[stusjm]

First details (I've seen) of the new Formula 1 game from Codemasters, suggesting it will be released later this year.

Alex Bertie (Marketing VP - Codemasters): Our game is an opportunity to bring F1 back on multiple platforms to a broader marketplace. Our vision for F1 is about making it exciting again as a video game property. We can’t talk about how we will do that yet, but we have big plans that will not just be one huge game later this year, but a phased approach over a number of years. There’s a great alignment of ethos there that a UK studio is working on the game of a sport whose current champ is a young ambitious British driver.

(via thesixthaxis)

[Schumi 01]

I do hope Codemasters can pull this game off. We need a new F1 game, imagine 22 drivers online all tearing down to the first corner, somebody locks up at the back and takes half the field out. So looking forward to this game.

*EDIT phased approach? Interesting.

[SyStemDeMoN]

Originally Posted by Schumi 01

I do hope Codemasters can pull this game off. We need a new F1 game, imagine 22 drivers online all tearing down to the first corner, somebody locks up at the back and takes half the field out. So looking forward to this game.

Yeh that would be pretty awsome.

Used to love the F1 games, so hope the next one will be a masterpiece.

[Bribrian]

Quote........ but a phased approach over a number of years.

Does this mean an F1 prologue in the offering.....

[catisfit]

Original thread is here. While not a preview thread, there's some relevant discussion there.

I really enjoyed F1CE and I'm gutted that the only license has gone to Codemasters. If only the sport was licensed in the same way as the MLB...

[reidylfc]

Really looking forward to release, i enjoyed F1 Champ Ed, just hoping codemasters can produce something great!

Anyone have any idea what they mean by a 'phased' approach then? Hope it doesn't mean that the first game wont be great, but the years after will improve. Haven't got the patience to wait that long!

[Tall_Paul]

Hopefully they'll have the full range of 2009-spec cars, I'm really looking forward to the '09 season, I'm very, very happy slicks are back

[rai80]

Slicks = good, ugly cars = bad.

Phased approach - code for same game every year with new drivers and paint jobs no doubt.

[stusjm]

Originally Posted by Tall_Paul

Hopefully they'll have the full range of 2009-spec cars, I'm really looking forward to the '09 season, I'm very, very happy slicks are back

About one of the only things that has been confirmed on the Codemasters forum is that the game will be based on the 2009 season.

[stusjm]

F1 pushed back until 2010 (via Gameswire)

[P-e-G-i]

Here you go:

Formula 1 Video Game, UK Debut Teaser | Game Trailers & Videos | GameTrailers.com

09' for Wii and PSP. 10' for the rest of us.

I would assume they will wait till the start of the next F1 season to launch it.

[=adrian=]

Thanks for that! Can't wait for that game. I hope it is going to be a proper sim - hard and realistic 2010? I don't think it will be good year for releasing any racing game - it will be year of Gran Turismo 5!

[=adrian=]

A bit more info from Official F1 website:

Codemasters reveal next generation of official F1 games
F1 2009 PSP first look. © Codemasters F1 2009 Wii first look, Toyota. © Codemasters F1 2009 Wii first look, Force India. © Codemasters F1 2009 Wii first look, Renault. © Codemasters F1 2009 PSP first look. © Codemasters

A new generation of Formula One video games featuring all the drivers, teams and circuits from the 2009 FIA Formula One World Championship was announced on Friday by Codemasters, the developer and publisher of award-winning racing video games, under its exclusive worldwide agreement with Formula One Administration Limited.

The first title in the series, F1 2009™, will debut on Wii™ and PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system this autumn. F1 2009 will deliver an authentic and accessible recreation of the current Formula One season, including, for the first time in a Formula One title, the stunning Singapore night race. A trailer video is now live at Formula1 Game - The official game site coming soon., Codemasters’ new online destination for the game.

Extending the Formula One experience to further gaming formats, it was also announced that F1 2010™ is in development at Codemasters Studios and coming mid 2010 for the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft® and Games For Windows®. F1 2010 is being created using Codemasters’ EGO™ Engine technology, which most recently powered the BAFTA award-winning Race Driver: GRID™.

Talking about the partnership with Codemasters, Bernie Ecclestone, CEO Formula One Management Limited, commented: “Codemasters has a great heritage when it comes to racing games and their reputation is second to none. We’re working very closely together on the upcoming Formula One titles and are very impressed with what we have seen.”

Rod Cousens, CEO, Codemasters, said: “Formula One is the pinnacle of motorsport. For many, it embraces a lifestyle and its audience is far reaching and growing. We are producing a series of games that will deliver the passion, glamour and exhilaration that fans deserve and we know how to do that. F1 2009 is the start of something very special for Codemasters and will set the standard for the high definition versions that will follow in mid 2010.”

“Our studios are working extremely closely with Formula One Management Limited and the teams to produce the most authentic and thrilling experience possible. We are delighted with the level of support and access afforded to us so far, enabling us to get as close to the sport as possible. It is this level of support, understanding and working in partnership that enables to deliver superb Formula One games for whichever platform players choose to race.”

In addition to bringing Formula One to Wii for the first time, F1 2009 marks Lewis Hamilton’s debut in a videogame and will enable players to take to the wheel of his McLaren MP4-24 and battle to retain his drivers’ championship crown. The new 2009 season promises to be one of the most exciting and closely fought, thanks to new regulations on aerodynamics, slick tyres and the introduction of the KERS boost system, which is designed to aid overtaking. The rule changes, including KERS, will be reflected in F1 2009 to deliver a truly enthralling racing experience.

“I know Codemasters is going to make a great Formula One game and I'm really looking forward to racing my virtual Red Bull RB5 around my favourite tracks such as Spa and Monaco,” said Chinese Grand Prix winner, Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel.

"Formula One computer games and circuit simulations can be invaluable for racing drivers so it's great news that our fans will also be able to experience the BGP 001 through this game," added championship leader, Brawn GP's Jenson Button.

Both the Wii and PSP editions of F1 2009 have been exclusively designed to deliver the ultimate racing package for each individual format and its audience. Setting new standards for immersion and authenticity on Wii, F1 2009 will offer a variety of race modes, including a full Formula One season and individual arcade-style challenges. Customisable driver aids will be offered to individual players, so both novice and expert drivers will be able to keep their car on track. In the game’s multiplayer mode, driver aids will enable friends and families of different abilities to play together in wheel-to-wheel split screen co-operative and competitive multiplayer races.

The PSP edition of F1 2009 will have players racing against each other wirelessly in addition to engaging and challenging single player modes exclusively tuned for portable play, including competing in full championships.

As Formula One enters its most exciting season yet, F1 2009 will take Wii and PSP players as close as possible to racing in the world’s most spectacular motorsport when it launches this autumn; F1 2010 will follow for PLAYSTATION®3, Xbox 360 and Games For Windows in 2010. For the trailer video, race over to Formula1 Game - The official game site coming soon..

The Official Formula 1 Website

F1 2010 is being created using Codemasters’ EGO™ Engine technology, which most recently powered the BAFTA award-winning Race Driver: GRID™.

This sucks

[Moogle]

Originally Posted by =adrian=

This sucks

Why? Just because they are using the same engine doesn't mean one should automatically assume the game is not going to be up to par. Why not wait until you have seen the game or better still played it before passing judgement.

[=adrian=]

Originally Posted by Moogle

Why? Just because they are using the same engine doesn't mean one should automatically assume the game is not going to be up to par. Why not wait until you have seen the game or better still played it before passing judgement.

Well, I didn't like the physics in GRID. I know there will be tweaks to the engine itself and I hope the F1 game will be very different to GRID - just that. Of course I will wait and see the game itself before passing judgement, but that's just my initial thought after that info I posted.

[Moogle]

Originally Posted by =adrian=

Well, I didn't like the physics in GRID. I know there will be tweaks to the engine itself and I hope the F1 game will be very different to GRID - just that. Of course I will wait and see the game itself before passing judgement, but that's just my initial thought after that info I posted.

Yes and GRID was more of an arcade game then a pure sim. I'm sure for the F1 game they will modify and enhance the game engine so it is more suited to the sim nature of a Formula 1 game.

[kBm]

I assume that with a 2010 release, it will be a 2010 car/ driver line up?

Need more pictures, need more video.....

[johny1980]

Originally Posted by kBm

I assume that with a 2010 release, it will be a 2010 car/ driver line up?

Need more pictures, need more video.....

nope id pretty much guess it would be this years lineup

thats ok for piquet fans

[kBm]

Originally Posted by johny1980

thats ok for piquet fans

..thats if he see's the start of the European races..... If not, im sure it will be a DLC special....

[BigTone]

Originally Posted by kBm

..thats if he see's the start of the European races..... If not, im sure it will be a DLC special....

Maybe he should get his dad to drive!

[redwinnie]

Originally Posted by BigTone

Maybe he should get his dad to drive!

Now that is DLC worth buying, not only buy an old F1 car but the driver to go in it. Each with a special ability.

Massa - a button that makes you spin 360 in the rain (only useable at Silverstone)
Prost - a button that rams your rival off at the first corner (only in Japan)
Senna - See Prost
Mansall - A button that will kill your engine (only useable on final lap at Canada)
Brundle - A button to launch the car in the air and barrel roll it (Australia only)
Kubica - See brundle (Only Canada)
Lauda - A button to set the car on fire (sorry )

[TEVEZ032]

Originally Posted by redwinnie

Mansall - A button that will kill your engine (only useable on final lap at Canada)

Nah, it's gotta be a left rear tyre blowout for that one!

[redwinnie]

Originally Posted by TEVEZ032

Nah, it's gotta be a left rear tyre blowout for that one!

Yes, should of thought of that one. Also thought steering wheel coming off in your hand for Senna was a bit cruel.

[air121005]

or a button which launches Schumacher into the side of Damon Hill in the last race of the season

on a serious note, i thought, and still do think, GRID is a fantastic game!

as noted in the text above, Codemasters have made some fantastic driving games over the years, doubt they will do wrong with this

[Bagoose]

Anyone heard any further news on this? A bit concerned/disappointed with the silence...

[DKenni]

Originally Posted by Bagoose

Anyone heard any further news on this? A bit concerned/disappointed with the silence...

We've known for some time it wouldn't be seen until next year. Hopefully taking the time to get it right before it's unveiled to the baying masses

[=adrian=]

Bump

any news about this game? it all died out and can't find any info

[monkey business]

Just wait until they get the PSP and Wii versions of this game out and then we should see the info rolling in.

[=adrian=]

Originally Posted by monkey business

Just wait until they get the PSP and Wii versions of this game out and then we should see the info rolling in.

Looking forward to this then, thanks

[Rock Da Bass]

Originally Posted by =adrian=

Bump

any news about this game? it all died out and can't find any info

Yeah, I'm waiting to find out about this one too. I did a search and this old thread was the most up to date.

Does anyone have any news?

Cheers

RDB