Need for Speed Unbound
What to Know
Average Score
- November 29, 2022
- Criterion Games
- Action, Racing
Critics Consensus
- In-Game Purchases
- Users Interact
- November 29, 2022
- Action, Racing
- In-Game Purchases
- Users Interact
Critics Consensus
# Reviews: 32
Need for Speed Unbound nails what it sets out to do and is one of the better racing experiences of the year - its a beautiful game that doesn't sacrifice style for substance.
Rate and Review
Critic Reviews for Need for Speed Unbound
Critic Reviews
Distribution
32
Reviews
Need for Speed Unbound delights with a vibrant new art style and some exciting arcade racing, but familiar issues are as frustrating as an inopportune oil slick.
Need for Speed Unbound feels like a breath of fresh air. The arcade-style racing has seen quite a significant improvement from its predecessor, and the game’s general styles and sensibilities definitely make it one of the most unique-looking racing games out there. All in all, and this is weird for a Need for Speed game, but there’s little to complain about. The cars feel great to drive in, and just about everything looks gorgeous.
Need for Speed Unbound is unlikely to pull the franchise out from underneath the shadows of bigger, more popular racing games in 2022. But I do think it has a chance of helping the series stand out more. And regardless of if Unbound becomes a big hit or not, it’s a damn fine game with some great ideas that make every race more exciting and every upgrade feel more valuable. And it looks rad the whole time, too.
Richard Wakeling (GameSpot)
7/10 - (Read Review)
Need for Speed Unbound delights with a vibrant new art style and some exciting arcade racing, but familiar issues are as frustrating as an inopportune oil slick.
Shunal Doke (GamingBolt)
8/10 - (Read Review)
Need for Speed Unbound feels like a breath of fresh air. The arcade-style racing has seen quite a significant improvement from its predecessor, and the game’s general styles and sensibilities definitely make it one of the most unique-looking racing games out there. All in all, and this is weird for a Need for Speed game, but there’s little to complain about. The cars feel great to drive in, and just about everything looks gorgeous.
Zack Zwiezen (Kotaku)
Recommended - (Read Review)
Need for Speed Unbound is unlikely to pull the franchise out from underneath the shadows of bigger, more popular racing games in 2022. But I do think it has a chance of helping the series stand out more. And regardless of if Unbound becomes a big hit or not, it’s a damn fine game with some great ideas that make every race more exciting and every upgrade feel more valuable. And it looks rad the whole time, too.
Game Info
Race against time, outsmart the cops, and take on weekly qualifiers to reach The Grand, Lakeshore’s ultimate street racing challenge. Pack your garage with precision-tuned, custom rides and light up the streets with your style, exclusive fits, and a vibrant global soundtrack that bumps in every corner of the world.
RELEASE DATES:
DEVELOPER(S):
- Criterion Games
PUBLISHER(S):
- Electronic Arts
GENRES:
- Action, Racing
SERIES/FRANCHISE:
- Need for Speed
GAME MODES:
- Multiplayer, Single player
GAME ENGINE:
- Frostbite
DLC:
- -
BUNDLED IN:
- -
DIRECTOR(S):
- Kieran Crimmins
PRODUCER(S):
- Danny Isaac
DESIGNER(S):
- Bill Lane
PROGRAMMER(S):
- Alex Bailey, Richard Geldard
ARTIST(S):
- Darren White
WRITER(S):
- Kristen McGorry
COMPOSER(S):
- Brodinski
GAME MODES:
- Multiplayer, Single player
GAME ENGINE:
- Frostbite
DLC:
- n/a
BUNDLED IN:
- n/a
DIRECTOR(S):
- Kieran Crimmins
PRODUCER(S):
- Danny Isaac
DESIGNER(S):
- Bill Lane
PROGRAMMER(S):
- Alex Bailey, Richard Geldard
ARTIST(S):
- Darren White
WRITER(S):
- Kristen McGorry
COMPOSER(S):
- Brodinski
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