The settings.exe file is a crucial tool for Pro Evolution Soccer (PES) 2013
: If the settings tool shows "N/A" for your GPU or VRAM, go to your Nvidia Control Panel or AMD Software and manually add settings.exe to "High Performance" mode.
The original executable wasn’t designed for recent Windows updates. Many users report that the settings won’t save or the program simply won’t open. Newer patched versions fix these registry and permissions issues.
Original PES 2013 only natively supported DirectInput controllers. Modern gamepads use XInput. A new Settings.exe includes patches or wrappers that allow seamless mapping for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, and PS5 controllers.
: Copy the new settings.exe into your main PES 2013 installation folder (usually C:\Program Files (x86)\KONAMI\Pro Evolution Soccer 2013 ).