The Need for Speed
PC (Microsoft Windows)3DO Interactive MultiplayerDOSPlayStation

The Need for Speed

72
Critic Rating
#Racing

About

Welcome to The Need For Speed racing game. Here you'll find spine-tingling action coupled with awesome graphics. As you race down an alpine road in your choice of eight high performance cars, you'll be amazed by the detail and realism. The sophisticated physics model recreates the feel of the cars themselves; you'll notice the difference in handling, breaking and just plain power. Plan your strategy for each track, there are six to choose from during regular play, and each demands a different style of driving. There's also a bonus track if you win the Tournament. There are four game modes to try, with an option to compete against another driver over a modem. With different cars, different tracks, and different styles of racing fueling your need for speed, you'll find your addiction growing to a fewer pitch. No need to worry, when you crash and burn in the game, there's always another day.

Playtime Estimates

Main Story15.9h
Main + Extra22.8h
Completionist31.5h
All Styles21.9h
Confidence: 100%Updated: 8/12/2026

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Game Info

Release Date8/31/1994
DeveloperEA Canada
PublisherElectronic Arts
PlatformsPC (Microsoft Windows), 3DO Interactive Multiplayer, DOS, PlayStation
GenresRacing, Simulator
IGDB Rating72/100 (102)

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Game Modes

Single player
Multiplayer

Themes

Action

Perspectives

First person
Third person

Release Dates

PC (Microsoft Windows)Jan 1, 1997
3DO Interactive MultiplayerAug 31, 1994
PlayStationJan 1, 1996
DOSAug 31, 1995