F1 2014

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5.0

Mixed or average reviews- based on 80 Ratings

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  1. RJW
    Oct 17, 2014
    5
    I do honesty feel cheated by the price tag. If this game was given a discount it would be just about acceptable because at the end of the day you expect to pay for the effort they put into producing the game which in this case should have cost a tenner. I really hope they are throwing all their manpower and resources at 2015 because this was a very poor effort.
  2. 2LZZ33
    Oct 18, 2014
    4
    Maybe the most ridiculous copy and paste, without 5mins of work for improve a game, of all times... just kidding, because now drive the car seems fking easy and boring, also without helps.
  3. mutterfujjer
    Oct 19, 2014
    1
    As I expected, the game has no improvement for a couple of years now. Maybe FIA should shift the licence to another company. Codemasters is clearly releasing this, year after year, just for the bucks.
  4. macshepherd54
    May 10, 2015
    3
    To summarize: This is probably the worst racing game I've ever played.

    The game doesn't have improved handling. Codemasters have said that the handling model is improved, but it's not any better than F1 2013. The cars are very planted through corners (almost as planted as on F1 2013) and the cars only experience sliding through slow corners and on the exit of hairpins when you apply the    To summarize: This is probably the worst racing game I've ever played.

    The game doesn't have improved handling. Codemasters have said that the handling model is improved, but it's not any better than F1 2013. The cars are very planted through corners (almost as planted as on F1 2013) and the cars only experience sliding through slow corners and on the exit of hairpins when you apply the throttle. In my opinion, the wheelspin doesn't feel accurate and realistic, neither does the handling. The car is far too easy to drive. Handing: 3/5

    Another problem with the game is that pad and wheel users have significantly different experiences whilst playing the game, due to artificial advantages given to the gamepad. These advantages include extra traction and less oversteer, although slightly more understeer. In wet conditions, this renders pad users roughly 1-2 seconds quicker than wheel users. Wheel and pad users should be equal on track, but they aren't.

    The online experience has not been improved over F1 2013, with desync and lag hits common during races. For some reason, it seems worse on this game than on F1 2013. The sidepod glitch of previous games is also in this game. The lag and glitches ruin the chance to have a close battle with someone else during races.

    The graphics are slightly improved and the car models are relatively good, giving a realistic rendition of the 2014 F1 cars. The tracks are also modelled well, although some glitches with kerbs and barriers exist on some tracks. Graphics: 4/5.

    The AI in singleplayer are still poor, forming trains during races and backing out of overtakes during every opportunity. The AI also have a pace advantage during some conditions as they run different assists compared to the player.

    Overall, I'd give this game 3/10. The experience of racing isn't great, but Codemasters could improve if they remove glitches and make the cars more realistic to drive. Despite this, the game looks graphically appealing and the cars look good on track.

    I've put 150 hours into this game so I'd thought I'd write a review, giving my honest thoughts.    … Expand
  5. startrekmike
    Dec 30, 2014
    7
    There is a lot of negativity about the "copy/paste" nature of this game but the reality is that it is exactly what it really has to be. It's a F1 game that covers the 2014 season and it does so pretty darn well. If you want to drive the new cars with the new engines on the 2014 selection of tracks, this title will give you exactly what you are looking for.

    The only letdown for me is the    There is a lot of negativity about the "copy/paste" nature of this game but the reality is that it is exactly what it really has to be. It's a F1 game that covers the 2014 season and it does so pretty darn well. If you want to drive the new cars with the new engines on the 2014 selection of tracks, this title will give you exactly what you are looking for.

    The only letdown for me is the lack of classic content, 2013's iteration had some classic cars from the 80's and 90's that were very interesting (and fun) to drive but this title lacks that classic content. Perhaps there was a good reason but it still is some thing that is missed.

    Overall, if you are looking for a game that reinvents the wheel, perhaps you should not ask that of a game based on a sport. F1 2014 gives you the 2014 cars on the 2014 tracks, I am not sure what everyone else was really expecting.    … Expand
  6. MrMeow
    Oct 17, 2014
    0
    ctrl c

    ctrl v

    That sounds about right, Good job lads *Slaps £30 price tag on it*

    Okay guys now go back and work on the real project we've been working on.
  7. tigerskin84
    Oct 17, 2014
    5
    Copy&Paste game. avoid it if you can, is a mod from 2013 with 2 new tracks... at least the last year game had the classics cars and a bunch of new tracks, this year F1 2014 is the same with awfull sounds noises like in real life season and it feels unpolished come on!! mclaren doesn't have the actual livery is the same from the pre-season test
  8. RzrTrek
    Oct 17, 2014
    4
    If you like paying for the same game alá copy and paste style over and over again, then this is for you, if not, ignore this crap release, it's a lousy console "childish" arcade racer at best with some of the industries worst physics, super stiff, impossible to drive of the track, unless you are new to the racing genera or an idiot, outdated graphics, especially the shaders and shadows,If you like paying for the same game alá copy and paste style over and over again, then this is for you, if not, ignore this crap release, it's a lousy console "childish" arcade racer at best with some of the industries worst physics, super stiff, impossible to drive of the track, unless you are new to the racing genera or an idiot, outdated graphics, especially the shaders and shadows, not working as they should, bad audio design and the whole new "environmental" crap that have poisoned formula make me sick, no kers, zero refuels, and again, it's the same game that was delivered last year, and the year before last year, and the year before last year, and the year before last year, with a few more tracks and new skins, but for your own health and safety, save your money.… Expand
  9. thebushytail
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    Here's one thing very few people, critics or users, are talking about ---> car handling has substantially improved. I own all F1 games from Codemasters, and I consider this iteration of simcade F1 cars to be the most challenging, interesting, and enjoyable to drive.

    The biggest difference? If you push too hard into a turn and slam the brakes in a desperate attempt to still hit the    Here's one thing very few people, critics or users, are talking about ---> car handling has substantially improved. I own all F1 games from Codemasters, and I consider this iteration of simcade F1 cars to be the most challenging, interesting, and enjoyable to drive.

    The biggest difference? If you push too hard into a turn and slam the brakes in a desperate attempt to still hit the apex, the front wheels DO NOT lockup and the cars DO NOT understeer straight off the track. Instead the cars have braking oversteer which can lead to a 4-tire-drift around the apex, which requires accurate throttle/brake input and appropriate steering to correct and minimize the time lost. That's right, these F1 cars like to drift under aggressive deceleration. And that is incredibly more fun than locking up the Pirilli's and cutting a chicane to regain control and speed. Is it accurate to the real motorsport? Perhaps not, but it's considerably more fun.

    Second biggest difference: Holy crap, the torque. I haven't driven every car yet, but if you load up that rear axle mid turn on a sweeper while pounding up through the gears, full throttle will result in lighting up the rear tires. Throttle control is critical; turns that were flat in F1 2013 now require some throttle manipulation to keep the car on the a fast racing line. You can also go deep into the rev's without losing too much acceleration, a pleasant situation because the gear ratios are fixed.

    Why are people not talking about these improvements to car handling and the positive impact it has on the gameplay? I imagine most people use a joypad, and I don't know how these changes translate a stick and a couple triggers. Or if they have a wheel and pedal setup, they keep some driving assists on, completely negating the fun of pushing the fastest cars in the world while exploring the limits of grip.

    As for what everyone else is saying: Yes, in general there is less content and Codemasters should have anticipated this response. But if you have the racing peripherals and the skills to drive with all assists off, you will be surprised at how much fun it is to toss a Codies F1'14 car around the race tracks.

    10/10    … Expand
  10. MadJaples
    Oct 17, 2014
    7
    7. NOT 8, 9 or 10 for a few reasons.

    It's only 7 because unlike the previous versions I've played, 2010 being the worst for a specific problem in gameplay, the game runs like a damned charm. It's about time it did too. Whatever Codemasters have been up to for it to disappointingly bork the framerate so unnecessarily is beyond me, and clearly they've done something to fix that. I am    7. NOT 8, 9 or 10 for a few reasons.

    It's only 7 because unlike the previous versions I've played, 2010 being the worst for a specific problem in gameplay, the game runs like a damned charm. It's about time it did too. Whatever Codemasters have been up to for it to disappointingly bork the framerate so unnecessarily is beyond me, and clearly they've done something to fix that.

    I am disappointed however, in the lack of the familiar environments of the paddock, complete with it's (albeit not quite well drawn) ladies being photographed and it's journalists looking to get some answers from someone who clearly isn't you most of the time.
    I am also disappointed by the blatant cut scene copying. A victory in a short grand prix race revealed a cut scene that was ripped straight from it's predecessor, which kind of ruined it, and fell short of expectations. Sure, it's not really about the FMVs for some people, but it always will be for me, and I like to see some differences when a particular type of game follows the same topic (like all the FIFA games, all the NHL games, all the NBA games, etc etc). It adds to the novelty value of a game that otherwise would simply be largely repetitive, and not changing the cut scenes to something different seems to have made it more repetitive than it needs to be.

    It's not a blinding disappointment, smooth gameplay, even on high settings with a mid to high end system makes it a pleasure to play.
    The new game modes I haven't tried yet, but they do look promising. The only thing that really let this game down was the cut scenes, which is a great shame. If they can improve on those, and keep the framerate from being so clunky like it was in previous versions, the next version could be perfect.    … Expand
  11. Thombie
    Oct 17, 2014
    10
    I agree with the general copy+paste opinion about the game but it's still a pretty good game. It's better than least years iteration and it has the new engine rules and other details that's important for someone who actually enjoys F1 in real life and with a game perspective.

    Realistically I'd give the game a 7 or 8 but to counter the other clueless reviews I decided to be "just as    I agree with the general copy+paste opinion about the game but it's still a pretty good game. It's better than least years iteration and it has the new engine rules and other details that's important for someone who actually enjoys F1 in real life and with a game perspective.

    Realistically I'd give the game a 7 or 8 but to counter the other clueless reviews I decided to be "just as clueless" but on the opposite side of the scale. Please try to be somewhat reflected when reviewing a game rather than childish and butthurt over minor details.    … Expand
  12. MarcoVanDexter
    Oct 17, 2014
    8
    Absolutely championship mode is excellent, realistic graphics and sounds can not be disputed.
    Not much difference from the previous game. (excluding audio and car)
    old wine in new bottle. so true :d
  13. Skeptosaurus
    Oct 28, 2014
    5
    I own all Codemaster Codemaster F1 games. This one has the most challenging physics model, crisper graphics, better AI (marginally) and overall had so much potential. Austria and Hockenheim tracks are worthy additions. But, the thing that let's it down most is the p2p multiplayer set up. The F1 Server is even more temperamental than 2013, if that was possible. The F1 2015 release willI own all Codemaster Codemaster F1 games. This one has the most challenging physics model, crisper graphics, better AI (marginally) and overall had so much potential. Austria and Hockenheim tracks are worthy additions. But, the thing that let's it down most is the p2p multiplayer set up. The F1 Server is even more temperamental than 2013, if that was possible. The F1 2015 release will determine Codemasters fate wrt keeping a stranglehold on the rights to this game. I hope they create something special but, most importantly, they have to nail online gameplay (lag and drop outs must be minimal or non-existent). Their preoccupation with keeping the casual console gamer happy is getting tiresome to the PC league racing community.… Expand
  14. Jyadaus
    May 5, 2020
    5
    Although it is almost the same as driving experience and main menu with F1 2013, the tire management is way better than F1 2013. Its just like, F1 2013 v2 but not bad. With this, ill gonna give 6 but there is a thing.

    If you are v2 of a game, you shouldnt remove things from v1 game. Where is the classic cars and tracks?
  15. PrdPak
    Apr 19, 2021
    5
    Cars feel like they are driving on literal rails, it feels too planted, if you are understeering into a corner, you have to stamp on the brakes which will cause the car to oversteer and then you'll end up in the grass. The physics can be horrible and unrealistic at times, which isn't due to its age because F1 2012 felt realistic enough to me. The AI difficulty is a literal JOKE. The UICars feel like they are driving on literal rails, it feels too planted, if you are understeering into a corner, you have to stamp on the brakes which will cause the car to oversteer and then you'll end up in the grass. The physics can be horrible and unrealistic at times, which isn't due to its age because F1 2012 felt realistic enough to me. The AI difficulty is a literal JOKE. The UI feels clunky and horrible. This is coming from someone who hasn't even played F1 2013, so I can’t compare it to that on their similarities. I can't even complain about car sounds because that's how they sounded in 2014.

    However, the game is still worth enough to boot up on an evening, and you can still have some fun. The game also has some of the best optimizations I've seen from 2014, it handles well on integrated GPUs and even gives me stable FPS on my main rig (unlike F1 2018's garbage optimization). The game looks amazing and still holds up to this day, it is impressive how good the graphics are for a game made for X360/PS3.

    Sadly, there's where the positives end. It's still a mediocre racing game in 2021, you can pick it up for less than $2 on Steam in sales, but I'd recommend F1 2012 over this any day.    … Expand

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61

Mixed or average reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 20
  3. Negative: 2 out of 20
  1. PC PowerPlay
    Feb 8, 2015
    40
    Codemasters should be ashamed for this brazen cash-in, made with the least possible effort. [Feb 2015, p.18]
  2. CD-Action
    Jan 9, 2015
    65
    F1 2014 is not a bad game, it was built on solid foundations of its predecessors, but it doesn’t offer anything new and is clearly just an appetizer before the next-gen F1 2015. [13/2014, p.71]
  3. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Nov 12, 2014
    40
    Don't go looking for any new features or updates. This year' incarnation is a product without purpose. [Issue#246]
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