If you are a fan of the EA Sports WRC game and you own a Thrustmaster TGT2 steering wheel, you may have experienced issues with the PS5 version of the game not recognizing your wheel.
This can be frustrating, especially if you have invested time and money into your gaming setup.
Fortunately, there are several solutions that you can try to fix this problem and get back to enjoying your favorite racing game with your preferred steering wheel.
In this blog post, we will guide you through the steps to fix the EA Sports WRC PS5 version can’t recognize Thrustmaster TGT2 steering wheel issue.
How To Fix EA Sports WRC PS5 Version Can’t Recognize Thrustmaster TGT2 Steering Wheel
If you are experiencing issues with your Thrustmaster TGT2 steering wheel not being recognized by the PS5 version of EA Sports WRC game, there are several solutions that you can try.
Here are some of the most effective fixes:
1. Update Your Thrustmaster TGT2 Firmware
Make sure that your wheel’s firmware is up to date. You can check your wheel’s firmware version in the top right corner of the control panel’s tabs.
If your firmware is not up to date, you can download the latest firmware from the official Thrustmaster website.
- Open the Thrustmaster Control Panel on your PC.
- Click on the “Information” tab in the top right corner.
- Check the current firmware version of your wheel.
- If your firmware is not up to date, visit the official Thrustmaster website and download the latest firmware for your wheel.
- Follow the instructions provided with the firmware to update your wheel’s firmware.
Updating your firmware can sometimes solve issues with your wheel not being recognized by the PS5.
2. Manually Power On Your PS5
Turn off or put your PS5 in standby mode and then manually power it on using the button on the console itself.
Do not use the controller to power on your PS5.
- Turn off your PS5 or put it in standby mode.
- Press and hold the power button on the console until you hear two beeps.
- Connect your Thrustmaster TGT2 steering wheel to your PS5.
- Launch the EA Sports WRC game and check if the wheel is recognized.
3. Disconnect Your Controller
When connecting your Thrustmaster TGT2 steering wheel for the first time, make sure that your controller is not connected to your console.
Some users have reported that having the controller connected can cause issues with the wheel not being recognized by the PS5 version of the game.
- Turn off your PS5 or put it in standby mode.
- Disconnect your controller from your PS5.
- Connect your Thrustmaster TGT2 steering wheel to your PS5.
- Launch the EA Sports WRC game and check if the wheel is recognized.
4. Check For Game Updates
Make sure that you have the latest version of the EA Sports WRC game installed on your PS5.
- Open your game library on your PS5.
- Highlight the EA Sports WRC game and press the “Options” button on your controller.
- Select “Check for Updates” and install any available updates.
Sometimes, game updates can include fixes for issues with steering wheel compatibility.
5. Check For PS5 System Updates
Make sure that your PS5 is running the latest system software. Check for updates in your PS5 settings and install any available updates.
- Go to your PS5 settings.
- Select “System Software Update” and check for any available updates.
- Install any available updates.
Sometimes, system updates can include fixes for issues with hardware compatibility.
6. Try A Different USB Port
If your Thrustmaster TGT2 steering wheel is not being recognized by the PS5, try connecting it to a different USB port on your console.
- Disconnect your Thrustmaster TGT2 steering wheel from your current USB port.
- Connect it to a different USB port on your PS5.
- Launch the EA Sports WRC game and check if the wheel is recognized.
Some users have reported that certain USB ports on the PS5 can cause issues with steering wheel compatibility.
7. Contact EA Sports Support
If none of the above solutions work, you can contact EA Sports support for further assistance.
They may be able to provide additional troubleshooting steps or escalate the issue to their development team for a fix.