F1 2017 Reviews

F1 2017 is ranked in the 96th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
M3
Top Critic
8 / 10
Aug 30, 2017

Aside from some graphical issues F1 2017 really impresses. The racing is as brilliant as ever – with endless possibilities to create your own F1 experience. An improvement over last years installment in every way.

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Unscored
Aug 30, 2017

For the gamer who's not quite as passionate about Formula 1 or racing in general, it might be worth trying out before coughing up your hard-earned cash. But even then, I think you'll find it engaging.

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GamingBolt
Top Critic
8 / 10.0
Aug 30, 2017

F1 2017 bring us a fine tuned, well balanced, fun and compelling, and hugely satisfying racing game that can be recommended to motorsport enthusiasts without hesitation- but it can also be recommended to newcomers, if with some caveats. That is perhaps the game's greatest accomplishment.

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8.5 / 10.0
Aug 29, 2017

Unpredictable and challenging yet deeply rewarding, the range of modes and options available make for what is Codemasters' finest outing since they picked up the license.

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8.7 / 10.0
Aug 29, 2017

In short, we can say that F1 2017 is a game that satisfies the most palatied, both the happiest and the most casual. In short, a title designed for the majority that is able to offer more arcade sessions to almost realistic sessions. Excellent car feedback and attention to details. In short, a title definitely to have if you like this!

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9 / 10.0
Aug 29, 2017

When it comes to authenticity and racing fun, Formula 1 2017 is the total package.

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ZTGD
Top Critic
8 / 10.0
Aug 29, 2017

It is impressive that, as a racing game, F1 2017 is a title that genuinely offers something for everyone. At its core though, Codemasters' title is obviously a simulation that has been pitched to F1 enthusiasts. Those players should find themselves more than satisfied with the variety of content, level of detail and complexity that's included.

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6 / 10.0
Aug 29, 2017

F1 2017 is certainly a good F1 simulation and the career mode will keep many people busy for months to come

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8 / 10.0
Aug 28, 2017

While not the most novice-friendly racing game, those who put the hours into Codemasters' latest F1 title will find it a worthwhile endeavor. The on-track action is great, and the level of customization is rarely seen even in other simulations. Unfortunately, a lot of the finer racing concepts aren't introduced well and the gigantic R&D tree can be overwhelming when first seen during the career mode. If players can get past that, they'll have a blast.

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NZGamer
Top Critic
8.8 / 10.0
Aug 28, 2017

F1 2017 is an impressive game. It not only retains the feel and flavour of Formula One racing, it makes it all accessible.

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9 / 10.0
Aug 28, 2017

A very good game, without any any technical of gameplay flaws. F1 fans – it's a must-have.

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9 / 10.0
Aug 28, 2017

F1 2017 is without a doubt the finest F1 game ever made, and a superb motorsport game as a whole.

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9 / 10.0
Aug 27, 2017

Codemasters have returned F1 video games back to the glory days. In years from now we’ll say, “Does this game play as well as F1 2017 did?”. It’s a benchmark that only they can set higher and if you’re an F1 fan you’d be a fool to ignore this game.

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8.5 / 10.0
Aug 27, 2017

As with any new Formula One game, we expect changes and upgrades to the previous iteration. With F1 2017 Codemasters has taken a massive step forward towards realism and with the talk of a VR version, we can expect amazing things from future F1 games. The Championship Mode and dynamic team rivalries...

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9 / 10
Aug 27, 2017

Codemasters sweeps the podium with the best Formula One game ever made.

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Twinfinite
Top Critic
4.5 / 5.0
Aug 25, 2017

F1 2017 builds on what fans loved in the previous game to make it arguably the best Formula One game Codemasters have made since they started creating games for the motorsport series in 2019. Whether you've not played one for a few years like myself or enjoyed F1 2016, this provides a worthwhile experience.

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Polygon
Top Critic
8 / 10.0
Aug 25, 2017

F1 2017 is a game that's as much fun to think about as it is to play, and as intriguing to plan out and strategize as it is to race. And it is a lot of fun to race, because so much of F1 2017's enjoyment comes from things built up over time, not the year-to-year bullet-point features of video gaming.

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IGN
Top Critic
8.9 / 10.0
Aug 25, 2017

F1 2017 isn't light years ahead of the already very good F1 2016 but the new cars, retro content, and the juiced-up career mode make a very strong case for the upgrade, and I really appreciated the enhanced force feedback on a wheel. Rich with details and faithful to just about everything that makes contemporary F1 tick, F1 2017 is about as good a simulation of a single, modern motorsport as you can get.

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8.2 / 10.0
Aug 25, 2017

A good racing games that doesn't take any kind of risks but still it's one of the best F1 emulation ever (but not the best racing sim).

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7 / 10.0
Aug 24, 2017

F1 2017 is marred by the immense shadow that is F1 2016’s greatness. It goes at great length to try and build upon what was started last year, but doesn’t polish it, or make it different, enough for it to stand out. If you are looking for a simulation racer for Formula 1, and you don’t already have F1 2016, then F1 2017 should be bought.

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