Need for Speed™ Heat Reviews

PoS EA launcher. I don't see why a steam game needs to have EA launcher open to be able to play. Game seems fine but took me nearly 15 minutes to just launch game due to the clunky interface.

Really enjoyed the game . there are many fun activities to do and the online XP is not bad : )

graphics good, gameplay nearly good because drift in this game nearly suck for me but this game make MY CPU HOT ASF 100%( is my opinion so that title game is real for my cpu) :(((

What a terrible game. It's plagued with so many technical issues that they have proven in previous titles that they can avoid and do better. This game is a ghosting and blurring mess, even at x2 resolution scaling. This game is supposed to be newer? Yet it runs and looks worse than title that came out before it from the same franchise? What a waste of money. Play NFS: Hot Pursuit. Even NFS 2015 was better.

Funny how EA abandoned this game, despite it being one of the best modern NFS games. Even so, Heat is the perfect blend of casual racing and sweat lord racing. Drive during the day to get money, collectibles, relax and test cars or drive during the night for reputation and adrenaline pumping cop chases. Cop chases become extra interesting if you're planning on doing the high heat races and banking the new upgrades without getting busted. Honestly, this game is a must play if you love arcade racing games. A real shame it was not supported further with extra content by EA, despite it having an active player base and community around it.

[h1]Great NFS[/h1] - Buy it, when it's on sale. 70€ are ridiculous [h3]Gameplay[/h3] Fun arcade racer. Lots of nice cars, ranging from vintage cars to supercars. Many types of races (sprints, offroad, drifting etc.). Great tuning and customization. 10/10 [h3]Story[/h3] The story is pretty good and engaging for a racing game. [h3]Achievements[/h3] Acheviements are fun to strive for and guide you through the game. Story, collectibles, tuning and some challenges. 100% completion took me 38 hours.

I'll have to SADLY not recommended it to people who still haven't bought or tried the game just for your own good, it's definitely up to you whether you still wanna buy it or not but theres better choices like Forza, Unbound, Burnout and others. but here's my Pro and Cons; PRO -Game definitely does have quality, beautiful environments too -Game gets you addicted and engaged to the races if you probably like other arcade racing games like Forza and others. -Solid car lists -I'd say 6.5/10 storyline, if you can handle cringy dialogues go listen to the story of the game. -Game definitely runs well on low-mid end PCs and still look a bit okay (playable and manageable). -As I'm writing this, the total size is 34.4GB which is surprising for a open world game. -Just like other NFS Games, it's friendly with keyboard players, so you can compete with controller players. -They don't ban you for using glitches/exploit to farm money. -The playerbase are friendly CONS -Game forces you to use EA Origin Launcher which is already pretty controversial especially if you're a steam users. -Game cloud data sometime work sometime doesnt, so theres likely a chance for you to just randomly get a corrupted data progress and got reseted by EA for some odd reason despite theres "cloud data" -Like others NFS games, the ol' classic outrageous rubberbanding AI -NPC that roams the open world for some reason spawns quicker if you're driving on the wrong side of the road, and NPC likes to suddenly brake on purpose in the middle of the road just to ruin your races, just like GTA 5, I'd say it's best if you want to enjoy races or just dont wanna faces annoying NPC just go play solo/offline mode because the NPC behaviour are not that crazy. -EA abandon this game soooo quickly so yeah no QOL updates, not even a couple DLCs, they are focused on NFS Unbound. -You hate Need for Speed (2015) for it's weird and glitchy af handling? yeah that also exist in this game hence why people prefer to mod Heat. -The open world map is too flat if you do pay attention, and bad design for its already horrible handling so good luck lmao -The meta cars are not what you are expecting, so you might see a Mr. Bean car passing a mclaren/lamborghini. -Drift barely working the way you were hoping -You cant have revenge on the police just by ramming, you just have to outsmart either by going for stunts or just dont go too fast? -Sadly doesn't let you find a specific user that made a good wrap (who knows its your friend?), you're stuck with popular wraps. -No wraps with specific keyword, so yeah good luck trying to find a wrap that you actually liked lol or you just have to draw/design it yourself -too much NSFW wraps (no moderation) -Deluxe edition gives you 4 free cars to progress quicker, but the rep requirements are so bad, by the time you reached that level you probably already have spend too much on your primary car or just better performance. -Deluxe cars doesn't have customization 0/10 -Story are waaaaay too short -Heat 3/5 Races are so unfair for some odd reason. It's like your opponent is Wonder Of U smfh

[h2] Game is 100%'d at time of this review. [/h2] [b] 3.5/10 [/b] Nothing to say about this game. Not that fun, basically boring. Least exciting racing game I've played probably. The drifting is the best part of the game (specifically in the RSR). The cops are tanks and OP, the way your car upgrades to be 100x better than all other racers youre racing against makes races not very challenging. The "challenge" comes from the activities and annoying ass cars getting in your way, or your car not controlling the way you tell it to It struggles to know what left or right means at times. The story is boring and pointless, the dialogue is cringe and is as if a 40 year old trying to be cool wrote it. Its just not a good fit for what it is. No point in the open world aspect or other stuff either. Just let me race, pick cool cars, upgrade the parts, and have fun. This just felt tedious to get through more than anything. About 9 hours~ of this was strictly going around for activities/collectables too. Also the insanely shrill tire screech sound of the cops if you have music on is ridiculous. Glad it stopped when I turned music off to not get my VODs muted. To clarify, I only bought and 100%'d the achievements in this game because it was 90% off, and because I had 2 achievements counting towards my AGCR due to a free weekend. (Getting 100% achievements in this game bumped my AGCR up 2%, from 73%-75%). Selling the "key to the map" for $5 is absurd too... imagine Batman Arkham series selling the riddler trophy locations... yeah its basically that. Got it for 50% off, but still feel scammed over it. Did not live up to my nostalgia of NFS.

[h1]Need for Speed Heat — Street Racing Reignited[/h1] [h2]Rating: ★★★★★[/h2] [i]A bold return to form for the NFS franchise, Heat captures the thrill of street racing with high-stakes action, deep customization, and a vibrant day-night cycle.[/i] Need for Speed Heat blends classic street racing culture with modern visuals and tight arcade-style gameplay. It’s a title that understands what makes street racing exhilarating — danger, expression, and pure speed. [hr] [h2]Gameplay and Driving[/h2] NFS Heat strikes a satisfying balance between accessibility and intensity. • Responsive arcade handling with strong drift mechanics • Day/Night cycle: legal races by day, illegal street events by night • Police chases escalate dynamically during nighttime sessions • Risk-reward progression — earn more Rep at night, but risk losing it all if busted While not simulation-grade, the handling is fun and energetic — though certain car classes can feel floaty at times. [hr] [h2]Customization and Cars[/h2] Vehicle customization is a highlight of Heat. • Deep visual customization: body kits, wraps, neons, exhaust tones • Performance tuning: engine swaps, suspension, ECU, and more • Over 120 licensed cars from major manufacturers • Style and performance customization feel meaningful and rewarding This is the most robust customization system the franchise has seen in years. [hr] [h2]World and Atmosphere[/h2] Palm City offers a vibrant, neon-lit playground inspired by Miami. • Open-world map with diverse biomes: city, swamps, highways, and mountains • Day: clean visuals, sanctioned racing events • Night: neon glow, aggressive cops, outlaw energy • Dynamic weather adds depth to exploration The city feels alive, even if it lacks the density or emergent gameplay of larger open-world titles. [hr] [h2]Progression and Economy[/h2] • Earn money during the day, Rep at night • Unlock upgrades, vehicles, and story missions • Heat level adds tension — higher heat = more cops, more Rep if you survive • Some grind is present in late-game progression, especially without online races Heat respects your time better than previous NFS titles but still walks the line between grind and reward. [hr] [h2]Presentation and Audio[/h2] • Sleek, neon-drenched visuals • High-fidelity car models and effects • Licensed soundtrack featuring hip-hop, electronic, and Latin tracks • Police radio chatter adds tension during pursuits While the voice acting in the story is hit-or-miss, the overall presentation is stylish and sharp. [hr] [h2]Conclusion[/h2] [b]Pros:[/b] ✔ Thrilling street racing mechanics ✔ Outstanding car and visual customization ✔ Engaging day-night progression system ✔ Gorgeous world with strong visual identity [b]Cons:[/b] ✘ Shallow story and forgettable characters ✘ Occasional AI rubberbanding ✘ Late-game grind without multiplayer friends [b]Summary:[/b] Need for Speed Heat revitalizes the series with its unapologetic focus on street racing, player expression, and police chases. While not flawless, it delivers a stylish, high-octane experience that feels like a worthy successor to Underground and Most Wanted.

Currently doest start at all, did a verify files and reinstalled ... still wont launch even in the EA launcher ... garbage