Electronic Arts has revealed more details about its upcoming Formula 1 racing simulator, EA Sports F1 24, with a new trailer. First announced in February, F1 24 will arrive earlier than previous games in the series on May 31st for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One and Xbox Series S/X. EA detailed the features coming to the game and confirmed that for the first time, players will be able to compete as a driver of their choice in the 2024 Formula 1 season in career mode.
F1 24 offers a new Dynamic Handling system that promises a more realistic feeling of driving a Formula 1 car. There are updates all around: new suspension kinematics, tire models, advanced aerodynamic simulation, and new engine and vehicle tuning options. “All aspects of driving are improved through cornering, rolling resistance, brake pressure, ambient track temperature and variable conditions, allowing drivers to receive instant feedback to maximize their on-track performance,” EA said.
EA’s upcoming racing sim focuses on authenticity with improvements to existing circuits to bring them closer to their real-world counterparts. Off track, F1 24 will also feature a new broadcast presentation pack, cutscenes and actual driver audio samples from F1 broadcasts for greater immersion.
The Career mode has also been redesigned, according to EA. In addition to racing as a player-created custom driver, players can also race as real-life F1 drivers from the 2024 season or even as legendary F1 drivers from the past. Career Mode will also include new features like Race Day Challenges and Contract Objectives to help players build reputations, long-term goals, two-player careers, and more.
“Our biggest career innovation since 2016 delivers more of what our players want with more variety off the track,” said Lee Mather, Senior Creative Director, Codemasters. “Along with new handling and career innovations, updated circuits, new sound and updated streaming give players the feeling of being closer to the grid.” he added.
EA Sports F1 24 will be available in a standard version and a digital-only Champions Edition, which gives access to a choice of liveries, two icons – James Hunt and Juan Pablo Montoya – in career mode, in-game currency, bumper F1 World Package, VIP Podium Pass and three days of early access starting May 28. F1 24 launches on May 31 with pre-orders for the game on all platforms.