What’s New in Need for Speed: Shift

Electronic Arts (EA Games) has been known as the company that brought popular racing adrenaline games. One of these was Need for Speed. From their different versions in the early 90’s, it has steadfastly maintained its position as one of the entertainment companies and the most anticipated in terms of game play. Recently, they had invaded the different consoles. And Need for Speed is really marketable. A few months ago, September 15th to be exact, a new system installation was introduced. It was then marked, Need for Speed: Shift.

Perhaps at this point, you ask, why Shift? Is this way better compared to its predecessors? Are there things to consider, and even to anticipate? Together, let us find out.

Need for Speed Shift is not any game you would want to easily win. This actually does more. This is a simulation of real roads with real designs. Without a doubt, the environments are so realistic so are the cars, gears and all. It seems that EA’s tie with Slightly Mad studios had shown great progress in terms of innovation. Even decisions were smart to choose and decide what aspects are realistic and not. The controls can seem a little arcade-y, but presentation wise it’s like driving the routes in real life. This in turn induces new players for that kind of feeling and easy to handle on the higher end.

Another feature any player can look forward to in Need for Speed Shift is the inclusion of real roads in the game. Maybe you can recognize some lanes as Brands Hatch world, Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, Willow Springs National Park and Donington. These and more add up to 19 tracks available, which you can unlock and use. It may not be 100% accurate in some details, but the design of the course is delivered intact and complete.

For fans of the different cars, the new installment of Need for Speed is something you would really want for car customization is available. There is no limit as to what you can do with your chosen car. You can actually influence the alignment of cars, tires, brakes, aerodynamics, gearbox and differentials. Munch more the vehicles present are fantastic and realistic.

Various methods have been presented to the overall utilization of any player. There are options to choose for quick race and career mode. Quick Race allows you to create races and drifting events. Career mode contains several events at the racetrack. You can move slowly through the ranks to become a world class driver.

There are indeed many things that the new Need for Speed Shift can offer. These are only a handful of things that any enthusiast can definitely anticipate. Moreover, you can’t only get realistic racing but fun game as well.

Anticipating on a new racing game today? Here in PS3 Racing Games we introduced Need for Speed: Shift and the things you can look forward to.