F1 24 Early Access Explained: Preload Dates & How to Play Early

EA Sports has recently shared a wealth of fresh information about the upcoming release of F1 24, including a way for players to access the game early. Additionally, the developers have disclosed the pre-load schedule for fans to prepare for the race and be ready to hit the tracks as soon as the starting signal is given.

How to Play F1 24 Early

Those who are eagerly anticipating the release of F1 24 can get a head start by pre-ordering the Champions Edition or having an active EA Play subscription, allowing them to access the game before it is available worldwide. This early access opportunity is available to fans through the official website of F1 24.

F1 24 Max Verstappen and Lando Norris racing
Activision

Participate in F1 24 early access and play before anyone.

The initial choice is to reserve the Champions Edition of F1 24. This includes four liveries for F1 23 Time Trial Mode and grants access to download and play the new F1 24 up to three days in advance, starting on May 28.

The alternative choice is to acquire an EA Play membership, which grants early access to all games developed by the company. However, this subscription only offers a 5-hour trial, beginning on May 28.

F1 24 Preload Dates & Times

EA has disclosed the pre-load dates for F1 24 on all available platforms, enabling players to reduce the time spent on downloading the game when it is released.

Take a look at the schedule of dates and times for the pre-load availability of F1 24.

  • Xbox: May 16 at 3 AM PT / 6 AM ET / 11 AM BST
  • PC (Steam & EA Play): May 22 at 8 AM PT / 11 AM ET / 4 PM BST
  • PlayStation:
    • Champions Edition: May 26 at 8 AM PT / 11 AM ET / 4 PM BST
    • Standard Edition: May 29 at 8 AM PT / 11 AM ET / 4 PM BST

How to Preload F1 24: PlayStation, Xbox & PC Explained

To pre-load F1 24, simply go to the store on your platform, locate the edition of the game you bought, and click on ‘Download.’ This will initiate the download of the game, allowing you to save time when the game is officially released.

PC (Steam)

  1. Open and log in to Steam
  2. Search for the F1 24 edition you buy in your library
  3. Click “Pre-load Game” and that’s all

PC (EA Play)

  1. Open and log in to EA App
  2. Search the game edition you buy
  3. Click “Download” on the game

PlayStation

  1. Open PlayStation Store
  2. Head to game’s page
  3. Select “Download”

Xbox

  1. Open Microsoft Store
  2. Go the F1 24 page
  3. Hit “Download”

Before the start of EA Sports’ Formula One franchise, make sure to review the updated gameplay and exciting new features in the F1 World Fanzone. Also, stay informed about the upcoming changes to the Career Mode in F1 24.

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