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F1 2021 Braking Point Story Mode Revealed in More Detail Alongside New Screenshots

Codemasters’ upcoming F1 2021 is set to deliver another finely tuned iteration of its longstanding Formula 1 series of racing games, but there’s a reason for players to be excited even beyond the driving mechanics. Braking Point is the name of the series’ new story-driven career mode that looks set to deliver a dramatic tale of a young up-and-coming Formula 2 driver attempting to make it in the big leagues, and today it’s been detailed alongside some new screenshots. Here’s an overview of the storyline’s key protagonists via the game’s

F1 2021 Interview – Braking Point, Two-Player Career, My Time, and More

Codemasters’ F1 series is in the unique position where it keeps on making improvements year-over-year to deliver increasingly excellent games, which isn’t something that can be said about a lot of annual franchises. It’s no surprise, then, that each new game in the series is something that fans look forward to with giddy anticipation. This year’s entry is making a number of major improvements and trying out new ideas, and that, combined with the fact that this is the series’ debut on next-gen consoles and the first time it’s being published under

New F1 2021 Trailer Breaks Down New & Returning Key Features

EA and Codemasters is preparing to launch its next iteration of the acclaimed F1 series of racing games, and today a new features trailer offers a look at new and returning features to the latest F1 game, launching July 16 for Xbox Series X|S and PS5, alongside PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC via Steam. In the new trailer, fans of the Formula 1 franchise can look forward to a plethora of gameplay innovations for casual and seasoned racers, including Braking Point, Career Mode, and My Team: Braking Point allows

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For those who are interested in racing but don’t want to go out and buy an expensive sports car, a simulation steering wheel is a perfect substitute. You get the best of both worlds, the sensation of steering a real car and the ability to load in any car you want to drive, no matter the price. However, shopping for a simulation wheel can be tricky. Buyers will need to know what kind of racing simulation experience they want to ensure they aren’t wasting their money. Most importantly, buyers will

Twitch streamer Lando Norris takes Italian F1 Grand Prix podium

Christian Vejvad • Apr 19, 00:58It was a good day for Formula 1 racer and Twitch streamer Lando Norris, as he came in third at the Italian Grand Prix in Emilia Romagna this weekend.  The 21-year-old British driver has been a rising F1 star since his debut in 2019 and is now starting to drive among the absolute best in the sport. This is Norris’ second podium placement in his F1 career, the first one having come during the 2020 season. Norris isn’t just known for driving fast in the

F1 debuts on next-gen July 16 as first joint EA-Codemasters racing game

Monetizing the esports boom Learn how easy it is for developers to add tournaments, event streaming, and VIP content – and monetize the fan experience. Register Now Join GamesBeat Summit 2021 this April 28-29. Register for a free or VIP pass today. Codemasters and its new parent company, Electronic Arts, will launch F1 2021 on the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S on July 16. The title is the first joint title between Codemasters and EA since EA’s $1.2 billion purchase of the United Kingdom game company, and the title

Fuse Ignite Debuts as Commercial Rights Consultancy For Esports, Sports, Entertainment

Fuse unveiled a new commercial rights consultancy agency designed to enhance and expand the commercial capabilities of rights holders in the areas of sport, entertainment, esports, and lifestyle called Fuse Ignite. Part of the Omnicom Media Group, Fuse Ignite will engage with rights holders to help them navigate the “commercial cycle” of bringing IP to sale or license.  Fuse Ignite will lean on its own in-house team along with specialist consultants from Omnicom Media Group to create what the company is calling a “one stop shop” suite of solutions. The

Formula 1 announce female-only qualification route for F1 Esports Series

Formula 1 has announced plans for the F1 Esports Series Women’s Wildcard, a female-only qualification route to the Pro Exhibition. The Pro Exhibition serves as a pool of scouted talent for F1 teams to add to their rosters for the 2021 Pro Championship, which starts later this year. Credit: Formula 1 RELATED: Formula 1 launches mobile esports championship Open only to female competitors, the racers will compete in the F1 2020 game in the first week of May to determine who is the fastest. The fastest qualifier will then go

After a tough 12 months, sim racing’s silver lining is its rise in popularity

Despite being one of the oldest genres in esports, sim racing can hardly compare to the most established battle-royale, shooter or MOBA titles — not in terms of viewership nor in terms of developed esports ecosystems.  George Russell became the winner of the first F1 Virtual Grand Prix. Credit: Formula 1 Some argue that motorsports are declining in popularity. In 2020, Formula 1 saw a decline in its global audience and unique viewers, with falls of 4.5 percent and 8 percent respectively. What’s more, the Indy500 saw a record-low domestic