F1 25: 2026 Season Pack review – One for completionists

Key Points:

• The 2026 F1 Season Pack introduces a major overhaul of hybrid power units, featuring a 50/50 power split between the internal combustion engine and the electric Motor Generator Unit-Kinetic, emphasizing energy harvesting and lift-and-coast (LiCO) driving techniques.
• New gameplay features include Overtake Mode, which grants extra energy for overtaking, and Active Aero, replacing DRS with adjustable aerodynamic settings that affect speed and handling, though these add complexity to race strategy.
• The pack adds the new IFEMA Madrid Circuit, a challenging street track with elevation changes, but lacks significant updates to other tracks or major innovations in career or team management modes.
• The game maintains its accessible yet precise driving feel on both gamepads and steering wheels, though some technical aspects like graphics engine and textures feel dated.
• Priced at $29.99 for DLC or bundled in the Season Edition, the pack offers an authentic 2026 F1 experience but limited new content, making it recommended mainly for newcomers or those returning after a break, while existing players might prefer to wait for the 2027 release.