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Formula Legends update adds new collision system, PC wheel support

Formula Legends update adds new collision system, PC wheel support

Some of the major critiques for the retro-racer are being ticked off.

Formula Legends now supports steering wheels on PC, with consoles coming later.

But, in our opinion, this isn’t the most-important part of the Version 1.3 update that was released today, 13th February 2026.

Formula Legends visual damage

By far and away, one of the most frustrating elements of the 3DClouds-created title has been the sticky, unpredictable, car-to-car contact. At times, it would ruin the experience.

A new system has now been implemented, in theory proving more life-like contact – thank goodness.

Tied in with this feature is the addition of visual damage, being able to map wheel control inputs and changes to qualifying timings.

Oh, and yes, you can now drive it on PC with Fanatec, Logitech, Thurstmaster and Moza equipment – the brands which are believed to make up the majority of the wheel market.

There are further updates and DLC to come, with the next teased to be contemporary, perhaps based around the 2026 definitely-not-F1 season.

Formula Legends Patch 1.3 notes

Gameplay & Rules

  • Improved qualification session timing for more reliable session flow
  • Rebalanced the Tire Master pilot perk to prevent overpowering while still rewarding smart tyre management
  • Improved gear shifting behavior for more consistent and responsive changes
  • Refined vehicle collision boxes to reduce invisible contacts and unexpected side collisions

Controls & Visual Settings

  • Improved steering wheel input remapping for easier configuration and better compatibility
  • Fixed the Depth of Field option so it now behaves correctly and reflects selected values

Steering Wheel & Force Feedback

  • Improved deadzone behavior and overall force feedback consistency
  • Reduced excessive force feedback during gear changes
  • Restored wheel slip feedback and fixed unwanted vibrations
  • Fixed force feedback turning off in menus or after qualifying

Controls, UI & Gameplay

  • Fixed throttle not always reaching 100% and improved pedal behavior
  • Restored missing wheel steering options on supported platforms
  • Fixed tyre selection issues and race timer behavior during pit stops
  • Improved stability, menus, tutorials, and localisation

Audio & Visuals

  • Added new audio feedback when a gear can’t be engaged due to RPM limits
  • Fixed impact and engine audio issues after collisions
  • Fixed custom camera crashes and visual option inconsistencies

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