Playable 2003 Championship (Glory Days)
Hi everyone,
I’d like to suggest something that I think could really resonate with both long-time Formula 1 fans and newer players curious about the sport’s past - a “Glory Days” mode featuring the full 2003 Championship as a playable season in F1 2026.
The early 2000s were truly F1’s old-school era: raw, loud, and full of character. Many fans still see that period as the sport’s golden age, and bringing it back in an official, playable format would be an incredible way to celebrate that legacy.
Why 2003 Specifically?
2003 was one of the most dramatic and unpredictable seasons of the early 2000s, a break in the Ferrari dominance and full of unique storylines. It featured legendary names like:
- Michael Schumacher
- Kimi Räikkönen
- Juan Pablo Montoya
- Jenson Button
- Rubens Barrichello
- Ralf Schumacher
- Fernando Alonso
- Giancarlo Fisichella
…and even Jos Verstappen, the father of today’s world champion, which would add a really fun connection for modern fans.
Imagine being able to relive the 2003 grid - the V10 engines, the old circuits, the iconic liveries, either through a full championship mode or free race mode.
It's already a Proven Concept.
MotoGP 22 introduced the Nine Season 2009 mode, which recreated real events from that year’s championship. Many fans consider it one of the best additions ever made to the MotoGP franchise. EA and Codemasters could take inspiration from that - not necessarily as part of Breaking Point, but as a standalone historical season mode or an unlockable feature for F1 2026.
It would appeal both to:
- Older fans, who’d love the nostalgia of reliving Schumacher vs. Räikkönen vs. Montoya, and
- Newer players, who’d enjoy experiencing a time before DRS, hybrid power units, and modern aerodynamics.
The F1 community has a huge appreciation for the sport’s heritage. Adding the 2003 Championship as a playable era would not only celebrate that history but also deepen the connection between generations of fans and drivers.
Thank you for reading, I’d love to hear what others think! Looks good?
