EA Sports has released the driver rating rankings for the upcoming 2026 Season Pack downloadable content for F1 25.
This update is significant because it allows players to experience the new Formula 1 regulations, car designs, and team lineups before the actual racing season begins. Instead of releasing a standalone title for the year, EA opted to provide this content as a pack for the 2025 edition of the game.
The Season Pack is scheduled to launch in June 2026 [1]. An EA Sports spokesperson said the update brings new cars and regulations to F1 25 to deliver the most authentic experience yet.
Among the revealed rankings, Kimi Antonelli has been placed 15th overall [2]. This specific rating has caused friction among the gaming community, as some fans have pointed out that Antonelli is currently the championship leader. One fan said the placement is baffling given his current standing in the sport.
Other drivers featured in the ratings include Lando Norris, Charles Leclerc, and Isack Hadjar. The DLC aims to bridge the gap between the 2025 game cycle and the 2026 competitive reality by updating the virtual grid to match the latest professional rosters.
The decision to move toward a content pack rather than a full annual release represents a shift in how the franchise manages its yearly updates. This approach allows the publisher to integrate new technical regulations and driver shifts without requiring users to purchase an entirely new software license.
“The 2026 Season Pack brings the new cars, regulations and driver line‑up to F1 25”
The transition from a full annual release to a Season Pack DLC suggests EA Sports is prioritizing continuous service over traditional product cycles. However, the discrepancy between Antonelli's real-world performance as a championship leader and his 15th-place in-game rating highlights the ongoing tension between simulation accuracy and the developers' internal balancing metrics.
