F1 Manager 2024

66%
Game Brain Score Based on 969 reviews
  • gameplay
  • stability
  • graphics
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F1 Manager 2024 doesn't completely escape the pitfalls that come with being an annual series, but great new features like creating your own team still deliver a more compelling management sim.
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"F1 Manager 2024" puts you in charge of a Formula 1 team, where you'll make strategic decisions to lead your team to victory. Choose from 10 official teams or create your own and manage every aspect from pit strategy to driver commands. Experience realistic race presentation as you face the pressure and intensity of high-level motorsport. The Deluxe Edition offers additional customization and challenges. *Official description slightly paraphrased to fit the summary guidelines.

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66%
Audience ScoreBased on 969 reviews
gameplay18 positive mentions
stability72 negative mentions
  • The Create a Team feature adds significant depth and customization options, allowing players to build their own F1 team.
  • Gameplay improvements, such as better AI behavior and the introduction of mechanical failures, enhance the overall racing experience.
  • The graphics and presentation are visually appealing, making the game immersive for F1 fans.
  • The game is plagued with numerous bugs, including a broken contract negotiation system that can halt progress.
  • AI performance is inconsistent, with unrealistic behaviors such as lapped cars overtaking leaders and poor tire management.
  • Many features feel underdeveloped or superficial, leading to a lack of depth in the management aspects of the game.
  • gameplay72 mentions

    The gameplay of the latest F1 management game offers engaging team management and car development, but suffers from significant bugs and repetitive AI behavior that can diminish the overall experience. While new features like mechanical failures and a mentality system add depth, many players find core mechanics unchanged and frustratingly flawed, leading to a mixed reception. Overall, the game is seen as a step up from its predecessor in some areas, but still requires further updates to address its numerous issues.

    • “Managing your own F1 team, from car development to race-day strategies, provides hours of engaging and fun gameplay.”
    • “The changes to the game are more than enough to justify the price tag for this year, and now that most of the major bugs have been fixed, the gameplay is fantastic.”
    • “The customisation is unmatched, managing the team has been fun and enjoyable, and the gameplay is simply stunning.”
    • “The AI doesn’t adapt well, leading to repetitive and predictable gameplay that diminishes the excitement over time.”
    • “I had to leave a not recommended comment as the game itself looks and feels rushed; some mechanics in the game really do not make sense, and overall it is obvious that the developers were lazy.”
    • “It's not a particularly bad game per se, but the problem is that the game itself has barely advanced from the 2023 version to this version gameplay-wise, with the same unrealistic crash animations and sometimes even the bug of drivers not re-entering the circuit correctly after making a mistake still lingering even a year on.”
  • stability72 mentions

    The game's stability remains a significant issue, with numerous players reporting persistent bugs, glitches, and crashes even after multiple updates. While some improvements have been noted, many users still find the game unplayable at times due to freezing and soft-locks, leading to frustration and calls for further fixes. Overall, the consensus is that the game is still a "buggy mess," making it difficult to recommend in its current state.

    • “I cannot even play the game; it just freezes every time before I have even started.”
    • “This game is a buggy mess.”
    • “The game is sadly pretty buggy at launch; I got soft locked a few times mid-race when trying to open up the strategy view.”
  • graphics65 mentions

    Overall, the graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the improvements over previous titles while others find them underwhelming and reminiscent of older games. Many users note issues such as low-quality character models, bugs affecting visual performance, and a lack of significant visual upgrades despite claims of enhancements. While some aspects, like race visuals and overall design, are praised, the consensus suggests that the graphics still fall short of expectations for a modern game.

    • “A definite upgrade from 2023, graphics-wise and gameplay/feature-wise, all for a very good price.”
    • “The graphics look great, all the original F1 stuff makes you feel like you're really watching the race on TV, there's a lot of things to tweak and manage and the 'my team' stuff is really what was missing from the previous versions.”
    • “Visuals are great, and it feels like you're watching a real race broadcast.”
    • “Underwhelming graphics.”
    • “The graphics look weird, and the driver models are horrible.”
    • “The graphic is much worse than the previous version, flickering all the time, changed to dx11 not helping, the only better is the circuit transition scene, but I'm just being generous.”
  • optimization29 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with some players noting significant improvements in performance compared to its predecessor, while others report ongoing issues such as bugs, poor AI behavior, and inconsistent car performance. The introduction of a mentality system is seen as a positive addition, but its implementation appears flawed, affecting driver confidence and overall team performance. Many users express frustration with the game's performance on high-end systems, indicating that further optimization is needed to enhance the overall experience.

    • “Other than that, it's the same game with better optimization, animations, and more features added to what was already there.”
    • “No problems, performance is much better than 22 in everything.”
    • “The game's depth allows players of all managerial skill levels to tailor their gameplay experience, whether through setting budget restrictions, performance targets, or adjusting race difficulty.”
    • “Game is mad buggy and why is a vcarb faster than Ferrari, McLaren, and Merc? What are these team performance levels?”
    • “This has little to no improvement in terms of looks, gameplay mechanics, etc. However, performance-wise, it just sucks!”
    • “Similarly, car set-ups often feel haphazard and poorly optimized, further diminishing the overall experience.”
  • story10 mentions

    The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its lack of a structured narrative, with players noting that it primarily revolves around repetitive gameplay. However, the introduction of a database editor mod allows for the creation of custom storylines, and players appreciate the ability to develop their team's backstory, which adds a personal touch to the experience. Overall, while the game offers tools for storytelling, it falls short in providing a compelling, pre-defined narrative.

    • “I particularly love how you get to choose the team's backstory and, by extension, determine how hard the game is going to be to start off with.”
    • “Been having a blast sharing my team's story with fellow fans on the F1 Manager subreddit.”
    • “Check out the database editor mod; it makes so many cool additions and you can create some exciting storylines.”
    • “Good game, you can make your own team, etc., but it lacks story; it's just the same over and over again.”
    • “Take notes from F1 2024 story mode or something; add a little spice.”
    • “☑️ no story”
  • grinding7 mentions

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and time-consuming, often requiring significant time investment. While some appreciate the ability to customize their experience to alleviate boredom, the practice sessions and sponsorship systems are frequently criticized for lacking engagement and becoming monotonous over time.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “It is tedious and boring.”
    • “I just wish they’d figure out a way to make practices feel less tedious.”
  • replayability4 mentions

    The game's "create a team" mode significantly enhances its replayability by allowing for personalization and team management. However, players suggest waiting for improvements and discounts, and express a desire for additional features like an in-game database editor to further extend long-term replayability.

    • “The addition of the create-a-team mode is very thoughtful and gives me more replayability.”
    • “It's a positive for the create-a-team feature, as it brings replayability and personalization.”
    • “My suggestion is to wait for a huge discount or for the game to be in a more playable state.”
    • “I would like to see an in-game database editor to help extend the replayability of the game long-term and maybe even be able to edit other teams too.”
    • “It's a positive for the create a team feature, which brings replayability and personalization.”
  • humor3 mentions

    The humor in the game is subtle, primarily conveyed through its tone rather than overt jokes, with players finding amusement in the mechanics, such as maximizing team members and starting money while keeping the factory at a minimum. While not flawless, the game offers a solid experience that can be engaging and entertaining for hours.

    • “It's not perfect and you can see some bugs here and there, but overall it's a solid game, funny, and gives you hours of involvement.”
    • “The funny thing is that you can crank up every team member and every starting money to max as long as you keep the factory at minimum.”
  • monetization2 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism, with users labeling it as a "cash grab" due to its buggy state and perceived lack of polish. Many feel that the game is being rushed to market, prioritizing profit over quality, which diminishes its value even when discounted.

    • “Even now, with terrible feedback, they are trying to cash grab as much as possible by placing it on sale. It is still not worth it at this price. I have played games in early access that are nowhere near as buggy as this game is as an alleged finished product.”
    • “The game, like many games nowadays, feels rushed, unfinished, or like a 'cash grab'. Just get it out there; the players will test it for us.”
  • music2 mentions

    The music in the game is noted to be consistent with previous installments, contributing to a familiar overall experience. Reviewers appreciate the quality of the music, highlighting it as a strong aspect alongside the graphics and gameplay.

    • “The graphics, music, and gameplay are really good.”
    • “The game overall feels like it is exactly the same as the previous, including the music.”
    • “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel stale.”
    • “I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable, which detracts from the overall experience.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    The introduction of the "mentality system" enhances the emotional depth of the game by requiring players to consider the emotional well-being of their team alongside traditional gameplay elements like aerodynamics and finances. This adds a layer of complexity and engagement, making the experience more immersive.

    • “The 'mentality system' is a beautiful addition, because now, not only do you have to worry about aerodynamics and finances, but also the emotional state of everyone in your team.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The game is praised for its immersive atmosphere and rich depth, contributing to an engaging overall experience.

    • “It has a great atmosphere and depth.”
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Play time

19hMedian play time
32hAverage play time
10-78hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 7 analyzed playthroughs

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