You should now be able to highlight and edit the first and last name fields.

Find the line UserName = PLAYER ONE and change it to your desired name. Applying the Change In-Game

Close out to your desktop and reboot F1 2013. Your new customized name will now display correctly across your career and quick races. Method 2: The Steam API Configuration Edit (Digital Copies)

The F1 2013 name change fix is not a myth — it is a straightforward process once you understand the game’s archaic save structure. Whether you are a veteran returning for a nostalgia trip or a newcomer discovering the legendary classic content, you no longer need to tolerate "M. Smith" dominating your leaderboards.

Go to MyF1 > Driver Information > Driver Details .

Corrupted hardware configurations and conflicts with Steam Cloud frequently trigger profile name lockouts. Clearing out temporary local data forces F1 2013 to rebuild a fresh, functional profile. Step 1: Delete Hardware Settings

When launching the game for the first time, do not try to fight the text box. Accept the profile creation using whatever default name appears (typically "Player One").

: Right-click F1 2013 in your Steam Library , go to Properties > Installed Files , and select Verify integrity of game files .

If your version uses an .ini file (like steam_emu.ini ), open it with Notepad.