EA announces paid 2026 expansion for F1 25 ahead of full game overhaul in 2027

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Electronic Arts has revealed that the upcoming F1 25 game will feature the 2025 and 2026 Formula One seasons. This is part of a larger effort to completely remake the game for its 2027 release.

Rather than launching a completely new F1 26 game, the developers will release a paid expansion that adds the significant rule changes coming to the sport in 2026 to the existing game. A fully redesigned F1 game will then be released in 2027, marking a fresh start for the series.

In 2026, a major update will be released featuring the latest car regulations, current teams, and updated driver rosters. EA explains this is the first step in a several-year plan culminating in a completely new game in 2027. The new game aims to deliver a significantly different experience with more options for players.

EA announced that F1® 25 will receive a significant content update as part of a larger plan to revitalize the F1® game series. They plan to release a completely new F1® game in 2027 that will offer a fresh and different gaming experience with more options for players, according to a recent blog post.

EA plans a full franchise refresh in 2027

Creative Director Lee Mather confirmed the team is dedicated to continuing the game series for the long haul. He explained that the success of F1 25 financially enabled them to plan for the future.

Codemasters is collaborating with Formula 1 and all eleven racing teams to develop the 2027 game. They’re building on the features current fans love, while also trying to attract new players to the series.

EA Sports F1 25 came out in May and is the first game in the series to feature content from two Formula 1 seasons.

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2025-11-18 20:49