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F1 23
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Game Info
The award-winning F1 series is the official videogame of the FIA Formula One World Championship, putting players in the driving seat of the greatest racing spectacle on Earth.
Recommended
Average Score
Best Sports/Racing (2023)
Silver TIER
51% of scored reviews fell within the range of 80 to 86 / 100
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GENRES:
- Sports, Racing
DEVELOPER(S):
- Codemasters
PUBLISHER(S):
- EA Sports
SERIES/FRANCHISE:
- F1
GAME MODES:
- Co-operative, Multiplayer, Single player
GAME ENGINE:
- Ego Engine 4.0
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Another cutting edge F1 simulator, with a great single-player story mode and a more accessible range of options and modes than ever before.
The excellent story, still-superlative career and loot-based F1 World make for a convincing and gigantic F1 experience.
With Braking Point 2 aboard, F1 23 is a far heartier package than F1 22. However, while the new F1 World mode is packed with activities, its loot-based upgrade system may split fans.
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Areajugones | Claudio Torres | 8.5 / 10 | 06-13-2023 | F1 23 is one of those games that manage to make you love even more a genre that you already liked a lot, or that you even did not like. Few titles can boast of it, and that shows that this work is a real game within the genre of driving and simulation. | Read review |
Atomix | Jose Celorio | 91 / 100 | 06-14-2023 | It only remains to say that it is one of the best racing games made to date and without a doubt the most outstanding in the world of Formula 1, since it is faithful to its roots, maintains its essence, as well as adding new features such as the exciting and deep F1 World mode and the long-awaited return of the Braking Point narrative production. | Read review |
CGMagazine | David Walters | 8 / 10 | 06-13-2023 | F1 23 is a fantastic entry to the perennial Formula 1 experience. Driving is polished on both wheel and controller, and the visual experience is second to none. | Read review |
Chicas Gamers | Álvaro Bustío | Recommended | 06-15-2023 | We can say, without a doubt, that F1 23 is once again crowned king in terms of Formula 1 simulation games. After playing with a friend who has never had experience in games of this type, he told me that he felt really comfortable and that he had a great time playing in his casual mode, an experience that I thought could overwhelm him and that ended up being the opposite, a very comfortable, accessible and above all very fun afternoon. The Braking Point 2 mode is a hit, since, apart from pure and hard competition, its objective game system, beyond being among the first, makes the experience very interesting as well as satisfying to play. If we add all this to the drama that the rival protagonists experience behind the scenes in a television documentary plan and the recovery of characters from season 1, the final result is a most interesting cocktail. | Read review |
COGconnected | Lou Sytsma | 85 / 100 | 06-16-2023 | F1 23 covers a lot of bases. The 2023 version offers a variety of ways to play the game depending on your skill level and preferences. It is a good iteration for newcomers to jump into and the greater depth of options will satisfy the needs of veterans. | Read review |
Digital Chumps | Benjamine Branscum | 8.2 / 10 | 06-16-2023 | With the sport growing rapidly, and no intentions of slowing down, ‘F1 23’ continues the yearly release, but gives the player a good experience. Whether you’re a total rookie on the controller or a pro on your Fanatec wheel. ‘F1 23’ is a fun time overall. | Read review |
Echo Boomer | Diogo dos Santos | Recommended | 06-14-2023 | The franchise took the leap it needed, showcasing itself with the most comprehensive and diverse game to date. | Read review |
Eurogamer.pt | Adolfo Soares | 4 / 5 stars | 06-14-2023 | F1 23 is a good effort on Codemasters’ part, in a franchise that is released year after year. It is a complicated task to implement major novelties in just 12 months, but this time it was noticed that they struggled. We have a more desirable Braking Point 2, an F1 World full of competitions and challenges, and the implementation of the Super License and Tech Level that give the depth that was missing. Those who feared the possibility of this being just a year dedicated to updating the drivers and cars, can rest assured. This season is one of the best of recent times in the universe of virtual Formula 1 racing. | Read review |
Everyeye.it | Raffaello Rusconi | 8 / 10 | 06-14-2023 | Accessibility is the watchword of F1 23. Codemasters has not limited itself to the task and has rearranged the driving model to make it less unpredictable and, above all, more suitable for those who do not compete with steering wheel and pedals. | Read review |
GameGrin | Steven John Dawson | 9 / 10 | 06-18-2023 | Another fastest lap under for Codemasters, the predictability of the cars makes it a lot easier to handle than previous years-especially for those using a controller. Wheel users might not benefit so much from the changes, but the cars still feel more planted. | Read review |
GamePro | Dennis Michel | 85 / 100 | 06-13-2023 | F1 23 is a fantastic racing game for Formula 1 fans, but it misses out on going the extra mile. | Read review |
GAMES.CH | Olaf Bleich | 89 / 100 | 06-13-2023 | EA Sports and Codemasters deliver another great outing oft he F1-series. F1 23 deliver tons of gameplay- thanks to the addition of Braking Point 2 and F1 World. Longtime-F1-players will be disappointed due to the lack of new features in the career-mode however. | Read review |
GameSpew | Richard Seagrave | 9 / 10 | 06-13-2023 | F1 23 is pretty much a faultless racing experience. While its career mode may be lacking in innovations this year, the return of Braking Point and the new F1 World mode more than make up for it. Add in other improvements and features, and you have what is undoubtedly the best F1 game yet. If you’re an F1 fan this is an absolute must-buy as usual, but even racing game fans in general would be wise to add this to their collection. With its wealth of content, brilliant handling and sublime presentation, F1 23 is simply racing at its finest. | Read review |
GamingBolt | Chris Hinton | 9 / 10 | 06-13-2023 | F1 23 is the pinnacle of the Formula One series to date. If ever there was a jumping-on point for new racing fans, this latest entry from Codemasters in the long-running licensed series is it. This F1 simulation manages to innovate the most prominent and constructive aspects of what came before. Using a controller as input never felt better in a racing sim with highly responsive and precise movements, and elements that used to be unnecessary, such as F1 Life in F1 22, have been upgraded into a multi-faceted progression system worth your time and effort. F1 23 is a remarkable package for fans of the sport. | Read review |
GamingTrend | Cassie Peterson | 80 / 100 | 06-13-2023 | EA SPORTS F1 23 continues the series’ legacy of being the definitive F1 racing experience for gamers. With the updates made to braking, accelerating, and cornering, as well as Precision Drive technology for controller players, the game plays smoother than ever and can easily be enjoyed by players of all skill and interest levels. Braking Point also makes a return with another drama-filled story. | Read review |
Generación Xbox | Gabriel Fuentes | 8 / 10 | 07-02-2023 | F1 2023 does not reinvent the wheel, that is true, but the additions it has made added to the corrections implemented in the control make the title worthwhile for any fan of the highest category of motorsport. | Read review |
Gert Lush Gaming | Jim Smale | 9 / 10 | 06-22-2023 | feels and plays like the definitive F1 video game experience and one of the best racers of the year. | Read review |
God is a Geek | Chris White | 9 / 10 | 06-13-2023 | EA Sports F1 23 is an improvement on last year, bringing back the enjoyable Braking Point story, and providing better control on the track. | Read review |
GRYOnline.pl | Mikołaj Łaszkiewicz | 9 / 10 | 06-13-2023 | It’s completely normal, that the next installments of a sports series evolve slowly. Fortunately, sometimes there is a revolution – F1 23 is one such example. The game is well thought out, has some excellent changes, and has a terrific steering/traction model that makes it one of the best sports games ever. | Read review |
Hardcore Gamer | Cory Wells | 4 / 5 stars | 06-13-2023 | F1 23 makes welcome changes and additions to the series with the most beneficial being the racing. | Read review |
Hey Poor Player | James Davies | 3 / 5 stars | 06-13-2023 | Far be it to appear crotchety, but F1 23 is yet another yearly Formula One game that sports only incremental improvements, many of which are minor or otherwise injected with travail. Yes, it’s harsh to expect a yearly entry in a sports franchise to totally change the game, but F1 23 could’ve at least conjured up a feature that’d plant a seed for something extraordinary in future entries. But alas, it’s a mostly-safe F1 game riding on the successes of previous F1 installments. Braking Point 2.0 does offer some solid (if sometimes cringe-inducing) drama, the driving mechanics and presentation continue to impress, and generally, to an outlier, this is one fabulous F1 game. However, resting on your laurels only gets you so far, and F1 23 has failed to move the needle in regards to making F1 games even more compelling than they already are. By all means, pick up and relish another core EA and Codemasters F1 outing, but it’s time the series stopped playing it safe and gave us something audaciously new. | Read review |
Hobby Consolas | Alberto Lloret | 85 / 100 | 06-13-2023 | F1 23 continues its upward path to offer the best recreation of Formula 1 that, thanks to the return of Braking Point and the inclusion of other novelties, manages to leave better sensations than in 2022. A small step forward that is marred by the inclusion of unnecessary micropayments and premium currency. | Read review |
IGN | Luke Reilly | 8 / 10 | 06-15-2023 | With Braking Point 2 aboard, F1 23 is a far heartier package than F1 22. However, while the new F1 World mode is packed with activities, its loot-based upgrade system may split fans. | Read review |
IGN Italy | Leonardo Visentini | 8 / 10 | 06-17-2023 | It may not be remembered as one of the best titles in the series, but F1 23 has many arrows to its bow. From the driving model to the red flags, Codemasters has made an effort to make its simulation more accessible and fun without distorting its soul too much. The return of Braking Point mode is appreciable, while the addition of the F1 World hub is ideal for those looking for a quick challenge and who like to race online. Graphics, AI, and Career mode are aging badly and needing a refresh. | Read review |
Impulsegamer | Daniel | 3.8 / 5 stars | 06-27-2023 | With big improvements, yet still some solid flaws, F1 2023 comes up pretty strong but still with a lot of room to grow. | Read review |
INDIANTVCZ | David Kraucher | 8 / 10 | 08-19-2023 | F1 23 confirms its position as one of the best simulators on the market, correcting the mistakes of the last title, and Codemasters have taken a step forward from last time. However, the title still suffers from a lack of time between releases. It tries to compensate for this with a story and a new F1 World mode, but it won’t be enough for everyone. | Read review |
LevelUp | Víctor Rosas | 9 / 10 | 06-22-2023 | F1 23 follows the ascending line that Codemasters has had in recent years. The specific changes have resulted in the best Formula 1 game so far and it is definitely a complete experience for all fans of the greatest motorsport series. | Read review |
Merlin’in Kazanı | Kaan Can Özalp | 85 / 100 | 06-17-2023 | F1 23 has managed to become the best game of the series with its innovations. A production that will satisfy F1 fans with its driving dynamics, story mode and new features. | Read review |
Metro GameCentral | GameCentral | 8 / 10 | 06-13-2023 | Another cutting edge F1 simulator, with a great single-player story mode and a more accessible range of options and modes than ever before. | Read review |
PC Gamer | Justin Towell | 87 / 100 | 06-13-2023 | The excellent story, still-superlative career and loot-based F1 World make for a convincing and gigantic F1 experience. | Read review |
PSX Brasil | Paulo Roberto Montanaro | 95 / 100 | 06-13-2023 | In what it proposes, F1 23 is virtually perfect. Keeping the graphical fidelity and the refinement of mechanics that worked well in the previous game, it brought back a narrative mode that, along with an overhaul in the interface and quality of life, only improves what was already amazing. | Read review |
Push Square | Aaron Bayne | 8 / 10 | 06-14-2023 | F1 23 is a solidly packed racing experience that improves upon its predecessor in almost every way. With a little something for everyone, on top of an immersive and impressive experience on PS5, it’s a worthwhile addition to the libraries of enthusiasts and casuals alike. We loved how tailormade the game could become, whether that was a heavily assisted racing experience, or a brutally immersive one. The campaign doesn’t always hit the mark, and F1 World while expansive isn’t exactly revolutionary, but at the very least, it’s nice to see Formula 1 get the same care and attention that many other popular sports games have been receiving for years. | Read review |
Saving Content | Scott Ellison II | 5 / 5 stars | 06-13-2023 | Whether you’re fulfilling a fantasy of being a driver on a famous team, racing your friends list with a custom team, or taking part of a Netflix-style docu-series; there’s lots of racing to be had. I can’t find anything about this package to be disappointed with, not even its price point, which feels warranted for once. F1 23 simplifies what didn’t work in prior years, continues a story mode that improves on the original, and expands on modes to make them more worthwhile than ever. Codemasters put on a clinic this year, and manages to top themselves year-over-year with F1 23 being the best entry they’ve made yet. | Read review |
SECTOR.sk | Peter Dragula | 8.5 / 10 | 07-28-2023 | Overall, F1 23 is a surprise and a significant improvement of the series, especially compared to the weaker F1 22, it is a nice jump. It has a lot of content for both single player and multiplayer drivers. | Read review |
Shacknews | Jan Ole Peek | 7 / 10 | 06-13-2023 | F1 23 is an improvement over last year’s iteration, but not nearly as impactful of an upgrade. Here’s hoping that the F1 series can continue to build on its successes and take a page out of Red Bull’s recent Formula 1 dominance: incremental updates are more valuable than wholesale changes. | Read review |
SpazioGames | Giulia Garassino | 8.5 / 10 | 06-13-2023 | F1 23 is a title that looks good, improves in many aspects, but does not excel in others. | Read review |
Sports Gamers Online | Curtis Russell | 9 / 10 | 06-16-2023 | F1 23 brings enough to the table this year for fans to get excited about. Braking Point and the newly introduced F1 World are worth highlighting for any F1 racing fan. | Read review |
The Games Machine | Daniele Dolce | 8.4 / 10 | 06-13-2023 | F1 23 improves and expands almost everything from the previous iteration of the series, from the driving model to the physics of the single-seaters, even the multiple game modes are now – finally – abundant. | Read review |
The Outerhaven Productions | Jordan Andow | 5 / 5 stars | 06-20-2023 | F1 23 is another step forward for this already incredible franchise with the return of Braking Point and the improved handling this replaces F1 22 as the best video game representation of the sport it is simulating. A must play for any F1 fans and players. | Read review |
Twinfinite | Joe Craven | 4 / 5 stars | 06-26-2023 | F1 23 is a case of evolution rather than revolution. It improves many aspects of its predecessor, most notably the feel of controller play and car physics that represent real-life Formula One as well as any game has. There’s still areas to improve, but only the most finicky F1 fan won’t be impressed by the exceptionally immersive racing experience Codemasters have created. | Read review |
Windows Central | Dan Rice | 3.5 / 5 stars | 07-19-2023 | F1 23 falls short in the same areas as its predecessors have over many years. There’s a great single player experience let down by a completely neglected multiplayer, which brings the games longevity into question. Those who love the F1 games regardless will find this iteration to at least be better in some ways. | Read review |
Worth Playing | Tony “OUberLord” Mitera | 9 / 10 | 07-04-2023 | For fans of the F1 series, this all comes down to one question, and it’s the same one asked last year: Is it worth picking up F1 23 if you already have last year’s title? In my opinion, the F1 World mode and the improved vehicle physics are noteworthy upgrades and feel more than what could realistically have been DLC or a patch for the previous title. The improvements for controller users are especially noticeable, and I suspect that most people playing F1 23 are indeed using that control scheme. When you combine all of that and consider the continuation and improvements made to Breaking Point, it’s pretty easy to recommend picking up F1 23. | Read review |
Xbox Achievements | Richard Walker | 91 / 100 | 06-17-2023 | Like Red Bull Racing winning every single Grand Prix, Codies brings home yet another cracking Formula One racing sim in F1 23, bringing back the excellent Braking Point story mode alongside all of that other good stuff. Break out the champagne – this one’s a winner. | Read review |
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