News
Jul 23, 2025
Season 2 of EA SPORTS F1 25 brings driver ratings update, new liveries, the return of Elimination Mode, and more today
From Press Release:
Redwood City, Calif. – July 23, 2025 – Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) today launches its second season of content for EA SPORTS™ F1® 25, the official game of the FIA Formula One World Championship™. Running from July 23 through September 16, Season 2 features new challenges and rewards inspired by recent real-world action on the track. The game will deliver multiple Seasons of content throughout the year, each packed with thrilling racing moments and gameplay experiences shaped by the evolving storylines of the 2025 grid*.
Season 2 invites players to relive two of the most talked-about Sprint moments — Lewis Hamilton’s first win in Ferrari red at the FORMULA 1® CHINESE GRAND PRIX and Kimi Antonelli’s disrupted pole effort in Miami — giving fans the chance to revisit or rewrite the outcome in these Scenario Events. The fan-favourite Elimination mode also returns for a limited time, now featuring F1® cars. With the last-place driver knocked out every 25 seconds, this multiplayer mode is a relentless test of speed and survival. Weekly rewards will be awarded to those who can outpace the competition.**
Reflecting the evolving competitive landscape of the sport, F1® 25 delivers its first Driver Ratings update of the year as part of Season 2, with each upcoming Season introducing a refreshed set of ratings. Going live on July 24, the update considers recent performances, real-world historic data, and insights from a panel of experts. Rising stars Oscar Piastri, Isack Hadjar and Kimi Antonelli have made some of the biggest leaps, while changes to Max Verstappen, Carlos Sainz, and Yuki Tsunoda capture the shifting dynamics at the front and midfield. Full Driver Ratings standings available here.
“We’re thrilled at how F1® 25 has been received by players and excited to build on that momentum with a Season that deepens their connection to the sport,” said Lee Mather, Senior Creative Director at Codemasters. “Our goal for Season 2 has been to capture the unpredictable nature of the 2025 Championship — from the most sweeping Driver Ratings update yet, to empowering fans to shape their own stories on the grid.”
To celebrate McLaren’s 1-2 victory at their home Grand Prix™, all players who log into F1® 25 between July 30th and September 16 will receive the special McLaren x Google Chrome Livery – British GP 2025 via in-game mail. To learn more about what’s included in Season 2, visit the Formula 1® game blog and follow its social channels.
EA SPORTS™ F1® 25 is available on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. Players who purchase the Iconic Edition receive Lewis Hamilton Iconic Pack, F3™ Driver Icons Pack, 18,000 Pitcoin, and more. EA Play*** members get a 5-hour Trial, score a monthly 5000 XP boost, and can save 10% on EA digital purchases, including PitCoin, full game, and DLC. More details on EA Play.
*This announcement may change as we listen to community feedback and continue developing and evolving our Live Service & Content. We will always strive to keep our community as informed as possible.
**Requires EA SPORTS F1® 25 (sold separately) and all game updates. Rewards are unlocked based on completion of or ranking in event.
***Conditions, limitations and exclusions apply. See tos.ea.com/legalapp/eaplay/US/en/PC/ for details.
