Need for Speed Heat

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6.1

Mixed or average reviews- based on 1088 Ratings

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  1. M4DISON_V
    Nov 10, 2019
    0
    Just like another nfs build by this developer but little just little better... Oh forget it, its another EA f*****g s**t game.
  2. Badspector
    Nov 8, 2019
    0
    35$ for BOOST in game? seriously EA? This game is disappointing and bad... really bad dont buy this game
  3. Danioid_
    Nov 8, 2019
    0
    Otra PUTA MIERDA cagada por EA no hay más.
    Y odio a los subnormales que van por hay poniendo un 10 a un juego tan malo.

    MENSAJE PARA LOS QUE PONEN 10: haber si le poneis un 8 o un 7, porque canta mucho que sois unos fanboys de la prensa de mierda y de estos youtubers que son unos posers de mierda que no le inportan una puta mierda los videojuegos (TheGrefg, Vegeta777, Willyrex, etc...).
  4. SarifJKane
    Nov 18, 2019
    0
    I ****** knew it, that a c***, I didn't wanna buy it and I was 100% right after playing the first 30 minutes at my friend's house I glad I didn't waste $60 for $10 game which is EA supposed to pay for people for play. First, annoying stuff is a technical issue is Frostbite engine it just does not run with racing game, you can see how building loading during the race and MOST CRUEL THEYI ****** knew it, that a c***, I didn't wanna buy it and I was 100% right after playing the first 30 minutes at my friend's house I glad I didn't waste $60 for $10 game which is EA supposed to pay for people for play. First, annoying stuff is a technical issue is Frostbite engine it just does not run with racing game, you can see how building loading during the race and MOST CRUEL THEY COVER THIS BY RAIN WHICH IS PRETTY REGULAR IN THIS GAME. Secondary, game soundtrack the worst in history of NFS, etc. Rip of this engine from other games especially racing it's only for Battlefield smash walls and drop building. Secondly, cars physics if you played Forza Horizon 2,3,4 just skip wherever it's it or wait for price drop 80% minimum, I'm gonna buy on sale only. I have a much better vision statement to create the best NFS. I continue playing in Forza Horizon wait for a sale. P.S. developers experience a lot of problems due to creating that's game so.… Expand
  5. jacobsmith14433
    Nov 9, 2019
    7
    I would probably score this game an 8, but there are two things that are spoiling it for me so far, one small thing and one large. The first small thing is the mini map, the scale of the car on the minimap is way too big, which means you are spending a lot longer trying to work out which turn you are taking relative to the map. This issue could be alleviated if there was a racing line, orI would probably score this game an 8, but there are two things that are spoiling it for me so far, one small thing and one large. The first small thing is the mini map, the scale of the car on the minimap is way too big, which means you are spending a lot longer trying to work out which turn you are taking relative to the map. This issue could be alleviated if there was a racing line, or the option to put one, on the road in front of you like many racers have. But unfortunately, no such option exists.
    The second, more frustrating complaint for me is the drift mechanic. Drifting feels as good as it did in NFS rivals, however, the button combination to drift is simply the worst choice they have made this instalment. Double pumping the gas, if you double pump too quick, NO Drifit and you go first to last. If you double pump too slow, NO drift and you go first to last. If you have an S-bend, you have to double pump around the S bend, and it is highly likely one drift won't work.

    They absolutely nailed drifting in NFS rivals, where you just tapped the left trigger when you wanted to initiate drifting. I have no idea why they don't give us the option for that, or why in every instalment since they have tried to fix what wasn't broken. It is really annoying because you can be going seriously fast, try to drift at the perfect moment, in first place, and the race is just over, because it didn't work. And you are resetting, sometimes it happens a few times. Racers need to make drivers feel satisfied, not screwed over.    … Expand
  6. MrNexus
    Nov 8, 2019
    10
    This genuinely feels like a throwback to the OG most wanted and underground days. There are some performance issues that plague the game but other than that, we finally have a good need for speed game this year. Good job Ghost.
  7. chever
    Nov 8, 2019
    0
    Once again, they did hack work when there is someone to navigate — forza horizon. Even the boring crew 2 with a huge world and a bunch of activities (some of which are just boring) and more nice graphics (even there is a first-person view) looks better what on account of need for speed - 20? It's a shame, close the series, do not disgrace.
  8. AmiRGaMes47
    Nov 8, 2019
    10
    I enjoyed this nfs as nfs most wanted its very nice and sharp. The music, the atmosphere brought me to the origins of nfs.
  9. Fearful
    Nov 8, 2019
    10
    In my opinion the game is really good, the graphics are beautiful, the gameplay is fluid and the handling is fixed, way better than past games
  10. kwstas
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    it seems like after all this yeaRS and with some not so successfull and almost bad attends on last generation games . however this time it seems like need for speed had found its way . without the stupid storytelling of previous titles , more focused on the races and the cars , no cards or casino slots on that one , we are back with vehicle parts and complex visual customization like otherit seems like after all this yeaRS and with some not so successfull and almost bad attends on last generation games . however this time it seems like need for speed had found its way . without the stupid storytelling of previous titles , more focused on the races and the cars , no cards or casino slots on that one , we are back with vehicle parts and complex visual customization like other older games . also it has a quite big variety of cars and it seems like a really long campaign to reach the top levels and of course a plenty of street racing… Expand
  11. Ronnyb800
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Need for speed Heat is great! Don't read reviews with a score of 0, because they just are from frustrated people or Forza fanboys. I have played both FH 4 and NFS Heat, and i can say NFS Heat is different, but not worse. In some ways it is even better!

    Graphics: the graphics are okay and sometimes even good. Not the most beautifull i have seen but with some patches it can be even    Need for speed Heat is great! Don't read reviews with a score of 0, because they just are from frustrated people or Forza fanboys. I have played both FH 4 and NFS Heat, and i can say NFS Heat is different, but not worse. In some ways it is even better!

    Graphics: the graphics are okay and sometimes even good. Not the most beautifull i have seen but with some patches it can be even better. Overall the game looks nice with very detailed cars and a nice environment.

    Sound: the sounds is just amazing!! NFS always had good sound, but this is just getting better. Each car sound different depending how you upgrade it and you can even tweak the exhaustsystem for your own personalized sound. And yes, the sound is one of the points NFS beats games like Forza big time.

    Gameplay: it's all about the love for cars and do races to upgrade them: day for money and night for reputationpoints, to unlock upgradeparts. Handling isn't realistic but it's fun. Above all you can tweak it to your own likings to a drift, race or rally build.

    The storymode is pretty fun also. Much better then it was back in 2015 or in Payback. It is is'nt great, but personally i don't play a racegame for the story. Does other racegames have a great 'story'? Don't think so. When you want a good story you have to play Uncharted 4, The last of us or Days Gone.

    Police are also back and more agressive then ever. In my opinion and especially in the beginning with a beginner car, they are way to hard. Good thing they are back but very frustrating when you have hypercar and the police are keeping up with great ease and making you feel you drive a 75 horsepower car instead of a Koenigsegg.

    The game really is great and shines on sound and how you can tune your car. Really a lot of options to make it your own unique car with even your own sound, handling and visual upgrades. Hopefully they fix balancing problems with the police and improve the overall game, because the basics are solid! Now the question; is NFS Heat better then Forza Horizon 4? Yes and no. Yes, the sound is much much much better and you can upgrade your car to your own liking. On the other hand, Forza looks much much better, and the handling is more realistic. In my opinion NFS has more of a fun factor for long replayability then Forza due its deep upgrading system.

    I rate this game with a solid 8/10.    … Expand
  12. MasterShredder
    Nov 8, 2019
    10
    This game includes all need for speeds I loved and it's much more!!! Thank you Ghost you guys finally did it!
  13. predator_9
    Nov 8, 2019
    10
    First of all, I just wanna say I created this account to say that this game is an emotional return to the glory days of need for speed series. It captures every good aspects taken from the great nfs titles like most wanted (2005), underground 2, pro street and carbon. The game doesn't get boring by no means. Of course just like any other previous nfs titles, you have to participate inFirst of all, I just wanna say I created this account to say that this game is an emotional return to the glory days of need for speed series. It captures every good aspects taken from the great nfs titles like most wanted (2005), underground 2, pro street and carbon. The game doesn't get boring by no means. Of course just like any other previous nfs titles, you have to participate in different types of races to win money. This is really different from payback as the city is more living, the story is more interesting and of course the cops level is really competitive. The ai level is ok, if your car rating is more than the recommended rating in any specific race you're selecting, you're good. The driving physics is of course arcade and I'm loving the new drifting physics. The customization is outstanding with loads of options available to customize your car and FINALLY NO SPEEDCARDS from payback. The graphics looks great. Now, I would want EA to kinda tweak the photo mode a little bit because it's kinda tricky and annoying to work with but other than everything is good. If you just wanna have fun and race with your friends and hang around and wanna host car meets and stuff, this game is a way to go, it gives more pro street, underground 2, and carbon as in general. Also, I like one of the most important of the game is that you can play offline and people who don't want to multiplayer can play offline.… Expand
  14. Revengeoutlaw
    Nov 8, 2019
    3
    Ghost games failed again... Its just full of bugs and the city seems dead af
  15. Shayan_YxY0921
    Nov 8, 2019
    0
    its just payback HD
    Physics are trash


    trash handling



    in day you cant see a cop
  16. Lordderon
    Nov 8, 2019
    3
    Graphics sucks
    Story sucks
    Length about 10h
    Police's too aggressive

    The only thing that is really well done in this game - it's rally, race against the clock and customization from NFS 2015
  17. ELREZA
    Nov 8, 2019
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What an important thing you have done in these two years is embarrassing
    It's really ridiculous
    It is getting more childish day by day
    Your only masterpiece was building a MAP and weather
    I'm sorry.
    You have eliminated the need for speed.
    IT'S OVER GHOST GAMES    … Expand
  18. xXnellerx
    Nov 8, 2019
    0
    This game looks like it was made in 2005 !! I can’t do lay this game because my eyes is melting wen I see this graphic
  19. HArS11iTGupta
    Dec 5, 2019
    7
    Need for Speed Heat is one of the absolute best Need for Speed games yet. After so many years, Need for Speed is back on the right track and NFS Heat is a fantastic comeback and a triumphant return to form for the series. But this game is not as good as NFS Hot Pursuit 2, NFS Underground 1 and Underground 2, and the iconic NFS Most Wanted (2005).
  20. Rittenine
    Nov 8, 2019
    10
    This game is amazing, I like this system, night races- reputation, day races- money
  21. Marat655
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    Не ждал эту часть и не ждал чуда, но игра оказалась хорошей, много машин интересный тюнинг, смена дня и ночи
  22. Vinciblesnake
    Nov 14, 2019
    8
    Great come back of need for speed game, I am really enjoying the game. The amount of upgrades, challenges and the fun of racing keeps me excited to come back to it every weekend
  23. Lio0
    Nov 19, 2019
    4
    Lots of bugs unplayable game ea doesn't communicate if the bugs will get fixed they say it's the player Ps4 at fault not the game while it's clearly their fault
  24. Devi1S1ayer
    Nov 30, 2019
    6
    There's no option to turn on/off the music tracks of the game, and there's so many bad musics.
    The Police its surreal and kinda forced.
  25. Karimboi
    Mar 5, 2020
    0
    i played so many nfs games and heat is the worst of all them so i would say dont bus it
  26. 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...
  27. CarlitosNN
    Aug 9, 2021
    10
    It is a very cool game with a very cool aesthetic. It is pleasing to the eye, plus a very fun driving and mechanics. The almost total absence of micro-transactions is appreciated.
  28. Chiefmate7
    Nov 8, 2019
    10
    Очень понравилась новая Need for Speed. В игре чувствуется атмосфера. Добавили дождь, полицию нормальную а не как в Payback только по сюжету. Отличные шутки, все постоянно общаются, стебутся - в общем, молодцы, проработали мир. Это не просто гонки, а такой свой мирок. Очень понравилось что героя игры теперь можно не просто выбрать, но и одевать его как хочешь. В общем, класс. Машины сталиОчень понравилась новая Need for Speed. В игре чувствуется атмосфера. Добавили дождь, полицию нормальную а не как в Payback только по сюжету. Отличные шутки, все постоянно общаются, стебутся - в общем, молодцы, проработали мир. Это не просто гонки, а такой свой мирок. Очень понравилось что героя игры теперь можно не просто выбрать, но и одевать его как хочешь. В общем, класс. Машины стали намного лучше управляться. Музыка в игре классная, очень подходит. И она зависит от того, что происходит, например когда коп догоняет, становится страшной такой. В общем, OST наконец-то классный сделали в NFS.

    Есть небольшие проблемы с графикой и геймплеем, а именно с анимацией. Волны в море - они ужасны. То как сминаются кусты под машиной - ну это вообще полный бред. Можно снести толстое дерево на дороге на скорости 0,1 км/ч. Не машина, а броневик какой-то сминающий все на своем пути - это минус.

    А так все круто, красиво. Совершенно другая и новая игра, хоть и на движке Payback.    … Expand
  29. triplemxreviews
    Nov 8, 2019
    10
    I like the game because this time it really is good. Everything is so much better. It is enjoyable and that is what matters.
  30. Karan
    Nov 8, 2019
    10
    Great game by ghost games. Beautiful graphics.
    Customization is top notch.
    Good amount of cars.
    Driving mechanics could be better.
    Cops are too aggressive.
    Rewards well if u manage to escape at 5 star heat.
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 61 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 61
  2. Mixed: 34 out of 61
  3. Negative: 1 out of 61
  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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