Need for Speed

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6.9

Mixed or average reviews- based on 1355 Ratings

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  1. SMIICE
    Nov 3, 2015
    10
    Finally amazing NFS experience.

    Just bought it few hours ago. I really enjoying it so far. Great customization. Awesome graphics. Fun cut scenes. So much customization, I love it. I played 2.5 hours so far. It all I’ve missed in NFS series. Truly exciting single player experience. Love driving at night and now I have so much of it. Choosing BRZ out of first 3 cars was no brainer for    Finally amazing NFS experience.

    Just bought it few hours ago. I really enjoying it so far. Great customization. Awesome graphics. Fun cut scenes.
    So much customization, I love it. I played 2.5 hours so far. It all I’ve missed in NFS series. Truly exciting single player experience. Love driving at night and now I have so much of it.

    Choosing BRZ out of first 3 cars was no brainer for me, I love it, so much customization for it.
    Based on the first impressions. I love it and can’t wait to get back home and play some more.
    If you want another online racing game go look elsewhere, if you enjoy single player street racing games this just for you.
    For those who complain about driving experience, it’s an arcade game which supposed to be fun and it is. If you want realistic (authentic handling) driving experience buy a real car with a stick and start driving. It is like complaining that sex doll does not feel like a real thing.

    Almost forgot drifting is so amazing in this game.

    10 out of 10 for me    … Expand
  2. nega5
    Nov 3, 2015
    8
    Best NFS since Underground 2, no joke.

    Sure, there's some issues, it's not perfect but the awesome customization, great progression system and great graphics makes it stand out from the rest. All it needs is a little fine tuning like stability and extra parts and cars and it could very well be the best racing game this gen so far! Don't listen to the haters! This game is    Best NFS since Underground 2, no joke.

    Sure, there's some issues, it's not perfect but the awesome customization, great progression system and great graphics makes it stand out from the rest.

    All it needs is a little fine tuning like stability and extra parts and cars and it could very well be the best racing game this gen so far!

    Don't listen to the haters! This game is fantastic! I feel like the only one that adores the handling!    … Expand
  3. Gaz_Oline
    Nov 3, 2015
    8
    Со времен игр Underground 2. MW, Carbon не было игры лучше этой. NFS всегда славился ночными гонками и превосходным тюнингом. Именно это и есть в новой NFS
  4. Bashfulfruit
    Nov 3, 2015
    10
    Perfect arcade all about driving fantastic cars in the night, bad weather and marvelous mornings. Nothing more, nothing less. You could be disappointed if you expect something bigger.
  5. EnABLE
    Nov 3, 2015
    9
    Отличная перезагрузка серии. Сразу вспоминается Underground 2, разве что внешнего тюнинга меньше, лично для меня это не минус. Интересные заезды, отличная графика, зажигательный саундтрек - ну что еще нужно для NFS ? )
  6. liuby33
    Nov 3, 2015
    9
    As a reboot of NFS series, this game has its own drawbacks like the always online and stupid no-pause gameplay. BUT, if you are anything into the urban car culture, and are interested in customizing your car like in Underground 2, or if you were an NFS fan before the last few disappointing titles, you should definitely look into this one.
    Here, you get all the sensations that were lost in    As a reboot of NFS series, this game has its own drawbacks like the always online and stupid no-pause gameplay. BUT, if you are anything into the urban car culture, and are interested in customizing your car like in Underground 2, or if you were an NFS fan before the last few disappointing titles, you should definitely look into this one.
    Here, you get all the sensations that were lost in the last few NFS games. The story may be bland like in any other racing games, but the customization alone would be worth the try. The fact that you can fully max out an original AE86 with all the crazy body kits is enough for you, if you are an Underground fan, to enjoy the game immensely. Do not trust review especially by IGN because they didn't even mention the customization part in the final marking scheme, this is plain stupid.    … Expand
  7. Thoury1959
    Nov 3, 2015
    10
    WELCOME BACK ! KING OF RACING GAMES !!
    Ghosts game made it ! great graphics and control.
    The arcade gameplay is very, very fun.
    I am grateful that they have returned to their origins and bring a good car game
  8. Gui_Konrad
    Nov 3, 2015
    10
    The exclusive BMW M2 Coupé, Customization, great selection of cars!! the beautiful nocturnal open-world and the stunning graphics!!
    The King os Back!!!
  9. youxia
    Nov 3, 2015
    10
    Best Need for speed since Blackbox's undercover! I personal very enjoy this games. Hope ghost games's next need for speed will bring the daytime back. Customization is awesome. In fact the FMV is not bad at all.
    Thank you, Ghost games!
  10. raskin_oleg
    Mar 24, 2018
    8
    It's really good NFS after long time **** worst games in this series. Payback is a **** again...
  11. Vapor96
    Jun 19, 2019
    8
    The NFS reboot truly takes me back to the good ol' import tuning days of Need For Speed: Underground and Midnight Club 3: DUB Edition. It looks amazing with all the hyper realistic weather effects (even though it's always night time but that suits the underground scene feeling in my opinion), and the racing is fun from pack races to drifting challenges. The tuning is very versatile fromThe NFS reboot truly takes me back to the good ol' import tuning days of Need For Speed: Underground and Midnight Club 3: DUB Edition. It looks amazing with all the hyper realistic weather effects (even though it's always night time but that suits the underground scene feeling in my opinion), and the racing is fun from pack races to drifting challenges. The tuning is very versatile from body-kits to paint jobs to performance tuning; you can truly customize that Honda Civic into your dream tuner ride. The constant internet connection requirement is a major bummer though, and some of the dialogue is absolutely cringeworthy.… Expand
  12. baltowolf
    Oct 10, 2018
    9
    not so bad, I hoped it would disappoint me .... after the Payback fiasco I wanted to try this one instead of the new one, but I even had a lot of fun, the gameplay is good and the graphics are too beautiful ... of course is not perfect is sometimes think too simple, but as I was playing with medium expectations, I ended up loving the game but I still expect a game as good as the oldnot so bad, I hoped it would disappoint me .... after the Payback fiasco I wanted to try this one instead of the new one, but I even had a lot of fun, the gameplay is good and the graphics are too beautiful ... of course is not perfect is sometimes think too simple, but as I was playing with medium expectations, I ended up loving the game but I still expect a game as good as the old Underground in the future ...… Expand
  13. RaZex
    Nov 3, 2015
    9
    Лучшее что случалось с NFS за последние пять лет! Из безоговорочных плюсов хочу отметить отличную графику, лучший в серии стайлинг и тюнинг, гибкую настройку вождения и довольно интересный сюжет! Мы долго ждали такой NFS и время пришло!Лучшее что случалось с NFS за последние пять лет! Из безоговорочных плюсов хочу отметить отличную графику, лучший в серии стайлинг и тюнинг, гибкую настройку вождения и довольно интересный сюжет! Мы долго ждали такой NFS и время пришло!
  14. Earrexii
    Nov 3, 2015
    10
    Need for Speed listened to its fans, and that’s why this game deserves to call itself a reboot of the franchise. There’s a few minor flaws, but especially in its multiplayer, this Need for Speed is the first fun one to come out in years.

    Copy-Paste :)

    Great Game. Nothing more.
  15. optimus2primex
    Nov 6, 2015
    10
    IMO the game feels awesome and I honestly don't know why is everyone b*tching about it.
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  16. eledi
    Nov 6, 2015
    9
    Seriously. This game is great! I was hoping for some sort of "Underground 3" and it is for me. The customization is so much fun. I've spent hours tweaking and styling cars (and the selection is perfect too by the way). Racing is a blast aswell! You wouldn't believe how satisfying it is to hit those nice drifts around the corners in your unique car.

    Now, I've read about the issues that    Seriously. This game is great! I was hoping for some sort of "Underground 3" and it is for me. The customization is so much fun. I've spent hours tweaking and styling cars (and the selection is perfect too by the way). Racing is a blast aswell! You wouldn't believe how satisfying it is to hit those nice drifts around the corners in your unique car.

    Now, I've read about the issues that some players have:

    1. Rubberbanding: Someone wrote it is "soul-crushingly unfair" :
    Well I have not experienced ANY problems within my playthrough! Yes, there are races where the opponents are crazy fast, but the solution is simple: Earn money, buy a better car and maximze it's performance. You will outstrip any car, even the hard-difficulty opponents. It is that simple!

    2. Always online: So what? I don't travel with my console and most of us have stable internet at home.
    And if the servers are offline? Well there are other things to do in the meantime.. Come on!

    3. No cockpit view: Yeah, could have been a feature. But honestly it wouldnt work with the game, you constantly drift from left to right. You wouldnt be able to drive like that. After all you also might want to admire the awesome car you built at any given time.

    4. No Manual transmission: Could have been a feature as well, but seriously.. Is it really that big of a deal for you guys?

    5. The cutscenes are "cringeworthy":
    They are not... I really enjoyed the cutscences. They add a lot the the experience and I am happy that they went with the choice of real actors.

    Now lets do a little Pro/Con

    Pros (More my favorites about the game:
    - Gameplay (Racing is as blast!)
    - Customization (If you can imagine it, you can build it!)
    - Soundtrack (For me always ultra important.. Soundtrack is a 10/10 aswell)
    - Details (For example: if you install a sound-system in your car: You stop outside the garage and the song playing sounds like it comes out of your car. Even the trunk makes a "rattle sound" like if you had installed a subwoofer)

    Cons:
    - It is true that theres nothing really left to do after you completed the story.
    (But have to be creative. Buy cars, customize them and drive your favorite events again, do the daily challenges.)

    So honestly. This game is perfect for you if you want to experience the "underground days" again.    … Expand
  17. JohnRe
    Nov 3, 2015
    10
    Amazing game, can't get enough of it! Try it if you want to! It's a lot better than other titles such as "The Crew". Good one from your friend JohnRe!
  18. RiZ
    Nov 4, 2015
    10
    I fan of classic-style NFS, supercars, cops, highways, but this NFS just surprised me! So cool to see all these licensed bodykits from real life, the customization is very-very deep. Amazing cars selection, insane graphics, sounds and soundtrack. Very high quality music from different styles. All of them fits perfectly to the style of the game. Nice storyline. Car driving is top notch, II fan of classic-style NFS, supercars, cops, highways, but this NFS just surprised me! So cool to see all these licensed bodykits from real life, the customization is very-very deep. Amazing cars selection, insane graphics, sounds and soundtrack. Very high quality music from different styles. All of them fits perfectly to the style of the game. Nice storyline. Car driving is top notch, I feel the weight of the car, i feel the difference between cars. Amazing experience for oldschool gamers and for new people who just met with NFS series. Always online is good feauture, like in The Crew, no pirates! In 2015 internet connection has all of people even in every small village.… Expand
  19. Volumeplus
    Nov 3, 2015
    9
    This is a beautiful arcade racer that has a ton of customization. I rated it a 9 because it is really fun, and gorgeous, but it has always online. I don’t think always online is a big deal, but I would prefer to have the option to turn it off, so I don't have to deal with trolls. It does make the world feel more populated by other racers though-- seeing them on your map or one of themThis is a beautiful arcade racer that has a ton of customization. I rated it a 9 because it is really fun, and gorgeous, but it has always online. I don’t think always online is a big deal, but I would prefer to have the option to turn it off, so I don't have to deal with trolls. It does make the world feel more populated by other racers though-- seeing them on your map or one of them doing doughnuts in the street.
    I like that the cut scenes are skipable, but-- I choose not to skip them because it is nice to see actual actors in game and I want to see the story play out.
    The AI is much improved from over the beta and there is no longer that 'magical boost' the AI would get in the beta.
    Customization is top notch! I love being able to change my bumpers, go wide body, add splitters, change wings, change trunk lids, even adjust the stance to make the wheels flush or make em poke if you want. I LOVE IT. I really wish all cars games had this level of customization. Most people will play for the cool end game cars, for me-- I am playing to make the 242 and GTI look DOOOOPE.

    TLDR~ A beautiful and fun arcade racer with tons of customization on a bunch of cars ranging from old to new. The only downside is always online. 9/10    … Expand
  20. xXeixaZz
    Nov 3, 2015
    8
    People asked for a Need for Speed game similar to Underground, and now that EA delivered, people just post negative reviews;
    Did Underground had cockpit view? No! Did Underground had daily races? No.
    Come on, this is ilegal street racing we are talking about, so they have to be made at night. We still have here the front view so you can race without the cockpit view for sure. The    People asked for a Need for Speed game similar to Underground, and now that EA delivered, people just post negative reviews;
    Did Underground had cockpit view? No! Did Underground had daily races? No.
    Come on, this is ilegal street racing we are talking about, so they have to be made at night. We still have here the front view so you can race without the cockpit view for sure. The customization in this game is INSANE, truly incredible for the tuning fans and Underground lovers. The gameplay is arcade and very good, the graphics are awesome and the campaign in first-person makes you feel part of it. As for the "always online" haters, the game has a reason for it. You race in and you see a lot of people online, they can even interfere in your races during your event. There's always someone online on the streets and the share picture feature with the comunity is awesome. So what I'm saying is, if you are a Underground fan, don't listen the hate and give this game a chance. It's not 10/10, but it is a good solid street racing tuning experience;    … Expand
  21. ProGamer7
    Nov 3, 2015
    10
    Amazing gameplay and phenomenal graphics. This installment of the Need for Speed franchise is a beauty. We finally have a storyline that is semi-intriguing and rather enjoyable. The map has nice variety and the online racing is extremely fun. The customization is also top-notch and the wrap editor makes your car distinguishable from others. The game is enjoyable with friends and sharingAmazing gameplay and phenomenal graphics. This installment of the Need for Speed franchise is a beauty. We finally have a storyline that is semi-intriguing and rather enjoyable. The map has nice variety and the online racing is extremely fun. The customization is also top-notch and the wrap editor makes your car distinguishable from others. The game is enjoyable with friends and sharing your creation makes the game even better.… Expand
  22. Eric_Christy
    Dec 19, 2015
    9
    an amazing reboot of the broken series, this is what most need for speed fans want.

    -Pros : Lots of Customization options, amazing graphics, a good storyline, nice driving physics unlike the previous games made by criterion, and cops are not highly aggressive towards the player.
    -Cons : always online, rubberbanding AI
  23. VertexEspada
    May 15, 2016
    8
    Certainly not the worst game in the series, but had the potential to be so much more. However, this is a BIG improvement from Rivals. Online play is fun and not demanding like Rivals was. The levelling system keeps you pushing for the next level all the time too. If you're disappointed in the latest works from the NFS team, this may put that smile back on your face!
  24. mad_max
    Nov 4, 2015
    10
    Love the customization, I've been missing this feature from the latest NFS games. Graphics are amazing on the console, love the night environment. Fair amount of cars, hopefully we will get constant updates with new models, preferably free updates.
  25. VexyR
    Nov 6, 2015
    10
    Finally a good nfs..Les graphics are top , ditto for the gameplay, it was not my mind early in the game but after that my car custom improved rapidly and it's very enjoyable!
  26. lizpie
    Feb 10, 2016
    10
    I LOVE this game! Not worth the low scores at all. At first I was very against the always online, but it has not proven to be an issue for me. I don't have PS Subscriptions so just play on my own and I've never been dropped. I don't have the best internet, but what I have is good enough for the game. There is nothing I would change about this game - it's full of races, different types, youI LOVE this game! Not worth the low scores at all. At first I was very against the always online, but it has not proven to be an issue for me. I don't have PS Subscriptions so just play on my own and I've never been dropped. I don't have the best internet, but what I have is good enough for the game. There is nothing I would change about this game - it's full of races, different types, you can redo the races and the graphics is awesome! The story is also entertaining. The only slightly annoying thing is how cars magickly cross your path just before the finishing line lol… Expand
  27. player99
    Jan 3, 2016
    9
    This game is a great reboot for the series. It looks great and feels great. There are NO in-game purchases. The game has pretty much content: A career mode, online multiplayer, much collectables around the city and daily challenges. The game has rich visual and performance customization, although some cars can hardly be customized visually. You can also tune your handling the way you like.This game is a great reboot for the series. It looks great and feels great. There are NO in-game purchases. The game has pretty much content: A career mode, online multiplayer, much collectables around the city and daily challenges. The game has rich visual and performance customization, although some cars can hardly be customized visually. You can also tune your handling the way you like. The game isn't perfect though: It requires an internet connection, and can't be paused, not even during a race. Also one another thing that I found tedious, is that how ''lame'' the cops can be, this is really frustrating especially when completing the ''outlaw'' missions. I really enjoyed this game and I think that this is what the next NFS games should be. I recommend this game to everyone who like to play arcade racing games with open world, online multiplayer and car customization.… Expand
  28. RIOR
    Nov 5, 2015
    9
    Its very simple, i don´t need much words to describe this new Need for Speed game, is just a game this franchise deserve a long time.
    Nice Graphics, good gameplay, fun , and a good history.
    Awesome racing game!
    Much recomended.
  29. House-Manager
    Nov 5, 2015
    9
    I havent actually had any issue at all with rubberbanding in this game as some have mentioned, in the easy/medium races i usually blow away everyone else, getting to the point where i cant even see persuing cars on the mini map. In the hard races if i make a big mistake i will usually get passed, the game is very straight forward and easy to play in that respect. I've found the handling toI havent actually had any issue at all with rubberbanding in this game as some have mentioned, in the easy/medium races i usually blow away everyone else, getting to the point where i cant even see persuing cars on the mini map. In the hard races if i make a big mistake i will usually get passed, the game is very straight forward and easy to play in that respect. I've found the handling to be a bit touchy but once you find your frove its fantastic. As mentioned before customization is fantastic. I wish there were more cars to choose from but otherwise i love the game. My biggest issues with the game would have to be lack of daytime, no pausing, and that its always raining (would like a more dynamic weather system). I like the idea of the city beong populated with real drivers, but there should be an option to turn that off. If you can get past those fairly minor hiccups the game is fantastic.… Expand
  30. OliverRC
    Nov 9, 2015
    8
    As someone who is an avid car fan, regular reader of Speedhunters and love for JDM car culture I am thoroughly enjoying the game. It's not perfect but a really great addition to the series with some seriously cool cars and customizations.

    The goods: The graphics, cars, and modding is excellent. While the drifting is difficult at first it becomes very rewarding when you turn off "Drift    As someone who is an avid car fan, regular reader of Speedhunters and love for JDM car culture I am thoroughly enjoying the game. It's not perfect but a really great addition to the series with some seriously cool cars and customizations.

    The goods:
    The graphics, cars, and modding is excellent. While the drifting is difficult at first it becomes very rewarding when you turn off "Drift Stability Assist" and get the hang of the throttle control.

    I've spent hours visually customizing the cars which, to me is a huge portion of the enjoyment.
    The way the FMV's augment your rides into the scenes are also excellently done.

    The bad:
    Collision detection seems really off at times. Available parts for cars seems very arbitrary at times and there are not always the options that should be there. For example no tail or headlights for a BRZ when in the real world there tons of choices! Some cars have limited customisation like an R32 GTR!

    General points:
    The AI can be questionable but I can see they try and keep the races tight so you always feel like it's a tight race, however sometimes it can be a little annoying being overtake at 360km/h by a 180SX.

    Always online... who cars, I never really see other players, they don't bug me and I am online anyway to sign into PSN.

    Advice:
    If you get it turn Drift Stability Assist off!!! The system is totally rubbish and it feels like you are constantly wrestling with the games taking over the input.

    To Ghost Games:
    I feel like you did rush this a little to get it out. It'd have been nice for you to add some polish to some of the details. I hope that you will be patching the game to sort out some small issues:
    * pop-spawning npc vehicles
    * being able to view car while changing rims,
    * relax the "ai catchup" or rubberbanding
    * make the list of mods more consistent across cars
    * mirror left and right decals
    * decal editor seems kinda hard to use
    * tone down or provide options for steering input. Sometimes it feels like the game is controlling the car not me. I'd almost like a "raw input" mode.    … Expand
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66

Mixed or average reviews - based on 69 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 69
  2. Mixed: 38 out of 69
  3. Negative: 4 out of 69
  1. GameOver.gr
    Jan 20, 2016
    70
    Need for Speed is a well-wrought game, full of interesting features, albeit without many fresh ideas. However, it is prone to deliver most of the gamers in the uncomfortable arms of boredom sooner than later, although it is bound to satisfy the hardcore fans.
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  2. CD-Action
    Jan 12, 2016
    55
    The latest Need for Speed feels old in every aspect. The driving model, the AI, the story and the characters, the environments – all of it is simply poor. [13/2015, p.68]
  3. Pelit (Finland)
    Jan 4, 2016
    69
    Need for Speed’s decent feel of driving and nice tuning options don’t amount to much when coupled with harsh rubber banding, boring environments and a terrible forced story mode. [Dec 2015]
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