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Need for Speed: Shift is a upcoming entry in the Need for Speed series for the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PC, and PlayStation Portable. It is said to be a "hardcore racing simulation," and a more realistic entry in the Need for Speed franchise. It will be developed by Slightly Mad Studios and overseen by Black Box producer Michael Mann and senior vice-president of EA Games Europe Patrick Soderlund. Its release date is set for September 17, 2009 in Europe and September 22, 2009 in North America. This is also marks the return of in car dash views in the Need for Speed series since [[Need for Speed: Porsche Unleashed]]. Race cars and historic cars are included in this game as well; giving it a true simulation racing game experience.
 
   
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==Camera==
 
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The upcoming game will feature a camera, and its perspective responds to G-forces, so for example, the camera will shake when turning a sharp corner, and you will feel yourself being forced back to your headrest when driving at high speeds. Turrning corners too quickly will leave you with a temporary disturbance in your vision. It will be subtle, leaving your eyes momentarily blurred and ears ringing, designed so that you take more care about the way you drive in this 2009 simulator.
 
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|developer = [[Slightly Mad Studios]]<br />EA Bright Light&nbsp;(PSP)
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|publisher = [[Electronic Arts]]
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|edition = reg
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|rel1 = Android
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|date1 = December 18, 2010
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|rel2 = Blackberry
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|date2 = October 29, 2009<br />February 3, 2011&nbsp;(3D)
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|rel3 = 360, PC, PS3, PSP
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|date3 = September 15, 2009&nbsp;(US)<br />September 18, 2009&nbsp;(EU)<br />September 24, 2009&nbsp;(AU)<br />November 12, 2009&nbsp;(JP)
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|rel4 = iOS
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|date4 = December 18, 2009<br />April 1, 2010&nbsp;(iPad)
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|rel5 = Windows Phone
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|date5 = October 28, 2009
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|rel6 = Xbox 360 (Games on Demand)
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|date6 = January 11, 2011
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|berry = y
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|android = y
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|ios = y
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|mobile = y
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|pcw = y
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|pcw2 = XP SP3, Vista SP1, 7
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|ps3 = y
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|psp = y
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|winp = y
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|360 = y
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|genre = Simulation
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|Modes = Singleplayer, Multiplayer
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|pegi = 3
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|esrb = E
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|metahi = 94
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|metalow = 69
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|video = Need for Speed Shift - Launch Trailer
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|extra = ''[[Need for Speed: Shift/Special Edition|Special Edition]]''}}
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{{splitup|''Need for Speed: Shift'', ''Need for Speed: Shift'' (Handheld), ''Need for Speed: Shift'' (Java), ''Need for Speed: Shift'' (PSP)}}
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'''''Need for Speed: Shift''''' is the thirteenth main entry in the [[Need for Speed (Series)|''Need for Speed'' series]] released for PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PC, Mobile Phones, and PlayStation Portable. It is said to be a "hardcore racing simulation" and a more realistic entry in the ''Need for Speed'' franchise.
   
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The game was developed by Slightly Mad Studios, overseen by Black Box producer Michael Mann and senior vice-president of EA Games Europe Patrick Soderlund.
==Confirmed Vehicles==
 
   
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Shift also marks the return of in car dash views in the ''Need for Speed'' series since their last appearance in ''[[Need for Speed: Porsche Unleashed]]''.
   
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Race cars and historic cars are included in this game, notably the [[Nissan Skyline 2000GT-R (C10)]], which first appeared in the special Japanese PlayStation only release of [[The Need for Speed|''Over Drivin': Skyline Memorial'']].
*2006 Aston Martin DBR9
 
*2001 Acura Integra Type R
 
*2001 Acura Integra LS
 
*2005 Acura NSX
 
*2006 Acura RSX
 
*2009 Audi R8 LMS
 
*2008 Audi R8
 
*2008 Audi RS 4
 
*2007 Audi S3
 
*2006 Audi S4
 
*2009 Audi S5
 
*2007 Audi TT 3.2 quattro
 
*1999 BMW M3 E36
 
*2003 BMW M3 E46
 
*2008 BMW M3 E92
 
*2008 BMW M6
 
*2008 BMW 135i Coupé
 
*2009 BMW M3 GT2
 
*2007 BMW Z4 M Coupé
 
*2008 Bugatti Veyron 16.4
 
*2006 Cadillac CTS-V
 
*1967 Chevrolet Camaro SS
 
*2009 Chevrolet Camaro SS
 
*1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS
 
*2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS
 
*2003 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
 
*1967 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray
 
*2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
 
*2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
 
*1971 Dodge Challenger
 
*2006 Dodge Challenger Concept
 
*1969 Dodge Charger R/T
 
*2007 Dodge Charger SRT-8 Super Bee
 
*2000 Dodge Viper Concept GTS-R
 
*2008 Dodge Viper SRT10
 
*2010 Falken Tire Ford Mustang GT
 
*2010 Ford Shelby GT500
 
*2002 Ford Focus RS
 
*2007 Ford Focus ST
 
*2006 Ford GT
 
*2003 Ford Mustang
 
*2006 Ford Mustang GT
 
*2006 Need For Speed Shelby Terlingua
 
*1996 Ford Escort RS Cosworth
 
*1999 Honda Civic CX Hatchback
 
*2006 Honda Civic Si
 
*2000 Honda S2000
 
*2003 Infiniti G35 (V35)
 
*2006 Koenigsegg CCX
 
*2001 Lamborghini Diablo
 
*2008 Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4
 
*2007 Lamborghini Murciélago LP640
 
*2007 Lamborghini Reventón
 
*2008 Lexus IS-F
 
*2006 Lexus IS350
 
*2007 Lexus LF-A Concept
 
*2006 Lotus Elise 111R
 
*2006 Lotus Europa S
 
*2007 Lotus Exige S
 
*2005 Maserati MC12 GT1
 
*2006 Mazda Speed 3
 
*2008 Mazda MX-5
 
*1995 Mazda RX-7
 
*2006 Mazda RX-8
 
*1994 McLaren F1
 
*2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG
 
*2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 722 Edition
 
*2007 Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG
 
*2009 Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG
 
*1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
 
*2008 Mitsubishi Lancer EVOLUTION
 
*2006 Mitsubishi Lancer EVOLUTION IX MR-edition
 
*1997 Nissan 200SX (S14)
 
*1989 Nissan 240SX
 
*1992 Nissan 240SX (S13)
 
*2006 Nissan 350Z (Z33)
 
*2009 Nissan 370Z (Z34)
 
*2009 Nissan GT-R SpecV (R35)
 
*2008 Nissan GT-R (R35)
 
*2000 Nissan Silvia (S15) spec.R AERO
 
*1999 Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34)
 
*1972 Nissan Skyline 2000GT-R
 
*2006 Pagani Zonda F
 
*2010 Pagani Zonda R
 
*1970 Plymouth HEMI Cuda
 
*1968 Plymouth Road Runner
 
*1965 Pontiac GTO
 
*2006 Pontiac GTO
 
*2008 Pontiac GTO
 
*2006 Pontiac Solstice GXP
 
*1998 Porsche 911 GT1
 
*2008 Porsche 911 GT2
 
*2009 Porsche 911 GT3 RSR
 
*2006 Porsche 911 GT3 RS
 
*2006 Porsche 911 Turbo
 
*2004 Porsche Carrera GT
 
*2007 Porsche Cayman S
 
*2009 Renault Megane Coupe
 
*2008 Renault Mégane RS
 
*2008 SCION tC
 
*2007 SEAT Leon CUPRA
 
*1967 Shelby GT500
 
*1999 Subaru Impreza WRX
 
*2006 Subaru Impreza WRX STi
 
*1986 Toyota Corolla GTS (AE86)
 
*1998 Toyota Supra
 
*2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
 
*2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI
 
*2006 Volkswagen Golf R32
 
   
==Gallery==
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==Gameplay==
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===Career Mode===
<gallery>
 
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[[File:NFS_Shift.jpg|200px|right|SHIFT's critically acclaimed cockpit view.]]
Image:Nfs-shift-zonda 1-342009-1.jpg
 
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The player is tasked with driving a [[BMW M3 E92]] on a two lap course of Brands Hatch at the beginning of the title.
Image:Nfs-shift-porsche 6-342009-8.jpg
 
Image:Nfs-shift-porsche 4-342009-4.jpg
 
Image:Nfs-shift-porsche 3-342009-5.jpg
 
Image:Nfs-shift-porsche 2-342009-7.jpg
 
Image:Nfs-shift-porsche 1-342009-6.jpg
 
Image:Nfs-shift-audi 4-342009-2.jpg
 
Image:Nfs-shift-audi 3-342009-3.jpg
 
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The title will suggest a difficulty level for the player depending on their performance within the Brands Hatch race. Players are allowed to change the difficulty level at any time in ''Need for Speed: Shift''. The levels distinguish themselves by driving assists and physics.
==External Links==
 
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The goal of ''Need for Speed: Shift'' is for the player to unlock the ''NFS World Tour'' event although the player is required to collect 280 stars from other events before they are allowed to enter it. Collecting stars allows the player to level up with both a [[Experience Points|Driver Level]] and driving style.
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Cars provided in the title are allocated into four tiers; Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3 and Tier 4. Tier 1 features everyday vehicles, Tier 2 features sports vehicles, Tier 3 features high performance vehicles and Tier 4 features super cars.
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Players purchase and modify their cars as they progress through the career. Players unlock greater rewards, higher performance vehicles, more difficult events and greater competition as they progress through the career.
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===Quick Race===
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The [[Quick Race|Quick Race Mode]] seen in ''Need for Speed: Shift'' is the same as in previous ''Need for Speed'' titles. Players can choose cars, tracks and settings individually. Parts are only available if they are unlocked in career mode.
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===Race Modes===
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*'''Car Battle''' - Two drivers compete with specified cars in three various race events.
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*'''Driver Duel''' - Racers face off against each other in the vehicle of their choice.
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*'''[[Drift Race]]''' - Racers compete against each other to see whom can earn the most amount of style points whilst drifting.
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*'''[[Endurance Race]]''' - Racers compete against each other along a Circuit course with a large number of laps.
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*'''[[Lap Knockout Race]]''' - The last racer to complete the lap of a course is eliminated from the race.
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*'''Time Knockout Race''' - The racer in last place is eliminated from the race once the time expired
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*'''Time Attack Events''' - The player has to beat the fastest lap record before the final lap is declared.
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*'''Manufacturer Competition''' - Two racers face off against each other in the same vehicle.
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*'''[[Tournament|Series Competition]]''' - Racers compete against each other in a tournament competition.
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*'''Circuit Race''' - Racers compete against each other along a Circuit course.
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*'''[[Time Trial]]s''' - The player must complete a set distance of a course in a specific amount of time.
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===Cockpit View===
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The game features an interior perspective that responds to G-forces that the driver of the car would be subjected to.
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===Customisation===
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[[File:Nfs-shift-porsche_6-342009-8.jpg|200px|right|Works upgraded Porsche 911 GT2.]]
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The title has a larger variety of performance tuning than visual modification.
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[[Fine-tuning]] is just as comprehensive as in ''[[Need for Speed: Underground 2]]''. The title has simplified options like steering lock and gearing adjustments for beginners and inexperienced racing simulation players. These options are listed under ''Quick Tuning''.
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Players may also use the ''Advanced Tuning'' option to fully enhance a car's performance. In this category it's possible to individually calibrate some parts of a car such as its suspension and tyre pressure.
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''Need for Speed: Shift'' also allows players to convert their 'normal' cars to full race-spec vehicles with such conversions being known as '''Works Upgrades'''. Works upgrades greatly improve every performance statistic of a car and can only be applied once a car has been sufficiently upgraded.
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==Car List==
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{{main|Need for Speed: Shift/Cars}}
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==Tracks==
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{{main|Need for Speed: Shift/Tracks}}
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==Downloadable Content==
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===Team Racing Pack===
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The '''Team Racing Pack''' was included as part of the 1.02 patch for ''Need for Speed: Shift''.
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It was released on December 1st, 2009 for the Xbox 360 and December 3rd, 2009 for the PlayStation 3 in Europe with a later release of December 10th for the PlayStation 3 in North America.
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*1967 [[Chevrolet Corvette|Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray]]
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*1967 [[Shelby GT500]]
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*1969 [[Dodge Charger|Dodge Charger R/T]]
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*1971 [[Dodge Challenger R/T]]
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*1998 [[Toyota Supra RZ (Mk4)|Toyota Supra]]
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===Ferrari Racing Series===
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The Ferrari Racing Series pack was exclusively released for the Xbox 360 with a price of 800 Microsoft Points on February 16th, 2010.
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The pack includes 10 Ferrari vehicles and 46 Ferrari only career events.
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*[[Ferrari 575 Superamerica]]
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*[[Ferrari F430#F430 Spider|Ferrari Scuderia Spider 16M]]
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*[[Ferrari California]]
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*[[Ferrari 599 GTB]]
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*[[Ferrari F430#F430 Spider|Ferrari F430 Spider]]
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*[[Ferrari F430#430 Scuderia|Ferrari F430 Scuderia]]
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*[[Ferrari F430#F430 GTC|Ferrari F430 GTC]]
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*[[Ferrari F430#F430 Challenge|Ferrari F430 Challenge]]
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*[[Ferrari F50 GT]]
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*[[Ferrari FXX]]
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===Exotic Racing Series===
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The Exotic Racing Series pack was released for the Xbox 360 with a price of 800 Microsoft Points and the PlayStation 3 on March 18th, 2010.
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The pack includes 7 cars, the Rivera race course and 50 Exotic Racing only career events.
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*[[Maserati GranTurismo S]]
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*[[BMW M1 Procar]]
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*[[Acura NSX]]
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*[[Mercedes Benz SLR McLaren|Mercedes Benz SLR McLaren Stirling Moss]]
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*[[Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione]]
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*[[Gumpert Apollo]]
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*[[McLaren MP4-12C]]
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==References==
 
*[http://www.joystiq.com/2009/03/04/joystiq-hands-on-need-for-speed-shift/ Joystiq Hands-On - Need for Speed: Shift]
 
*[http://www.joystiq.com/2009/03/04/joystiq-hands-on-need-for-speed-shift/ Joystiq Hands-On - Need for Speed: Shift]
 
*[http://ps3.ign.com/articles/959/959379p1.html IGN: Need for Speed Shifts Into Gear (Interview with Development Team)]
 
*[http://ps3.ign.com/articles/959/959379p1.html IGN: Need for Speed Shifts Into Gear (Interview with Development Team)]
 
*[http://www.gamesradar.com/xbox360/need-for-speed-shift/preview/need-for-speed-shift/a-200903031514366041/g-2009013017051883078 Gamesradar - Need for Speed SHIFT preview]
 
*[http://www.gamesradar.com/xbox360/need-for-speed-shift/preview/need-for-speed-shift/a-200903031514366041/g-2009013017051883078 Gamesradar - Need for Speed SHIFT preview]
 
*[http://www.joystiq.com/2009/03/23/need-for-speed-shift-careening-to-release-in-september/ Joystiq - Need for Speed SHIFT careening to release in September]
 
*[http://www.joystiq.com/2009/03/23/need-for-speed-shift-careening-to-release-in-september/ Joystiq - Need for Speed SHIFT careening to release in September]
 
 
*[http://ea.gamespress.com/link.asp?i=1112&r=7603&r2=5564 Complete Car Roster]
 
*[http://ea.gamespress.com/link.asp?i=1112&r=7603&r2=5564 Complete Car Roster]
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*[http://ps3.ign.com/articles/102/1023568p1.html IGN: Need for Speed Shift Review]
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Revision as of 20:33, 17 October 2019

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Splitup - This article should be split up into multiple articles.Need for Speed: Shift, Need for Speed: Shift (Handheld), Need for Speed: Shift (Java), Need for Speed: Shift (PSP)

Need for Speed: Shift is the thirteenth main entry in the Need for Speed series released for PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PC, Mobile Phones, and PlayStation Portable. It is said to be a "hardcore racing simulation" and a more realistic entry in the Need for Speed franchise.

The game was developed by Slightly Mad Studios, overseen by Black Box producer Michael Mann and senior vice-president of EA Games Europe Patrick Soderlund.

Shift also marks the return of in car dash views in the Need for Speed series since their last appearance in Need for Speed: Porsche Unleashed.

Race cars and historic cars are included in this game, notably the Nissan Skyline 2000GT-R (C10), which first appeared in the special Japanese PlayStation only release of Over Drivin': Skyline Memorial.

Gameplay

Career Mode

SHIFT's critically acclaimed cockpit view.

The player is tasked with driving a BMW M3 E92 on a two lap course of Brands Hatch at the beginning of the title.

The title will suggest a difficulty level for the player depending on their performance within the Brands Hatch race. Players are allowed to change the difficulty level at any time in Need for Speed: Shift. The levels distinguish themselves by driving assists and physics.

The goal of Need for Speed: Shift is for the player to unlock the NFS World Tour event although the player is required to collect 280 stars from other events before they are allowed to enter it. Collecting stars allows the player to level up with both a Driver Level and driving style.

Cars provided in the title are allocated into four tiers; Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3 and Tier 4. Tier 1 features everyday vehicles, Tier 2 features sports vehicles, Tier 3 features high performance vehicles and Tier 4 features super cars.

Players purchase and modify their cars as they progress through the career. Players unlock greater rewards, higher performance vehicles, more difficult events and greater competition as they progress through the career.

Quick Race

The Quick Race Mode seen in Need for Speed: Shift is the same as in previous Need for Speed titles. Players can choose cars, tracks and settings individually. Parts are only available if they are unlocked in career mode.

Race Modes

  • Car Battle - Two drivers compete with specified cars in three various race events.
  • Driver Duel - Racers face off against each other in the vehicle of their choice.
  • Drift Race - Racers compete against each other to see whom can earn the most amount of style points whilst drifting.
  • Endurance Race - Racers compete against each other along a Circuit course with a large number of laps.
  • Lap Knockout Race - The last racer to complete the lap of a course is eliminated from the race.
  • Time Knockout Race - The racer in last place is eliminated from the race once the time expired
  • Time Attack Events - The player has to beat the fastest lap record before the final lap is declared.
  • Manufacturer Competition - Two racers face off against each other in the same vehicle.
  • Series Competition - Racers compete against each other in a tournament competition.
  • Circuit Race - Racers compete against each other along a Circuit course.
  • Time Trials - The player must complete a set distance of a course in a specific amount of time.

Cockpit View

The game features an interior perspective that responds to G-forces that the driver of the car would be subjected to.

Customisation

Works upgraded Porsche 911 GT2.

The title has a larger variety of performance tuning than visual modification.

Fine-tuning is just as comprehensive as in Need for Speed: Underground 2. The title has simplified options like steering lock and gearing adjustments for beginners and inexperienced racing simulation players. These options are listed under Quick Tuning.

Players may also use the Advanced Tuning option to fully enhance a car's performance. In this category it's possible to individually calibrate some parts of a car such as its suspension and tyre pressure.

Need for Speed: Shift also allows players to convert their 'normal' cars to full race-spec vehicles with such conversions being known as Works Upgrades. Works upgrades greatly improve every performance statistic of a car and can only be applied once a car has been sufficiently upgraded.

Car List

Tracks

Downloadable Content

Team Racing Pack

The Team Racing Pack was included as part of the 1.02 patch for Need for Speed: Shift.

It was released on December 1st, 2009 for the Xbox 360 and December 3rd, 2009 for the PlayStation 3 in Europe with a later release of December 10th for the PlayStation 3 in North America.

  • 1967 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray
  • 1967 Shelby GT500
  • 1969 Dodge Charger R/T
  • 1971 Dodge Challenger R/T
  • 1998 Toyota Supra

Ferrari Racing Series

The Ferrari Racing Series pack was exclusively released for the Xbox 360 with a price of 800 Microsoft Points on February 16th, 2010.

The pack includes 10 Ferrari vehicles and 46 Ferrari only career events.

Exotic Racing Series

The Exotic Racing Series pack was released for the Xbox 360 with a price of 800 Microsoft Points and the PlayStation 3 on March 18th, 2010.

The pack includes 7 cars, the Rivera race course and 50 Exotic Racing only career events.

References