F1 25, the latest installment in the officially licensed Formula One game series by Codemasters/EA Sports, is reviewed as a culmination of realism and fantasy elements. It features the return of the story mode "Braking Point," a revamped "My Team" career mode, a tie-in with the forthcoming "F1: The Movie" (including playing as Brad Pitt), and the intriguing option to race on three tracks in reverse direction.
F1 25 review – nailed-on realism, even when you drive the wrong way round
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️F1 25, the latest installment in the officially licensed Formula One game series by Codemasters/EA Sports, is reviewed as a culmination of realism and fantasy elements. It features the return of the story mode "Braking Point," a revamped "My Team" career mode, a tie-in with the forthcoming "F1: The Movie" (including playing as Brad Pitt), and the intriguing option to race on three tracks in reverse direction.
- 1 Last year: F1 24 released
- 2 May 28, 2025: Article published (F1 25 review)
- 3 Post-launch: Challenge Career scenarios and F1: The Movie scenarios to be delivered
- 4 Next year: Real-life F1 rule-change for cars
- Release of a new F1 game for fans
- Enhanced gaming experience with new features and realism
- Potential for increased engagement with the F1 franchise through game and movie tie-ins
What: A review of the F1 25 video game, highlighting its features and improvements.
When: Published May 28, 2025; F1 24 was released last year; rule-change next year for real-life F1 cars.
Where: Birmingham (Codemasters developer location); Silverstone, Zandvoort, Austria’s Red Bull Ring (in-game tracks).
Why: To provide an updated and enhanced Formula One racing simulation experience for fans, incorporating new features, improved physics, and fantasy elements.
How: Codemasters developed F1 25 with a refined physics model, state-of-the-art graphics, and new modes like Braking Point (story), My Team 2.0 (career management), and Challenge Career, along with unique features like reverse track racing and movie tie-ins.