On August 18, 2025, EA Sports and Codemasters rolled out Patch v1.11 for F1® 25, addressing key gameplay fixes and preparing the ground for Season 3 enhancements. Here's a breakdown of what's new.
Fixes that impact gameplay
- Monaco pitstop rule resolved: The two-pitstop rule at Monaco is now enforced correctly.
- Tighter track limit penalties: Time Trial sessions now feature stricter enforcement to prevent minor infractions from being ignored.
New content & vehicle adjustments
- Scenario event Miami 2025: “Sprint race revisited #2” runs from August 20 to September 17, offering fresh challenges.
- Vehicle upgrades:
- Brake and wet-weather lights now correctly display while using Path Tracing (PC only).
- APXGP cars now feature authentic Mercedes engine sounds.
- DRS indicator light added to APXGP steering wheels.
- Fully damaged Red Bull front wings now reflect accurate visuals.
Career, multiplayer, audio, and UI adjustments
- Career mode: Balanced facility upgrades to keep progression fair.
- Multiplayer fix: Resolves an issue where the Select Livery tab failed to show when the host switched car categories.
- Audio: Fixed an issue where the Engineer could tell you the wrong name for another driver entering the pits.
- UI enhancements: The “Time remaining” display now appears under Best/Previous/Delta in qualifying, and these elements are movable in the OSD customization menu.
Miscellaneous improvements
- Revised tyre compounds to align with real-world specs at Montreal, Silverstone, and Spa.
- Multiple minor fixes in the Decal Editor and improved overall UI and game stability.
Looking ahead: AI tweaks on the horizon
Based on community feedback especially regarding AI's wet-weather handling and corner exits, EA plans to release AI enhancements with Season 3, expected mid-September.
Experience F1 25 with Fanatec
The best F1 25 experience is achieved with Fanatec hardware:
- Direct Drive Bases (like ClubSport DD+ or CSL DD): Feel realistic feedback from the Formula 1 cars. The way the steering loads up during a high-speed corner, the sharp impacts from kerbs, and the subtle sensations of grip loss - it's all here.
- Formula-Style Wheels packed with inputs, and the ideal size and shape for steering an F1 car. This includes the ClubSport Racing Wheel F1, the officially licensed combination of F1 wheel and ClubSport DD+ base.
- Precision Pedals with load-cell braking: The CSL Pedals LC, CSL Elite Pedals V2, and ClubSport Pedals V3 use a load cell sensor on the brake pedal, providing a realistic feeling during critical braking zones and turns where trail-braking precision matters most.
- Fanatec Cockpits: Their stability and ergonomics ensure consistency, giving the driver confidence to push the limits.
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