
Review · Simulation · Xbox Series S/X · PlayStation 5 · PlayStation 4
F1 2021
By the LumiKin editors
Reviewed: 20 May 2026
Xbox Series S/X · PlayStation 5 · PlayStation 4 · PC · Xbox One
Codemasters · 2021
LumiScore
57/100
Good
Growth (BDS)
57
Risk (RIS)
42
Daily limit
60min
Age guidance
E
Developmental benefits
| B1 | Cognitive | 0.70 | |
| B2 | Social-emotional | 0.23 | |
| B3 | Motor | 0.75 | |
F1 2021 offers a realistic racing simulation that can enhance cognitive skills such as spatial awareness, strategic thinking, and reaction time. The 'My Team' career mode encourages long-term planning and management, while competitive multiplayer provides a challenging environment for skill development.
Design risks
| R1 | Dopamine pressure | 0.50 | |
| R2 | Monetization | 0.29 | |
| R3 | Social risk | 0.44 | |
The game includes microtransactions and a virtual currency (PitCoin) which may encourage spending. Online multiplayer can expose players to competitive toxicity and social comparison. EA's privacy policy indicates data transfer, which is a privacy consideration.
Heads up
- Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $5–20/mo.