F1 25

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F1 25 is a multiplayer shooter game with a kids theme. It was developed by Codemasters and was released on May 30, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

F1 25 offers an immersive Formula 1 racing experience with enhanced Career and My Team modes, allowing players to design custom teams and liveries. Featuring laser-scanned circuits like Suzuka, new online co-op events let you race alongside friends against AI opponents. Enjoy updated cinematics, podium scenes, and exclusive content including iconic driver packs and virtual currency rewards.

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graphics267 positive mentions

stability62 negative mentions

The game features stunning graphics and improved handling compared to previous titles, making it a visually appealing and enjoyable experience.
Career mode has been significantly enhanced, offering deeper team management and a more immersive experience for players.
The AI behavior has improved, providing more competitive and realistic racing scenarios.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and crashes, particularly in online modes, which can severely disrupt gameplay.
The penalty system is inconsistent, often punishing players unfairly while allowing AI drivers to escape without consequences.
The VR implementation is poorly optimized, leading to performance issues and a subpar experience for VR users.

graphics
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The graphics in F1 25 have received widespread acclaim for their stunning realism and detail, with many players noting significant improvements over previous installments. The game features beautifully rendered tracks, lifelike car models, and enhanced lighting effects, particularly with the introduction of path tracing for high-end PCs. However, some users have reported optimization issues and graphical glitches, especially in VR mode, indicating that while the visuals are impressive, they may require a powerful system to fully appreciate.
- “The graphics are stunning, with detailed cars, beautiful tracks, and a great sense of speed that makes every race exciting.”
- “The visuals and presentation are gorgeous too — not just pretty pictures, but the world actually feels alive in ways F1 games sometimes miss.”
- “F1 25 takes the racing sim to new heights with stunning graphics, refined gameplay, and immersive features.”
- “Game randomly started to refuse using my GPU, only using my integrated graphics and resulting in poor FPS.”
- “Optimization is terrible, graphics are terrible, and the game controls are terrible on PC.”
- “The graphics look realistic when you are in the cockpit during the race, but when you finish the race and go to the podium, the cutscene looks like PS3 graphics.”
story
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The "story" aspect of the game, particularly the "Braking Point" mode, has received mixed reviews. While some players appreciate the engaging narrative and character development, particularly in "Braking Point 3," others find the story predictable and overly scripted, lacking depth and player agency. Overall, it serves as a fun addition for those interested in a narrative-driven experience, but many players still prioritize the racing mechanics over the storyline.
- “The continuation of the Braking Point story is well done, too, building nicely on the previous chapter.”
- “Braking Point 3 might end up having a better story than the F1 movie, and that would be jokes, but seriously it's easily one of the best story-based gameplay you can find in a racing game.”
- “I’ve completed Braking Point 3 — the storytelling was really engaging and a great continuation of the previous parts.”
- “The story mode is a joke with scripted AI.”
- “The story in 'Braking Point' is comparable to Hallmark shows; you literally can’t wait to skip the next cutscene.”
- “The only criticism one might have about 'Braking Point 3' is that while the previous two installments featured much more drama and additional plot twists, in the latest installment, after one of the stronger moments and a brief revelation, the story largely drifts to a rather predictable conclusion without any major twists.”
gameplay
214 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in F1 25 has received mixed reviews, with many praising its improved graphics, refined driving mechanics, and immersive features that enhance the racing experience. However, some players noted that the AI behavior lacks realism, with few incidents like crashes or yellow flags, and that the core gameplay remains largely unchanged from previous titles. Overall, while the game offers solid mechanics and a fun experience, it may require high PC specifications for optimal performance and has some issues with multiplayer and menu navigation.
- “Amazing gameplay and very suitable for F1 fans.”
- “F1 2025 takes the racing sim to new heights with stunning graphics, refined gameplay, and immersive features.”
- “The gameplay strikes a perfect balance between realism and accessibility.”
- “The gameplay is okay, but come on, why are there 5000 blocking menus and people yapping in my ear before I can get into a match?”
- “Gameplay-wise, it’s identical to F1 23’s Braking Point 2; however, there are no full races, only mid-race scenarios.”
- “While the game offers nice storytelling, the gameplay is bad.”
optimization
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The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback from users. While some players note significant improvements over previous titles, particularly in terms of performance and graphics, others report persistent issues such as stuttering, lag, and poor VR performance, indicating that optimization remains a concern for many. Overall, the game is seen as better optimized than its predecessor, F1 24, but still requires further refinement to address ongoing performance issues.
- “On the positive side, I find the game much better optimized than F1 24, because honestly, 24 was so horrible to play performance-wise.”
- “The game is highly optimized for medium to high systems.”
- “Super fun and very optimized.”
- “Optimization is terrible, graphics are terrible, the game controls are terrible on PC.”
- “Horribly optimized.”
- “The game is currently full of bugs, has optimization issues, and the DLSS implementation is terrible; it makes the graphics look hazy.”
stability
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The game's stability has been widely criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, crashes, and glitches affecting gameplay, particularly in multiplayer modes. Users have experienced issues such as audio freezes, graphical glitches, and erratic AI behavior, leading to a frustrating experience. While some players note improvements in optimization and graphics, the overall consensus is that the game remains a "buggy mess," with many recommending waiting for patches before purchasing.
- “The game crashed multiple times but never during races; only in loading screens. Despite that, it runs great on my outdated machine.”
- “Upgraded to the 5070 Ti, the game runs great!”
- “It should be noted that it runs great on ASUS ROG Ally Z1E - 60 FPS on 1080p with a mix of high and medium settings.”
- “The game is a buggy mess. I had to reinstall twice, once due to an issue with HDR that made it look really white, and the second time my wheel had issues with force feedback not working.”
- “Constant glitches and bugs, disconnect issues, unrealistic tire pressure setups, and no real option for a competitive mode lead to a miserable online experience, with frequent game crashes.”
- “Once you're finally in, you're greeted with a game that's buggy as hell—AI behavior is erratic, force feedback cuts out randomly, and crashes to desktop are far too common.”
music
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising the catchy lobby and in-game soundtracks, while others criticize the licensed music as annoying and out of place. Many users recommend turning off the licensed tracks to enjoy the original score, which they find more fitting for the racing experience. Overall, the audio quality, including sound effects and engine noises, is generally well-received, but the music selection remains a divisive topic among players.
- “The background music is upbeat and engaging, making it easier to immerse oneself in the race.”
- “The game's theme music is really cool and the best.”
- “Finally a good F1 game, better than the previous game; the sounds of engines, cars, and tracks are improving, and yeah, the soundtrack too. Well done, Codemasters!”
- “Licensed music: maybe I'm getting too old, but this 'music' hurts my ears.”
- “The music is annoying and no way to customize the music type.”
- “The actual races… I don’t know whose idea it was to have music in races off by default, but they hate me personally because it’s so awful it makes me wish I was hearing tinnitus.”
monetization
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The monetization in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing the prevalence of microtransactions that significantly impact gameplay, often feeling like a cash grab. While some appreciate the cosmetic options and expanded features, others are frustrated by the intrusive nature of ads and the locking of content behind paywalls, leading to a perception of a lack of genuine effort in the game's development. Overall, the monetization strategy is seen as a major downside, overshadowing the game's strengths.
- “Microtransactions that do not interfere with gameplay.”
- “Probably one of the best realistic F1 games I have played in some time, except for the in-game purchases part.”
- “With only cosmetic microtransactions?”
- “Microtransactions that significantly affect the gameplay.”
- “Now I don’t care about the ads that much as it really just puts a realism factor in, but the fact that there are crypto ads in a paid game rated 'Everyone' is actually baffling.”
- “Come on, EA, stop locking everything behind stupid 'battle passes', or whatever it's called in this game, or, even worse, behind microtransactions.”
grinding
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The grinding aspect of F1 25 has received mixed feedback, with many players expressing that it feels excessively tedious and time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of time to progress. While some appreciate the immersive experience of managing a Formula 1 season, others find the game's UI and micromanagement elements frustratingly cumbersome, detracting from the overall enjoyment. Overall, players suggest that engaging with the game demands a considerable commitment, likening it to needing "a second life" for grinding.
- “F1 world seems more grindy than 23, but that's expected with EA as overlords.”
- “Overall mode now includes more going back and forth through a very badly designed and slow UI, to micromanage more aspects of the team that do not add much more fun, just makes the mode more tedious.”
- “Anyway, I didn't spend more time on grinding this game.”
humor
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The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding the quirky animations, goofy character designs, and chaotic racing moments to be genuinely funny. Many reviews highlight the comedic aspects of gameplay, such as amusing bugs and the absurdity of certain situations, which contribute to an entertaining experience, especially in multiplayer settings. Overall, the game's humor adds a lighthearted charm that enhances the fun of racing.
- “The starts are hilarious with 4 DNFs right off the bat.”
- “Servers are less stable than my ex-girlfriend, and AI don't know how to move on formation lap, haha heehee funny EA moment.”
- “I am completely new to F1 and haven't played a racing game in like 12 years... I wanted to play an F1 game because of what I've heard about the sense of speed and focus on physics and lemme tell you... this shit feels good... also I'm the type of asshole who finds the bumper cars shit hilarious... all the pieces of the F1 cars flying on corners is a beautiful funny chaos.”
replayability
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Overall, the game's replayability is highlighted by its online progression, active player community, and various modes that introduce new features and challenges. While many players find it highly replayable, some express concerns about the lack of long-term content and choices, particularly for casual players. The addition of new career modes and events contributes positively to the replay value, making it appealing for both hardcore fans and those seeking a fresh experience.
- “And the new team career version is a refresh and has great replayability!”
- “F125 boasts an active player community that frequently hosts various events and challenges, enhancing the game's replayability.”
- “Some great big and small new features and changes as well which makes the game that much more replayable in all the different modes.”
- “Nah, one of the entire playable teams in the game they just removed all way to access.”
- “Not optimized enough for replay value.”
- “Still not much replayability if you're not a hardcore F1 junkie.”
emotional
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its ability to evoke strong feelings through character decisions and a well-crafted story mode, "Breaking Point," which offers an adrenaline-fueled narrative experience. Players express a mix of excitement and vulnerability, with some feeling deeply connected to their characters and the racing experience, while others find the main storyline lacking in emotional depth compared to other titles. Overall, the game successfully engages players emotionally, making them feel like racing legends despite occasional frustrations.
- “This game is a masterpiece of speed, precision, and emotional damage.”
- “I will concede that despite myself, I was a little emotional over one decision involving a character I'd been playing as in three separate games, so they do deserve some credit on that.”
- “The story mode 'Breaking Point' has a well put together story that is an adrenaline and emotional joy ride... I watched the 'F1' movie and got inspired to dive more into Formula One, I bought this game a couple of days later and I've learned so much from playing it, and now I'm hooked!”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere in the game is highly praised for its immersive quality, capturing the intensity and prestige of Formula 1 racing. Reviewers highlight the attention to detail, realistic driving mechanics, and enhanced visuals, which collectively create a compelling and polished racing experience. Despite minor issues with subtitles, the overall ambiance significantly contributes to the game's elite feel.
- “The handling, the atmosphere, everything feels more immersive than ever.”
- “From the moment you load into the game, it grabs you with its atmosphere, intensity, and polish, instantly letting you know that this is not some casual racer — this is Formula 1 recreated at an elite level.”
- “The attention to detail, the realistic driving mechanics, and the atmosphere make every race feel like you’re truly part of the Formula 1 world.”
- “Visuals & atmosphere: Codemasters stepped up the fidelity yet again with F1 25.”