Need for Speed Heat
Moderate overall intensityWhat's in it
Real money buys add-on content for this game: a paid Keys to the Map pack that instantly marks every collectible, activity, gas station and safe house on the map, plus paid post-launch car packs. Cars, parts and visual customization inside the game are bought with cash earned by racing, and there are no loot boxes.
Players engage in illegal street racing and evasion from police.
Story cutscenes include profanity such as "damn", "hell" and "s---" as racers taunt each other and argue with the police. Stronger swearing is not used.
Police chases involve high-speed collisions and destruction of property.
The story involves themes of rebellion against unfair authority figures.
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What it is
Need for Speed: Heat is an open-world racing game where players participate in illegal street races and evade police pursuits. The game features a variety of high-performance cars, extensive customization options, and a setting in the city of Palm City with day and night gameplay.
How it's framed
The game portrays illegal activities such as street racing and evasion from law enforcement without moral judgment, focusing on the thrill of speed and competition.
Details
- Developer
- Ghost Games
- Publisher
- Electronic Arts
- Released
- Jun 4, 2020
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