The DLC for F1 25 now has a firm release date: June 3, 2026, on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. EA and Codemasters confirmed it on May 20. The trailer shows Audi, Cadillac and the new MADRING circuit. This matters to current owners first. It also matters to new players, because EA will sell a 2026 Season Edition with the base game included.
Key points
- The F1 25 2026 Season Pack launches on June 3, 2026 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.
- EA lists the DLC at €29.99 on consoles and €24.99 on PC, with final store prices subject to change.
- The 2026 Season Pack adds Audi, Cadillac, updated drivers, new 2026 cars and MADRING.
- MADRING is listed as a 5.4 km track with 22 corners on the official Steam page.
F1 25 DLC 2026 release date, price and editions
The 2026 Season Pack is not a full F1 26 release. It is a paid expansion for F1 25. EA lists the pack at €29.99 on consoles and €24.99 on PC. The bundled F1 25: 2026 Season Edition is listed at €59.99 on consoles and €49.99 on PC.
That split is important. Existing players can upgrade without buying another full game. Newcomers can buy one package and get the 2025 base game plus the 2026 content. Compare the details through EA’s announcement and the Steam listing.
The move makes sense on paper. The real 2026 Formula 1 season changes rules, teams and car concepts. An expansion can cover that transition. It still needs to feel substantial once players reach the first braking zone.
The F1 25 2026 DLC trailer shows Audi and Cadillac
The trailer puts the new grid front and center. Audi joins the field. Cadillac arrives with Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Pérez. EA also highlights updated line-ups and new team identities. For many fans, those official teams are the first selling point.
The trailer then moves toward handling. EA mentions smaller, lighter cars, active aerodynamics and a new Overtake Mode. That sounds more meaningful than a livery pack. It could affect attack timing, straight-line strategy and wheel-to-wheel racing.
The video cannot prove the physics yet. EA also says some final car models will arrive in a post-launch update. That detail matters. F1 players care deeply about accuracy, shapes and liveries.
F1 25 DLC 2026 may depend on MADRING
MADRING is the new circuit in the pack. Steam lists it as a 5.4 km track with 22 corners. EA describes it as a hybrid street and purpose-built layout in Madrid. The track can only be driven with the 2026 cars.
That limit may annoy some players. It also gives the pack a clearer identity. A new circuit creates practice, setup work, league races and time-trial competition. In racing games, fresh tarmac can matter more than a long menu feature list.
The comparison with Gran Turismo 7 and Assetto Corsa Competizione is obvious. Those games keep players around through feel, precision and mastery. So, the 2026 content for F1 25 needs MADRING to feel sharp. A pretty layout will not be enough.
What players should check before buying
The 2026 Season Pack requires F1 25, all game updates, an internet connection and an EA account. Steam also states that the content is not available yet. Do not mistake the trailer for an immediate launch.
There is another practical limit. Custom teams and 2025 career saves do not transfer into the 2026 season. Konnersport and APXGP cannot be added to the 2026 Driver Career or My Team season. For players attached to a custom save, this is a real buying point.
EA is selling the 2026 transition before the next full game arrives in 2027. The idea is clear. Now Codemasters must prove the handling, MADRING and new regulations feel like a proper step forward. Follow our latest gaming news, our gaming features and our PC coverage for the next update.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the F1 25 2026 Season Pack launch?EA says it launches worldwide on June 3, 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.
Yes. The 2026 Season Pack is DLC and requires the F1 25 base game.
EA lists it at €29.99 on consoles and €24.99 on PC, with final store prices still worth checking.
It adds Audi, Cadillac, updated 2026 line-ups, new cars, active aerodynamics, Overtake Mode and MADRING.
No. EA says MADRING is playable with the 2026 cars.
No. EA says custom 2025 career saves do not transfer into the 2026 season.
EA announced a gameplay deep dive for May 26, 2026. It should show handling, Overtake Mode and active aerodynamics more clearly.
Use EA’s official post, the Steam page and the official trailer.
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