EA launches F1 25 with new features and iconic cover

Published 30/05/2025, 14:14
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REDWOOD CITY, Calif. - Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA), the $35.8 billion gaming giant with industry-leading 79% gross margins, has released F1® 25, the latest installment of the official game of the FIA Formula One World Championship™, for PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. According to InvestingPro analysis, EA maintains a strong financial position with more cash than debt on its balance sheet, positioning it well for continued gaming innovation. The game introduces enhanced gameplay options, including the revamped My Team 2.0, the return of the Braking Point story mode, and a chapter from the upcoming Apple Original Films™ production, F1® THE MOVIE. With annual revenues of $7.46 billion and robust cash flows, EA continues to invest in premium gaming experiences.

F1® 25 allows players to immerse themselves in the world of Formula 1 racing with a variety of perspectives and gameplay experiences. In My Team 2.0, players can assume the role of a team owner, managing operations and making strategic decisions for the team’s success. The game also brings back the popular Braking Point mode, offering a narrative-driven experience with multiple driver perspectives and potential alternate endings.

The game boasts technological advancements, with five circuits—Bahrain, Miami, Melbourne, Suzuka, and Imola—joining Silverstone in being digitally scanned for accuracy. The use of LIDAR technology ensures a realistic representation of each track, capturing every detail from surface textures to environmental elements.

In addition to the on-track experience, F1® 25 expands customization options for players through the new Decal Editor. This feature allows for personalized designs, with a variety of unlockable variants, fonts, and colors to create authentic-looking vehicle liveries.

The launch of F1® 25 was marked by a promotional event featuring the game’s Iconic Edition cover star, Lewis Hamilton, and football icon Kylian Mbappé, who competed in a sprint race. The Iconic Edition offers various perks, such as additional content linked to Lewis Hamilton and a Pitcoin bonus.

Post-launch, players can look forward to additional chapter scenarios from F1® THE MOVIE, available for purchase starting June 30. EA Play members benefit from a trial, monthly XP boosts, and discounts on digital purchases, including the game and downloadable content.

This release is based on a press release statement from Electronic Arts Inc. For more information on F1® 25 and related content, interested parties can visit the official Formula 1® game website and follow its social channels.

In other recent news, Electronic Arts has reported notable developments in its financial outlook and future projects. Benchmark analysts have raised their price target for Electronic Arts to $180, maintaining a Buy rating, after the company surpassed expectations in net bookings and adjusted earnings per share in the fourth quarter. EA’s sports gaming division, particularly EA SPORTS FC, showed significant growth, with Ultimate Team and FC Mobile seeing substantial increases. Additionally, TD Cowen analysts have increased their price target to $172, also maintaining a Buy rating, highlighting strong bookings and EBIT figures that exceeded estimates. The firm anticipates favorable outcomes from upcoming releases in the Battlefield and Skate franchises.

On the other hand, MoffettNathanson has downgraded Electronic Arts to a Neutral rating, with a price target of $163, citing concerns about the company’s growth stability despite its recent successes. Goldman Sachs has also raised its price target to $155 while maintaining a Neutral rating, acknowledging the company’s stable trajectory in the sports gaming sector and the potential of the Battlefield franchise. DA Davidson adjusted its price target to $150, maintaining a Neutral rating, based on revised estimates for future performance and anticipated growth in net bookings. These recent developments reflect a mix of optimism and caution among analysts regarding Electronic Arts’ future prospects.

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