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EA Sports Shifts Focus: F1 25 Expansion Instead of 2026 Game

11/18/2025

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Summary

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EA Sports and Codemasters announce a paid expansion for F1 25 reflecting 2026 season changes instead of a new game in 2026.
This move serves as a strategic reset for the franchise, freeing development time for F1 27, set to launch in 2027.
Codemasters seeks a refreshed experience and to enhance gameplay for players.
Pricing and release details for the 2026 expansion will be confirmed next year.

History

Historical Context

Codemasters' F1 2021 game, released on July 16, 2021, marked a significant shift as the first in the series published by EA Sports after their acquisition of Codemasters. The game featured a new story mode and updated circuits, selling over 1 million copies within a month. The decision to offer a paid expansion for F1 25 in 2026 reflects a broader industry trend toward maximizing existing titles.

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Story summary

EA Sports and Codemasters announce a paid expansion for F1 25 reflecting 2026 season changes instead of a new game in 2026.
This move serves as a strategic reset for the franchise, freeing development time for F1 27, set to launch in 2027.
Codemasters seeks a refreshed experience and to enhance gameplay for players.
Pricing and release details for the 2026 expansion will be confirmed next year.

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