Need for Speed

 PlayStation 4
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6.9

Mixed or average reviews- based on 1355 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 325 out of 1355
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  1. 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
  2. DoMania
    Dec 12, 2015
    10
    Trust me If You Play It For one Time You Will Open It Again And Again I can't Stop thinking about it because My Volvo Make This game A pleasure Best Arcade racing Over Here And trust me The Fun never stop Because You can stop playing it for 1-3 Hour and you comeback to it again Loop never end Love My dear Nakai !
  3. 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!!!
  4. kokostya
    Dec 15, 2020
    10
    -0,0000001 for not disabling radio while engine is turned off and that annoying blue track over the road, but game is close to perfect. REALLY LOVE IT. It’s really strange, that their next games become more cheap, empty, and stupid... can’t get it. EA, WHY?!!!?
  5. optimus2primex
    Nov 6, 2015
    10
    IMO the game feels awesome and I honestly don't know why is everyone b*tching about it.
    .............................................................
  6. 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
  7. 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.
  8. tampadude
    Nov 6, 2015
    10
    Not sure why some are giving this game bad reviews. So far it is fun and absolutely gorgeous looking. Funny how people are complaining about the open world. Apparently they never played Rivals and or Grand Theft Auto etc. It is an arcade racing game that has many customizations when it come to controls. Who could ask for more? Elements of The Crew but with much better cut scenes, visualsNot sure why some are giving this game bad reviews. So far it is fun and absolutely gorgeous looking. Funny how people are complaining about the open world. Apparently they never played Rivals and or Grand Theft Auto etc. It is an arcade racing game that has many customizations when it come to controls. Who could ask for more? Elements of The Crew but with much better cut scenes, visuals and options.… Expand
  9. Lilmanike
    Nov 14, 2016
    10
    Ghost games did impressive with the game. The visuals look almost realistic with the car models, cop chases are more reasonable, and customization is back in a big way. However there are minor fps drops which are really not as impactful and the game is indeed online but there is not much issues other than my internet.

    The game uses FMV (Full Motion Video) for the Cutscenes even though    Ghost games did impressive with the game. The visuals look almost realistic with the car models, cop chases are more reasonable, and customization is back in a big way. However there are minor fps drops which are really not as impactful and the game is indeed online but there is not much issues other than my internet.

    The game uses FMV (Full Motion Video) for the Cutscenes even though they are corny but they were never meant to be serious. You can sometimes understand what there intentions are. The FMV Cutscenes are also meant to be for mission expansion.

    A.I. rubber banding is indeed involved with the game. The A.I. cars meant to keep up at your speed so if you want to play with a crappy Volvo, you may possibly win a race.

    Missions are straight forward. Sprints, Circuits, Time Trials, Drift Trials, Drift Races, Gymkhanas.

    The game is online and I am somewhat disappointed since sometimes my internet just can't handle it sometimes.

    Eddie is in the game as well and you can earn his car for free if you beat him. Manual transmission is back and even though I dont use it, I'm pretty sure would love to use it.

    Customization is outstanding. You can customize the front bumpers, back bumpers, body kits, side skirts, rims, tire treads, exhaust tips, bonnet hoods, splitters, trunk lids, diffusers, front fenders, back fenders, headlights, backlights, window tint, color, vinyls, preset wraps, and soon to come "neon lights".
    Customization is the most realistic kind, only with aftermarket brands. Some cars have lots of customization, some have little, and a little have not at all. There are 53 cars in the game but the objective of the cars is perfecting not collecting. The cars also are built inside the game. Your customized car can be in the cutscene.

    The career is split into 5 ways to play. Speed, Style, Build, Crew, Outlaw. The main elements in Need For Speed. With real life icons and actors who look up to these people.

    Police chases are not as aggressive as what was in NFS Rivals but more fairer, less buggy and more playable. Roadblocks, spike strips, and the actual cruisers feel more realistic and fun. Some roadblock slow you down but you still pass them, while roadblocks made with cement blocks and rhino units are impossible to pass unless you find an extra road. The pursuit levels come into 5 levels. You can simply pay a fine and get the pursuit over with but that's not as fun. You need to pester them enough in order to get on with the pursuit. While starting in a pursuit, you are chased by 1 cop, but overtime you will be chased by a few more. The largest amount I've seen was 7 and trust me cops aren't as easy to get ride of at a decently customized ride. Unlike other games where is easy to destroy some low level cars, trying to do that is almost impossible. Just don't try to take 'em out you may get busted.

    Pros:
    Surreal Graphics
    Awesome racing
    Simple story line
    Easy to learn hard to master
    The ultimate return
    Amazing sounds

    Cons:
    Internet Problems    … Expand
  10. 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
  11. 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
  12. 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!
  13. 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
  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. 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!
  16. 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.
  17. 8YearOldReviews
    Nov 4, 2015
    10
    This game is amayzing cus it is a ned for sped game and has good grafix so 10/10 ign lololololololol so tru, peepl hoo rate 2/10 are bad cus thsi game is gud even tho I dont have it yet lolololol
  18. 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!
  19. DynamoHotRun
    Nov 11, 2015
    10
    It isn't a 10 game, but i think it isn't a 7 game. The cars are very cool, a great selection. My favourite (the AE86) is in the game too. the races are cool and mixed, you never get bored of racing in NFS.
  20. creepyassassin
    Feb 15, 2016
    10
    This game is absolutely amazing. The sounds and in-game music are incredible. The graphics are nothing less. And the customization... You can build your own baby according to your interest. This game should be titled Underground 3 for **** sake! Really brings the joy of Underground and Underground 2 and even Most Wanted(2005) from my childhood. The night time of the city, the rainy weatherThis game is absolutely amazing. The sounds and in-game music are incredible. The graphics are nothing less. And the customization... You can build your own baby according to your interest. This game should be titled Underground 3 for **** sake! Really brings the joy of Underground and Underground 2 and even Most Wanted(2005) from my childhood. The night time of the city, the rainy weather all that put in to make this amazing game. Good job EA! This is like a fresh oxygen after staying in a room full of carbondioxide(I meant the previous Need for Speed games) I hope they will stay in this track for their next game.… Expand
  21. aleesshq
    Mar 13, 2016
    10
    Excellent race. It's a new NFS. The story is excellent. System height control. And what is the drift, it is necessary to try. Hopefully there will be many more machines and what a great continuation of the story
  22. Galeafeend
    Oct 9, 2016
    10
    The city of Ventura Bay is a beautiful local. There are tons of places to explore on the map and each section of the city feels unique and vibrant to explore.
  23. erfanazim
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
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  24. entirelyUnorig
    Jan 7, 2017
    10
    Heya, just want to say that I'm loving this game. I was a huge fan of the NFSU series, they were NFS to me so I get those who were more fans of the Hot Pursuit/Most Wanted style series not liking it. But for me personally this has been ticking every single NFSU box so far (even the cheesy/terrible storyline).
    This really is the successor to the Underground games I've wanted for the    Heya, just want to say that I'm loving this game. I was a huge fan of the NFSU series, they were NFS to me so I get those who were more fans of the Hot Pursuit/Most Wanted style series not liking it. But for me personally this has been ticking every single NFSU box so far (even the cheesy/terrible storyline).
    This really is the successor to the Underground games I've wanted for the longest time. 10/10 from me, even if there's not another underground style game for another 10 years I'll be happy knowing I've got this to come back to rather than the really graphically dated NFSU games.
    Just among all the complaints and poor reviews I thought I'd throw this out there as I was really on the fence about even trying it after reading them. But really, for anyone not sure but considering it, if you were a big fan of the NFSU games I really recommend not missing this one.
    i5 2500k and gtx750 and it runs quite well on low with TAA (still pretty) and no bugs so far with this hardware for reference.    … Expand
  25. Lonit
    Sep 16, 2019
    10
    *the* best racing game out there, even to date. It realy does everything righ, the soundtrack, the atmosphere, the handling, customisation, the cast, which in classic need for speed fashion, can't be too serious, the story is pretty good, fits the game and competing with the Pros from the scene feels amazing
    It also has NO micro transactions or lootboxes
  26. RussianSteamix
    Feb 19, 2020
    10
    В целом игра понравилась. Конечно, мне в этой игре не нравится: постоянное подключение к сети, нельзя ставить игру на паузу, небольшое количество машин. Но ... У этой игры много достоинств: красивая графика, интересный сюжет, хороший тюнинг и открытый мир. А также ночь. Было бы весело, если бы еще был день, но ничего страшного. В итоге игра мне очень понравилась и я могу ееВ целом игра понравилась. Конечно, мне в этой игре не нравится: постоянное подключение к сети, нельзя ставить игру на паузу, небольшое количество машин. Но ... У этой игры много достоинств: красивая графика, интересный сюжет, хороший тюнинг и открытый мир. А также ночь. Было бы весело, если бы еще был день, но ничего страшного. В итоге игра мне очень понравилась и я могу ее рекомендовать.… Expand
  27. slowzer49
    Sep 5, 2019
    10
    Для меня это лучшая NFS. Обожаю катсцены, снятые с реальными героями. Жаль их со времён Undercover не использовали. Отличный сюжет и геймплей. Так держать, Ghost! Надеюсь Heat не подведёт.
  28. Lonitx
    Dec 2, 2019
    10
    hands down the best need for speed ever released, the story, the customisation, the setting, the mood, the soundtrack everything was perfect.
    I so wish ea made another one like this, with the icons a bit more involved.
  29. Nemuverus
    Feb 29, 2020
    10
    Лучшая NFS за последние годы. Игру не справедливо оценили. 9/10 - её оценка. Рекомендую.
  30. HeroIsHere
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Love the game, atmosphere is like Underground 2, soundtrack and graphics are great!
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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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