EA obviously intend to make full use of the F1 license this time round, putting you in the shoes of a rookie F1 driver, aiming to make it big in four seaons.

"Consumer feedback told us that real innovation was needed in the Formula One space."," said Executive Producer Matt Webster. "In our desire to deliver the strongest Formula One experience to date, we have stepped up to the mark and are now developing the first ever multi year licensed Formula One game where you can build your racing career across four seasons."

The gameplay and graphics are being given an overhaul, and the game will have "unrivalled detail" of the 1999-2002 seaons, mirroring the real life sport.