F1 2021

F1 2021

July 16, 2021

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Every story has a beginning in F1® 2021, the official videogame of the 2021 FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP™. Enjoy the stunning new features of F1® 2021, including the thrilling story experience ‘Braking Point’, two-player Career, and get even closer to the grid with ‘Real-Season Start’. Take your team to …

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Critic Reviews (37)

Álvaro Hernandez Areajugones Jul 2021
95.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

30.0

"‎F1 2021 is the perfect complement for any Formula 1 fan. The new game modes elevate this edition several points above its predecessor thanks to a simulator that Codemasters has turned into a gift for fans of single-seater cars, and …"

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Benjamine Branscum Digital Chumps Jul 2021
95.0 /100

Graphics

90.0

Gameplay

95.0

Story

85.0

"&s;F1 2021&s; continues to grow on what 2020 built. It&s;s a technical, story driver, fast, and fun ride. It&s;s a continuation into a franchise that has become what any F1 fan, or honestly racing fan in general has been wanting …"

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Brian Mazique Forbes Jul 2021
88.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

68.0

Story

42.0

"There isn’t a ton to dislike about F1 2021. The latest version adds to the series’ win streak with another strong iteration. With a few additional layers to the visual and audio presentation, we could have been looking at a …"

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Chris Jarrard Shacknews Jul 2021
80.0 /100

Graphics

90.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

65.0

"The future of the F1 series is cloudy right now. EA is the new boss, but its influence probably won’t be seen until next year’s game. F1 2021 adds a few new fixins to the strong foundation of last year’s …"

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Chris White God is a Geek Jul 2021
90.0 /100

"F1 2021 is the complete package. Braking Point is an excellent single-player experience, driving is perfection, and there&s;s so much to do. It really does have everything, regardless of whether you are a fan of the sport or not."

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Chris Wray Wccftech Jul 2021
90.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

88.0

Story

90.0

"F1 2021 has undeniably struggled with COVID and the limitations it has put on both the sport and the game. However, either despite or because of these limitations, this manages a step forward that the series failed to take two …"

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Cory Wells Hardcore Gamer Jul 2021
70.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

70.0

"While Codemasters seems to have added a good amount of content to F1 2021, it still feels like the same experience at its core."

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Davide Mancini IGN Italy Jul 2021
92.0 /100

Graphics

86.0

Gameplay

94.0

Story

81.0

"F1 2021 is the apex point of these last three editions. The simcade gameplay is refined at its best and the new game modes are solid, impressive and fun. In the best F1 year to date since long time, we …"

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David Oña IGN Spain Jul 2021
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

80.0

"An excellent game on the track that presents Braking Point, its story mode, as a great novelty, and becomes the worst section of the whole title. If the idea is to keep this new mode, there is a lot of …"

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David Walters CGMagazine Jul 2021
85.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

30.0

"F1 2021 is an amazing, high speed racing title that keeps the player coming back, even after that shunt into the wall by the guy behind you."

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Dennis Michel GamePro Jul 2021
90.0 /100

Graphics

86.0

Gameplay

92.0

Story

78.0

"F1 2021 once again trumps its predecessor and, including its co-op career, is a fantastic racing game for newcomers and experts alike."

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Jason Rodriguez PC Invasion Jul 2021
85.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

70.0

"Overall, F1 2021 still provides an unrivaled and amazing racing experience thanks to its MyTeam and Career modes, as well as a multitude of options to help fine-tune your racing style. Unfortunately, it&s;s marred by a disappointing and disjointed Braking …"

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Josh Coulson TheGamer Jul 2021
80.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

30.0

"Whether you’re looking for fierce competition or you simply want to get as close to driving around F1’s real tracks as life allows without becoming a professional driver, F1 2021 has you covered. It’s the closest you’re ever going to …"

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Joshua Boyles GGRecon Jul 2021
80.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

75.0

"F1 2021 does nothing egregious to the tried and tested formula of an F1 game. There’s enough here to keep the die-hard fans happy and more than enough to enable newcomers to further explore their love for the sport. Simply …"

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90.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

30.0

"The subtle and necessary improvements that the My Team mode receives, along with the arrival of the 2-player mode for My Career make these modes better than ever,‎‎and I assure you that it has been a long time since I …"

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Justin Towell GamesRadar+ Jul 2021
91.0 /100

Graphics

30.0

Gameplay

30.0

Story

30.0

"Another superlative simulation of the Formula One world, now with an enjoyable story mode too."

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Katherine Long Paste Magazine Jul 2021
65.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

70.0

"While it is exciting to see an attempt at a more robust story mode in a Formula 1 game, EA and Codemasters need to match the graphics and plots featured in other AAA games in order for it to be …"

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Kob Monney TrustedReviews Jul 2021
90.0 /100

Graphics

92.0

Gameplay

88.0

Story

45.0

"While F1 2021 keeps to the same template established by the 2020 edition, it’s still Codemaster’s most accessible and enjoyable F1 racer to date, with the new Braking Point mode adding some Drive to Survive-esque thrills"

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Luke Reilly IGN Jul 2021
80.0 /100

"F1 2021 is the best-looking and most customisable instalment of series so far and, while it&s;s a little plain, the new story mode is a well-executed and fun new addition."

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Marco Ravetto The Games Machine Jul 2021
85.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

20.0

"F1 2021 incorporates (and improves) all the features of the previous F1 games developed by Codemasters. Driving is fun and can be adapted to suit both newbies and those looking for a sufficiently complex experience, although players who look for …"

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Mark Steighner Hardcore Gamer Jul 2021
92.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

92.0

Story

85.0

"For anyone who has even the slightest interest in Formula 1 racing – and thanks to the Netflix documentary series Drive to Survive there may be many with their curiosity piqued – F1 2021 will become their new sports gaming …"

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Martin Robinson Eurogamer Jul 2021
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

60.0

"An entertaining and surprisingly effective new story mode heads up an otherwise modest refresh for Codemasters&s; official series."

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Martyn Locker PlayStation Universe Jul 2021
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

30.0

"If you&s;ve grown tired of last year&s;s game then you can probably sit this iteration out; for first time players, or those returning after a couple of years&s; hiatus, Formula 1 games have never felt so authentic, so in-depth, yet …"

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Matt Bianucci GamingBolt Jul 2021
90.0 /100

Graphics

88.0

Gameplay

92.0

Story

35.0

"Much of F1 2021 builds on the high-class foundation from previous games that make the series one of the best racing games out there, but new additions, especially Braking Point, are both great pieces of content on their own and …"

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Matteo Mangoni Everyeye.it Jul 2021
85.0 /100

"F1 2021 is a solid chapter, full-bodied and full of content. It is probably one of the best hybridizations between simulation and accessibility on the market today. If on the track everything seemed to us in its place, and the …"

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Nathan Bliss Daily Mirror Jul 2021
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

70.0

"With the raft of new features, the addition of Braking Point, vast customisation options and significant gameplay tweaks, F1 2021 is the most complete official Formula One video game ever made. F1 2021 has something for everyone, whether you&s;re a …"

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P-A Knutsson M3 Jul 2021
80.0 /100

Graphics

55.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

35.0

"When Codemaster&s;s acclaimed F1 series makes its debut on the new consoles, it is not the enhanced graphics that make the biggest impact, but a brand-new story mode. An exciting addition, which unfortunately does not reach its full potential. Fortunately, …"

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Paulmichael Contreras PlayStation LifeStyle Jul 2021
90.0 /100

Graphics

88.0

Gameplay

78.0

Story

25.0

"F1 2021 is the most fun you can have in a Formula driver&s;s cockpit. Braking Point brings the kind of drama you didn&s;t realize you needed in your racing life, even if it does get a little cringeworthy on occasion. …"

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Peter Taylor Jump Dash Roll Jul 2021
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

60.0

"F1 2021 yet again improves over its predecessors in enough ways to make it the version to be on and to upgrade to. Whether or not this trend will continue under EA&s;s stewardship remains to be seen. The story mode …"

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Phil Iwaniuk PC Gamer Jul 2021
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

30.0

"Much like the sport itself, the driving is as impressive as ever. But the worries about management&s;s business practices endure, too. Fundamentally, F1 2021 is worth it for the handling model."

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Rafael Aznar Hobby Consolas Jul 2021
86.0 /100

"F1 2021 is a great racing game, specially once you move into the car and feel the excellent handling and the great performance. Modes (specially Braking Point and classic content) could have been better, but you will feel like Hamilton …"

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Richard Walker Xbox Achievements Jul 2021
90.0 /100

"While it&s;s a shame that classic cars have been nixed this year, F1 2021 is nonetheless an exhilarating racing game brimming with compelling modes and customisation features, as well as the new Braking Point story mode, for countless hours of …"

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Rob Gordon Screen Rant Jul 2021
90.0 /100

Graphics

84.0

Gameplay

93.0

Story

76.0

"Overall, F1 2021 is an excellent entry in the series, with a number of additions and tweaks that make it feel refreshing to play. With one of the most comprehensive Career Modes available in a sports game and enough options …"

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Rodolfo León Atomix Jul 2021
85.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

90.0

"F1 2021 is an extremely complete experiencie that the racing fans should definitely check out. Veterans will feel right at home, while newcomers shouldn&s;t be too afraid of the mechanics thanks to all the accesibility options."

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Stefan L TheSixthAxis Jul 2021
80.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

75.0

"F1 2021 is one of the broadest depictions of the sport ever created, building on familiar cars and handling alongside returning multiplayer, esports, and My Team career modes, while the new Braking Point story gives you a taste of the …"

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Stephen Tailby Push Square Jul 2021
80.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

92.0

Story

30.0

"With a bunch of smart additions, F1 2021 is a cracking simulator for both die-hard fans and newcomers. The Braking Point story mode doesn&s;t have a particularly compelling narrative, but it&s;s a brilliant gateway into the motorsport and a primer …"

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90.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

80.0

"F1 2021 is a very good vintage. While remaining in technical and graphic excellence, the game adds an extra layer of links with real F1 and a bit of emotion with the Breaking Point mode. It is still very much …"

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