Need for Speed ProStreet

 PSP
Metascore
57

Mixed or average reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 14
  3. Negative: 3 out of 14
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  1. Cheat Code Central
    92
    The roar of the engines and the squeals of the tires are almost as impressive as the graphics, even without headphones. All components mesh together like a finely tuned machine.
  2. GameZone
    85
    Need for Speed ProStreet grasped a hold of me and has yet to let go. The game is engaging, competitive, and challenging. Each car is suitable for the game, and every time I unlock a new one, I feel a desperate need to test it out.
  3. GamesRadar+
    80
    Cutting straight to the chase, instead of driving aimlessly in search of an event miles away, was good for consoles, and it’s all the better here on the PSP.
  5. Pocket Gamer UK
    70
    ProStreet might be a little late out of the development garage, but that doesn't keep it from crossing the finish line in greatly playable form.
  6. Game Chronicles
    70
    ProStreet has a simple and no frills line to racing but does offer enough of a variety and change from one race to the next to keep you on your toes and feet to the pedals.
  7. 1UP
    65
    Need For Speed: ProStreet is definitely not without wrinkles. That said, good drivers will be able to find ways around the quirks, both on the track and off. It all depends on whether you're looking for a quickie thrill or a more involving challenge.
  8. Games Master UK
    54
    Nasty motion blur and a dismal career mode. It offers little to NFS fans. [May 2008, p.82]
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  9. MEGamers
    51
    A complete disappointment.
  10. IGN
    50
    Need for Speed ProStreet does very little right on the PSP. If you're in dire need of a racing game, it'll do the job, but there are many more racing titles on the system that are much, much better.
  11. Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    50
    Despite these impressive visuals, ProStreet doesn't quite pull off the all-important sense-of-speed factor. [May 2008, p.83]
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  12. Hardcore Gamer
    50
    Even without the police chases and the breathtaking scenery, ProStreet could have been a great game. Instead, it’s a competent but not particularly interesting racing title that will constantly leave you wishing that you were playing a console version instead.
  13. GameSpot
    40
    The Need for Speed series takes a giant step backward with ProStreet for the PSP.
  14. Gaming Age
    33
    A watered down, inferior version of a racing title that easily outclassed by other games in the genre on PSP. Avoid this one folks, there's no fun to be found here.
  15. Eurogamer
    30
    It's dull, it's lacklustre, and it entirely betrays the series' name by having no perceptible sense of speed.

Awards & Rankings

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#40 Best PSP Game of 2008
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#8 Most Discussed PSP Game of 2008
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#36 Most Shared PSP Game of 2008

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User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 38 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 38
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 38
  3. Negative: 7 out of 38
  1. denlunar
    Oct 7, 2022
    10
    One of the best game in Need For Speed franchise. All game features is amazing. I am still play this game. Totally worth to buy this evenOne of the best game in Need For Speed franchise. All game features is amazing. I am still play this game. Totally worth to buy this even today. I'm rate this 10/10… Full Review »
  2. putinzdohne
    Oct 7, 2022
    10
    When it comes down to it, Need for Speed Pro Street is a racing game that’s focus is entirely on one thing: racing. There are no cute littleWhen it comes down to it, Need for Speed Pro Street is a racing game that’s focus is entirely on one thing: racing. There are no cute little stories or “other” things to do.… Full Review »
  3. kozachenko
    Sep 30, 2022
    10
    I think that this game is brilliant. It just suffered from the inappropriate title, because that's what most people seem to be focusing on. IfI think that this game is brilliant. It just suffered from the inappropriate title, because that's what most people seem to be focusing on. If it was called "Pro Racing" or something like that, it would've been seen in a different light.
    Nonetheless, this game strikes the perfect balance between arcade and simulator. It's nice seeing a car act more realistic in a NFS game, compared to the previous titles.
    It kept the best parts of the previous games the customization options and got rid of the annoying ones the cars don't act like plastic gravity-defying chunks anymore.
    Also the graphics are very good, even today, almost in 2023, they still look beautiful on the highest settings.
    If you like arcade-simulators I strongly recommend this game    … Full Review »
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