Because I read comments that the game has become more arcade in terms of handling, etc... The game has actually become even more of a simulation, as besides the better graphics - which the difference is obvious - the progression of the races is directly affected by each player's driving style, and mainly this is what causes the change in how the tires wear out. For example, on left-turning tracks like Monza, the front left tire will have much greater wear than the others, affecting your lap times and race pace in every lap, just as it happens in reality. Yes, the single-seaters may pass more easily over the curbs, but in reality, the same happens with the single-seaters passing quite aggressively over the curbs on many tracks. The only thing I would say is a bit strange to me is the sound, which in F1 23 was quite louder and sharper, and comparatively seems somewhat muffled, but okay, it's something that gets used to. Finally, without much analysis, all the changes, especially in career mode, are positive and necessary because in this aspect, the game has been stagnant in recent years, and at one point, it lost its appeal. Personally, I would say that after years, it is now a brand new game and not just a major annual update.

I will agree with the previous review, and I will add that indeed the asphalt graphics are even better, the color of the road changes, etc., while when it starts raining you can hear the wheels braking fighting for grip, it really makes it more realistic. In gameplay, handling is clearly easier, obviously because it is aimed at the majority of people who play with a controller and not with a steering wheel, you can pass over kerbs, etc., fearlessly without spinning. In the driver's career, we now have a completely new world. The game had been stagnant for years, after 3-4 seasons you ended up with a fully upgraded car and it became monotonous. Many upgrades and perks and now besides the team, you also have various specialists who set you goals for the weekend of the race and if you achieve them you win some upgrades. In each race, as you win, the driver's characteristics (focus, experience, pace, etc.) improve. For an experienced player who plays with a controller, they can easily increase the difficulty level from the first races to 68-70.

This year's release had to prove to the public that it has differences from previous releases in order to convince in the market. Due to the intense criticism, it seems they took it into account, and as the game progresses, this is noticeable.
Initially, they finally gave great importance to the career mode, something that the public strongly requested. There are plenty of incentives to engage and noticeable changes with new cinematics.
The multiplayer has retained the same core as F1 World, but it has also seen improvements. There are strict safe driving categories that force you to drive cleanly if you want to race in the authentic category. This is good because it had become excessive in the lobbies, but on the other hand, races are held with fewer players.
The most important aspect for me is the gameplay, which has changed quite a bit. The handling is easier even without traction control, allowing you to push closer to the limit compared to last year, and you can even go over the curbs without creating significant problems. Of course, how much this means it has become more realistic or not, only real drivers can say. I particularly liked the lock-ups where the smoke is visible while there is also sound, which immediately shows you when you've overdone it on the brakes.
The graphics have noticeable improvements in detail, such as in the new cars, the faces, or when you go off track and get dirty. A big plus is the redesign of the tracks with the new changes!
The sound is also more realistic, and the new addition of the real voices of the drivers is impressive, apart from the sound of your own car in My Team, which sounds like you're riding a motorcycle...
As for trophy hunters, this year most of them have changed and provide plenty of additional incentives to spend hours in the game's modes!
In short, F1 24 responded to the public's feedback and made changes that are significant and commendable for a game that releases every year. Whether the investment is worth it, of course, depends on one's budget and passion to engage with the new release.