Underplayed Gems

Formula 1: Championship Edition (1997)

Formula 1: Championship Edition cover
Developer
Bizarre Creations
Publisher
Psygnosis
Platforms
PlayStation
Genres
Racing, Simulator, Sport
Rating
4.0 of 5, 11 player ratings

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How it feels

A crisp, authentic F1 experience that balances accessible arcade thrills with serious simulation, putting you through the full 1997 season at high speed.

competitivefast-pacedtechnicalrealisticpreciselicensedsimulation-leaningmultiplayer-friendly

About

An updated version of Psygnosis' first Formula 1 game. It features all tracks, drivers and cars from the 1997 season. Both an arcade mode and a realistic Grand Prix mode are available. New features are higher resolution and split-screen multiplayer.

What players say

A well-made late-90s F1 racer with split arcade and grand-prix modes and surprisingly deep car setups, though cars feel light and bounce skyward on contact. Remembered as a capable, technical racer that outpaced rivals despite slightly wonky collision physics.

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