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8.7 out of 10

Need for Speed: Shift

 

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  • User Score (324)
    8.3 8.3 from 324 reviewers
  • Expert Score (141)
    8.0 8.0 from 141 reviewers
  • Value for money (11)
    8.3 8.3 from 11 reviewers
  • Features (3)
    7.8 7.8 from 3 reviewers
  • Sound quality (5)
    8.1 8.1 from 5 reviewers
  • Gameplay (58)
    8.7 8.7 from 58 reviewers
  • Graphics (57)
    9.3 9.3 from 57 reviewers
  • Sound (46)
    9.3 9.3 from 46 reviewers
  • Storyline (7)
    7.8 7.8 from 7 reviewers
  • Multiplayer (25)
    8.4 8.4 from 25 reviewers
  • Control (14)
    8.9 8.9 from 14 reviewers
  • Lifespan (4)
    9.2 9.2 from 4 reviewers
  • Overall quality (3)
    7.1 7.1 from 3 reviewers
  • Playability (2)
    8.3 8.3 from 2 reviewers
  • Appearance (2)
    9.6 9.6 from 2 reviewers
  • Replay value (4)
    8.9 8.9 from 4 reviewers
  • Singleplayer (3)
    9.4 9.4 from 3 reviewers
  • Game depth (2)
    8.5 8.5 from 2 reviewers
  • Funfactor (2)
    9.5 9.5 from 2 reviewers
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7-8
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5-6
(8)
3-4
(2)
1-2
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Users:
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7-8
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5-6
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3-4
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  • Expert Reviews

  1. PlayDevil

    PlayDevil
    8.2/10
    26 April 2011

    "Shift 2 Unleashed" is a really inconsistent game that troubles me. Some races I want to give the game a 10; it can be a resounding triumph that simulates what being in an actual race would be like. Read more

    • Night races, Great feel of racing, Lots to do
    • Loads of oversteer, Graphical inconsistencies, Pretty hard

  2. ActionTrip

    7.8/10
    6 April 2011

    The improvements made since the first Shift game are obvious, with some tweaks made in the AI and a more interesting Career mode this time around. Read more

    • Shift 2 can be a decent experience for gamers who are looking for a combo of realistic and arcade style racing, the game challenges you to make an effort with each race and rewards you for making proper maneuvers on the tr...
    • A few wierd visual bugs, handling feels wobbly and almost erratic when driving some of the more powerful cars, oh and I'd sooner play NFS: Hot Pursuit (yes, I know they are meant to be different racing experiences), becaus...

  3. Bright Hub

    Bright Hub
    8.7/10
    13 November 2010

    Need for Speed: Shift offers great play value through its immersive online gladiator-like battle mode called Duel Driver Championship, but does the single play mode provide similar gameplay value? Read more

  4. ztgd.com

    8.9/10
    26 January 2011

    The need to own this game has finally returned. The Need for Speed series has gone through many incarnations over the years. Read more

    • + Gorgeous visuals, + Great sense of speed, + Excellent balance, + Dashboard camera
    • Online feels minimal, Career mode could use more substance

  5. Hooked Gamers

    Hooked Gamers
    9.0/10
    19 June 2010

    This game is what racing fans have always wanted out of Forza and Gran Turismo . As great as both titles are, they are – for the most part – driving simulators. Read more

    • Incredible track effects and damage model, tight mechanics, the Helmet Cam should be the new standard.
    • Only 145 cars, no split-screen, no free play, minor graphics issues.

  6. talkxbox

    talkxbox
    8.0/10
    24 September 2010

    The last couple Need for Speed games haven’t exactly been what one would call stellar. After the pathetic quality of Pro Street and Undercover, most Read more

    • Intense racing action, Stimulating cockpit view, All events aren't required, Brings the series back on-track
    • Poor racing AI, Online and customization lacking, Tuning glitch impairs gameplay, High learning curve for drifting

  7. Xbox Evolved

    8.7/10
    23 September 2009

    All in all, Need for Speed: Shift is proof that you can't please the masses by compromising between different sub-genres of games. The game gets close(r) to a balance of simulation and arcade at times, but mashes the edges... Read more

    • Amazing Visuals, Great Leap for the NFS Series, Great Cockpit View.
    • Soundtrack, Difficulty, Too many variations in the NFS franchise.

  8. Operation Sports

    9.0/10
    16 September 2009

    is the latest entry in the long-running racing series from Electronic Arts (EA). After a number of recent games in the series that were less than well received, EA decided to transfer development duties to Slightly Mad...

    • Driving experience is phenomenal., Career mode never gets old., Complete car customization.
    • No tutorial for drifting., No split-screen multiplayer., Little incentive to buy more cars.

  9. GamePro.com

    GamePro.com
    8.0/10
    29 March 2011

    The more serious side of the Need for Speed franchise is rolled out for its second run. Jaz Rignall gets under the hood. Read more

    • Exciting racing action. Very dynamic visual presentation. Excellent car customization options. Fun, once you get the game set up right for you. Autolog adds replay value.

  10. VideoGamer.com

    9.0/10
    8 May 2010

    If you're a serious fan of the genre, know that Shift 2 does several things better than anything else on the market right now, which makes it an essential purchase. Read more

    • Autolog integration is fantastic, Cockpit views are gorgeous, Impressive range of cars
    • No rewind feature

  • User Reviews

  1. Great control and much speed fun

    Amazon
    10/10
    Reviewer: M. shevat "Alientwin", Amazon
    2 weeks ago

    Great game and lots of detailed terrain. Its easy to drive and not so simulated. You can buy sell and upgrade car easily. I need more garage space and it is very hard to get some. Read more

  2. Amazing NFS

    Newegg
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: Gamer, Newegg
    23 December 2010

    This is not really a con, but this game provides way too much races or events. This prolongs the game, however, it also makes the game have a bloated appearance. Read more

    • This Need for Speed game is awsome. It has:
    • The soundtrack is scimpy. Races sometimes get way too difficult.

  3. great game for the kids

    Overstock
    10/10
    Reviewer: horsebabyhehe, Overstock
    9 January 2012

    the 9 and 12 year old love the game and are trying to teach the 3 y/o how to race. she's actually pretty good as long as big brother is steering ;) Read more

  4. Most definitely surprised

    Target
    10/10
    Reviewer: Rashaud D. Buehler, Target
    28 June 2011

    I wasn't expected the professional style of gameplay at all when I first started it but as I continued to race, the game sort of grew on me. Before this style, I actually hated this type of racing but now I actually like it. Read more

  5. i would buy it over and over again

    J&R
    10/10
    Reviewer: go gators, J&R
    22 September 2009

    best game ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Read more

    • Challenging, Easy to learn, Fun To Play, Graphics, Great Sound, Kid Appropriate, Multiplayer

  6. awesome Need For Speed game!!!

    Ebay
    10/10
    Reviewer: ksbelmont, Ebay
    14 March 2011

    since I've played the demo, I thought that I want to buy the game, because i couldn't get enough with the only 2 tracks that the demo offers. Read more

  7. Do you have a need for speed?

    8.0/10
    Reviewer: niicola--ox, Ciao
    27 October 2010

    I feel this is a good game for all you x-boxers out there. It has good, detailed graphics that look somewhat realsitic. As far as racing games go i have to say this is one of the better. Read more

    • Good graphics, good choice of cars to pick from.
    • Can get stuck and no way of reversing out in some situations

  8. Shift 2: Unleashed

    Reviewer: DrCroc, ActionTrip
    6 April 2011

    Nothing to say about the multiplayer ? I agree with most of the other stuff you wrote, although you can address almost all the handling issues by modifying the cars set-up after you have bought the parts that allow specific... Read more

  9. A slightly better effort than Carbon or Prostreet

    Dooyoo
    Reviewer: Stunt 101, Dooyoo
    18 April 2010

    A weird racing title which seems to encourage reckless driving despite it being a simulation. Read more

    • It's racing is solid, despite some cumbersome default handling.
    • Bland career mode, disappointing customization, driver profile system ruins online.

  10. Title: The boys love this game!

    Dell
    10/10
    Reviewer: Martens, Dell
    19 August 2011

    Our boys really enjoy this game. It was worth the money. Read more

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  • Manufacturer's Description

The critically acclaimed SHIFT franchise returns to the track to deliver the most physical racing experience to date with SHIFT 2 Unleashed.

Specifications

  • Studio
    Slightly Mad Studios
  • Genre
    Racing
  • Franchise
    Need for Speed
  • Link
    Official Site
  • Platform
    PlayStation 3 , PC Download , PC , Xbox 360

Release Date

  • First seen
    10 February 2009

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  • Help needed regarding Need For Speed Shift

    I am not a xbox owner but need to purchase a game to bring to a tradeshow that will allow two people to race against each other in a quick race and whoever has the fastest time wins....i want player to race all day and the person with the best time in the entire day wins the xbox...will this game work for me? Thanks! Jason

    (No answers yet. Write an answer!) 2010-01-04

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