Need for Speed™ Payback

by Ghost Games, Electronic Arts

The Developer Says...

Set in the underworld of Fortune Valley, you and your crew were divided by betrayal and reunited by revenge to take down The House, a nefarious cartel that rules the city’s casinos, criminals and cops. In this corrupt gambler’s paradise, the stakes are high and The House always wins.

Players Like...

❤ Varied Racing Disciplines

The game features a diverse range of racing disciplines, each with their own unique mechanics and challenges. In street races, players must navigate tight corners, avoid traffic, and use nitrous boosts strategically to come out on top. Drift events require players to maintain controlled slides through technical corners, racking up points based on the angle, speed, and duration of their drifts. Off-road races task players with handling their vehicle's performance and momentum through rocky paths, steep hills, and jumps. Straight-line drag races test a player's ability to time their gear shifts precisely to maximize acceleration and top speed. High-speed chases in runner missions challenge players to evade the police by weaving through traffic, hitting speed traps, and losing their pursuit before reaching the finish line.

❤ Customization and Progression

The game features an extensive customization system, allowing players to fine-tune their vehicles' performance and visual style. Players can upgrade various mechanical components, such as the engine, turbo, transmission, and suspension, using a loot-based "Speed Card" system, enabling deep, RPG-like progression. The game also offers a wealth of visual customization options, from body kits and paint schemes to neon underglow and tire smoke, enabling players to create truly unique, personalized rides.

❤ Three Distinct Protagonists

The game's story is told through the perspectives of three different protagonists, each with their own driving specialties and personalities. Ty is the quintessential street racer, excelling at high-speed chases and sprint races. Mac is the drift king, dominating the game's technical drift events with his skilled car control. Jess is the off-road specialist, thriving in the rugged, high-flying Speedcross races. Players can switch between these three characters, experiencing the narrative from multiple angles and taking advantage of their unique strengths in different racing disciplines.

❤ Adrenaline-Fueled Gameplay

At its core, the game delivers an intense, action-packed driving experience, with players constantly on the edge of their seats. Intense police chases see players weaving through traffic, narrowly avoiding collisions, and using their nitrous boosts to outrun the pursuing cops. The game is punctuated by dramatic set pieces, such as high-speed heist missions and epic car battles, that amp up the adrenaline and sense of spectacle. Many events feature a "Risk vs. Reward" mechanic, where players can choose to take greater risks for the chance of greater rewards, adding an element of strategy and excitement to the races.

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