F1 2011

An impressive second season that fixes our gripes from the first game and turns F1 into an accomplished racer.

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"F1 2011" is a sports game that offers various game modes, including single-player, multi-player, and co-op. The game features the official teams, drivers, and circuits from the 2011 FIA FORMULA ONE season, with enhanced graphics and realistic physics. Players can compete in career mode, time attack, or online multiplayer, utilizing KERS and DRS to race wheel-to-wheel against opponents and become the 2011 FIA FORMULA ONE DRIVERS' WORLD CHAMPION.

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Reviews

69%

Audience ScoreBased on 210 reviews

graphics8 positive mentions

stability6 negative mentions

The game offers a nostalgic experience for F1 fans, featuring classic tracks and cars from the 2011 season.
Graphics and physics are well-implemented for an older title, providing a decent simulation experience.
The career mode is engaging, with realistic tire degradation and a variety of settings to customize the racing experience.

The game is plagued by compatibility issues with modern operating systems, particularly Windows 10, due to the defunct Games for Windows Live service.
Many players report frequent crashes and bugs, which can significantly hinder gameplay and progress.
The AI can be inconsistent, often being either too easy to beat or unrealistically fast, leading to a frustrating racing experience.

graphics
21 mentions
38 % positive mentions
48 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game are generally praised as impressive for its age, with many users noting significant improvements over previous iterations. While some mention that the visuals may not match the quality of more recent titles, they still appreciate the HD graphics and unique aesthetic. Additionally, the game runs smoothly on various systems, contributing to a nostalgic yet visually appealing experience.
- “It's amazing to play this again, with so much better looking graphics.”
- “Great game, graphics are excellent!”
- “Truly love this game... graphics are amazing.. I have an older computer with a weaker CPU but it still works.”
- “This means the tracks have actual differences in graphics, albeit it does look fuzzed out.”
- “On a choice were offered graphics (too gloomy for such glamorous sport), physics (tram), artificial intelligence of rivals (together with a cursor it was copied from dirt and grid not familiar with the world of 'formula one'), repetitions of races (even it is close not similar to the telepicture) and all intra game menus (annoyingly slow).”
- “[terrible ai, disappointing graphics, control layouts both hurt to use]”
stability
7 mentions
14 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
86 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is generally criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs and crashes, particularly when text is involved, and issues with sound. While some players find it runs well on their systems and appreciate the control mechanics, the overall consensus is that the game is unfinished and lacks sufficient patches from Codemasters to address these stability issues.
- “This 2011 F1 runs great on my PC, and the cars are easier to control than the newer F1 games. If you don't have a wheel controller, I use a PlayStation USB controller, and the cars are much more sensitive in the newer F1 games compared to this one.”
- “But then again, Codemasters released a buggy, unfinished dump of a game, so they deserve it.”
- “Nevertheless, it's very buggy and full of crashes; don't even bother trying to make this run properly.”
- “Fantastic F1 game, but unfortunately buggy, and Codemasters won't release more patches.”
gameplay
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
-25 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a mix of nostalgia with old cars and tracks, offering a solid simulation experience, though it lacks the polish of newer titles. Some users suggest it could be better categorized as a puzzle game, highlighting its engaging nature, with one player logging around 20 hours of enjoyment. Overall, while not flawless, the gameplay is generally well-received.
- “Great simulation and awesome gameplay.”
- “Should really be sold as some kind of puzzle game; I've had about 20 hours of gameplay as that, and it beat me though—first one in a long while.”
- “Gameplay, however, is good.”
- “Gameplay is not as polished as the new games, but it is still a cool snapshot of old cars and tracks.”
- “Should really be sold as some kind of puzzle game; I've had about 20 hours of gameplay as that. Beat me though, first one in a long while.”
optimization
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
-67 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews; while some users note significant improvements in graphics, sound, AI, and customization options, others criticize it for being poorly optimized, likening it to a console port that demands excessive resources even on lower-end systems.
- “At least I can only say that Codemasters optimized the whole game: better graphics, better sound, better AI, and details like the customizing options, along with a great co-op mode.”
- “Well optimized for my potato chips.”
- “The optimization is very poor, as if it was ported from a console to PC. F1 2020 takes less resources than this game.”
- “The game suffers from significant optimization issues, leading to performance drops even on high-end systems.”
- “Despite the potential, the lack of proper optimization makes the game feel sluggish and unresponsive.”
humor
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the humor in the game to be enjoyable, particularly noting the amusing aspect of the wheel override feature on the controller, which adds a lighthearted touch to the gameplay experience.
- “The funny thing in the game is the wheel override on the pad, which actually works really well in this game! XD”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever jokes and hilarious character interactions that keep you laughing.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor into its gameplay mechanics, making even the most challenging moments enjoyable.”