DEFINITIVE VERSION: NEED FOR SPEED: MOST WANTED

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Everything The Fast and Furious games should have been. Over the top characters and intense arcade racing come together in a way keeps this game relevant decades after release.

RELEASES

MULTI - 2005

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PROS: XBOX/PS2 close to stable 30 fps.
CONS: GC Framerate fluctuates, and cutscene compression is visible.
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NINTENDO DS/GBA - 2005

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SONY PSP - 2005

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PROS: Graphics are great for the time. Decent car mod options.
CONS: AI is too easy, often slowing down even if you crash. Fewer cars. No open world. Less tracks.
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MULTI [BLACK EDITION] - 2005

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PROS: Additional events, cars, challenges and more. DVD with bonus content included.
CONS: Exclusive cars are only available in custom races.

MULTI [REMASTERED] - 2012

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PROS: Nearly matches the DS port in every way. Can be very inexpensive when on sale. Still receiving QoL updates as of 2022. 21:9 support.
CONS: Graphics are less stylized than 2005 release. No story.

NINTENDO WiiU - 2013

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PROS: Co-op mode. Can be played on WiiU GamePad. Three secret vehicles.
CONS: Graphics are less stylized than 2005 release. No story.

DEFINITIVE VERSION

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The Definitive Version of Need For Speed: Most Wanted is the 2005 Black Edition on PC. The Black Edition's bonus cars and additional races set it apart from other releases. Not to mention the bonus features found on the additional DVD. The Black Edition was released on PS2 and XBOX at the same time, but the PC offers you a significantly better experience with improved graphics and a higher framerate.

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