F1 2020

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"short": "F1 2020 is a racing video game developed and published by Codemasters. It's the official game of the 2020 Formula 1 season, offering single-player, multiplayer, and split-screen modes, and is praised for its accessibility and immersive gameplay.",
"long": "## Introduction\n\n*F1 2020* is a racing video game developed by Codemasters, offering players the official experience of the 2020 Formula 1 and Formula 2 championships. As the thirteenth title in Codemasters' Formula 1 series, it allows players to experience the thrill of Formula 1 racing through single-player, multiplayer, and split-screen modes. The game is known for its detailed car models, realistic handling, and immersive presentation, aiming to provide an authentic Formula 1 experience.\n\n## Development & Release\n\nDeveloped and published by Codemasters, with support from Codemasters Birmingham, *F1 2020* was released on July 10, 2020, for PlayStation 4, PC, and Xbox One. The game was initially released on July 7 for pre-orders of the Michael Schumacher Edition. It was the last F1 game released independently by Codemasters before the studio's acquisition by EA in February 2021. The game featured the twenty-two circuits, twenty drivers, and ten teams as originally proposed for the 2020 Formula 1 World Championship before the COVID-19 pandemic altered the season.\n\n## Gameplay & Content\n\nPlayers can engage in various game modes, including single-player, multiplayer, and split-screen racing. The game accurately simulates the 2020 Formula 1 season, allowing players to compete on the circuits and with the teams and drivers originally planned. The "MyTeam" mode allows players to create their own team, manage resources, and compete as both an owner and a driver. The game offers a high degree of customization, allowing players to tailor the experience to their preferences. The gameplay loop focuses on racing, strategic pit stops, and managing car performance. The game provides a wide array of options for both casual and hardcore racing fans. Completionist playtime is estimated to be 148.7 hours.\n\n## Critical Reception\n\n*F1 2020* received positive reviews from critics. GameSpew stated that \"F1 2020 is racing perfection.\" Saving Content praised the "MyTeam" mode, saying that it's "the best mode of the past few years," and that it allows players to "forge a path all your own." The Daily Star claimed that *F1 2020* is \"the most fun, customisable, immersive and realistic official F1 racing game ever made.\"\n\n## Legacy & Impact\n\n*F1 2020* earned the British Academy Games Award for Sports.
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