F1 22
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Release | 1 July 2022 multiplayer |
F1 22 is a
The game received mostly positive reviews from critics, with most user criticism aimed at the lack of innovation compared to previous titles and the new "F1 Life" mode, as well as the revised in-game vehicle handling model which caused controversy over its new traction system, linked to the real-life regulation change Formula 1 saw for the 2022 season.
Gameplay
Due to new technical regulations for the 2022 Formula One World Championship, F1 22 features new car models with updated physics.[2] The game also features an updated track list, including the revised layouts of Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya for the Spanish Grand Prix, Yas Marina Circuit for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix and Albert Park Circuit for the Australian Grand Prix, as well as adding the new Miami International Autodrome for the new Miami Grand Prix.[3] The Algarve International Circuit, home of the Portuguese Grand Prix, along with the Shanghai International Circuit, hosting the Chinese Grand Prix, was subsequently added to the game with an update.[4]
EA and Codemasters also added Supercars to Formula One with "Pirelli Hot Laps", which is accessible through the new "F1 Life" mode, as well as a licensed soundtrack in the main menu. Furthermore, an option to choose either David Croft from Sky Sports or Alex Jacques from Channel 4 as the main English commentator for F1 races is also added.
In a post-launch update, F1 22 features the 2023 Alfa Romeo C43.[9]
Development and release
F1 22 was revealed in April 2022, with both
Reception
Aggregator | Score |
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Push Square | [26] |
Shacknews | 8/10[27] |
The Games Machine (Italy) | 8.2/10[28] |
The Guardian | [29] |
Video Games Chronicle | [30] |
F1 22 received "generally favorable" reviews, according to review aggregator Metacritic.[15][16][17]
During the 26th Annual D.I.C.E. Awards, the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences nominated F1 22 for "Racing Game of the Year".[32]
The game topped in the United Kingdom sales charts.[33]
Notes
- ^ The Champions Edition of the game was released on 28 June 2022.
References
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