Published: Late 2021 Update (Still relevant for legacy players)
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Delete Hardware Settings: Deleting the hardware settings folder in your Documents (Documents\My Games\F1 2013\hardwaresettings) can sometimes reset the input bug. f1 2013 name change fix 2021
Open Localisation File: Open the language file for your region (e.g., _eng.lng) located in the game's localisation folder.
The "Player One" bug in F1 2013 is a notorious issue where the game refuses to register custom driver names, locking players into a default identity. This often stems from a conflict with the game's internal profile system or corrupted .dll files that fail to handle keyboard inputs for player data. Primary Fix: Replacing steam_api.dll F1 2013 Name Change Fix 2021: The Ultimate
Skip Initial Setup: Start the game and accept the default "Player One" name initially.
By following these steps and tips, you should be able to enjoy F1 2013 with the correct driver names. Open Localisation File : Open the language file
Once the file is replaced in the game folder, you can navigate to MyF1 > Driver Information > Driver Details to freely edit your first and last names.