F1 2018 video game set for release on August 24

Codemasters has confirmed that the new Formula 1 video game, F1 2018, will be released for PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC on August 24.

The new game was announced in a statement released by Codemasters, including new branding that incorporates F1's new logo for the first time, and using the slogan 'Make Headlines'.

Few concrete details about the game were confirmed, but the release from Codemasters confirmed the addition of two circuits - Paul Ricard and Hockenheim - to the roster from F1 2017, as well as the return to the popular classic cars which appeared in last year's game, having gauged fan opinion in a survey earlier this year.

"We were delighted by the reception that the highly-acclaimed F1 2017 game received, and are extremely excited to be able to further build on such a strong starting point with F1 2018” said Paul Jeal, F1 Franchise Director at Codemasters.

“Over the past few years we have engaged heavily with our fan-base to understand what is important to them, and we cannot wait to unveil more details on features we know our fans will love.

"Career mode has been further expanded to immerse players even deeper into the world of F1 than before, with the return of a highly requested feature back into the franchise.

"We are also adding more classic cars, again listening to our fans as to which of the historical F1 cars they would most like to virtually drive next. Outside of those headline additions there are many other great enhancements to be revealed before the game launches."