gear/Speed indicator (if not using cockpit view)
- Optional:
- Track Map
- Tire Info (temperatures, wear)
- Damage Displayer
Drag apps to reposition. Less is more - don't clutter your screen!
Part 5: In-Game Assists
Beginner Settings:
- ABS: Factory (prevents wheel lock)
- Traction Control: Factory or higher
- Auto-Clutch: On
- Auto-Blip: On (helps downshifts)
- Stability Control: Off (weird handling)
- Ideal Line: On while learning tracks
As You Improve:
- Gradually reduce TC and ABS
- Turn off ideal line (learn by feeling)
- Eventually try no assists for full immersion
Quick Troubleshooting
Wheel Not Detected
- Install manufacturer drivers
- Restart AC after connecting wheel
- Set wheel to PC mode (check manual)
- Try different USB ports
FFB Feels Wrong
- Disable FFB in wheel drivers
- Check cables are fully connected
- Different cars feel different (some have heavy steering)
- Enable FFB Clipping App to check for clipping