Codemasters and Electronic Arts Inc today have EA SPORTS™ F1 22 Released: The Official Video Game of the 2022 FIA Formula One World Championship. The game is available for PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation®4, Xbox One and PC via Origin and Steam. This year sees revolutionary new cars designed to make racing even more intense. Also, the introduction of the Miami International Autodrome is a fact and players can also expect updates for circuits in Spain, Australia and Abu Dhabi. To celebrate the game’s launch, EA SPORTS has teamed up with Scuderia Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc to provide a unique glimpse into the life of a Formula 1®world-class driver:
F1® 22 is packed with technological innovations, including updated physics, improved handling and tire models that respond even more precisely to events during the race. Adaptive AI has also been added: a setting that adjusts the level of AI drivers so that new players can always compete competitively. Players who get started with the PC version of the game will also have the opportunity to experience both the single player and multiplayer modes in VR. The adrenaline that drivers experience in real life from their cockpits comes closer than ever and thanks to the power of virtual reality, the feeling of speed is conveyed even more realistically.
“F1 22 is a balanced racing package for players of all levels. Thanks to the authentic presentation of this Formula 1 game, they can expect racing moments full of challenges, realism and adrenaline.” says Lee Mather, F1 Senior Creative Director at Codemasters. “Physics, presentation and controls have seen the biggest changes in franchise history. Several innovative options have also been added that match a Formula 1 lifestyle. We can’t wait to welcome players to this exciting world of Formula 1 and bring them closer to the sport than ever before.”
Authenticity is always of great importance within the franchise, but F1® 22 takes it up a notch with the introduction of interactive and cinematic features, including ‘Immersive’ and ‘Broadcast’ options during pit stops, formation laps and safety car moments. In addition, a lot of work has been done on the audio. For example, the commentary during the races has been re-recorded and the number of teams of commentators has been expanded to provide even more regions with realistic commentary. The game is supported by dynamic music and for the first time in the history of the franchise, there is a licensed soundtrack that features leading artists and new talent from the world of EDM.
The game introduces F1® Life: A new social hub that takes players into the life of a driver off the track. In addition to acting as a Multiplayer Lobby, the hub also allows players to show off their collection of supercars, accessories and trophies earned by completing in-game challenges, leveling up with the Podium Pass, or purchased in this personalized space. through the brand shop and in-game shop. The eight supercars bring new gameplay challenges, including drifting and duels, and these can be used to go wild on the Pirelli Hot Lap feature, which mimics the part that takes place early in the race weekend.
In addition to these in-game innovations, F1® 22 its features with the return of My Team, including three starting points, the acclaimed career mode (in which the player goes through a whopping 10 years) with two-player functionality, and Multiplayer, including offline split-screen.
