Optimizing Force Feedback for Assetto Corsa EVO

Assetto Corsa EVO is poised to become one of the most beloved racing simulators for motorsport enthusiasts. Currently in Early Access, the sim is already delivering an immersive force feedback experience. For best results, it is important to properly configure the force feedback (FFB) settings on your Fanatec Base.

Let's explore how to fine-tune your force feedback settings to maximize your enjoyment of Assetto Corsa EVO.

Force feedback allows you to:

• Feel the car’s behavior: Detect loss of grip, understeer, or oversteer.
• Sense the track surface: Experience curbs, bumps, and changes in asphalt.
• Improve driving precision: React quickly to what’s happening on the track.

However, a poorly configured FFB can ruin the experience:

• Too weak: You lose important details.
• Too strong or uncalibrated: It becomes uncomfortable, imprecise, or leads to clipping (a loss of detail caused by exceeding the maximum force level).

To help you achieve the best results in Assetto Corsa EVO, consider the following settings:

Steering Lock:

In sim racing, the maximum rotation angle of the steering wheel (full left to full right) is an important value to set correctly, as it affects the realism and responsiveness of your steering inputs. For realism, ensure this value in-game matches the one set in the Tuning Menu.

FFB Gain: High in the Wheel App, Adjustable in-Game

• Set FFB to 80-100% in your Fanatec Control Panel.
• Adjust in-game to your preferred strength.

The FFB Gain parameter determines the overall intensity of the force feedback. It amplifies the feedback provided by the simulator. Be careful not to set it so high that it clips and loses detail.

Dynamic Damping: 40% as a Reference

Start with 40% for Dynamic Damping.
This parameter influences how quickly the wheel reacts, particularly during high-speed maneuvers or sudden directional changes. Dynamic damping varies based on the vehicle’s speed and other dynamic factors, enhancing control and realism.

Damper Gain: 20% as a Reference

Set Damper Gain to 20% for a stable and realistic feel.
This setting adds static damping, or resistance, to the wheel’s movement, stabilizing it and simulating the natural forces opposing steering inputs.

Here are some suggested parameters for the Fanatec Tuning Menu:

• NDP Natural Damper: 15-25%
• NFR Natural Friction: 0-5%
• NIN Natural Inertia: OFF
• INT Interpolation Filter: 2-6
• FEI Force Effect Intensity: 100%
• FOR Force Effect Strength: 100%
• SPR Spring Effect Strength: 100%
• DPR Damper Effect Strength: 100%

The overall FFB value depends on your base - typically a CSL DD (5-8 Nm) would always run at 100% strength, but ClubSport DDs and Podium DDs (12-25 Nm) might be more comfortable with values of 40-70%.

Test and adjust

The settings provided above are a solid starting point, but may need fine-tuning depending on your driving style, car type, and track preferences. Regularly test and adjust the settings until you find the balance that works best for you.

Monitor clipping

Pay attention to FFB clipping meters (available in many simulators). If clipping occurs, reduce the in-game FFB Gain to preserve the detail of the force feedback. It is usually better to turn up the base power and turn down the in-game forces.

By optimizing your force feedback settings in both the simulator and the Fanatec Tuning Menu, you can find the most immersive and realistic feedback for Assetto Corsa EVO. Force feedback settings are a matter of personal preference, so don't be afraid to experiment. Try to adjust one value at a time, so that you can identify the change in behavior. As a general rule, it's best to avoid high NDP, NFR, NIN, and INT values.