Need for Speed Heat

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  1. I_Hate_Salad
    Mar 24, 2021
    9
    From a car enthusiast's perspective, this game has been a blast. It is by far one of the best Need for Speed games ever. It has a better story than NFS payback, but it is shorter. The game mechanics are very good by earning money during the day and earning REP during the night. The car customization is nearly overdone, not only can you upgrade parts but you can also do engine swaps, eachFrom a car enthusiast's perspective, this game has been a blast. It is by far one of the best Need for Speed games ever. It has a better story than NFS payback, but it is shorter. The game mechanics are very good by earning money during the day and earning REP during the night. The car customization is nearly overdone, not only can you upgrade parts but you can also do engine swaps, each engine having a different sound. One of the weak points of this game is the overpowered cars, the 911 RSR is still the fastest cornering car by far. I understand that different cars have different cornering ability, but the RSR has an unrealistic cornering ability. Ghost games needs to have a balance between the cars. The cars should have either speed and cornering. No car should be good at everything.… Expand
  2. killra
    Mar 18, 2021
    4
    Меня хватило на 15 минут. Машиной невозможно управлять, техника заноса просто бредовая, когда ты хотел просто сбавить газ, и жмешь опять.
    Ну в 2015 же в правильном направлении шли. Верните киношные вставки в духе MW и Carbon.
    Я думал ничего хуже payback уже не будет.    Меня хватило на 15 минут. Машиной невозможно управлять, техника заноса просто бредовая, когда ты хотел просто сбавить газ, и жмешь опять.
    Ну в 2015 же в правильном направлении шли. Верните киношные вставки в духе MW и Carbon.
    Я думал ничего хуже payback уже не будет.
  3. SAJILI1212
    Mar 15, 2021
    3
    Bad Police, bad upgrade System and bad Races
    For example buy car in level 32 and for upgrade you most be level 39.
    What the f*** is that
  4. GeorgiWoke
    Mar 15, 2021
    8
    by far the best need for speed game i have played in YEARS good physics good cops VERY GOOD handling and drifting and the game is VERY fun but the lack of updates kinda ruins it...
  5. Ferbert
    Mar 9, 2021
    3
    extremely grindy and gameplay gets repetitive quickly, get gran turismo sport instead
  6. Nowis
    Mar 6, 2021
    0
    What a piece of **** I would like to meet the men who created the cop chasing system...
  7. ToshLichev
    Mar 3, 2021
    5
    While Heat may be a definite improvement over Payback it still feels lacking.

    The story is as bland and uninteresting as it always is when it comes down to an NFS game, but at least this time it feels like it knows its place and doesn't get shoved down your throat as much. The driving feels a bit better and the fact you don't have to keep a garage full of specialized cars allows you    While Heat may be a definite improvement over Payback it still feels lacking.

    The story is as bland and uninteresting as it always is when it comes down to an NFS game, but at least this time it feels like it knows its place and doesn't get shoved down your throat as much.

    The driving feels a bit better and the fact you don't have to keep a garage full of specialized cars allows you to focus on a few vehicles which leads to a more personal connection with your rides. The customizable character was also a decent touch.

    The Day/Night gameplay concept is a good idea and makes you consider your choices, whether to focus on rep or cash but this is where the main problem of Heat comes up. The cops are nigh indestructible and they are far too hard to lose. After a certain point they become impossible to shake off, they rubber band straight up to your ass and deal far more damage than you can. Losing all the rep for the night is bad enough considering how monotonous the races can become, but losing cash which you cant deposit anywhere during the day - absolute ****

    Other than that, the world feels a bit too small and lifeless and the soundtrack is straight up trash.

    Heat feels like 5 steps forward and 3 steps back, but it is still an improvement. Not really good, but decent.    … Expand
  8. boombloxgamer10
    Feb 22, 2021
    9
    Need for Speed Heat is (imo) one of the best racing games of the 2010's

    First up, The Graphics NFS Heat's Graphics are kinda superior than Payback but it's not as like-like than the 2015 reboot. but still it looks so amazing. at every corner and every distance, it stands out as one good looking details around. but not only the hills, building, etc. the cars look very impressive.    Need for Speed Heat is (imo) one of the best racing games of the 2010's

    First up, The Graphics
    NFS Heat's Graphics are kinda superior than Payback but it's not as like-like than the 2015 reboot. but still it looks so amazing. at every corner and every distance, it stands out as one good looking details around. but not only the hills, building, etc. the cars look very impressive.

    then, The Story
    So The premise of NFS Heat is that you play as an unnamed racer looking to race in Palm City (A Miami-Inspired City) for the Speedhunters Showdown who meets Lucas Rivera in the garage, After one race, she meets Ana Rivera (Lucas' Young Sister) Where she asks that they need to know who they are by racing at night and avoid the cops, but something from the High Speed Task Force is not what it seems.
    The story is great and the characters are spot on

    Now for the Gameplay
    It has a lot of things to do in Palm City, One of the main attractions is of course the events. From circuit to drift to sprint, there's gonna be alot of racing! Speaking of drift, the car handling is so great. and another of the main attractions is the cop chases, it's so hard yet it's so entertaining that it puts you to the edge of the seat. And of course, we could forget the customization. not only for your car, but also for your avatar can be customized.

    Finally, The Overall Score
    NFS Heat is a Racing Game That EA Makes it Right

    9.5/10    … Expand
  9. Mcgillacuddy
    Feb 9, 2021
    7
    While it pales in comparison to the likes of something like Forza Horizon, which it is obviously trying to replicate, it still packs plenty of features to make it a worthwhile play, from its solid driving mechanics to its marvelous car customization. Inarguably the best NFS the entire 2010 decade had to offer.
  10. CopperySinger5
    Feb 9, 2021
    9
    I really enjoy games that support BLM with diverse characters and fitting hip-hop music. NFS heat may have its flaws but the thrill and hours of enjoyment of racing drifting and rally events will always put NFS on top.
  11. Mattyhaxxx
    Feb 7, 2021
    10
    Great game. Once you get passed the first vehicles you choose which are horrible. Buy a car at the dealership and tune it. The Honda Civic type r is a great start. Game is fun and offers rewarding upgrades and cars to unlock. Try it for yourself. Don’t understand the hate it’s gotten
  12. V1n48
    Feb 5, 2021
    8
    Pros
    A marked improvement over older versions. The older versions had no story no nothing. The last good need for speed was carbon. This game takes the player back to the days of carbon and underground street racing while still allowing you to switch to a sactioned tournamwnt during the day. Good story, nice graphics and some surprises in the end for old need for speed fans. Cons:
    The    Pros
    A marked improvement over older versions. The older versions had no story no nothing. The last good need for speed was carbon. This game takes the player back to the days of carbon and underground street racing while still allowing you to switch to a sactioned tournamwnt during the day. Good story, nice graphics and some surprises in the end for old need for speed fans. Cons:
    The story is kind of short. I was just getting into
    it when suddenly it was over. I think creativeky more can be done with the story.    … Expand
  13. emreglbdk
    Jan 31, 2021
    7
    The graphics are pretty good but the colors are a bit tiring. Good gameplay.
  14. mocking-jay
    Jan 29, 2021
    9
    This was a pleasant surprise. One of the good need for speed games out there. The street racing, the cops, the customisation, its all there and without any microtransations. The risk reward element at night is really good, loved the aggressive pursuits. If you liked the old nfs games like most wanted and underground, you will enjoy this one too. The negative part is that the story is kindaThis was a pleasant surprise. One of the good need for speed games out there. The street racing, the cops, the customisation, its all there and without any microtransations. The risk reward element at night is really good, loved the aggressive pursuits. If you liked the old nfs games like most wanted and underground, you will enjoy this one too. The negative part is that the story is kinda short, the game lacks pvp and proper multi-player. Overall, a great game in the series.… Expand
  15. Saszha01
    Jan 27, 2021
    8
    In my opinion, this is a good part of the series, it took the best of the previous two parts. Here is an interesting mode of passage, good graphics, fixed physics errors regarding driving. The studio has done a lot of work on the mistakes of the previous parts. For those who are still thinking whether to play this game, and see low scores, I advise you not to look at them, but to tryIn my opinion, this is a good part of the series, it took the best of the previous two parts. Here is an interesting mode of passage, good graphics, fixed physics errors regarding driving. The studio has done a lot of work on the mistakes of the previous parts. For those who are still thinking whether to play this game, and see low scores, I advise you not to look at them, but to try and draw a conclusion. Once upon a time everything was better, it's not quite so, because the legendary Underground 2, had a boring, long plot, rings that kept appearing, and long, long races, and the only thing you thought about when it was over. In terms of game quality, NFS Heat is for me between Underground 2 and Carbon.… Expand
  16. infernal_
    Jan 25, 2021
    1
    Really horrible and painful music playlist! Day races so boring! Maps realy greate but cops is hard and i cant play more than 1 hour realy boring and horrible playlist
    Customization unsatisfactory gta 5 have more body parts and customization graphics awsome
  17. Maurer
    Jan 15, 2021
    8
    I spent alot of time on this game, even after getting the platinum achivment I keep on playing for a long time to but diffrent cars and try them out and looking for the best one. Graphics are really modern and very nice looking, the use of lights and water reflections made the look good for eye. Driving model is way better than in NFS Payback but still not the best. I liked many ways ofI spent alot of time on this game, even after getting the platinum achivment I keep on playing for a long time to but diffrent cars and try them out and looking for the best one. Graphics are really modern and very nice looking, the use of lights and water reflections made the look good for eye. Driving model is way better than in NFS Payback but still not the best. I liked many ways of customsizing cars. Even the modern cars could look classic and the classics could look modern, it is all based on how you do it. You can even change your car's exhaust sound, and the sounds of turbo are really based on what turbo you put in car. Not once i put in worse turbo but i prefered the sound it made. Story is average, could be longer.… Expand
  18. YeezusGeist
    Jan 13, 2021
    0
    It's 2021, and I'm still pissed about this game.

    Not only is the story mediocre, but the music, vibe, map, and experience is overall just bad. The cars are all useless compared to the Porsche RSR. The cars are locked until you complete story missions, but when all cars and story missions are complete, you have nothing left to do except grind races for cash or just glitch it. The lack of    It's 2021, and I'm still pissed about this game.

    Not only is the story mediocre, but the music, vibe, map, and experience is overall just bad. The cars are all useless compared to the Porsche RSR. The cars are locked until you complete story missions, but when all cars and story missions are complete, you have nothing left to do except grind races for cash or just glitch it. The lack of content/updates is due to EA not investing enough time in this, and they also shut down Ghost Games.

    It's 6/10 at best. If you want to buy it, buy it when it's $20 or lower.    … Expand
  19. DaddyElkys
    Jan 6, 2021
    1
    The visuals look nice, but they've looked that way for couple of years now. There is no challenge in driving and feels like the game is too grindy. The main thing when i select hard mode is to be challenged but in this case the answer is no way at all. The upgrading system is awful and i don't feel that the story is anything good. This is a driving game and i came here to get moreThe visuals look nice, but they've looked that way for couple of years now. There is no challenge in driving and feels like the game is too grindy. The main thing when i select hard mode is to be challenged but in this case the answer is no way at all. The upgrading system is awful and i don't feel that the story is anything good. This is a driving game and i came here to get more challenging street driving experience but oh well.… Expand
  20. Harry1997x
    Jan 2, 2021
    6
    honestly I prefer he crew 2. nfs heat is a fun game to play but I don't like how cars that I'd like to use in the game are locked untill a certain level and some locked untill the game its self is totally finished what is the point of that? I'd much rather grind for cash and purchase the car I want to play with 8n this game and make it feel like my own them to keep doing up some car I'mhonestly I prefer he crew 2. nfs heat is a fun game to play but I don't like how cars that I'd like to use in the game are locked untill a certain level and some locked untill the game its self is totally finished what is the point of that? I'd much rather grind for cash and purchase the car I want to play with 8n this game and make it feel like my own them to keep doing up some car I'm not in love with. the map is good I enjoy it the driving is fun how ever still no cockpit view in a nfs game which is weird. the game I purchased was the delux addition hoping I'd get future content but the game stopped receiving updates like immediately which when you compare to games like for a and even the crew who update their games years after release is shocking but I guess its more of an EA thing than nfs thing EA shut down the developers off this game (Ghost) nfs has been heading in the right direction again since 2015 with back to their routes with street racing how ever there has always been something off with ghosts nfs games. 2015 had the lamest cops I've ever seen in a game payback was all over the place and tried to be too much like forza and this one just feels like it's almost perfect but the game is too restricted everything is locked untill a certain level I hate that it's such a lazy way to implement a game. I want to use the BMW gtr from nfs most wanted but it doesn't unlock untill you complete the game what good is that? anyways I hope criterion don't ruin the franchise again and bring back all the super cars and lame straight roads with no modifications and customization. honestly ghosts nfs games with a little bit more creativity and polish would of been outstanding need for speeds.… Expand
  21. kia_salemi
    Jan 2, 2021
    0
    NFS series is DEAD. This game is an absolute garbage, Waste of money, disaster.
  22. Steyraus
    Dec 31, 2020
    1
    It can't be a coincidence that the woker these games get, the worse they get. First thing you're greeted with in this game is a political message about America's retarded politics. Which really sucks when you're not American and you don't really even like America . Only gets worse from there with more cringey crap music and just more works character creation whitey not allowed
  23. Shenandoah
    Jul 21, 2020
    6
    Yes it is better than the games before from this series, but it is still far away from being a visually polished racing game with addictive gameplay. Technically it is a shame for such a new game from such a big studio with its budget. Codemasters Grid is a better choice so much, there are worlds between them.
  24. the_pandaprjct
    Dec 27, 2020
    6
    I'm just dissapointed that I really expected anything from this game. Optimisation problems are very frustrating and weird physics really show what Frostbite can do, story is just... not even there; it's like forced too much and failed really bad. Customisations is mostly same as Payback which I don't how you navigate (personal opinion, I didn't include it in when I vote). Cop system isI'm just dissapointed that I really expected anything from this game. Optimisation problems are very frustrating and weird physics really show what Frostbite can do, story is just... not even there; it's like forced too much and failed really bad. Customisations is mostly same as Payback which I don't how you navigate (personal opinion, I didn't include it in when I vote). Cop system is failed so bad too. I don't even want to talk about it. Character customisation is a good idea, which they failed so bad too. Every character is ugly as f- and outfits are just a sponsor thing. And masks... oh boy.

    Have any good sides? Sure. Physics are fine after you get used to it and night time visuals are pretty impressive (opposite of day time tho). Soundtrack is good and things like engine swap etc. is pretty cool. Sounds could be just a bit better tho.

    Final verdict: This game just trying to be like it's succesful predecessors; mixed with Payback UI and style, and it copied everything so bad that makes this game a failure.    … Expand
  25. DerekCoolGamer
    Dec 26, 2020
    9
    I love this game yet there is one thing that I HATE. When I'm playing on night mode. Let's say I win 2 games in first place. Awesome. Now I have to go back to the garage to actually earn the stuff i got. When the police are coming I act COMPLETELY NORMAL yet they still start chasing me. When I outrun them and get to the garage, I need to enter the garage BUT... the button to enter theI love this game yet there is one thing that I HATE. When I'm playing on night mode. Let's say I win 2 games in first place. Awesome. Now I have to go back to the garage to actually earn the stuff i got. When the police are coming I act COMPLETELY NORMAL yet they still start chasing me. When I outrun them and get to the garage, I need to enter the garage BUT... the button to enter the garage won't show up so now I can't get into the garage. Then the cops SOMEHOW find me through a wall and start trying to bust me. Then, listen, when the bust bar gets to around 1 second left, THEN THE BUTTON SHOWS UP!! BUT TOO LATE!! NOW ALL OF THE STUFF THAT I JUST WON. IS GONE!!! because I was right there at the garage BUT the button wouldn't show up so I COULDN'T GET IN THE GARAGE!! I just HATE that. I still love this game tho.… Expand
  26. sou1teenz
    Dec 19, 2020
    1
    The worst and hardest drift, with impossible controlling! 0/100. Thanks ea!
  27. RasaPahit
    Dec 19, 2020
    5
    If you're looking for a racing game this game is not bad but not good either, but in my opinion there are way better racing game than this. It could be better but it is one of the better NFS title in the last years.

    If you're a fan of arcade racing game there are better options but it's not bad, but if you're a fan of more realistic racing game you could love it but i don't think this    If you're looking for a racing game this game is not bad but not good either, but in my opinion there are way better racing game than this. It could be better but it is one of the better NFS title in the last years.

    If you're a fan of arcade racing game there are better options but it's not bad, but if you're a fan of more realistic racing game you could love it but i don't think this is for you.

    There are a few things i like and hate. Personally i hate the cops, it's so bs that it's ruining my experience. I like the car sounds, The story is boring, The driving mechanics could be better but not bad, the customization is customizable, and there is no first person mode.

    For me personally i think this game is worth 15 bucks or less, so if you found this game on sale for that amount you should take the gamble, because you will either love it or hate it.

    This game have so much potential of being an amazing racing game, but sadly EA blew it.    … Expand
  28. BKD3
    Dec 16, 2020
    1
    Garbage game

    I think this game is a remastered version of NFS payback with a changed short film. With always shining road and neon lights at night, the game looks very cartoony, and Don't get confused about its open-world, I feel it like moving in a small block of a town. I think this is the last nail in the coffin for NFS franchise. I will not be buying NFS anymore because the nxt game    Garbage game

    I think this game is a remastered version of NFS payback with a changed short film. With always shining road and neon lights at night, the game looks very cartoony, and Don't get confused about its open-world, I feel it like moving in a small block of a town. I think this is the last nail in the coffin for NFS franchise. I will not be buying NFS anymore because the nxt game again feels like a remastered version of NFS's most wanted 2012.. Waste of money    … Expand
  29. Piks_LDN
    Dec 13, 2020
    6
    I feel like EA are desperately trying to capture the early success of previous NFS titles. However, these new iterations are not on par with the experiences the previous titles provided for gamers. NFS Heat doesn’t stand out at all as a great game. It’s clearly taken things out of previous NFS games but it just doesn’t work for this game. NFS needs to get back to how it was with MostI feel like EA are desperately trying to capture the early success of previous NFS titles. However, these new iterations are not on par with the experiences the previous titles provided for gamers. NFS Heat doesn’t stand out at all as a great game. It’s clearly taken things out of previous NFS games but it just doesn’t work for this game. NFS needs to get back to how it was with Most Wanted, hopefully the next version is a great one.… Expand
  30. jcfierro55
    Dec 8, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nice Line this game por ps4 adictive so cute game is cool jojo ya platinado en 2 meses… Expand
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  1. PLAY! Zine
    Dec 30, 2019
    70
    Need for Speed: Heat is the first good step for the franchise in years. Devoid of micro transactions, providing some Underground-like neon vibes with it’s best customization system, it can provide more than a dozen of hours of fun, despite it’s dead like world design and irrelevant and boring story.
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  2. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Dec 17, 2019
    70
    The Heat meter effectively turns GTA’s wanted level into score attack, which is awesome. But the open-world busywork, generic city, and too-flimsy obstacles dilute the otherwise decent gameplay. [Issue#170, p.88]
  3. Gaming Age
    Dec 2, 2019
    83
    Again, I don’t think Need for Speed Heat does much to re-invent the wheel when it comes to open-world racing games, but it does help reset the franchise in a way that felt necessary at this point. It’s an enjoyable experience throughout, the story is entertaining if maybe a little too serious, and the overall progression path is well realized. If you’re hungry to get behind the wheel of a virtual car this season, Need for Speed Heat is likely going to be the game for you.
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