NASCAR Heat 2

 PlayStation 4
User Score
5.5

Mixed or average reviews- based on 27 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 27
  3. Negative: 11 out of 27
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  1. clintcevans
    Sep 12, 2017
    7
    First off this iteration is a step forward over its predecessor. However, there are some things that are lacking that just take away from the overall feel, and immersion, that I think 704 Games should be going for. Firstly, I heard from several Youtubers that the "Hot Seat" offers were completely random, but I received offers for the exact same races that every Youtuber I watchedFirst off this iteration is a step forward over its predecessor. However, there are some things that are lacking that just take away from the overall feel, and immersion, that I think 704 Games should be going for. Firstly, I heard from several Youtubers that the "Hot Seat" offers were completely random, but I received offers for the exact same races that every Youtuber I watched received. Secondly, after you secure a full-time ride beginning in your first full season, it's not your name, but the previous (real-life) driver's name that appears on your car/truck. For offline (mainly career) modes there should be a place in the Create a Driver section to input your first and last name which shows up on the leaderboards and the last name is also mapped to show up on your vehicle. I feel this greatly take away from the immersive experience that would be easily possible to create. Also during my first couple of hours playing the game, during offline career play, I notices several frame rate crashes whilst in the race. There should be no "lag" in an offline race. I also hope that they patch in some additional options into the currently bland Create a Car (Paint Booth) area. Good game, but could be so much better.… Expand
  2. Robbiemacc
    Sep 13, 2017
    7
    I've played NH2 for roughly 4 hours and have thoroughly enjoyed it so far. I have experimented with virtually all the various game modes and each one has left me coming back for more. Visually the game leaves a lot to be desired with dated graphics and decent damage model. Game play is fun, fluid and challenging with the aggressive AI. My BIGGEST complaint so far is the lack of aI've played NH2 for roughly 4 hours and have thoroughly enjoyed it so far. I have experimented with virtually all the various game modes and each one has left me coming back for more. Visually the game leaves a lot to be desired with dated graphics and decent damage model. Game play is fun, fluid and challenging with the aggressive AI. My BIGGEST complaint so far is the lack of a mini-map...how can a racing game in 2017 NOT include this? Overall I am impressed with how well 704 Games listened to fans, I didn't play NASCAR Heat Evolution so I really can't say firsthand how much the game has improved, but from what friends have told me and things I've read/watched the game is heading in the right direction. I think any reasonable person understood that the 2016 version was the building block and I look forward to what this series can become down the road.… Expand
  3. KeeganJacobs
    Sep 12, 2017
    8
    Good game, i would like to see a mini map for the tracks that have different turns. I would like to have pitstop control and for us to press buttons when fueling or changing tires .
  4. dangatang
    Feb 1, 2018
    0
    Literally the worst game I've ever played. If it was just a flat out piece of **** I would have given it a 4, but these cucks perfected just enough of the game that it actually made the **** thing exponentially more frustrating and ****ty because the physics are great compared to any NASCAR game on the last 2 generation consoles. But physics are useless when gameplay is straight upLiterally the worst game I've ever played. If it was just a flat out piece of **** I would have given it a 4, but these cucks perfected just enough of the game that it actually made the **** thing exponentially more frustrating and ****ty because the physics are great compared to any NASCAR game on the last 2 generation consoles. But physics are useless when gameplay is straight up retarded. The challenges are bull**** and boring. **** THIS GAME NOT WORTH A PENNY!!!!!… Expand
  5. stevebrules
    Feb 2, 2018
    0
    This game is worse and more frustrating than a bad game because some aspects are very good and others are complete **** The stability control is retarded, I've seen better draw distances in ps1 games. What the **** is so hard about making a NASCAR game that isn't worth zero dollars. DON'T WASTE YOUR MONEY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  6. bmphartz
    Feb 2, 2018
    0
    Piece of **** game don't waste your hard earned money. it's not hard to make a good nascar game. EA did it why the **** can't anybody else with the technology of two more ****ing deacdes!!!!
  7. GoodReviewerTV
    Mar 9, 2018
    4
    This game... Wow is it bad. Recently got a PS2 again, and the graphics on NASCAR 06: Total Team Control look more realistic than this game, and the cars handle better, and the AI function better. I was under the impression that NASCAR 14/15 were going to be the worst NASCAR games ever, but you guys really outdid yourselves with how bad this game is. How many cars in real life do you seeThis game... Wow is it bad. Recently got a PS2 again, and the graphics on NASCAR 06: Total Team Control look more realistic than this game, and the cars handle better, and the AI function better. I was under the impression that NASCAR 14/15 were going to be the worst NASCAR games ever, but you guys really outdid yourselves with how bad this game is. How many cars in real life do you see wrecking and doing 5-6 360° turns and then getting straightened back out again in their own? The UI in my opinion sucks for a game. I get why they chose to make it that way, it matches the NASCAR broadcasts but it just doesn't fit to well in a game for me. This game makes Days of Thunder for the PS3 look like Grand Turismo/Forza.… Expand
  8. PR66
    Jun 13, 2019
    1
    A very poor game in my opinion, the graphics are terrible, the performance is terrible, the AI are a joke and constantly try to spin you out... Even the real videos shown before some races is very poor quality. The OSD is terrible, you have to manually put everything on.. basically no assist settings. What an awful game this is, a very lazy effort.
  9. Thecrictic
    Apr 23, 2023
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I like the game! But it just feels like NASCAR heat evolution but updated enough to where it’s okay. But if you brake the car just instantly spins which is really annoying if you’re about to hit a wall. It’s mostly meant for hardcore players. The graphics are the exact same as NASCAR heat evolution’s and the pause glitch is still here (patched in heat 3 ) but overall just not worth playing for more then 30 minutes.… Expand

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66

Mixed or average reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 12
  3. Negative: 1 out of 12
  1. GameCritics
    Nov 13, 2017
    60
    In the end, NASCAR Heat 2 offers up plenty of racing for fans to enjoy. The driving is tight, and it feels genuinely good to win. However, when it comes right down to it, I suspect my problem with the game may actually be a problem with NASCAR itself — all of the excitement and exhilaration is buried beneath race after boring race, lap after boring lap.
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  2. God is a Geek
    Oct 9, 2017
    60
    Despite adding a bit extra to this year’s career mode, there are some technical issues that plague the experience. Shame really, because NASCAR Heat 2 can be quite fun at times.
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  3. PlaySense
    Oct 4, 2017
    70
    Lacking challenge and decent graphics, NASCAR Heat 2 was never going to be a transcendent racing experience. However, if you're a fan of NASCAR, you'll find a lot to like in the game as well.
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