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Review of F1 Manager 2023 on PlayStation 4

by Tanya Krane Tanya Krane photo Aug 2023
Cover image of F1 Manager 2023 on PS4
Gamefings Score: 8.5
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 31 Aug 2023
Genre: Sports Management
Developer: Frontier Developments
Publisher: Frontier Developments

Introduction

Buckle up, gamers, because we're diving into the high-octane world of F1 Manager 2023! If you've ever dreamt of being the chief strategist of a racing team, making tough calls under pressure, and yelling 'Go faster!' at your screen, then this game is your new best friend. It's time to strap in and take control of the fastest cars on the planet with a significant dose of digital drama.

Gameplay

F1 Manager 2023 is like a cooking game, but instead of pots and pans, you're juggling tires, fuel, and questionable driver strategies. Players are thrust into the role of team principal, forcing you to dodge the chaos of podium celebrations and potential team meltdowns with the grace of Lewis Hamilton on a good day. You'll need to manage everything from hiring drivers (good luck convincing them to accept your $50 an hour salary) to optimizing pit stops that can make or break races faster than a Ferrari in a straight line. The game introduces a new race replay mode, allowing players to reenact iconic moments from the season - like that time your driver forgot how to brake and dove into a wall, causing your hopes to literally go up in flames. Each of the 23 tracks from the 2023 season makes an appearance, along with sprint race mechanics. Let's face it, if sprint races don't get your adrenaline pumping, I don't know what will. Guiding your team through the ebbs and flows of a season is both exhilarating and terrifying. Can you lead them to victory before the pit crew realizes they've used the wrong tires?

Graphics

Looking to give Gran Turismo a run for its money, F1 Manager 2023 is powered by Unreal Engine 5. The visuals are breathtaking; every car gleams with detail and each track is a feast for the eyes. You'll genuinely believe you're watching real Formula One footage-if not for the "you've just crashed into the pit wall" sounds echoing in your living room. The graphics do an impeccable job of making you feel important, as if you're part of the pit row team working towards collective disarray rather than just a couch potato enjoying the view.

Conclusion

F1 Manager 2023 hits the sweet spot for caffeine-fueled adrenaline junkies and those who enjoy the nail-biting tension of strategy. While it can sometimes feel like you're trying to dig a car out of a gravel trap, the triumphs-and yes, the spectacular failures-are what make this game so bloody addictive. Grab your headset, your best team spirit outfit, and jump into the driver's seat of your managerial dreams. F1 Manager 2023 is definitely worth a spin, and who knows? You might end up being the real-life Gordon Ramsay of pit stops!

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