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Driving tips · 1 min read · By HyperLeaque

Keyboard Racing Game Controls: Setting Up for Comfort and Control

Tips for steering, braking and staying comfortable when playing racing games on a keyboard.

racing game keyboard controls — HyperLeaque track artwork
HyperLeaque track artwork.

You do not need a wheel to race well.

Hand position

Keep fingers resting on the control keys so you can react without hunting for them.

Tap, do not hold

Short taps on steering keys give finer control than holding down a key.

Posture

Sit upright, keep wrists relaxed and take short breaks.

Reduce lag

Close extra tabs and heavy apps so the game runs smoothly.

Test on a slow track first

Warm up with a few relaxed laps before attempting a record.

Open the game

Your next race is waiting.

Choose a race