KEY POINTS:
Herald rating: 4 out of 5
Pros: An admirable devotion to realism pervades all aspects of the game. World Championship mode lets you slip into the racing instantly without having to prove your mettle first.
Cons: Beyond the "wow" factor of the superior graphics, there is little novelty value.
Verdict: Its strict adherence to the technicalities of Formula One will frustrate casual gamers, but polished graphics and gameplay make it a worthy next-gen racer.
Censor's classification: 3+