F1 2021

 PlayStation 5
Metascore
84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 31 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 30 out of 31
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 31
  3. Negative: 0 out of 31
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  1. Hardcore Gamer
    Jul 12, 2021
    70
    There either isn’t enough focus on the story to engage you or the racing focus is held back by the unattainable challenges and grind that comes with progressing. My Team is largely the same and if you paid more for the legendary drivers, you’ll be selecting one of those seven as a teammate at a time and won’t be using them in any other mode. The removal of Classic Mode and the ability to race as a current F1 driver in any mode outside of Grand Prix is disheartening and the fact that this information wasn’t made readily available to potential buyers isn’t good. Hopefully the issues with the AI can be patched as the actual racing and car physics are still excellent. There was a lot of opportunity for F1 2021, and on top of three circuits on this year’s calendar not being readily available for launch, there’s a lot left on the table for the current generation premiere of the series.
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  1. Eurogamer
    Jul 12, 2021
    An entertaining and surprisingly effective new story mode heads up an otherwise modest refresh for Codemasters' official series. [Eurogamer Recommended]

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#22 Best PlayStation 5 Game of 2021
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#59 Most Discussed PlayStation 5 Game of 2021

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User Score
6.1

Mixed or average reviews- based on 77 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 42 out of 77
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 77
  3. Negative: 25 out of 77
  1. ThomaSmit
    Jul 19, 2021
    10
    I am a fan of F1 maybe this will not be an objective assessment but the game is good, the steering wheel mode is well done. The graphics areI am a fan of F1 maybe this will not be an objective assessment but the game is good, the steering wheel mode is well done. The graphics are stunning not to mention the music effects. I recommend it for F1 fans.… Full Review »
  2. tulkasdk
    Jul 30, 2021
    3
    Poorly optimized code - screen tearing and frame drop in most 30fps sequences outside races, and graphics aren't even impressive - peoplePoorly optimized code - screen tearing and frame drop in most 30fps sequences outside races, and graphics aren't even impressive - people models often looks like something from a PS3 game. Game is also littered with micro-transactions and is constantly pushing the player to buy a VIP pass. Disgusting!
    I'm done with the F1 franchise which look more and more like FIFA cash-grab.    … Full Review »
  3. Tudes05
    Jul 20, 2021
    5
    El juego en si está genial. Mejora todo lo que era F1 2020 pero el juego se ha lanzado pronto y mal. Los circuitos son los del 2020 antes deEl juego en si está genial. Mejora todo lo que era F1 2020 pero el juego se ha lanzado pronto y mal. Los circuitos son los del 2020 antes de los cambios por covid. No está Portimao ni Imola. Turkía ni va a llegar. La F2 es la del 2020 y han quitado todo el contenido clásico. LO peor, que todos los cambios en los circuitos no se han aplicado (nueva curva en Barcelona, el cambio en Abu Dabi). Me parece una falta de respeto a los fans de F1 que vendan este juego como el simulador oficial cuando lo único oficial del 2021 son los coches y pilotos. Una verguenza.… Full Review »
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