F1 2019

F1 2019 retains immaculate handling and visuals while adding cinematic spectacle and junior series racing.

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"F1 2019" is a sports game that offers both single-player and multiplayer modes. Players can experience the thrill of racing a 2019 regulation car, designed in collaboration with F1's technical team, with various livery options for personalization. The game features 2019 F1 Team liveries, stunning visuals, and some humor, but watch out for bugs that may affect gameplay.

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Reviews

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 4,888 reviews

graphics244 positive mentions

stability57 negative mentions

graphics
405 mentions
60 % positive mentions
38 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The graphics in F1 2019 have received widespread acclaim for their realism and detail, with many reviewers noting significant improvements over previous iterations, particularly in lighting and environmental effects. Players have praised the stunning visuals, especially during night races, and the overall graphical fidelity that enhances the immersive racing experience. However, some users have reported technical issues, such as bugs and performance drops, particularly when using certain graphics settings or hardware configurations.
- “The graphics are fantastic, the cars and tire wear feel pretty good, and the intensity is there in most races.”
- “The graphics are gorgeous and something to behold, and the night races are improved so much thanks to the improvements to the lighting.”
- “Amazing graphics and the races are amazing.”
- “However, the graphics suck, and it's clearly oriented for a PS4 or Xbox console.”
- “The game doesn't work in DX12 through Steam; it will play but will regularly crash at random times, so you have to play in DX11 which has several graphics glitches.”
- “Sadly in the graphics department, I didn't notice much, if any, of an improvement over last year.”
gameplay
168 mentions
43 % positive mentions
55 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the F1 series has seen significant improvements, with many players praising the smooth mechanics, enhanced graphics, and engaging racing experience. While some users noted issues with handling and AI performance, the overall consensus highlights a fun and immersive experience, particularly for fans of racing simulations. The addition of new features, such as the F2 series and a more detailed career mode, has also contributed to the game's replayability and depth.
- “Great gameplay, vastly improved from the last F1 game I played (2013).”
- “The mechanics are the same; however, you have way more choice in how you want your car to behave thanks to the added upgrades system.”
- “Amazing graphics and very realistic gameplay.”
- “I was very surprised when I discovered that almost all the gameplay in F1 2020 is just lazily copy and pasted from this game, but they made it worse somehow.”
- “I really dislike the handling mechanics in this game; everything feels so artificial.”
- “The mechanics of the game are abused to the point where the guy hitting you gets no penalty and you end up getting a penalty.”
story
150 mentions
27 % positive mentions
68 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the introduction of a career mode that begins in Formula 2, providing a narrative arc and rivalries. However, critics note that the story feels incomplete, as it fizzles out once players transition to Formula 1, leaving a desire for more depth and continuity in the narrative. Overall, while the story elements enhance the experience, they are often seen as underdeveloped and lacking in engagement.
- “Amazing graphics, and the storyline in career mode is great!”
- “The f2 part of the game was really fun and the story elements added were also great but the best part of all was the fact that they added so many helmets!”
- “The way they have done the storyline with the competitor and rival is such a great twist on it, creating a more immersive environment both on and off the track.”
- “The shoe-horned cut-scenes between the two fictional drivers tries to add some kind of story to the game, but literally goes no further than the introductory F2 portion.”
- “The story sort of fizzles out after the F2 career half season.”
- “Career mode in F2 has the storyline but once you've gone into the F1 season, the story just vanishes... you'll just receive what your rivals talked about to the media.”
optimization
66 mentions
24 % positive mentions
56 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing significant performance issues such as stuttering, frame rate drops, and crashes, particularly on certain hardware configurations. However, others report smooth gameplay and good performance even at high settings, indicating that optimization may vary based on individual setups. Overall, while the graphics and driving mechanics are praised, many users are calling for patches to address ongoing stability and performance problems.
- “The RPG aspect of earning points through performance and putting them into different stats like chassis and aerodynamics is pretty satisfying.”
- “The driving feels more natural and the optimization and graphics are solid.”
- “Overall, a very well-rounded game and optimized experience.”
- “Terribly optimized game... constant frame rate drops throughout every race... this is ridiculous for a game and team of this caliber.”
- “Patch 1.12 broke the performance of my game and many others' with a variety of symptoms.”
- “The game can be fun, the graphics are good, but how many years have the customers had to endure the same issues in these games - cars falling through the track; trouble with input & settings; program crashes; bad penalties; wonky physics; game freezes; memory leaks; graphic bugs; broken setups; garbled audio bugs; stuttering; bad replays; random disconnects.”
stability
63 mentions
8 % positive mentions
2 % neutral mentions
90 % negative mentions
The stability of Codemasters' games is widely criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, glitches, and crashes that significantly hinder gameplay. Many players express frustration over the game's technical issues, including frequent freezes, audio problems, and multiplayer instability, leading to an overall perception of the game as a "buggy mess." Despite some users noting improvements in performance under certain conditions, the consensus remains that the game is plagued by persistent stability problems that detract from the experience.
- “Runs great on DX 11, Windows 8.1, i7 4790K 4GHz, GTX 970 4GB, 32GB DDR3 RAM at 1080p, locked at 60.”
- “No bugs, no hackers, no glitches at all.”
- “No freezes or crashes yet, which is very nice.”
- “A terrible waste of good time and money, do not buy this unless you love constant errors, glitches, and other problems that make the game physically unplayable.”
- “This game is a technical buggy mess.”
- “An absolute mess of hangs, glitches, bugs and system crashes.”
monetization
16 mentions
19 % positive mentions
56 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The monetization in the game has received largely negative feedback, with players criticizing the prevalence of microtransactions and perceived cash grabs, particularly for cosmetic items like paint schemes and character skins. While some users appreciate that these purchases are optional and do not provide gameplay advantages, many feel that the inclusion of microtransactions detracts from the overall experience, especially given the full price of the game. Additionally, concerns about day-one DLC and limited customization options further exacerbate frustrations with the monetization strategy.
- “But good that microtransactions are only for visual stuff.”
- “- the in-game purchases are optional and do not give you an advantage in any way.”
- “None of the microtransactions are pushed and are necessary to buy or get something more from the game.”
- “I find the DLC online paint schemes very cash grabby considering they will only really be relevant in online play. Let's be honest, is the mass of players going to be playing multiplayer in this game when the new one comes out? Since these games come out every year, I feel as though these should transfer over to the next year.”
- “Low effort cash grab, and they even started to slowly inject microtransactions into it like everybody these days.”
- “There's day-1 DLC, silly microtransactions, and even a pay-to-win style early access (the more expensive version lets you gain valuable experience online a few days before 'release day').”
humor
15 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is often described as light-hearted and amusing, with players finding joy in the absurdities of racing, such as exaggerated AI and quirky character designs. Many reviews highlight funny moments related to the game's mechanics and references, including playful nods to the developers' name, "Codemasters." Overall, while the game offers a realistic racing experience, it also provides plenty of comedic elements that enhance the enjoyment.
- “Haha, funny Formula One car go vroom!”
- “If you drive in F2 as a preparation for the career mode, you only get a few highlights and it adds made-up drivers whose AI is hilariously OP.”
- “It's funny at this point that the developers' name is 'Codemasters'.”
grinding
10 mentions
30 % positive mentions
10 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and time-consuming, often requiring significant effort to achieve objectives or maximize rewards. While some aspects, like driving, are enjoyable, the practice sessions and objectives can feel overly grindy, leading to frustration for those seeking to progress efficiently. Overall, many reviewers suggest that the grinding may detract from the overall experience.
- “It's a bit grindy at times, but it adds to the overall experience.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding, but it's worth it for the rewards.”
- “Grinding can be intense, but it really enhances the gameplay.”
- “one long, tedious grind”
- “In F1 2016, it was quite tedious to do all those objectives.”
- “The driving feels nice, and the only grindy part is the practice sessions, but only if you want to get the most research points possible.”
replayability
8 mentions
38 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
The game boasts high replayability, with players praising its addictive single-player mode, immersive career features, and competitive online leagues. Many reviewers highlight the improvements over previous titles, noting that these enhancements contribute to a more engaging and replayable experience. Overall, it is regarded as one of the best racing games for those seeking long-term enjoyment.
- “There is a lot of replay value in this game.”
- “If you like competitive and infinitely replayable games, give this one a try.”
- “I haven’t been a follower of F1 for years, but this game is one of the best racing games I’ve played in years, in terms of realism and replayability.”
- “Lots of small but useful gameplay features the previous game was lacking that I think make this game have more replayability than previous titles.”
- “[Revamped career mode provides more excitement than ever, exceptional weather and physics, online leagues add much-needed replayability].”
emotional
5 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, feeling both the thrill of control and the heartbreak of potential failure, such as experiencing a gearbox failure during a crucial race. The immersive experience evokes strong feelings akin to those of a real F1 driver, but technical issues like game crashes can lead to frustration, especially after investing significant time in a race. Overall, while the game captures the intensity of racing, players recommend caution until these issues are resolved.
- “No racing game ever made me feel this much in control, but also, this much closer to crashing and putting everything on the line.”
- “Have the option to allow engine failures even for the player (I lost my first podium to a gearbox failure - first race without assists and on the second to last lap my gearbox failed - it was heart-wrenching - I do 100% races).”
- “It made me feel like an actual F1 driver, which is incredible as that's just about every boy's childhood dream job.”
music
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The music aspect has received mixed feedback, with users highlighting issues related to external music volume being automatically lowered when a microphone is in use, particularly during instances of frequent mic spamming, which can lead to frustration.
- “♬ music ♬”
- “♬ music ♬”
- “♬ music ♬”
- “- External music volume issues (when someone uses a mic, it lowers the volume of background apps automatically. This issue, mixed with frequent mic spamming, can get very frustrating)”
atmosphere
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
Reviewers praise the game's atmosphere, highlighting its dynamic environment and impressive graphics that create an immersive experience akin to a real F1 race. The vibrant track ambiance enhances the overall enjoyment, making players feel more connected to the racing experience. Additionally, smooth performance at high frame rates contributes positively to the atmospheric quality.
- “They have also done a fantastic job with the atmosphere; the real dynamic environment, paired with the great graphics, creates moments where you actually believe this is a real F1 race.”
- “It just brings the whole atmosphere of the track to life more than ever, and the fact that I'm able to run the game at a constant 120+ fps average is just a huge plus.”
- “The cars handle amazingly, and the atmosphere is stunning.”
- “Codemasters put more value in the atmosphere rather than the quality of driving.”
- “The atmosphere of the track feels much more alive than ever.”
- “The fact that I'm able to run the game at a constant 120+ fps average is just a huge plus.”