F1 25: Release Date and Key Details Unveiled

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Following the reveal of Lewis Hamilton as the cover star for the F1 25 Iconic Edition, EA Sports has announced further details about the highly anticipated racing game. The game is set to launch on May 30, 2025, and will be available on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.

The Standard Edition of F1 25 will feature a trio of prominent drivers on its cover: Oscar Piastri from McLaren, fresh off his victory at the recent Chinese Grand Prix; Carlos Sainz of Williams, who secured points for the team in Shanghai; and Haas rookie Oliver Bearman, who also earned his first points for the American team at the same race weekend.

Fans interested in narrative content will be pleased to know that Braking Point, the series` story mode, will continue. Braking Point 3 will follow the fictional team Konnersport as they compete for the championship after their previous successes. F1 25 will offer adjustable difficulty settings for the single-player mode, catering to both newcomers and experienced players.

EA Sports is also promising a significant revamp of the popular My Team mode, with a focus on team management aspects. Players will have increased responsibilities and can participate in races as either of their team`s drivers. Visual enhancements to several tracks are also expected to improve the overall gaming experience.

Pre-orders for F1 25 are now open through EA and Codemasters, offering several in-game bonuses. Early purchasers of the Standard Edition will receive the F1 75 Celebration Pack, F1 World Starter Pack, and 5,000 PitCoin. Those who pre-order the Iconic Edition will also gain access to liveries from the current F1 24 season, Hamilton-themed in-game items, and post-launch story chapters featuring the APXGP team from Apple`s upcoming F1 movie. Iconic Edition owners will also receive early access to the game, starting on May 27, 2025.

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