Need for Speed Undercover

 PlayStation 2
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  • Summary: Need for Speed Undercover has players racing through speedways, dodging cops and chasing rivals as they go deep undercover to take down an International crime syndicate. The game heralds the return of high-intensity police chases and introduces the all-new 'Heroic Driving Engine' -- a uniqueNeed for Speed Undercover has players racing through speedways, dodging cops and chasing rivals as they go deep undercover to take down an International crime syndicate. The game heralds the return of high-intensity police chases and introduces the all-new 'Heroic Driving Engine' -- a unique technology that generates incredible high-performance moves at 180 miles per hour during breathtaking highway battles. A mix of computer graphics and live-action movies immerses gamers in the rich world of the Tri-City Bay Area. The city’s open-world environment features over 80 miles of roads, including an enormous highway system that sets the stage for highway battles. These high-speed, high-stake chase sequences push players to the limit as they fight off cops and opponents while whipping through traffic at 180 miles per hour. An intelligent new A.I. mechanic delivers a realistic and high-energy action driving experience. Going back to the franchise’s roots, Need for Speed Undercover features more aggressive and intelligent cops whose sole purpose is to take down the player quickly and by any means necessary. Need for Speed Undercover also features the series' signature car customization, real-world damage and realistic driving physics. The game includes some of the hottest licensed cars such as the Audi R8, BMW M6 and Lexus IS-F. [Electronic Arts]… Expand
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  2. Mixed: 1 out of 2
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  1. Cheat Code Central
    68
    To really enjoy it, the player not only has to overlook serious graphical issues, but also suspend disbelief and take the game with a grain of salt to bare with the script, the way races are set up, and the way lives are put in danger just so you can infiltrate a crime ring by winning hundreds of street races.
  2. IGN
    48
    Need for Speed Undercover is not a good game by any stretch of the definition. It has numerous technical problems, including cars that don't appear until you get close to them and a poor enough overall visual quality that it can be hard to make out the track.

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  1. Sianobocian
    May 27, 2021
    10
    The game is great especially for undercover. Anyone who didn't like the Base game so much should play it on ps2 instead.
  2. ilovegames123
    Jul 14, 2014
    10
    I guess I'm a part of the minority when I say that I like this game. But, I have only played 3 Need For Speed games on the PS2, so I guessI guess I'm a part of the minority when I say that I like this game. But, I have only played 3 Need For Speed games on the PS2, so I guess that's why a lot of people didn't like this game. But, I, myself played a ton of it.… Expand
  4. storygamer
    Aug 28, 2020
    8
    The NFS series stands for steady quality. EA understood the concept of racing games and had many innovative ideas over the years. Need ForThe NFS series stands for steady quality. EA understood the concept of racing games and had many innovative ideas over the years. Need For Speed Undercover isn`t innovative at all but it is a truckload of fun. Less content than its predecessor but a clear focus on racing entertainment. Also very stylish video sequences. Clearly underrated!… Expand
  5. dandalis
    Oct 30, 2016
    6
    In terms of fun factor much better game than its next gen at the time counter part. Sure visualy its loads more inferior with reused assetsIn terms of fun factor much better game than its next gen at the time counter part. Sure visualy its loads more inferior with reused assets and map patterns from Most Wanted and Carbon, but still its a much more fun game than what you get on the abysmal PC version or even PS3/360. Cars sound much better without that annoying muffling effect, driving feels more solid. A unique situation where a game made for next gen gets detroyed by its last gen cousin. To be honest for PS2 standards, game doesnt even look that bad. Kudos for the people who made this version and shame on Black Box.… Expand
  6. 6ATOHbl4
    Jun 2, 2020
    6
    It's not a bad game, but it's not good either. Could be better. Better play Most Wanted.
  7. powerhouse1996
    Apr 24, 2016
    5
    Usually A Older Gen System Never Sees The light of day Again, Until Recently Some Select PS2 Titles Had Official online Servers Still RunningUsually A Older Gen System Never Sees The light of day Again, Until Recently Some Select PS2 Titles Had Official online Servers Still Running (That's 16 years Of Online Compatibility)
    Making This Console Not Only The Best-Selling Videogame System To Date But Now A World-Record For Is Online Longevity.

    Now although Some may Argue With Me,

    This game has aged well for such a late release on this system although I'll have to tell you because of how graphics intense this game is it is vary strenuous on the ps2s limited hardware.

    I'll have to agree with IGN's Statement on this version of this game title:

    "It Has numerous bugs and glitches that make this game almost unbearable, one of the major ones is one that causes cars to appear late while the ps2 rendering the racetrack or race in general the grapics are very low and the game could haved used more polish." - IGN    … Expand
  8. Putler
    Sep 28, 2022
    0
    A big, boring game that seizes your hand and throws you where your'e supposed to go in the city. It's far too easy and the driving physics areA big, boring game that seizes your hand and throws you where your'e supposed to go in the city. It's far too easy and the driving physics are terrible. Beyond that, the vehicles sound like the bastard child of a singer and a ricer rocket
    Horrible game, even if you compare it piece of shift with lada racing club    … Expand

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