Users selected a driver that they wanted to be, from the drivers in the 2010 season. They were able to select multiple tracks and chose weather conditions for the track. In the Grand Prix game mode, users were able to chose from all of the tracks on the 2010 calendar. Midway through the season, users will have a chance to select a rival, based upon their current standings in the season.

To gain these opportunities, users must beat their teammate to gain the position as the number one driver for the team. Users will participate in all of the race weekends in the 2010 season and will have chances to enter practice sessions to assist the team in research and development. Users will also have the option to change the design on their helmet, by selecting either a generic or national pattern. The paddock is equipped with press and team trailer containing an agent. The user's paddock (main menu) will be changed based on the team that the user drives for in the career mode. Users start with an 'entry level' team, but can build up a reputation big enough to gain a contract with the higher teams.

This game mode allows users to take part in a 3 year, 5 year, or 7 year career.

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