F1 23: Fridayy, Skrillex and 070 Shake highlight EA Sports' new video game
Just when you thought the graphics was reason enough to secure a copy of EA Sports’ F1 23, it turns out the soundtrack is loaded with audio heat from 070 Shake, Skrillex and Fridayy - just to name a few hitmakers.
Whether you’re here for the gaming goals or just want to get blown away by F1 23’s hard-hitting soundtrack, it’s all win-win vibes.
Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) released their custom soundtrack for EA SPORTS F1® 23, an official game of the FIA Formula One World Championship™. Bringing together 35 global artists from 16 countries and led by the exclusive single ‘See The Light’ from supergroup Swedish House Mafia ft Fridayy, the soundtrack combines sleek style with maximum torque to get drivers’ hearts pumping as they battle for a place on the podium. Electronic superstars such as Skrillex ft. Noisa, josh pan & Dylan Bradley, The Chemical Brothers, Tiësto x Tate McRae, Wet Leg and Romy & Fred Again.., alongside breakthrough artists like 100 gecs, Whyte Fang, Rêve and 2hollis, bring the beats to complement the world’s premier class of motorsport. The entire playlist is available here.
“F1® 23 speaks to more than just a remarkable racing experience,” said Steve Schnur, President of Music at Electronic Arts. “The music of the game is engineered to reflect and enhance the unique global style and energy that Formula 1 audiences crave. By launching with an exciting new single by Swedish House Mafia and the enthusiastic support of the entire album by Spotify, it’s a soundtrack fueled by the coming year’s best music, led by the genre’s top new and breakthrough artists, and defined by EA’s ongoing commitment to cultural leadership.”
“"We are so pleased to lead the F1® 23 soundtrack with ‘See The Light’, the first song from our next chapter. The history and heritage of Formula 1 racing has always been a passion of ours, so partnering our music with this culture couldn't feel better!,” commented Swedish House Mafia when they released their new single in an exclusive live performance celebration with Spotify in London on May 27th.
The full in-game F1® 23 soundtrack includes:
In addition to new heart-racing beats, this year’s game delivers a host of new experiences and features for Formula 1® fans to enjoy. Headlined with the return of the epic story mode Braking Point, F1® 23 is home to every team, driver and circuit for the 2023 season, including the highly anticipated Las Vegas Strip Circuit™, USA and Losail International Circuit, Qatar. ‘F1® World’, an exciting hub that redefines the way in which players engage with their different solo and multiplayer modes, introduces a new progression system, content, challenges and more. Upgraded handling and Precision Drive™ controller technology give players a greater feel and more confidence when battling rival drivers, and community requested 35% race distance and red flags build upon the excitement and strategy in game.
