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Need for Speed Unbound

Electronic Arts, Criterion Games
Dec 2, 2022 - PC, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, PlayStation 4
Strong

OpenCritic Rating

75

Top Critic Average

60%

Critics Recommend

IGN
7 / 10
PC Gamer
76 / 100
Eurogamer
Recommended
Metro GameCentral
6 / 10
GamesRadar+
4 / 5
Game Informer
8.5 / 10
GameSpot
7 / 10
Destructoid
8 / 10
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Need for Speed Unbound Trailers

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Need for Speed Unbound - Speed Race Gameplay

Need for Speed Unbound - Takeover Event Gameplay Trailer (ft. A$AP Rocky) thumbnail

Need for Speed Unbound - Takeover Event Gameplay Trailer (ft. A$AP Rocky)

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Need for Speed Unbound - Risk & Reward Gameplay Trailer


Need for Speed Unbound Screenshots



Critic Reviews for Need for Speed Unbound

Need for Speed Unbound hasn’t strayed very far from the fundamentals of 2019’s Heat, but its bold new animated style impresses.

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Some well-judged bold calls in both mechanics and visual direction elevate a familiar arcade racer above NFS's previous monotony.

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Criterion takes the reins once more for an arcade racer that's capable of going toe-to-toe with the all-conquering Forza Horizon.

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Metro GameCentral

GameCentral
6 / 10
Metro GameCentral

The best Need For Speed in a decade – but that says far more about the moribund state of the franchise than it does this workmanlike new entry.

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At 4K/60, Need for Speed Unbound is a clear showcase for the new generation of consoles"

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Need for Speed Unbound feels like a foundational entry for where the series could go from here. Competing across the title’s many events is a blast, and I love the juxtaposed visual aesthetics. Though some elements left me wanting, Unbound is as much fun as I’ve had with a Need for Speed title in years.

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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

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Impressive efforts with a few noticeable problems holding them back. Won't astound everyone, but is worth your time and cash.

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