Are you using the or a modded installation of F1 2013? Can't change my name! :: F1 2013 General Discussion
with a working version found in community-sourced fixes like SKIDROW's F1 '13 Name Changer Fix Access the Menu
While these mods are fantastic, they are limited by the game's original engine:
Search for a file named steam_api.ini , steam_emu.ini , or force_account_name.txt . Right-click the file and open it using . f1 2013 name change fix 2021
: Right-click the file and select Open with Notepad .
To change the names of AI drivers or team names (e.g., updating the 2013 roster to modern teams), you can use the .
: Proceed with the profile creation using the default "Player One" name. Navigate to MyF1 : Once in the main menu, go to Driver Information Driver Details Are you using the or a modded installation of F1 2013
Check if the real driver names (like Sebastian Vettel or Fernando Alonso) reappear. Step 4: Install a Custom Database Mod
(originally popular for F1 2020) allow for one-click name and team changes by bypassing inaccessible language files. Emulator Configuration
The F1 2013 name change bug post-2021 stems from expired security checks blocking language file access. Replacing the affected .bff file with a community-corrected version resolves the issue without altering core gameplay. Users are advised to apply Method A and avoid re-verifying game files via Steam, as that will revert the fix. Right-click the file and open it using
: Go to MyF1 > Driver Information > Driver Details .
: Locate and download the standalone community update, SKIDROW's F1 '13 Name Changer Fix 1.0 , available on sim-racing community hubs like OverTake.gg.
The issue is almost always tied to specific game versions (often cracked or legacy installs) where the steam_api.dll
Copy the extracted mod files and paste them into the main F1 2013 folder. Select "Yes" or "Replace" when prompted to overwrite existing files.
: For some versions, you can manually set your name by opening the steam_api.ini