Formula 1 2013 Game

So, Codemasters ARE going to release a 2013 game. This is, in my opinion, a very shoddy start to their marketing campaign. I had to dig around the CM Forums to find this out. Apparently, they originally planned to announce it in June, however they couldn't get approval  But anyway, this really shows how Codies are rapidly falling back. The F1 Games are usually announced to coincide with the opening race of the season in Melbourne, yet they STILL haven't officially announced it.

The lead designer, known online as T4RG4, got sucked into a >>discussion<< with a fan on the forums. Ended up comparing F1 simulators to the F1 2012 Game. I don't know how he can argue that "F1 2012 was the most realistic game in the series". With no 1st & 2nd Practice, lame game modes (I really want to hop into all 12 teams in half a season!), unrealistic handling & clichéd & cheesy 'interviews'.

I agree with the OP in that thread though. F1 2010 Definitely is the best game in the franchise to date, which really shows how well they're progressing! Lets hope PRAY that F1 2013 can recapture the fun of F1 2010. I guess this has turned into more of a rant at Codemasters attempt at an F1 Game than the new game coming up Bring on rFactor 2!

I loved 2010 because it was more like the full season, ie 3 practice sessions, interviews etc, i didn't own 11, but played it a bit but not in career so i'll save judgement for if i play, and i like 2012, but it's missing something, not just the P1, P2 and P3, and interviews, but there's something else, idk, possibly the whole paddock scenario because i liked that
we'll have to wait and see

CRA Erebus wrote:I loved 2010 because it was more like the full season, ie 3 practice sessions, interviews etc, i didn't own 11, but played it a bit but not in career so i'll save judgement for if i play, and i like 2012, but it's missing something, not just the P1, P2 and P3, and interviews, but there's something else, idk, possibly the whole paddock scenario because i liked that
we'll have to wait and see

100% Agree. And, in my opinion, F1 2011 was the worst of all 3 games. Absolutely no feel of the car at all. Hopefully CM will release a demo, and who knows they may pull something out of the bag, particularly on Next-Gen consoles if it is released on them. I HATE that they renewed the license, if only T10, Polyphony or even SMS could get a hold of that license...

Kilroy8 wrote:

CRA Erebus wrote:I loved 2010 because it was more like the full season, ie 3 practice sessions, interviews etc, i didn't own 11, but played it a bit but not in career so i'll save judgement for if i play, and i like 2012, but it's missing something, not just the P1, P2 and P3, and interviews, but there's something else, idk, possibly the whole paddock scenario because i liked that
we'll have to wait and see

100% Agree. And, in my opinion, F1 2011 was the worst of all 3 games. Absolutely no feel of the car at all. Hopefully CM will release a demo, and who knows they may pull something out of the bag, particularly on Next-Gen consoles if it is released on them. I HATE that they renewed the license, if only T10, Polyphony or even SMS could get a hold of that license...  

I agree, oh well, only time will tell

Eh, you only need like two laps of practice on 2012. So no need for multiple sessions. All the paddock stuff is fine, but it ain't really important. What's important is the racing.

Yea, i guess, that makes sense, but it's supposed to be a game to simulate the full F1 season, 2010 did, 2012 did half of it...
oh well, i still like the game

Texaspotatolord wrote:Eh, you only need like two laps of practice on 2012. So no need for multiple sessions. All the paddock stuff is fine, but it ain't really important. What's important is the racing.

Yeah, that was actually one of my biggest gripes about '12. I couldn't sit through a practice session and smash out 20 laps dialling in a decent setup in 1st practice. Nor could I do my race simulation run in Practice 2, or practice qualifying runs in P3. I know you can just 'restart' the session, but you don't get the same immersion. I miss setting aside sets of tyres to use in each session, the track being rubbered in throughout the weekend. I don't understand how you can go from F1 2010 on a FIRST attempt to F1 2012 on a third attempt. There is absolutely no improvement. Even the Safety car is buggy as hell.

Kilroy8 wrote:

Texaspotatolord wrote:Eh, you only need like two laps of practice on 2012. So no need for multiple sessions. All the paddock stuff is fine, but it ain't really important. What's important is the racing.

Yeah, that was actually one of my biggest gripes about '12. I couldn't sit through a practice session and smash out 20 laps dialling in a decent setup in 1st practice. Nor could I do my race simulation run in Practice 2, or practice qualifying runs in P3. I know you can just 'restart' the session, but you don't get the same immersion. I miss setting aside sets of tyres to use in each session, the track being rubbered in throughout the weekend. I don't understand how you can go from F1 2010 on a FIRST attempt to F1 2012 on a third attempt. There is absolutely no improvement. Even the Safety car is buggy as hell.

100% Agree, especially with the Safety Car point. I've almost been hit by that more than by people in public lobbies.

I sure as hell won't be getting 2013 unless they announce some amazing new feature.

You can use the identical set up for like every track lol. Does speak towards the physics in need of a bit of an improvement there though.

Safety car is disappointing on F1 12 though. Really hard to get out, and sometimes it just eats you...I got DQ'd from it one time, real disappointing.

Something I hope they do in 13 is enforce the DRS rule in hotlapping. You have to open the DRS through so many spots that aren't that fun to use it in to get a good lap time.

Texaspotatolord wrote:You can use the identical set up for like every track lol. Does speak towards the physics in need of a bit of an improvement there though.

Safety car is disappointing on F1 12 though. Really hard to get out, and sometimes it just eats you...I got DQ'd from it one time, real disappointing.

Something I hope they do in 13 is enforce the DRS rule in hotlapping. You have to open the DRS through so many spots that aren't that fun to use it in to get a good lap time.

agreed, I can't get the safety car out no matter what, i try crashing into AI get 5 or 6 drivers, nothing, get them to crash on their own, nothing, it's just for show i swear,
and agreed with the DRS, and bring in the 2 zone DRS thing, i know that was introduced this year, so it better be in there,

If you hit 'em right going in the pits it'll come out. Otherwise they just disappear. I think it works in co-op mode if you're teammate crashes. I tried it a while back with Takumi and I caused a few safety cars.

ah ok, never done Co-op before so that may be why

"We’re pleased to announce that this autumn sees the release of F1 2013 For the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and Windows PC as part of our exclusive multi-year deal with Formula One World Championship Limited, the game will be available worldwide in two editions: F1 2013 and F1 2013: CLASSIC EDITION.

F1 2013: CLASSIC EDITION is a limited edition, premium package which includes F1 2013, featuring all new classic content from the 1980s, and is expanded with further content from the 1990s and additional Classic Tracks.

F1 2013 features all the cars, circuits and star drivers from the 2013 season, allowing gamers to race as Lewis Hamilton in his Mercedes and Sergio Perez in the McLaren-Mercedes for the first time, and includes all of the new drivers, updated rules, tyre changes and remodelled handling to authentically reflect the challenge and exhilaration of racing 2013’s stunning roster of FORMULA ONE™ cars. A range of game enhancements, split-screen and online multiplayer, plus new and returning game modes, delivers the most complete FORMULA ONE experience in videogame history.

NEW Classic Content
F1 2013: CLASSIC EDITION breaks new ground to include official classic FORMULA ONE content for the first time in the series in an expansive brand new game mode introduced by legendary broadcaster Murray Walker. F1 Classics allows players to race against a mixture of original drivers and renowned team legends in iconic cars and features four historical circuits. Classic content can be enjoyed across a range of game modes including quick race, a custom championship, time trial and in split-screen and online multiplayer modes. Players will race on grids featuring FORMULA ONE cars and drivers from different eras, experiencing the differing handling characteristics and feeling the evolution of technology over the years, providing an eye-opening contrast to the cars simulated from the 2013 season.

F1 Classics: 1980s Content includes:
Five iconic cars from Ferrari, Williams & Lotus
Ten legendary drivers including Nigel Mansell, Mario Andretti, Emerson Fittipaldi, Gerhard Berger and others
Circuito De Jerez – Former host of the Spanish GRAND PRIX™
Brands Hatch – Legendary former home of the British GRAND PRIX
F1 Classics: 1990s Pack Content includes:
Six Iconic cars from Ferrari & Williams
A host of famous drivers including David Coulthard, Eddie Irvine, Alain Prost, Jacques Villeneuve and others
Classic Tracks Pack includes:
Imola – Former host of the San Marino GRAND PRIX
Estoril – Past home of the Portuguese GRAND PRIX
All The Official 2013 Content Reflecting what is shaping up to be one most exciting seasons yet, F1 2013 will feature all the cars, circuits and stars from the 2013 FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP™.

Hot Lap Gameplay
Need a little more than just the trailer above? Well we've got two Hot Lap videos of Silverstone and Nürburgring featuring in game footage of F1 2013 and commentary from Anthony Davidson.

What are peoples thoughts?

Classics  

Classic F1 looks very.... Brown

Meh, I really want it to be good but if it's anything like the other games I won't enjoy it.

My thinking is, is that it's good that they finally listened to the fans. (A lot of them wanted this).

But it's kind of obvious that the reason they did this is to help try and win the war against Forza 5 and Project CARS. but the other two will still be better i feel.

http://forums.theonlineracingassociation.com/t10912-formula-1-2013-game

It seems as though they're trying too hard. And we're nearly half way through the season.

Threads merged.

Richy59 wrote:Meh, I really want it to be good but if it's anything like the other games I won't enjoy it.

+1 Agree here fully mehin big bold letters, want a decent f1 sim -



This game still holds its own awesome!

SelectiveRogue wrote:

Richy59 wrote:Meh, I really want it to be good but if it's anything like the other games I won't enjoy it.

+1 Agree here fully mehin big bold letters, want a decent f1 sim -



This game still holds its own awesome!

GP4 Is where it's at bro! I still play that game!

I miss the GP games, I hope Geoff make a new one

I have great memories of GP3. Absolutely no room for error, touch wheels with someone else and you're in the trees! The whole thing just felt 'right'.

SelectiveRogue wrote:

Richy59 wrote:Meh, I really want it to be good but if it's anything like the other games I won't enjoy it.

+1 Agree here fully mehin big bold letters, want a decent f1 sim -



This game still holds its own awesome!

What an intro song that game had!