F1 25 with path tracing and Reshade mod looks like a live Grand Prix broadcast

Racing simulators are renowned for high-quality graphics, but what has been achieved in the PC version of F1 25 goes beyond the ordinary. Thanks to the Reshade visual mod, the game reaches a level where the footage can easily be mistaken for real Formula 1 track broadcasts. The mod is distributed via Patreon.

In addition to Reshade, the creator uses path tracing, a global illumination technology available only on PC. It allows achieving even greater realism and image depth. Interestingly, F1 25 on PC with path tracing enabled has already been compared to the PS5 Pro version — the difference is noticeable.

It is worth noting: running the game with such effects at 60 fps is only possible on powerful hardware, at least an RTX 5080 or RTX 4080 Super, and even then you will have to lower the resolution to 1080p to maintain stable performance.

You can check out the visual breakthrough in the videos below.

Video: https://youtu.be/1nZD2KNqbNg 

Video: https://youtu.be/s5_g53GmmRw

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