F1® 23

F1 23 official Formula One racing on Windows

F1® 23 for Windows is the official game of the 2023 FIA Formula One World Championship, built for players who want to drive the season rather than simply watch it. It brings together licensed Formula One and Formula Two teams, real drivers, and the circuits from the 2023 calendar in a focused racing simulation.

The game offers a broad mix of ways to play. You can race as a real-world driver such as Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton, Charles Leclerc, Sergio Pérez, George Russell, or Fernando Alonso, or create your own driver and build a career. Time trials, exhibition races, career play, single-player events, online multiplayer, and split-screen multiplayer give it enough flexibility for solo practice, casual local racing, or more competitive sessions.

F1® 23 also reflects changes from the real 2023 season, including the expanded sprint format. Circuits such as Monaco, Silverstone, Interlagos, Las Vegas, and Qatar help keep the calendar varied, with street circuits and classic venues offering different racing challenges. Returning features like manual pit stops and adaptive AI add to the sense of control and pressure during race weekends.

One of the more accessible additions is the return of Braking Point, the story-driven mode featuring Aiden Jackson, Devon Butler, Konnersport Racing Team, and new characters. It gives players a more guided way into the world of F1, with drama and structured events alongside standard racing.

Handling and physics have been refined, and features such as red flags and 35 percent race distances add more strategy without always requiring full-length events. That said, F1® 23 is still not the easiest racing game for complete beginners. Its simulation focus, race rules, and car control demand patience.

Overall, F1® 23 is best for Formula One fans who want an officially licensed, season-accurate driving experience with enough modes to support both short races and longer-term progression.