Codemasters has officially lifted the lid on F1 2022 (or F1 22 as it's now officially called), the next entry in its annual Formula 1 series. Launching on July 1 for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S, the game will also receive VR support on PC, making it the first F1 game to do so.
Arriving on Steam, Epic Games Store, and Origin, we don’t know which VR headsets are supported right now on F1 22. However, we’d expect you’ll be fine if you own an Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, Valve Index, or Oculus Quest 2 (via Oculus Link). Presently, there’s no word on a native Quest release, PlayStation VR compatibility, or if it’ll support PlayStation VR 2 when Sony's new headset launches.
So, what else has changed this time around? A good few things, as it turns out. Alongside co-op multiplayer and the usual roster updates – we’ve got the full lineup of all 20 drivers and 10 teams – 2022’s newest location, the Miami International Autodrome, also makes its debut with the Miami Grand Prix. A new adaptive AI system for “less experienced players” has also been implemented, adjusting the pace of AI cars depending on your performance.
Otherwise, a new ‘F1 Life’ mode was confirmed, a customizable hub that lets you collect “supercars, clothing, accessories, and more.” The Formula 2 mode is back with 2021 and 2022 season content, providing a training ground with options for different season lengths, before entering the big leagues.
My Team also makes a return for the third year running, letting you choose a starting budget to create your own F1 team in a racing management mode. That’s not to be confused with the upcoming F1 Manager 2022 game from Frontier Developments, which has a similar but expanded premise.
However, it's F1 22's VR support
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