Formula One 2002 (video game)
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| Developer(s) | SCE Studio Liverpool |
| Publisher(s) | Sony Computer Entertainment |
| Platform(s) | PlayStation 2 |
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| Genre(s) | Racing |
| Mode(s) | Multiplayer |
Formula One 2002 is the second Sony Computer Entertainment (SCEE) Formula One video game, released in late 2002. The game was based on the actual early 2002 season. The game includes the new Hockenheim circuit, revised Nürburgring track, the Renault and Toyota teams. The graphics are similar to THQ's MotoGP 2.
It was originally planned to be released in mid-2002, but was delayed to November due to avoid clashing with the release of EA Sports F1 2002 in June.
This game made the in-game debut of James Allen who had taken over the commentary duties from Murray Walker on the ITV coverage. Walker was also featured, doing commentary in the arcade mode. This was Walker's last Formula 1 game appearance, until he performed introductory voice-over on the "F1 Classics" mode in Codemasters' F1 2013.
First issues of this game came with a DVD of the 2001 season that was not commercially released which featured multi-angles and footage from the defunct F1 Digital, a pay-per-view service which allowed the purchaser access to multiple camera shots, sessions and a choice to follow cars as the sessions progressed.
The main menu music featured the song "Psynn 2" by Shawn Hargreaves.
This was the first ever Formula One game featuring the Launch Control despite the system being introduced prior to 2001 Spanish Grand Prix.
Circuits
The game features 17 official Formula One circuits based on the 2002 Formula One season.