Usually this information is available in the game manual.
If the controller is supported and game menu includes a button mapping then you can set the controls.
This specific information is not available yet for the upcoming title Need For Speed Rivals.
However for example Need for Speed The Run you can change the controls (The Run Manuals)
- Changing Controls - NFS The Run
Can I manually map the controls?
Yes, Need for Speed The Run supports full button mapping to allow you assign each control function (for example, brake / acceleration) to whatever button you want it to be. To manually map your controls in game go to SETTINGS – GAMEPLAY - CONTROLS
