A New Chapter Awaits – Take Centre Stage in F1® 25; An Epic Formula 1® Blockbuster
Lewis Hamilton Confirmed as F1® 25 Iconic Edition Cover Star
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REDWOOD CITY, Calif., March 26, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) invites players to create headlines as a new chapter of Formula 1® begins with F1® 25, an official game of the 2025 FIA Formula One World Championship™, coming to PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S and PC on May 30. Take the spotlight in the latest instalment of the fan-favourite story mode, Braking Point, with Konnersport now battling for championships, as a dramatic event throws the team into chaos. Braking Point now comes with multiple difficulty settings catering for returning vets and rookies making their F1® debuts. The on-track excitement ramps up with the upcoming event film of the summer Apple Original Films' F1, launching worldwide in cinemas this June from Warner Bros. Pictures. Those who pre-order* the F1® 25 Iconic Edition can experience post-launch gameplay chapters inspired by the film featuring the APXGP team.** F1® 25 Iconic Edition players will also receive additional content, including 2025 season liveries for use in F1® 24***, and up to three days early access.
Popular game mode, My Team receives its first significant overhaul with players calling the shots as the owner of their F1® team. Take on new responsibilities before getting behind the wheel as either of the team's drivers. On track, F1® 25 continues to innovate through the power of its EGO engine. Enabling increased circuit authenticity made possible through LIDAR technology, several tracks and their surroundings are transformed with a more realistic look and feel. More details on the gameplay features and innovations will be revealed shortly through the F1® 25 Deep Dive series.
"F1 25 delivers more ways for players to experience Formula 1 and race their way, from the drama of Braking Point to making headlines in the pursuit of World Championship glory," said Lee Mather, Senior Creative Director at Codemasters. "This year, there are new opportunities for players to connect, collaborate, and compete than ever before. We look forward to sharing more in the coming weeks."
As Formula 1® celebrates its 75th anniversary, players can compete alongside and against the biggest driver line-up change in several years, including Lewis Hamilton's unprecedented move from Mercedes to Ferrari. The 2025 season promises to deliver the most unpredictable and dramatic season. With new stars trying to make a name for themselves, established drivers challenging for podiums, or veterans hoping for a World Championship on a new team, F1® 25 allows players to re-create every breathtaking moment through various single-player and new collaborative options.
Players who pre-order* the digital-exclusive F1® 25 Iconic Edition will receive a multitude of perks linked to cover star Lewis Hamilton and the film F1, alongside a selection of instantly available 2025 season liveries for use in F1® 24 Time Trial mode***, and much more. USA players who pre-order the Iconic Edition will also receive a one-month subscription to F1® TV PRO†. The F1® 25 Standard Edition featuring cover drivers Oscar Piastri, Carlos Sainz, and Oliver Bearman includes an F1® 75 Celebration Pack, F1® World "Starter Pack", and 5,000 PitCoin for players who pre-order*.
Developed by Codemasters, F1® 25 will be available May 30, 2025 on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Players who own F1® 23 or F1® 24 on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, EA app, Epic Games or Steam® can take advantage of a 15% pre-order loyalty* discount†† off the Iconic Edition. For more information, visit https://www.ea.com/games/f1/f1-25.
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*Conditions and restrictions apply. See ea.com/games/f1/f1-25/game-disclaimers for details.
**Certain chapter scenarios not available at launch; see ea.com/games/f1/f1-25 for details & availability. EA account, internet connection & all game updates required.
***Requires F1® 24 (sold separately) on same platform generation as F1® 25 & all game updates. Not available on PlayStation®4 and Xbox One.
†F1® TV Terms: Offer only available in U.S. to new & qualified returning F1 TV subscribers; existing subscribers must cancel their current subscription and reactivate using offer code. Subscription offer requires use of code, accessible by logging into your EA account at ea.com. Code is for use with one EA account and can only be used once. Code expires December 31, 2025. To redeem offer, you must create an F1 TV account (must be 16+) and provide a valid credit card number. Subscription automatically renews until cancelled. F1 TV Pro is $9.99/month after 1-month promotional period. Terms and conditions apply. See https://f1tv.formula1.com/ for details.
††Offers may vary or change. See retailer site for details. Loyalty offer not available on PlayStation®4 and Xbox One.
About Electronic Arts
Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: EA) is a global leader in digital interactive entertainment. The Company develops and delivers games, content and online services for Internet-connected consoles, mobile devices and personal computers.
In fiscal year 2024, EA posted GAAP net revenue of approximately $7.6 billion. Headquartered in Redwood City, California, EA is recognized for a portfolio of critically acclaimed, high-quality brands such as EA SPORTS FC™, Battlefield™, Apex Legends™, The Sims™, EA SPORTS™ Madden NFL, EA SPORTS™ College Football, Need for Speed™, Dragon Age™, Titanfall™, Plants vs. Zombies™ and EA SPORTS F1®. More information about EA is available at www.ea.com/news.
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F1® 2025 Game - an official product of the FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP. © 2025 Electronic Arts Inc. EA, EA SPORTS, the EA SPORTS logo, and Codemasters are trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. The F1 FORMULA 1 logo, F1 logo, FORMULA 1, F1, FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP, GRAND PRIX and related marks are trademarks of Formula One Licensing BV, a Formula 1 company. The F2 FIA FORMULA 2 CHAMPIONSHIP logo, FIA FORMULA 2 CHAMPIONSHIP, FIA FORMULA 2, FORMULA 2, F2 and related marks are trademarks of the Federation Internationale de L'Automobile and used exclusively under license. All rights reserved.
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