F1 2012 Extra Quality -

The game captures this unpredictability perfectly. Unlike modern titles where the player often starts at the back of the grid, F1 2012 allowed players to jump straight into a competitive car and fight at the sharp end of the grid immediately. It was a game designed to make you feel like a hero, mirroring the ability of drivers like Pastor Maldonado or Nico Rosberg to snatch surprise victories during that season.

is widely regarded as one of the most balanced and comprehensive entries in Codemasters' racing series F1 2012