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Games like F1 2012™

If F1 2012™ is your kind of game, the closest matches are F1 2014, F1 2011 and F1™ 2017 — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its champions mode adds variety, fuel management affects strategy and challenging. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.

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About F1 2012™: The next game in the BAFTA-winning series featuring all the official drivers, teams and circuits from the 2012 FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP™.

2012SportsSimulationRacingDeck PlayableMetacritic 80Windowsby Codemasters
F1 2012™ — Steam game cover
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Champions mode adds varietyFuel management affects strategySeason challenge mode offers quick racesChallengingCompetitiveImmersive

Players who liked F1 2012™ also play

Steam players who put hours into F1 2012™ also tend to own these titles — a signal called collaborative filtering. imho.run cross-references millions of library ownership patterns to surface games whose real audiences overlap, regardless of whether their genre tags match.

  1. F1 2014

    WHY THIS

    Shares a competitive mood with F1 2012™.

    Top pick for F1 2012™ fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Sports and Racing with F1 2012™.

    Feel the power of new turbocharged FORMULA ONE™ cars in the most accessible FORMULA 1™ video game yet. Features all the cars, drivers and circuits from the 2014 FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP™!

    2014SportsRacingSteam ↗
  2. F1 2011

    WHY THIS

    Shares a nostalgic mood with F1 2012™.

    Second-strongest match for F1 2012™ fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Sports and Simulation with F1 2012™.

    The official FORMULA ONE™ game returns with new circuits, split-screen and co-op Championship modes plus all the cars and stars from the 2011 season. Debut ahead of the drivers at India’s Buddh International Circuit, race the iconic Nürburgring circuit for the first time in High Definition and take on Abu Dhabi with a spectacular new day...

    2011SportsSimulationRacingSteam ↗
  3. F1™ 2017

    WHY THIS

    Shares damage model and a competitive mood with F1 2012™.

    Third-strongest match for F1 2012™ fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Sports and Simulation with F1 2012™.

    MAKE HISTORY - Win the 2017 World Championship, break every record in the fastest ever F1™ cars, and race some of the most iconic F1 cars of the last 30 years.

    2017SportsSimulationRacingDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. F1® 2020

    WHY THIS

    Shares a competitive mood with F1 2012™.

    Ranked #4 for F1 2012™ fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Sports and Simulation with F1 2012™.

    F1® 2020 allows you to create your F1® team for the very first time and race alongside the official teams and drivers. Alternatively, challenge your friends in new split-screen with casual race options for more relaxed racing. Compete on 22 circuits, with current and classic content.

    2020SportsSimulationRacingDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  5. F1 2016

    WHY THIS

    Shares an immersive mood with F1 2012™.

    Ranked #5 for F1 2012™ fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Sports and Simulation with F1 2012™.

    Create your own legend in F1™ 2016. Get ready to go deeper into the world of the most prestigious motorsport than ever before. Work with your agent, engineer and team to develop your car in the deepest ever career experience, spanning up to ten seasons.

    2016SportsSimulationRacingDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. F1 2018

    WHY THIS

    Shares an immersive mood with F1 2012™.

    Ranked #6 for F1 2012™ fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Sports and Simulation with F1 2012™.

    MAKE HEADLINES in F1® 2018. F1® 2018 is the official videogame of the 2018 FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP™. Become immersed in the world of Formula 1® more than ever before.Build your reputation both on and off the track, with time-pressured media interviews that influence your F1 career path.

    2018SportsSimulationRacingDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. GRID Autosport

    WHY THIS

    Shares a competitive mood with F1 2012™.

    Ranked #7 for F1 2012™ fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Sports and Racing with F1 2012™.

    It’s all about the teams, the rivals and the race as you become driver for hire, specialising in your favourite disciplines or conquering them all in an intense world of professional motorsport.

    2014SportsRacingDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  8. Project CARS

    WHY THIS

    Shares a nostalgic mood with F1 2012™.

    Ranked #8 for F1 2012™ fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Sports and Simulation with F1 2012™.

    THE ULTIMATE DRIVER JOURNEY delivers the soul of motor racing in the world’s most beautiful, authentic, and technically-advanced racing game.

    2015SportsSimulationRacingDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Reviewers mention these as similar to F1 2012™

Surfaced from review text: when other players write 'if you liked X, try Y', we catch the name and resolve it back to a Steam game.

  1. F1 2011

    WHY THIS

    Shares a nostalgic mood with F1 2012™.

    Reviewers of F1 2012™ cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Sports and Simulation with F1 2012™.

    The official FORMULA ONE™ game returns with new circuits, split-screen and co-op Championship modes plus all the cars and stars from the 2011 season. Debut ahead of the drivers at India’s Buddh International Circuit, race the iconic Nürburgring circuit for the first time in High Definition and take on Abu Dhabi with a spectacular new day...

    2011SportsSimulationRacingSteam ↗
  2. F1 2014

    WHY THIS

    Shares a competitive mood with F1 2012™.

    Reviewers of F1 2012™ cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Sports and Racing with F1 2012™.

    Feel the power of new turbocharged FORMULA ONE™ cars in the most accessible FORMULA 1™ video game yet. Features all the cars, drivers and circuits from the 2014 FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP™!

    2014SportsRacingSteam ↗
  3. F1 2016

    WHY THIS

    Shares an immersive mood with F1 2012™.

    Reviewers of F1 2012™ cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Sports and Simulation with F1 2012™.

    Create your own legend in F1™ 2016. Get ready to go deeper into the world of the most prestigious motorsport than ever before. Work with your agent, engineer and team to develop your car in the deepest ever career experience, spanning up to ten seasons.

    2016SportsSimulationRacingDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. F1™ 2017

    WHY THIS

    Shares damage model and a competitive mood with F1 2012™.

    Reviewers of F1 2012™ cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Sports and Simulation with F1 2012™.

    MAKE HISTORY - Win the 2017 World Championship, break every record in the fastest ever F1™ cars, and race some of the most iconic F1 cars of the last 30 years.

    2017SportsSimulationRacingDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Free alternatives

Free-to-play games that recommended players of this title also tend to enjoy.

  1. Bongo Cat

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Simulation with F1 2012™.

    Bongo cat needs your help. Bongo cat needz more hatz!!! Every time you press a key, Bongo cat will punch your taskbar. Type, click, play, work to collect more points. Which hats will you find?

    2025IndieSimulationMassively MultiplayerFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. The Expendabros

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    The Expendabros have assembled and set their sights on the forces of ruthless arms dealer Conrad Stonebanks in the forests of Eastern Europe.

    2014ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. DORONKO WANKO

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Simulation with F1 2012™.

    『DORONKO WANKO』 is a DORONKO Action Game. In this game, You can become a cute, innocent Pomeranian, make your master's home messy and dirty. "Will the master be angry with me?" Don't worry. Because you are a sweet doggie.

    2024ActionSimulationFree To PlayFreeSteam ↗
  4. SuchArt: Creative Space

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Simulation with F1 2012™.

    Paint on any surfaces with numerous tools in Creative Space — a free sandbox version of SuchArt: Genius Artist Simulator. Create masterpieces, complete commissions, and decorate your studio in the most advanced artist sim!

    2021ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. Jigsaw Puzzle Dreams

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    Beautiful Multiplayer Jigsaw Puzzle game where you can design the room you play in!

    2021IndieFree To PlayCasualFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Rec Room

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    Rec Room is the best place to build and play games together. Party up with friends from all around the world to chat, hang out, explore MILLIONS of player-created rooms, or build something new and amazing to share with us all.

    2021AdventureMassively MultiplayerFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. World of Warships

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Simulation with F1 2012™.

    Immerse yourself in thrilling naval battles and assemble an armada of over 800 ships from the first half of the 20th century — from stealthy destroyers to gigantic battleships. Change the look of your ship, choose upgrades to suit your play style, and go into battle with other players!

    2017ActionStrategySimulationFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. Umamusume: Pretty Derby

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Sports and Simulation with F1 2012™.

    Umamusume: Pretty Derby, winner of Best Mobile Game at The Game Awards 2025, is ready to race! Scout featured trainees and supporters as you navigate the immersive sports life simulation through the game's in-depth training system and top-of-the-line 3D graphics!

    2025SportsSimulationFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗

More from Codemasters

Other recommendable Steam games by Codemasters, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.

  1. DiRT Rally 2.0

    WHY THIS

    Shares an immersive mood with F1 2012™.

    Another title from Codemasters, the studio behind F1 2012™. Shares Sports and Simulation with F1 2012™.

    DiRT Rally 2.0 dares you to carve your way through a selection of iconic rally locations from across the globe, in the most powerful off-road vehicles ever made, knowing that the smallest mistake could end your stage.

    2019SportsSimulationRacing13.99 USDSteam ↗
  2. F1® 2021

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Codemasters, the studio behind F1 2012™. Shares Sports and Simulation with F1 2012™.

    Every story has a beginning in F1® 2021, the official videogame of the 2021 FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP™. Enjoy the stunning new features of F1® 2021, including the thrilling story experience ‘Braking Point’, two-player Career, and get even closer to the grid with ‘Real-Season Start’.

    2021SportsSimulationRacingDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. F1® 2020

    WHY THIS

    Shares a competitive mood with F1 2012™.

    Another title from Codemasters, the studio behind F1 2012™. Shares Sports and Simulation with F1 2012™.

    F1® 2020 allows you to create your F1® team for the very first time and race alongside the official teams and drivers. Alternatively, challenge your friends in new split-screen with casual race options for more relaxed racing. Compete on 22 circuits, with current and classic content.

    2020SportsSimulationRacingDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  4. F1® 25

    WHY THIS

    Shares a competitive mood with F1 2012™.

    Another title from Codemasters, the studio behind F1 2012™. Shares Sports and Simulation with F1 2012™.

    Leave your mark on the world of racing in F1® 25, the official video game of the 2025 FIA Formula One World Championship™, featuring a revamped My Team mode, the thrilling third chapter of Braking Point, and more!

    2025SportsSimulationRacing23.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. F1® 22

    WHY THIS

    Shares a competitive mood with F1 2012™.

    Another title from Codemasters, the studio behind F1 2012™. Shares Sports and Racing with F1 2012™.

    Enter the new era of Formula 1® in EA SPORTS™ F1® 22 the official videogame of the 2022 FIA Formula One World Championship™.

    2022SportsRacingDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. DiRT Rally

    WHY THIS

    Shares a challenging mood with F1 2012™.

    Another title from Codemasters, the studio behind F1 2012™. Shares Sports and Simulation with F1 2012™.

    DiRT Rally is the most authentic and thrilling rally game ever made, road-tested over 80 million miles by the DiRT community. It perfectly captures that white knuckle feeling of racing on the edge as you hurtle along dangerous roads, knowing that one crash could irreparably harm your stage time.

    2015SportsSimulationRacingDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  7. F1® 24

    WHY THIS

    Shares a competitive mood with F1 2012™.

    Another title from Codemasters, the studio behind F1 2012™. Shares Sports and Racing with F1 2012™.

    Join the grid and Be One of the 20. Drive like the greatest in EA SPORTS™ F1® 24, the official video game of the 2024 FIA Formula One World Championship™.

    2024SportsRacingSteam ↗
  8. F1® 23

    WHY THIS

    Shares an immersive mood with F1 2012™.

    Another title from Codemasters, the studio behind F1 2012™. Shares Sports and Racing with F1 2012™.

    Be the last to brake in EA SPORTS™ F1® 23, the official video game of the 2023 FIA Formula One World Championship™. A new chapter in the thrilling "Braking Point" story mode delivers high-speed drama and heated rivalries.

    2023SportsRacingDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Frequently asked about F1 2012™

Does F1 2012™ run on Steam Deck?
F1 2012™ is rated Playable on Steam Deck — it runs, but expect some manual adjustments (control remapping, text size, or graphics settings) for the best experience.
Does F1 2012™ have multiplayer or co-op?
Yes — F1 2012™ supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player, Co-op).
What games are most similar to F1 2012™?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside F1 2012™ are F1 2014, F1 2011, F1™ 2017.
Who developed F1 2012™?
F1 2012™ was developed by Codemasters and published by Codemasters, Electronic Arts.

imho.run ranks Steam game alternatives using a mix of collaborative filtering (ALS / iALS / EASE / LightGCN), content scoring over genres, categories, Steam tags, developers, and publishers, plus AI-extracted vibes mined from review text. The page above is generated in seed mode anchored on F1 2012™.

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