F1 23 Release Date announced
It'll be here June 16th, PC VR confirmed!
EA Sports has announced the release of their latest F1 game, F1 23. This highly anticipated game is set to hit the shelves on Friday, June 16, 2023, and will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via the EA App, Epic Games Store, and Steam. Sadly our PSVR2 friends are being left out of the VR fun. It's coming with a $70 price tag. And that is fun us PC gamers are not being left out on.
On the PC VR side, we know the series has suffered a bit from head movement jitter and stuttering. We're hopeful this has been cleaned up for this latest iteration, but without any hands on, there is no way to know for sure as yet.
On to the game itself, one exciting aspect of F1 23 is the inclusion of every track from the full Formula 1 2023 season calendar and all laser scanned. We will get the chance to race on iconic tracks such as Las Vegas and Lusail, as well as some classics such as Paul Ricard, Shanghai, and Portimão.
The most promising mention is new vehicle physics and handling. How extensive it is and how it ultimately translates to feel while on track is a big unknown at this point. let's just all assume new translates to improved until they prove us otherwise.
In addition to the incredible track selection, F1 23 is also introducing a number of new features that reflect the new circuits and rules in the 2023 F1 season. One such feature is the inclusion of a new Braking Point chapter, it'll offer players a new storyline to follow. May be perfect for those of us wanting to live out our Drive To Survive fantasies. And for those who have been eagerly awaiting the introduction of red flags in the game, the wait is finally over! This new feature is sure to add an extra layer of excitement and realism to your races.
F1 23 also introduces a new 35% Race Distance option, which strikes the perfect balance between a realistic race set-up and strategy while also ensuring that players don't need to commit too much time to every race. This means that you can still enjoy the full F1 experience without having to spend hours upon hours in front of your screen.
Overall, we are hopeful F1 23 will be a solid addition to the F1 gaming library. With its incredible selection of tracks, exciting new features, and balance of realism and fun, this game will hit the spot for the casual gamers while still offering plenty for the more hardcore fans. June 16, 2023 is coming quick, hope to see you all on track then!