EA Sports and Codemasters have confirmed that F1 25, the latest Formula 1 video game, will be released worldwide on 30th May, 2025.
The title represents a significant milestone for the franchise, as it is now exclusive to current-generation platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. This shift away from older consoles will allow developers to take advantage of the technical capabilities of modern hardware.
The announcement has generated excitement among racing fans who follow both virtual and real-world motorsports. F1 gaming frequently attracts the same audience as actual Formula 1 races, with many viewers also betting with bookmakers in the United Kingdom to add excitement to race weekends.
These platforms offer a variety of betting options that include live betting opportunities, for fans who want to make more informed decisions while watching their favourite sports.
Braking Point 3 and revamped team management
F1 25’s third chapter will see the return of the story-driven Braking Point mode. Players will follow the fictional Konnersport Butler Global Racing Team during the 2024 and 2025 seasons. Callie Mayer, Aiden Jackson, and Devon Butler are among the returning characters. The mode now includes new difficulty settings that allow players to adjust the challenge to their skill level.
My Team 2.0 also includes significant improvements to the game’s management capabilities. This updated mode features “Owner Perks” that allow players to focus on specific aspects of team leadership.
Players may focus on financial management, car development, or strategic planning as they build their racing empire. These changes are intended to create a more authentic team principal experience that reflects the complexities of modern Formula One management.
Next-Gen realism and circuit innovation
The exclusive focus on current-generation hardware has resulted in significant technological advancements. F1 25 uses LIDAR technology to improve track accuracy which captures subtle elevation changes and surface details that influence car handling.
Several circuits, including Suzuka, Miami, Melbourne, Bahrain, and Imola, have received comprehensive updates. The Miami International Autodrome features notable visual enhancements that demonstrate the power of next-generation consoles.
F1 25 introduces reverse layouts for specific circuits as a bold new feature. Tracks such as Silverstone, Zandvoort, and the Red Bull Ring can now be raced in the opposite direction and create challenges that require players to learn new racing lines and braking points. The game modifies the AI behaviour to navigate these reversed circuits in a realistic manner.
The video game also includes content from the upcoming F1 film, such as movie-based scenarios and the fictional APXGP team that connects virtual racing with Formula 1 entertainment. Also, Iconic Edition will feature seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton in his new Ferrari colours and it grants players three days of early access from May 27, 2025.
With its focus on modern hardware, expanded game modes, and commitment to authenticity, F1 25 aims to deliver the most comprehensive Formula 1 gaming experience when it arrives on May 30, 2025.
