PlayStation 4 Setup
Breathe new life into your old racing wheel with Cronus Zen. Now supporting a range of awesome, but forgotten wheels from Logitech and Fanatec, fully functional on a PlayStation 4 with full Force Feedback, Pedals, Brakes, Clutch, and Shifter support for the latest SIM Racers!
LOGITECH QUOTE
"Unfortunately, our existing Logitech G wheels don’t work with next-generation systems. This is often a side effect of a new platform launch."
CRONUS QUOTE
"Nope."
👉 This page includes the following guides for PlayStation SIM Racer gaming:
🏁 DRIVE HUB
If you require more advanced support for newer games, and a much larger range of wheels, clutches, brakes, and shifters, as well as support for both the PS5 and XBOX SERIES X/S - we invite you to check out our dedicated Racing Wheel product, the Drive Hub 🛒
Please note there will be no further updates to Zen's Wheel mode (final update was Jan 2020) as there simply isn't enough space to handle the huge list of different brands of wheels, brakes, shifters and clutches, with support for both PlayStation and Xbox and dozens of games across multiple platforms.
That's why we developed the amazing Drive Hub - which has been GTPlanet's favorite wheel adapter since 2017!
This is the complete list of Logitech and Fanatec Wheels that are supported on a PlayStation 4 by Cronus Zen's Wheel Mode, including full Force Feedback support.
- Fanatec ClubSport Wheel Base v1
- Fanatec ClubSport Wheel Base v1.5
- Fanatec ClubSport Wheel Base v2
- Fanatec CSR
- Fanatec CSR Elite
- Fanatec Porsche 911 GT2
- Fanatec Porsche 911 GT3
- Fanatec Porsche 911 GT3 R
- Fanatec Porsche 911 GT3 RS v2
- Fanatec Porsche 911 Turbo
- Fanatec Porsche 911 Turbo S
- Logitech Driving Force GT
- Logitech G25
- Logitech G27
Fanatec Notes: Must be switched to PS3 mode with DC power supply connected. See the Fanatec PS3 Mode page for detailed instructions.
Logitech G25 Notes: The wheel must be switched to PS3 mode with the DC power supply connected. To change between six-speed and sequential mode, push straight down on shift knob and turn Mode Selection Dial so the red arrow points to the desired symbol. In sequential mode, the Sequential Mode Status Light will be on. In six-speed mode, the light will be off - Instructions PDF Logitech G27 Notes: The wheel must be switched to PS3 mode with the DC power supply connected - Instructions PDF
Logitech G29 Notes: Works on a PS4/PS5 without using Zen. The wheel must be switched to PS4 mode with the DC power supply connected - Instructions PDF
Logitech Gaming Software: Download
Zen's Wheel Mode has been tested working with the vast majority of SIM Racers that support racing wheels on the PS4, such as Gran Turismo 7, Assetto Corsa Competizione, F1 22, GRID Legends, and WRC 10.
This is the complete list of known compatible PS4 SIM Racers that work with Cronus Zen and Wheel Mode.
GAME | VERSION | US RELEASE DATE |
|---|---|---|
Assetto Corsa | PS4 | August 30, 2016 |
Assetto Corsa Competizione | PS4 | June 23, 2020 |
Baja: Edge of Control | PS4 | September 14, 2017 |
Dakar 18 | PS4 | September 25, 2018 |
DiRT 4 | PS4 | June 6, 2017 |
DiRT 5 | PS4 | November 6, 2020 |
Dirt Rally | PS4 | April 5, 2016 |
Dirt Rally 2.0 | PS4 | February 26, 2019 |
DRIVECLUB | PS4 | October 7, 2014 |
F1 2015 | PS4 | July 21, 2015 |
F1 2016 | PS4 | August 19, 2016 |
F1 2017 | PS4 | August 25, 2017 |
F1 2018 | PS4 | August 24, 2018 |
F1 2019 | PS4 | June 28, 2019 |
F1 2020 | PS4 | July 10, 2020 |
F1 2021 | PS4 | July 16, 2021 |
F1 22 | PS4 | July 1, 2022 |
Farming Simulator 15 | PS4 | May 19, 2015 |
Farming Simulator 17 | PS4 | October 25, 2016 |
Farming Simulator 19 | PS4 | November 20, 2018 |
Gran Turismo 7 | PS4 | March 4, 2022 |
Gran Turismo Sport | PS4 | October 17, 2017 |
Gravel | PS4 | February 27, 2018 |
GRID (2019) | PS4 | October 11, 2019 |
GRID Legends | PS4 | February 25, 2022 |
GRIP: Combat Racing | PS4 | November 6, 2018 |
Monster Jam Steel Titans | PS4 | June 25, 2019 |
Monster Jam Steel Titans 2 | PS4 | March 2, 2021 |
NASCAR Heat 3 | PS4 | September 7, 2018 |
NASCAR Heat 4 | PS4 | September 13, 2019 |
NASCAR Heat 5 | PS4 | July 7, 2020 |
Need for Speed Heat | PS4 | November 8, 2019 |
Need for Speed Payback | PS4 | November 10, 2017 |
Project CARS | PS4 | May 6, 2015 |
Project CARS 2 | PS4 | September 22, 2017 |
Project CARS 3 | PS4 | August 28, 2020 |
Snowrunner | PS4 | April 28, 2020 |
Spintires: Mudrunner | PS4 | October 31, 2017 |
The Crew 2 | PS4 | June 29, 2018 |
Truck Driver | PS4 | September 19, 2019 |
V-Rally 4 | PS4 | September 11, 2018 |
WRC 5 | PS4 | October 13, 2015 |
WRC 6 | PS4 | October 7, 2016 |
WRC 7 | PS4 | September 15, 2017 |
WRC 8 | PS4 | September 10, 2019 |
WRC 9 | PS4 | September 3, 2020 |
WRC 10 | PS4 | September 2, 2021 |
Wreckfest | PS4 | August 27, 2019 |
Xenon Racer | PS4 | March 26, 2019 |
Remember, Wheel Mode is only intended for SIM Racers that support Force Feedback, Clutch, Brakes, Shifter and Pedals. It doesn't support Arcade Racers such as Gear Club Unlimited 2, Hot Wheels Unleashed and Inertial Drift: Twilight Rivals Edition, which all work with a standard controller.
Now for the fun part. Follow these steps to get you started...
- Check the game is compatible with PS4 (see above list)
- No PlayStation controllers paired to the PS4 (delete them from Bluetooth Devices)
- Do not have any scripts or GamePacks enabled while setting up your wheel
When connecting a DUALSHOCK 4 to your PlayStation using an USB cable, it also pairs it to the console via Bluetooth. So, to correctly unpair a DS4 Bluetooth controller, simply connect Zen to the PlayStation using any controller, then it won't auto pair to the console after you 'Forget Device'👍
Be sure to apply the PS4 Settings below (or risk your wheel disconnecting) 👇
- Settings > Devices > Controllers > Select Controller then press OPTIONS > Forget Device
- Settings > Devices > Controllers > Communication Method: Use USB Cable
- Settings > Power Save Settings > Set Time Until Controllers Turn Off: Do Not Turn Off
Unlike other inferior products, all supported wheels are automatically re-mapped and converted so they detect in-game as a Logitech G29 with Force Feedback (FFB)👍 We do all the heavy lifting for you!
⚡IMPORTANT
If your wheel requires a power supply such as Logitech G25, G27 & G29 wheels (DC 24V 2A / 2000mA 48W), it must be connected (if you don't have the PSU, you can buy one from eBay for less than $20), and if you have any pedals, brakes, shifter, clutch, etc. that came with your wheel, make sure they all connected too. If the power supply is not connected, then your wheel will output strange behavior, for example when playing GT7 with a Logitech G27 and no AC/DC power supply connected, there may be no Force Feedback, the left D-PAD is continuously pressing, and the clutch will not detect at all.
You also need a PS4 license donor controller connected to A1, so that the wheel does not disconnect every 8-10 minutes. We recommend the DUALSHOCK 4 CUH-ZCT2 (DS4 v2) which is our preferred controller for all PS4 crossover setups. The table below speaks for itself 😁
DS4 Model | License Donor | Audio USB | Audio Bluetooth | DS4 Speaker | Switch Audio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
CUH-ZCT1X | NO | NO | NO | NO | NO |
CUH-ZCT2X | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES |
X: U=USA, E=Europe, J=Japan
Setup Hardware: PlayStation 4 console, DUALSHOCK 4 v2 controller, Zen Studio and Zen Firmware .
- Connect the CRONUS ZEN to a PC using the PROG USB port (mini-USB).
- Open ZEN STUDIO V > Tools > Zen Operational Mode > select Wheel Mode then click the FINISH button.
The Wheel Mode logo should now appear on Zen's OLED screen.
- Now go to Zen Studio's Device panel and set the Emulator Output Protocol to AUTO if it isn't already, and make sure that PS4 Speciality and PS Remote Play are NOT enabled.
- Tap Zen's reset button and the firmware version in the status bar should now read "Firmware version v WE. The active Operational Mode 'PS4 Wheel Edition Mode' is also displayed in the status bar. NOTE: If it says, 'Device Disconnected', unplug and reconnect the PROG (mini-USB) cable.
- Next, unplug all cables from the Zen (no power), then connect the DUALSHOCK 4 v2 to A1.
- Connect a compatible RACING WHEEL to A3 (don't forget the power supply).
- Finally, connect the CRONUS ZEN to a PS4 CONSOLE with the CONSOLE/PC (micro-USB) cable, then tap Zen's reset button so that everything syncs up correctly. IMPORTANT NOTE: If using a PS4 PRO, Zen must connect to the consoles rear USB port.
⛔ HAZARD WARNING!
DO NOT touch the wheel while the Force Feedback initialization and auto calibration is in progress. It will avoid injuries and/or incorrect calibration.
AUDIO: You can connect a wired headset to the A1 DUALSHOCK 4 v2 donor controller. However, it is recommended that you use a wireless headset, or one that connects directly to the console and not the controller. For more details see the Wired Headset Users page.
💡EXPERT LOGITECH SETTINGS
If you are looking for the best Logitech wheel settings, we highly recommend Brian Koponen's website, he is an expert in all things SIM Racers and guides you through settings for the Logitech GHUB software, and also in-game settings for every major racing game!
🚦LIVE MONITORING
If you wish to monitor controller outputs in real-time with Zen Studio, connect the PROG (mini-USB) cable from Zen to PC, and keep the Zen connected to your PS4 with the CONSOLE/PC (micro-USB) cable. Open Zen Studio and make sure the Zen is detected, then go to the Device panel and select Tools > Device Monitor (Shortcut: F3).
☢️TROUBLESHOOTING
If the Zen RGB LEDs do not light up, or if the wheel is not responding, unplug all USB cables from the Zen, reconnect, then press Zen's reset button and that should fix it. Make sure the controllers are powered on.
If your controller disconnects:
- The controller connected to A1 does not work as a donor (e.g., DS4 v1).
- The USB cable from the donor controller to the Zen is bad.
- The USB port on the controller is damaged.
- The DUALSHOCK 4 is paired to the console by Bluetooth.
For more detailed help, check out the extensive Cronus Support Checklist 👈 guide.