Need for Speed: Underground 2

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  1. yota234
    Jun 10, 2011
    9
    In this game you are a racing driver in a city which hardly resembles Los Angeles. The graphics are not so good but the game is really interesting. Your guide through the game will be Rachel and a guy which only calls you. The races are quite interesting but some people will get bored after playing a while. I'm not one these people. I can play it for a long time. I did not understand theIn this game you are a racing driver in a city which hardly resembles Los Angeles. The graphics are not so good but the game is really interesting. Your guide through the game will be Rachel and a guy which only calls you. The races are quite interesting but some people will get bored after playing a while. I'm not one these people. I can play it for a long time. I did not understand the story but that isn't very bad for me. The tuning in this game is awesome, the best in series (in my opinion). Only autosculpt parts are missing (first appeared in Carbon). Some people who have played newer NFS games like Most Wanted will say that there is no police. But I don't really like the police so it's good for me. Soundtracks are good for example Black Betty by Spiderbait that really makes you going fast. Physics are not so good because this a fun arcade game, not a hardcore simulator. I have very good memories about this game so that will be higher score for me.
    Only bad thing is the final race is too easy. Easier than some drag races.

    Graphics:8
    Gameplay:10
    Sounds:9
    Story:(Don't want to count it)    … Expand
  2. ElvisMiks
    May 24, 2015
    8
    Need for Speed: Underground 2 is one solid game. While it's not an amazing racer, it has a ton of race modes, customizable parts and it captures the tuning scene really well. First of all, lets count down talk about the race modes. First, there are the classic Circuit and Sprint modes, which need no explanation, then there is the Drag mode, where you basically go in a straight line andNeed for Speed: Underground 2 is one solid game. While it's not an amazing racer, it has a ton of race modes, customizable parts and it captures the tuning scene really well. First of all, lets count down talk about the race modes. First, there are the classic Circuit and Sprint modes, which need no explanation, then there is the Drag mode, where you basically go in a straight line and have to switch lanes and avoid pushing your car to it's limits and blowing it's engine, as well as avoiding crashing into walls. While the drag mode doesn't have as exciting tracks as the first Underground did, it still works pretty well. Then there is the Drift mode, which is pretty much the same like in UG1. There are also 4 new race modes. One of them is Street X, which is a really big flop by the way. It is basically a circuit, only on small and narrow dirt tracks, then there is the Underground Racing League (shortened U.R.L.) which is, again, circuit, only it takes place on speedways and airport runways, it adds 2 more opponents (making it a total of 5.) and there is no traffic. Boring. There is an Outrun mode (which is only accessible by entering free ride.) and lastly, we have the Free Ride mode, where you can explore Bayview at your own will. That is cool, but there is nothing much to do in the city, apart from finding cool areas and challenging opponents to an outrun race. Now seems like a good time to introduce you to the city. It is called, like mentioned earlier, Bayview. It consists of 5 districts. City Core, Beacon Hills, Capilano Heights, Coal Harbor and Airport. Okay, now let's see what cars we have. So every car from the first Underground, except Dodge Neon, Honda S2000, Acura Integra Type-R, Mitsubishi Lancer and Subaru Impreza, makes a return in Underground 2. We also have new cars, like the Mitsubishi 3000GT and Audi TT. We also have three SUV's, but it is a torture to drive them, so i recommend not to touch them. Now that we have got all that out of the way, let's talk about the customisation. It was awesome in the first Underground, but here it is taken even further. You can now add hydraulics, spinners, change how doors open and much, much more. A bad thing is that the game forces you to "rice" your car, so the visual rating bar would increase and you would gain access to make your DVD covers, which are requirements by the way. So, that is pretty much it. A huge racing game, with little flaws. Overall a good experience can be had, if you close your eyes for the advertising. Yes, i would definitely recommend the game. If the racing mechanics isn't the best, teh customisation will surely keep you entertained for a while.… Expand
  3. naber31
    Aug 31, 2012
    9
    A fresh breath for the genre for "its era". I know this review is due but i just happened to drop this down while im roaming around the site. What a nice touch overall, still remember the fun of the race and customization options. Second best after NFS: Porsche Unleashed ;)
  4. MasteRR
    May 3, 2013
    9
    Need for Speed: Underground 2 is the sequel of the original 2003 game.

    Like the previous one, the game centers around the import and tuning culture. The games features very similar game play style like the previous one, but with changes of course. The Career is not no longer so linear, and features Free Roam, as well with other additions, like new race modes, such as Outrun, when    Need for Speed: Underground 2 is the sequel of the original 2003 game.

    Like the previous one, the game centers around the import and tuning culture.

    The games features very similar game play style like the previous one, but with changes of course.

    The Career is not no longer so linear, and features Free Roam, as well with other additions, like new race modes, such as Outrun, when you must outdistance your opponent to win, more areas like the BayView Airport, and a much bigger city.

    The Career is obviously different, featuring different style of game play and areas.

    Also it doesn't have anymore the option to choose a race's difficulty, only the whole event's difficulty, by changing the Career Difficulty.

    Most of the race types have been kept, others added, but removed as well. For instance, the game no longer features Knock-Out Circuits, but also added Outruns.

    Other races have also been changed a bit, like the Tournament, now called URL(Underground Racing League) being simultaneously similar, but different. It's still a stage-style race, but featured on special race tracks, and even on the airport, while the original game featured the races in the city.

    Also both different from the original game, the sequel also has some places that aren't accessible to the player in Free Roam, such as certain drag tracks, but drift and URL tracks aren't accessible as well.

    There have also been changes to the original racing style, the Drift races are now playable not only on special areas, but also in parts of the city, in Jackson Heights.

    Beyond the game style, the cars handling feels different, by not being so responsive, which in the original it was sometimes ridiculous, but is also worse on higher speeds, by requiring to make long and strong brakes to take certain corners.

    Also the cutscenes are different from the original game, while the old ones where presented in a cinematic mod, the new ones are having a sort of interesting animated magazines, but presented in a High Quality way(but not cinematic like in the original ones).

    So, the final verdict.

    NFS:U2 Took the best and most important parts from the original one, and made them even better, but still with some flaws.

    Overall the game is great, and I still say that it should be played this days, by having a good replay value, an interesting city, and a good plot.    … Expand
  5. lu123
    May 10, 2013
    9
    This game is one of the best racing games, in my opinion. But the game has a problem: near the end of the game, it seems that the producers made the final part in a hurry, repeating the same challenges, making me lose the will to play. But, yes, This is a good game. Oh, and of course, this is the best game in the NFS series.
  6. azeitona
    Dec 10, 2014
    9
    One of the best NFS for me. Amazing cars, theme, environment, fun races, challenging campaign, memorable races and a nice soundtrack, much better than the ones in the later games. And the tuning was amazing... the whole concept of street racing was kinda new. And there was little to none focus on the story, which is awesome, because racing games don't really need a plot. It might as wellOne of the best NFS for me. Amazing cars, theme, environment, fun races, challenging campaign, memorable races and a nice soundtrack, much better than the ones in the later games. And the tuning was amazing... the whole concept of street racing was kinda new. And there was little to none focus on the story, which is awesome, because racing games don't really need a plot. It might as well just get in the way, like what happened (to me, at last) with Carbon, Undercover and even Most Wanted. The only problem is that it is very repetitive, but I never found myself bored of it.… Expand
  7. dlcatalin
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    When it came out, it was a 10. And if i played it today in 2020 for the first time, i would 10 it again. Flawless.
  8. Destlay
    Mar 7, 2020
    10
    Продолжение легендарной части. Свободный мир, улучшенная графика, широкий автопарк. Здесь я потратил своё детство и не жалею. Благодаря ей я полюбил машины. Благодаря ей у меня хороший вкус в музыке. До сих пор играю в ней. Всегда в моём сердце.

    Continuation of the legendary part. Free world, improved graphics, wide fleet. Here I spent my childhood and do not regret it. Thanks to her, I    Продолжение легендарной части. Свободный мир, улучшенная графика, широкий автопарк. Здесь я потратил своё детство и не жалею. Благодаря ей я полюбил машины. Благодаря ей у меня хороший вкус в музыке. До сих пор играю в ней. Всегда в моём сердце.

    Continuation of the legendary part. Free world, improved graphics, wide fleet. Here I spent my childhood and do not regret it. Thanks to her, I fell in love with cars. Thanks to her, I have a good taste in music. I still play it. Always in my heart.    … Expand
  9. WesleyL.
    Nov 4, 2006
    9
    Why does everybody complain, its almost 2007 and the graphics still aren't outdated, I just started playing after a 1 year 'sabatical' and now I'm addicted again, uhm.. anywayz its a good game, lots to do and to tune.
  10. KevinC.
    Nov 19, 2004
    9
    Overall an incredibly solid title. The combination of the number and types of races, mixed with the number and types of cars makes for one very replayable game. The races are challenging, the rewards aer generally good, and there's no feeling like unlocking your favorite car, then driving it out onto the track.
  11. G.D.
    Jan 15, 2005
    10
    THE BEST!!!!
  12. iddqd4
    Jan 20, 2018
    9
    Матерый хит, эталон очень популярной в те годы темы уличных гонок.
  13. dzbnkx
    Nov 13, 2019
    10
    Best arcade racing game ever.
    + open world
    + arcade mechanics
    + races
    + feeling of progression
    + customization
    + graphics
  14. Luka1998010
    Jul 6, 2018
    10
    One of the best racing games ever made !!!
    It deserves a place in history !
  15. Hayter
    Nov 10, 2019
    8
    Эта понравилась гораздо больше, чем первая часть, не знаю с чем связано, просто так вышло.
  16. Alexb1096
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    ITALIAN:
    Uno dei miei giochi preferiti, ci ho passato molti anni della mia infanzia.
    Quello che vorrei fare in questa recensione è analizzare il gioco sia per quello che era all'epoca della sua uscita (2005) sia per quello che è adesso (2020, 15 anni dopo). Tutto quello che dirò sarà riferito solo alla versione per PC. AUDIO E GRAFICA: Partiamo dalla prima cosa che si nota quando si    ITALIAN:
    Uno dei miei giochi preferiti, ci ho passato molti anni della mia infanzia.
    Quello che vorrei fare in questa recensione è analizzare il gioco sia per quello che era all'epoca della sua uscita (2005) sia per quello che è adesso (2020, 15 anni dopo).
    Tutto quello che dirò sarà riferito solo alla versione per PC.

    AUDIO E GRAFICA:
    Partiamo dalla prima cosa che si nota quando si avvia il gioco: la colonna sonora. Ok, le canzoni del menu non sono molte e dopo un po' iniziano a stancare, sarebbe bello se ci fossero anche le canzoni delle gare (che personalmente tengo sempre molto basse di volume quindi non le ricordo neanche), però Riders on the storm feat. Snoop Dog è una delle canzoni più belle e adatte mai comparse in un videogioco. Solo quella vale un 10 sotto il punto di vista della colonna sonora.
    Anche l'audio ambientale e i rumori delle macchine sono veramente notevoli, soprattutto per un gioco dell'epoca.
    Per quanto riguarda la grafica invece bisogna dire che anche adesso, con la qualità video al massimo e una piccola modifica per gli schermi a 16:9, il gioco si difende benissimo e per qualità dei modelli delle auto, illuminazione e riflessi non stanca anche giocato diverse generazioni dopo. Inoltre per PC sono presenti alcune mod che migliorano le texture e gli shader, donando al gioco un aspetto ancora più moderno e credibile.

    STORIA: Forse l'aspetto più dolente del gioco, ma trascurabile per il gameplay in sè. La storia c'è ma è estremamente anonima, senza personaggi memorabili (ci si ricorda di più della ragazza che compare all'avvio del gioco), e senza pathos. La mancanza di rivali ricorrenti e della polizia (un aspetto che può piacere come no, ma che di certo influisce sulla trama) portano a far dipendere le gare esclusivamente dal gameplay e dalla ricerca di nuove componenti con cui elaborare i propri veicoli. Due elementi però che riescono a sopperire a questa mancanza in maniera spaventosa.

    GAMEPLAY: Un gioco forse rivoluzionario. Ok che era già uscito il primo Underground e nello stesso periodo c'erano anche serie come Midnight Club e Juiced, ma non c'è storia con Underground 2. Una quantità infinita di pezzi con cui elaborare i propri veicoli, un buon numero di veicoli e un gameplay precisissimo e veloce.
    Il gameplay è molto simile a quello del primo Underground, con gare in percorsi cittadini, spesso in periferia, con molte scorciatoie e salti. La guida delle auto è incredibile, di certo arcade ma molto piacevole, non come molti altri giochi del genere che si basano sulle derapate e sull'aspetto cinematografico delle corse. In Underground 2 tutto questo c'è ma in modo perfettamente naturale.
    Una grande novità è stata l'introduzione del free-roaming, in una città dalle mille sfaccettature che si conoscerà a memoria in poco tempo (vista anche la necessità di scoprire i negozi di parti sparsi per la mappa).

    Le automobili presenti poi permettono di entrare ancora di più nel mood del gioco, in quanto sono tutte sportive e portate all'elaborazione ma allo stesso tempo accessibili economicamente. Non sono presenti quindi supercar come Ferrari e Lamborghini e neanche marchi particolarmente di lusso. Il gioco si può tranquillamente finire persino con l'auto iniziale se personalizzata nel modo giusto.

    A proposito di personalizzazione, questo è forse l'aspetto su cui punta di più il gioco, con tanto di valore che indica l'estetica dei veicoli. Le gare ci permettono di sbloccare componenti estetiche ma anche meccaniche con cui personalizzare la propria auto. In tutta la mia vita non ho mai visto così tante personalizzazioni estetiche in un gioco di corse. Le parti del motore invece sono molto più basiche, con 3 stadi di miglioramento per ogni componente.

    Per concludere interessanti anche i tipi di corse, tra i quali sono presenti anche diversi esperimenti e tentativi di innovare un genere come quello dei giochi di corse spesso limitato alle gare su circuito.
    Oltre a ovviamente queste ultime e alle gare da punto a punto, sono presenti anche gare di accelerazione (alla Fast and Furious) in cui è obbligatorio il cambio manuale, gare di drift, gare su circuiti semi-ufficiali e gare senza nitro in circuiti stretti (spesso parcheggi o magazzini).

    Gioco da provare anche nel 2020, specialmente al computer.

    VOTO: 10/10    … Expand
  17. MonDongZeep
    Jun 14, 2020
    10
    One of the best NFS (№2)
    Just a nice sandbox (nice music,world,customisation, a lot of cars,not the best but good physics)
  18. Goorman1996
    Jun 23, 2022
    10
    Still to this day I guess that Need For Speed: Underground 2 — it's the best part of the whole NFS series. First of all, because of it's ambient: I cannot explain it in a words, but when I play this game, I feel something, and that "something" makes that game a unique one, still to this day.
  19. FirstSpawn
    Jun 5, 2021
    10
    Одна из лучших игр, когда-либо увидивших свет, на мой взгляд! Обожаю эту игру ♥
  20. ardaulgur
    Apr 5, 2021
    10
    I just wanna say good old days...
    I'm still playing it sometimes. Legends never dies.
  21. VikiSetyah
    Aug 25, 2021
    10
    Memorable soundtrack,great and lots of customization, fun and satisfying drifting.
  22. morfil
    Nov 1, 2013
    9
    Whilst undoubtedly fun to play for a short time, this game rapidly becomes dull in the extreme. There are only a few different types of events to enter and the obligatory "car upgrade" ideas are also kind of dull. In short, a console game that wasn't improved when it was ported to the PC, with limited gameplay options.

    I suppose if you are a car freak then its much more entertaining but    Whilst undoubtedly fun to play for a short time, this game rapidly becomes dull in the extreme. There are only a few different types of events to enter and the obligatory "car upgrade" ideas are also kind of dull. In short, a console game that wasn't improved when it was ported to the PC, with limited gameplay options.

    I suppose if you are a car freak then its much more entertaining but I'm not, so this also became more than a little dull.

    Good things: A real sense of speed and action. The cars appear to handle quite realistically. Its fun with a steering wheel and foot-pedals.

    Bad things: The cars are indestructible. Some of the simplest tactics involve running competitors off the road and torpedoing around corners without slowing down because you "bounce" off the scenery. The way you can replay races endlessly until you win them is also lame.

    Summary: Fun for a little while, but lack of gameplay depth quickly bores you to tears and there aren't even any pedestrians or small, furry pets to squash to keep you amused.    … Expand
  23. Marick
    Sep 22, 2014
    10
    A nice game of series Need for Speed. It's a good game, I really do not what to say. Ok .. the truth is that after a while ...boring. Music and items in the game are ok.
  24. RainInAugust
    Nov 30, 2015
    10
    I had this game as a child for the ps2 and guess what... I still have the game today. I still play it every once in a while and I still enjoy having this game in my ps2 collection of games. Anyways the graphics are spectacular for 2004 and the customization are a lot better.
  25. mclure
    Aug 23, 2014
    10
    I really liked this game, I have finished Single Player and I like a lot when you get new parts and the engine sound will change specifically to each car. They are also very detailed and it's not a very hardware intensive game, too bad it crashes sometimes and you get the impression it's something in the game, but it doesn't stop you from having fun since it happens only on occasion. TheI really liked this game, I have finished Single Player and I like a lot when you get new parts and the engine sound will change specifically to each car. They are also very detailed and it's not a very hardware intensive game, too bad it crashes sometimes and you get the impression it's something in the game, but it doesn't stop you from having fun since it happens only on occasion. The races, the drag races, sprints, circuits everything is fun, and compared to other NFS series titles this one has the advantage of lacking police in a good sense, the street racers have taken over Bayview (the city where everything happens), and you don't need to evade a very difficult police pursuit after racing. The cars are also very detailed and follow up with their respective in real life models with all details, you can customize their headlights, taillights and add new parts that could've been modeled by a mechanic. For me the best part is customizing a vehicle, also there are SUVs for racing, even doing drifting with them, altough there are fewer models, but they also retain characteristics such as being really heavy or having a powerful enough engine. The story is also good, I feel like that character is struggling when everything and everyone are against him, the only friends he got is the people from the shops he visits and sometimes other NPCs will SMS you with new locations or tell you where some undisclosed races are being held for better prizes. What is kind of odd is that you have to go everywhere you want to race in order to complete and you can't do a simple jump to race as in NFS Most Wanted 1, but ok.… Expand
  26. XDavidX
    Nov 19, 2015
    10
    I'm played this game as a kid and still play this. I have the game on PC & PS2. Maybe its not good as the Most Wanted from 2005 but the nostalgia is so overhyped !
  27. DiFF7Skyns
    Feb 17, 2016
    10
    The best game of the franchise until today (2016). Nothing about exotic or supersports cars . The scene is the suburban world where the street racers, with their custom tuned cars, are gaining ground in the streets, competing not only for the finish line, but the beauty of tuning, passing through the streets of the city. That is the real Underground. This is what a gamer likes.
  28. PatrykG
    Feb 15, 2013
    9
    Im gonna review some old games starting with everyone's favourite. NFS U2 is the second Underground game in NFS and some people its better than Underground 1, to me I think yeah it is better, this game is one of the best games ever made its so, it brings back a lot of memories thats what I was trying to say, the graphics are good 2004 and the funny thing once my friend played GTA SA and IIm gonna review some old games starting with everyone's favourite. NFS U2 is the second Underground game in NFS and some people its better than Underground 1, to me I think yeah it is better, this game is one of the best games ever made its so, it brings back a lot of memories thats what I was trying to say, the graphics are good 2004 and the funny thing once my friend played GTA SA and I thought he was playing U2 (NOT THE BAND U2 THE GAME UNDERGROUND The career mode is a huge challenge or just drive and explore the city and find some cool Easter eggs. The multiplayer is also challenging but most of all the songs in U2 are so catchy that you won't be able to stop thinking about U2 or the song. So in the end, I more than happy give Need For Speed: Underground 2, 9/10.… Expand
  29. DionisB
    Mar 30, 2008
    10
    Seriously, I don't understand how some people think. How can you compare NFSU2 with any other so called ''racing game''. First I dont't even think Burnout should be called a racing game, cause all the game is about is crash you car to the fullest. This game otherwise is terribly good game, just the feel of driving illegal street racing makes you play it more. Seriously, I don't understand how some people think. How can you compare NFSU2 with any other so called ''racing game''. First I dont't even think Burnout should be called a racing game, cause all the game is about is crash you car to the fullest. This game otherwise is terribly good game, just the feel of driving illegal street racing makes you play it more. Good music, damn good graphics for a game made 2004 and the best underground racing game to this day. Prostreet and Carbon was a disapointment but this classic brings you hope back that EA will ''probably'' make an new and better NFS than ever.… Expand
  30. Aggie96
    Jan 23, 2013
    9
    To get through massive real estate of Bay-view and fulfill your destiny as an import tuning master, you'll need to do several things. First of them is racing: which is to win races and you'll progress. But its not just racing, it's the way you progress. The game encourages you to explore many nuances, to become a part of the "lifestyle", and its in many ways it reward you for doing it so.To get through massive real estate of Bay-view and fulfill your destiny as an import tuning master, you'll need to do several things. First of them is racing: which is to win races and you'll progress. But its not just racing, it's the way you progress. The game encourages you to explore many nuances, to become a part of the "lifestyle", and its in many ways it reward you for doing it so. There are strategically placed stack of cashed waiting to be collected, there are few shortcuts, glowing rings of color presenting races, opportunities and garages. sometimes you could get bored playing this game as there is not enough hidden stuff to keep your interest high, you can drop out of the career mode's explore mode and enter world map. The difference is that explore mode enables you to drive freely around the city looking for races, getting lost in Run Out races and being distracted by shops and garages.… Expand
  31. Marica
    Sep 22, 2014
    9
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  32. gametesterfozzy
    Aug 31, 2004
    10
    i have played this game and so far its a very good game
    i liked the first one and it think that this one is better

    if you liked the first one than youll love this game

    get the demo play it then when it comes out full vesion get it

    youll love it
  33. KietT.
    Jan 6, 2005
    9
    Very Cool!!! I have both one and two and cant stop playing it!!! Good Game to get!
  34. K.M.
    Nov 14, 2004
    10
    While last year's game provided us with the thrills and chills of tuner culture, this game ups the ante and delivers in every aspect of the game. There's more quality and quantity in everything. An ambitious and highly successful undertaking by EA. From the highly-immersive and navigable city (darn I wish I can stop by those Burger Kings for a break), to the insane number of While last year's game provided us with the thrills and chills of tuner culture, this game ups the ante and delivers in every aspect of the game. There's more quality and quantity in everything. An ambitious and highly successful undertaking by EA. From the highly-immersive and navigable city (darn I wish I can stop by those Burger Kings for a break), to the insane number of customizations, to the traditional need for speed gameplay, this is a winner. Get your copy today, or you'll be sorry. Oh, did I mention it has Brooke Burke? :) … Expand
  35. Bruno
    Nov 16, 2004
    9
    Great title..!!! Nice graphics..and lots of fun driving fast.!
  36. Chubac
    May 13, 2020
    10
    The last (!) really good Need for Speed game... I think I said more than enough...
  37. Sovereignlol
    Jan 17, 2014
    10
    I played this a lot as a kid. To this day it's still the best racing game i've ever played. It's amazing. None of the other NFS games even come close to the amount of perfection Underground 2 has.
  38. FujiApple
    Nov 27, 2013
    10
    Great game, had everything a gamer would expect and more. Had hundreds of hours on my crappy Celeron M laptop with this game at 20 FPS back in the day. I personally don't really fancy the police chases, so this game was perfect for me.
  39. ghianna22
    May 22, 2018
    10
    Undoubtedly the best arcade racer ever released. Racing is fun, atmosphere is strong and likable. Customization and modification of you ride is endless, soundtrack flawless. Just dive in, and enjoy the wild ride! I know you are singing "Riders on the Storm" to yourself right now.
  40. KingJailson
    Jan 19, 2019
    9
    Um excelente Need for Speed, aprimorou mais coisas do que o primeiro underground
  41. ImperialYama
    Dec 22, 2020
    8
    A faithful Sequel, the new Stuff and features added in are great and they improved a lot of Stuff. BUT the Game speed itself is garbage. The Game just feels like you play in slow mode. I don't know why nobody notice this. Play Underground 1 or Most Wanted 2005, thats how the Game Speed should be. That's the only thing that bothers me in Underground 2 + that u can't rotate the camera inA faithful Sequel, the new Stuff and features added in are great and they improved a lot of Stuff. BUT the Game speed itself is garbage. The Game just feels like you play in slow mode. I don't know why nobody notice this. Play Underground 1 or Most Wanted 2005, thats how the Game Speed should be. That's the only thing that bothers me in Underground 2 + that u can't rotate the camera in shops but atleast there is a mod for both things, don't get me wrong everything else in Underground 2 is epic.… Expand
  42. SrCre
    Mar 10, 2020
    10
    [ ] Perfect
    [ ] Awesome
    [ ] Good
    [ ] Good Bad
    [ ] Fail

    Não vejo necessidade em escrever um longo texto analisando uma arte, a nota é apenas um conselho para saber o quanto ela vale para sua vida.

    I see no need to write a long text analyzing an art, the note is just a piece of advice to know how much it is worth in your life.
  43. JVSD22
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Melhor jogo de corrida já feito. Bons tempos quando a EA fazia jogos bons.
  44. Izoeros
    Apr 26, 2022
    10
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  45. BryanN.
    Mar 16, 2005
    8
    Right...The Graphics are superb, as long as you have a decent graphic card. There are more graphic options depending on your graphic card. For example with a Radeon 9550, there's the extra 'enhanced contrast" effect and many other options compared to GeForce 4...Lots of modification which make the car look rediculous, or rather cartoonish, unless you have good taste~. tracks are Right...The Graphics are superb, as long as you have a decent graphic card. There are more graphic options depending on your graphic card. For example with a Radeon 9550, there's the extra 'enhanced contrast" effect and many other options compared to GeForce 4...Lots of modification which make the car look rediculous, or rather cartoonish, unless you have good taste~. tracks are more complicated, which restrict speed. So, whats the point of a racing game?, you should just call it a driving game...However, its a sad thing that there no 'jumping bridges' in NFSU2.… Expand
  46. MartijnV.
    Nov 21, 2004
    8
    I'm disappointed that you can't choose the difficulty level anymore before each race. Because the drag races can be realy difficult and the cirquit races too easy. The sound and the graphics are very good and I like this game a lot better then part one.
  47. NickL.
    Feb 24, 2005
    9
    Very good graphics cool parts and a lot more realistic than the first one overall rating for me good.
  48. BestNoob
    May 7, 2020
    10
    NFS UG1 & NFS:UG2 are the best racing games ever made, And does still so much fun in 2020 with HD Texture Mod and Widescreen Patch
  49. TedDawson
    Feb 29, 2020
    9
    Foged with childhood memories I gave it a try in 2020 waiting for a better price of NFS:Heat.

    Game is still great. You have to do a little updating yourself to enjoy the game in Windows 10 on a 1920x1080 resoltuion like the 1.2 patch and some Graphics Modpack from 2018 or textures mod. If you never played this game - I guess you can be disapointed, because with today standards it is    Foged with childhood memories I gave it a try in 2020 waiting for a better price of NFS:Heat.

    Game is still great. You have to do a little updating yourself to enjoy the game in Windows 10 on a 1920x1080 resoltuion like the 1.2 patch and some Graphics Modpack from 2018 or textures mod.

    If you never played this game - I guess you can be disapointed, because with today standards it is very repedetive and gfx can not hold up to NFS:Heat - but it is a classic you should check out, even 16 years later.    … Expand
  50. dimike
    Jan 10, 2021
    10
    Graphics - ok
    Handling - great
    Music - great
    story - ok
    gameplay - great
  51. Axilley
    Jul 22, 2021
    9
    good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good legend nfs 2
  52. CoKronakan
    Feb 12, 2018
    10
    One of the BEST Need for Speed game, if not the best. Tons of heavy customization options, amazingly realistic controls, never before seen in a racing game. Visually the game was all right, considering it's age. Also the story was lacking some content here and there but it recover with it's awesome 90's 2000's style. Overall if you don't like police chases in a racing game, this is the real deal.
  53. gold
    Jul 11, 2019
    9
    Вся игра проходится на элементарном уровне. В сравнении с 1 underground увеличился масштаб локации, подтянули графику, годных треков стало в разы меньше, каст-сцены стали комиксовые и это стало верным решением - часть лучше 1 underground.
    Графика- 9, сюжет- 5, музыка- 8,карта с атмосферой - 10
    Итог: 9.458/10    Вся игра проходится на элементарном уровне. В сравнении с 1 underground увеличился масштаб локации, подтянули графику, годных треков стало в разы меньше, каст-сцены стали комиксовые и это стало верным решением - часть лучше 1 underground.
    Графика- 9, сюжет- 5, музыка- 8,карта с атмосферой - 10
    Итог: 9.458/10
  54. Danil_Shtangeev
    Jan 23, 2019
    8
    Cool soundtrack & overall atmosphere. Lighting effects looks awesome. I've spent many hours playing this game with my brother when I was a child.
  55. NotBanMePLZ
    Dec 15, 2021
    10
    One of my most favorite games of all time. I remember how i was playing this game when i was 6 years old in 2011. This soundtrack, i have these songs in my playlist to this day, and i'm writing thi review while listening to Skindred - Nobody. For me it's the best game soundtrack to ever be created. Insane. Also the customization, i love it so much, and i really love the fact thatOne of my most favorite games of all time. I remember how i was playing this game when i was 6 years old in 2011. This soundtrack, i have these songs in my playlist to this day, and i'm writing thi review while listening to Skindred - Nobody. For me it's the best game soundtrack to ever be created. Insane. Also the customization, i love it so much, and i really love the fact that the game is that long. It's just so hard to explain how much i love this game in my 3rd language, but i love it so much. The emotions it gave me... 10/10… Expand
  56. Amorph0us
    Jan 6, 2022
    9
    My favorite Need for Speed game. It was so catchy at its age and I remember been addicted to it.
  57. Noideasfornick
    Dec 25, 2018
    10
    Good game play, car modifications and music. On normal difficulty the game becomes easy and relaxing.
  58. Tilt1k
    Nov 11, 2019
    9
    I would say its one of the top 2-3 racer games i have ever played. Definitely the best one of NFS franchise. Street races with neon everywhere, best customization and tuning ever in game. You could change everything on your car, pity EA didn't continue in such style and just cut and cut more stuff from NFS games.
  59. ReSTALL
    Jan 30, 2019
    10
    В далёком 2005 году стала самой первой игрой в которую я удосужился поиграть на пк Тётки. Думаю это и стало диким толчком к любви авто на протяжении жизни.
  60. Nameless2131
    Feb 6, 2020
    10
    10/10 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
  61. luiznark
    Mar 22, 2023
    10
    O melhor NFS de todos, sem dúvida. Deveria ter um remake dessa obra prima. Melhor que todos esses Need que vem sendo lançados.
  62. FefeDoppio
    Nov 5, 2019
    8
    My first NFS game. Really fun arcade racing with lots of customisation options.
  63. Kenix157
    Jan 18, 2020
    10
    (Opinion on russian language)

    Моя самая любимая гоночная игра, прошел наверное раз 5, в последний раз использовал графические моды чтобы осталось больше незабываемых ощущений. Разные режимы гонок Геймплей - разные задания, разные гонки, можно исследовать карту. Карта - много районов, каждый по своему уникален. Красивая архитектура, все сделано круто. Атмосфера - тех самых уличных    (Opinion on russian language)

    Моя самая любимая гоночная игра, прошел наверное раз 5, в последний раз использовал графические моды чтобы осталось больше незабываемых ощущений.

    Разные режимы гонок
    Геймплей - разные задания, разные гонки, можно исследовать карту.
    Карта - много районов, каждый по своему уникален. Красивая архитектура, все сделано круто.
    Атмосфера - тех самых уличных гонок
    Саундтрек, он шикарен, всё в тему.
    Тюнинг, тут даже комментировать нечего, единственное что нельзя наклейки перемещать по машине, но зато можно было делать много чего другого
    Внимание к мелочам.

    (Opinion on english)
    My favorite racing game ever, passed 5 times, the last time I used graphic mods to leave more unforgettable sensations.

    Different racing modes
    Gameplay - different tasks, different races, you can explore the map.
    Map - many areas, each unique in its own way. Beautiful architecture, everything is done cool.
    Atmosphere - those same street racing
    The soundtrack, it’s gorgeous, everything is in the subject.
    Tuning, there’s even nothing to comment on, the only thing is that you can’t move the stickers around the car, but you could do a lot of other things
    Attention to details.    … Expand
  64. ChesterField
    May 7, 2020
    8
    In my opinion, better than the first one, open world was a good choise. More cars, more customization. Recommended.
  65. GLRaise
    May 5, 2023
    10
    Легендарная игра! Великолепная музыка! Крутые машины, классная прокачка, и очень душные дрифт секции.
  66. Daniel_GTR
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Jogo LENDÁRIO. Uma verdadeira obra de que seria a real corrida "Undergorund" A EA hoje tenta buscar essa formula de volta, mas falha miseravelmente, pois se esqueceram da suas raízes.
  67. Denizarasgulle
    Jul 29, 2020
    9
    Another great entry to the franchise. This game doesn't offer you anything different than the 1st game. But almost every aspect of NFSU2 is better than NFSU1. Better customization options, better gameplay, better sound design, better feeling of speed and so on. Only downside about this game is about the open world. City itself is really boring and sometimes it can be exhausting to rideAnother great entry to the franchise. This game doesn't offer you anything different than the 1st game. But almost every aspect of NFSU2 is better than NFSU1. Better customization options, better gameplay, better sound design, better feeling of speed and so on. Only downside about this game is about the open world. City itself is really boring and sometimes it can be exhausting to ride event to event.… Expand
  68. MrPajamas
    Mar 27, 2021
    8
    I would mention from the beginning that I am not a fan of racing games. It is all the more a mystery that Need for Speed ​​caught me and it became perhaps the only racing series I like. Underground 2 was one of my first and I jumped into the series as best I could. The game throws a smaller comic book at you from the beginning and introduces you to the story. It won't make you wait longI would mention from the beginning that I am not a fan of racing games. It is all the more a mystery that Need for Speed ​​caught me and it became perhaps the only racing series I like. Underground 2 was one of my first and I jumped into the series as best I could. The game throws a smaller comic book at you from the beginning and introduces you to the story. It won't make you wait long and you get behind the wheel in a properly tuned car right after getting out of the airport. Well, that's what it's all about. I've always been fascinated by tuning and that's what the Need for Speed ​​series has always fascinated, because it gave you the opportunity to tune your car down to the last detail. Bodywork, car color, wheels, spoilers, windows, hood, lights and especially the lights. In Underground 2 we got the opportunity to ride with my favorite neons and I'm really sorry that we don't have this option in other parts. In addition to beautiful cars, I was also fascinated by the graphics, which still look just good today and then it was really beautiful. Back to the cars. All that tuning costs something and logically costs the money you earn by doing racing. No microtransactions or other ways to speed up or simplify the game, as is the case today with various titles. No. Old-fashioned, you have to extort money from the races and you need to save quite a bit with them and think carefully about what to invest in. You spend money in stores that are not shown on the map and need to be found by exploring different places. For some, maybe a nuisance, but for me it's quite fun, because at least you're exploring a beautiful night city that has its own charm and is perhaps the best city the series has ever offered us. The money then needs to be put into the performance of the car, because if you don't, you will start to lose the races soon, because your opponents will be faster. But you must not forget the appearance of the car, because without it you will not get to the cover of the magazine and thus you will not be able to continue playing. Since I've bitten the races, there are plenty of them. Classic sprint, drag or maybe my favorite drift. Everyone will choose. You are not bothered by any police, so it is really a racing game, where it is a matter of racing and becoming the best. The luxury soundtrack plays into all this, which further underlines the atmosphere of the game. Overall, this is an almost perfect racing game, which is only knocked down by the game mechanics already mentioned, and it's paradoxically tuning, because at the end of the game you have to tune your car into unreal forms to get the opportunity to place your car on the cover. You are forced here and there, or at least I was forced to tune the car so much that I did not like the finals, but I had to, otherwise I would not be able to continue the game. Otherwise, it's a great game and for me even the best racing game ever created. Great game for me that I can recommend.… Expand
  69. referencia
    Dec 16, 2020
    8
    Gráficos bonitos, controles e físicas boas, ótima soundtrack. Um ótimo jogo de corrida com elementos RPG, side quests, quests. level up e etc. Precisamos de mais jogos de corrida assim.
  70. ErayTellezi
    Nov 17, 2020
    8
    Özelleştirilebilirliği ve yarış çeşidiyle zamanın ötesinde bir iş. Nissan 350Z.
  71. FRIST_008
    Jun 14, 2021
    8
    То с чего всё продолжилось. То где было правильно всё, от тюнинга до гонок, И все были довольны
  72. bar0yka
    Dec 9, 2022
    8
    geç oynamasaydım daha yüksek puan verebileceğime eminim .
  73. Gorbunov2004
    Mar 25, 2021
    8
    В игре появился большой открытый мир в первые серии, в нём появились разные магазины стайлинга тюнинга покраски и гаражи для твоих машин. Также по городу ездят другие гонщики с которыми ты можешь погонять, теперь чтоб начать гонку нужно приехать на место её проведения. Музыка в этой части на мой взгляд стало хуже чем в прошлой части.В игре появился большой открытый мир в первые серии, в нём появились разные магазины стайлинга тюнинга покраски и гаражи для твоих машин. Также по городу ездят другие гонщики с которыми ты можешь погонять, теперь чтоб начать гонку нужно приехать на место её проведения. Музыка в этой части на мой взгляд стало хуже чем в прошлой части.
  74. BTDKIBYLUCVS
    Dec 10, 2020
    10
    Hala OYNANABİLECEK KALİTELİ BİR OYUN. EĞER YARIŞ OYUNLARINI SEVİYORSANIZ BİÇİLMİŞ KAFTAN.
  75. arnuall06
    May 25, 2023
    10
    El mejor need for speed, para mi gusto, pero tiene 3 fallos, el tener que ir a las pruebas manualmente y no poder ir rápido o acceder desde un menú se hace aburrido rápido, es muy difícil de volver a jugar después de pasárselo ya que se te hace muy repetitivo, y por último la falta de postgame
  76. ertyz
    Jan 13, 2022
    9
    best OST in series
    very nice game if I need to compare among all other games by the way.
  77. shoma-
    Apr 2, 2021
    8
    Хорошая игра, в ней мне понравилась своя, собственная атмосферность города (ОТКРЫТЫЙ МИР УФФФФ) , музыка (которая мне понравилась намного больше, по сравнению с первым Underground) , тюнинг такого уровня сегодня не найдёшь, удивила понятная и простая система регулировки машины, удивила как раз таки простотой, ибо я в этом не особо силён. Все пишут, что игра затянута, лично для меня MostХорошая игра, в ней мне понравилась своя, собственная атмосферность города (ОТКРЫТЫЙ МИР УФФФФ) , музыка (которая мне понравилась намного больше, по сравнению с первым Underground) , тюнинг такого уровня сегодня не найдёшь, удивила понятная и простая система регулировки машины, удивила как раз таки простотой, ибо я в этом не особо силён. Все пишут, что игра затянута, лично для меня Most Wanted показался более затянутым.… Expand
  78. kndr
    May 15, 2021
    8
    Great customization, city, graphics, races. Car handling is good for the most part.

    It can get a little bit repetitive. Some tracks are just boring or have too much laps.

    Races that force you to have suv car and url races are crap.
  79. PerformanceMind
    Sep 11, 2021
    10
    Для меня не только лучшая часть NFS, но и одна из лучших игр в принципе. Невероятно атмосферный город с запоминающимися локациями. Разнообразные трассы. На высокой сложности ближе к середине игра становится довольно сложной, и каждая гонка дарит ещё больше эмоций. Большое количество автомобилей, широкая возможность кастомизации. Есть даже возможность сделать тюнинг. Саундтреки - отдельнаяДля меня не только лучшая часть NFS, но и одна из лучших игр в принципе. Невероятно атмосферный город с запоминающимися локациями. Разнообразные трассы. На высокой сложности ближе к середине игра становится довольно сложной, и каждая гонка дарит ещё больше эмоций. Большое количество автомобилей, широкая возможность кастомизации. Есть даже возможность сделать тюнинг. Саундтреки - отдельная тема, запавшая в душу. Они настолько вписываются в атмосферу игры и дополняют её, что, кажется, точнее подобрать их невозможно (разве что заменить The Doors ft. Snoop Dogg на оригинальную версию). Как по мне, по части саундтреков, рядом с этой игрой стоит разве что Bloodborne. Игра была выпущена почти 20 лет назад и до сих пор перепроходится с большим интересом, а это о многом говорит. Конечно, в ней есть недостатки, такие как недоделанная скомканная концовка, а так же гонки проф. лиги, которые ближе к завершению игры просто начинают повторяться, но на фоне общих положительных эмоций это лишь капля в море. Словами не передать, как я люблю эту игру.… Expand
  80. Topoviy_Ded
    Jun 4, 2021
    9
    Очень хороший сиквел первой части - графику слегка подтянули, добавили шикарный и новый саундтрек, гонки стали интереснее и разнообразнее, стайлинг и тюнинг подтянули, ОДНАКО один из минусов этого нового всего - это постоянный фри рум, из - за которого приходится всё время перемещаться на машине от гонки до гонки, и это очень очень сильно бесит. А также очень большая растянутость. Лично яОчень хороший сиквел первой части - графику слегка подтянули, добавили шикарный и новый саундтрек, гонки стали интереснее и разнообразнее, стайлинг и тюнинг подтянули, ОДНАКО один из минусов этого нового всего - это постоянный фри рум, из - за которого приходится всё время перемещаться на машине от гонки до гонки, и это очень очень сильно бесит. А также очень большая растянутость. Лично я не прошел до конца эту игру, но впечатления она от себя произвела хорошие.… Expand
  81. dikii_hohol
    Jun 6, 2021
    9
    дота 2 крекер дота 2 крекер дота 2 крекер дота 2 крекер дота 2 крекер дота 2 крекер
  82. DogeTheDog
    Jun 20, 2021
    10
    Let back In 2008 i Discovered This Game When My Dad Downloaded In PC, Bruh... This Game As All What i need, Tuning, History, Grafics, wow!!! Never Gonna Forgot U... Thanks EA.
  83. ibblue07
    Aug 18, 2021
    8
    Need For Speed: Underground 2 is a good game as with the original, but my main complaint is the URL races and Street X. The URL races drag on for too long, which absolutely kills the fun in career mode and Street X is underwhelming.
  84. Elkiolo
    Aug 21, 2021
    10
    El NFS con la mejor progresión y mejor tuneo. Gran variedad de estilos de carrera.
  85. DonldTrump_45Th
    Jan 26, 2023
    10
    Hello, this is a default review because i'm forced to use 75 characters. I'll edit this review in the future talking about the game, don't worry ;)

    My final rate is: 10
  86. petrkozak13
    Dec 13, 2021
    8
    Together with Most Wanted, NFS U2 is peak of the older NFS games and I'd recommend everyone to play it.
  87. The_D4RknesS
    Jun 7, 2023
    10
    Sensational game especially if you put the widescreen mod the game looks beautiful! not counting the graphics and car mods. Cars don't destroy but have good physics to see them overturning in slow motion
  88. benjaminsimas
    Nov 3, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 8.7
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  89. ADV90
    Dec 10, 2022
    10
    I think it's a best game in NFS series! Interesting world and great customization model.
  90. xcale
    Mar 6, 2023
    10
    This game has changed everything for the franchise. Exceptional level of tuning, even the speedometer on screen HUD. Wide varşety of selectible vehicles, even including SUV's. All kind of race types. Free roaming. Widely compatible with all accessories.

    This game is the reason that we have Forza Horizon franchise today.
  91. Giero
    Jan 4, 2023
    9
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  92. imalynxcat
    Apr 2, 2023
    8
    bu oyunu most wanted oynadıktan sonra oynadığım için benim için özel bir anlam ifade etmiyor. onun dışında ortalama üstü bir oyun
  93. DiyarAdo
    May 25, 2023
    10
    Best game of the series. Graphics, soundtrack, handling, car selection, tuning, race mods, open world and atmosphere are world class and the game has much content which is grate. It is also decentely hard not like the games after that are too easy.
  94. Silv3rGT
    May 25, 2023
    10
    This game has the BEST CUSTOMIZATION THAT IS SURELY LACKING IN MOST MODERN RACING GAMES, SREWE REALISM AND EMBRACE CREATIVITY.
  95. MarekZalipski
    Jun 13, 2023
    8
    From a teenager's perspective, an excellent development of the series ,objectively good game that deserves recognition. My only regret is that I don't have a screenshot of the look of my white Nissan Skyline R34 clad in orange and red side stripes with black HKS stickers. The only thing that can be compared in this season is the #4 Mercedes team Blisten competing in the ADAC 24h Nurburdring.
  96. HarryAMS
    May 25, 2023
    10
    Really good vibes in terms of this game, the climate of this game is wonderful!
  97. M1sfiT
    Sep 3, 2023
    9
    Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaameeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees!! nfs2

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#31 Best PC Game of 2004
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#11 Most Discussed PC Game of 2004
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#8 Most Shared PC Game of 2004

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Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 31 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 31
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 31
  3. Negative: 0 out of 31
  1. Computer and Video Games
    84
    For an arcade game, it's even surprisingly playable with a steering wheel, with near misses causing no small amount of amateurish flinching. If you can't afford to attach largely pointless gadgets to your otherwise moribund vehicle, this is the next best thing. [PC Zone]
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  2. Total Video Games
    90
    Its immense thrills and spills through the open-ended city of Bayview is exhilarating, and the culture that is emerging is created in the game to great effect.
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  3. Yahoo!
    90
    The world is elaborate, the sense of speed is dizzying, and the customization could cost you a job or a girlfriend. But you'll still have Brooke to keep you company.
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