Need for Speed: Shift (Out Now)

[V_R]

http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/home

NFS:Shift @ Gametrailers...
http://www.gametrailers.com/game/need-for-speed-shift/10880

NFS:Shift @ Gamershell...
http://www.gamershell.com/pc/need_for_speed_shift/downloads.html

Looks like Grid, could be good, Need for Speed has been rubbish the last few games though...

Every Car in Need for Speed SHIFT UNVEILED

Today we announced the entire car and track list for SHIFT. Instead of letting out the list drip by drip we decided it would be more fun this year to reveal all the cars at the same time so below you can see the entire list in all its glory.

The list features 65 beautifully modelled cars from a wide range of worldwide manufacturers. Fans of the S2000 and Civics will be pleased to note the return of Honda while Nissan are fantastically represented with the likes of the R35 and the classic tuner car the S14 and the S15. The game also showcases a wide spectrum of seminal performance machines including classic cars like the 1972 Nissan Skyline 2000GT-R, renowned tuners like the 1995 Mazda RX-7, and ultra-exclusive exotic cars like the 2007 Lamborghini Reventón.

I'm keen to hear what you think of the list so email me at (e-mail address removed). What are you looking forward to driving? What do you think is missing? I'm particularly looking forward to taking the GT-R SpecV out for a spin around the Nordschleife.

The List:

2006 Aston Martin DBR9
2009 Audi R8 LMS
2008 Audi R8
2008 Audi RS 4
2007 Audi S3
2007 Audi TT 3.2 quattro
2006 Audi S4
BMW M3 E36
BMW M3 E46
BMW M3 E92
2008 BMW 135i Coupé
2009 BMW M3 GT2
2007 BMW Z4 M Coupé
2008 Bugatti Veyron 16.4
2006 Dodge Challenger Concept
2008 Dodge Viper SRT10
Vaughn Gittin Jr's 2010 Falken Tire Ford Mustang GT
2010 Ford Shelby GT500
2007 Ford Focus ST
2006 Ford GT
2006 Need For Speed Shelby Terlingua
1996 Ford Escort RS Cosworth
2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS
2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
2006 Honda Civic Si
2000 Honda S2000
2006 Koenigsegg CCX
2008 Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4
2007 Lamborghini Murciélago LP640
2007 Lamborghini Reventón
2006 Lotus Elise 111R
2007 Lotus Exige S
2005 Maserati MC12 GT1
2008 Mazda MX-5
2006 Mazda RX-8
1995 Mazda RX-7
1994 McLaren F1
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 722 Edition
2007 Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer EVOLUTION
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer EVOLUTION IX MR-edition
2003 Infiniti G35 (V35)
1997 Nissan 200SX (S14)
2009 Nissan 370Z (Z34)
2006 Nissan 350Z (Z33)
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
1992 Nissan 240SX (S13)
2006 Pagani Zonda F
2010 Pagani Zonda R
2008 Porsche 911 GT2
2009 Porsche 911 GT3 RSR
2006 Porsche 911 GT3 RS
2004 Porsche Carrera GT
2007 Porsche Cayman S
2008 Renault Mégane RS
2007 SEAT Leon CUPRA
2006 Subaru Impreza WRX STi
2007 Lexus LF-A Concept
2008 SCION tC
1986 Toyota Corolla GTS (A86)
2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI

It's been a busy day for Need for Speed fans today with the team announcing this year's coverstar; the BMW M3 GT-2 and the entire car list for SHIFT. If this wasn't enough we've got hold of SHIFT's full Track list. As the press release says: "Need for Speed SHIFT features over 50 unique layouts across 18 tracks including real-world locations and fictional circuits. Players can race on world-renowned tracks like the grueling 20 km Nordschleife or meticulously-designed fictional circuits found in Glendale with its steep grades, hairpin corners and blind crests." So, a great range of courses; some real-life classics while others come straight from the design minds of the SMS team. The courses were chosen based on a combination of racing heritage so popular tracks such as Laguna Seca and the Nurburgring were obvious choices for the team. Here's teh complete list. We'll be investigating the tracks in over the next few months with video drive-throughs and screens galore in future updates at NeedforSpeed.com. In the meantime let us know what you think to the range of course? As with the car list we're really keen to know.

Tracklist..

Autopolis International Racing Course
Ambush Canyon
Brands Hatch
Dakota
Ebisu Circuit
Glendale
Hazyview
Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca
London
Miytomi
Nordschleife
Road America
Rustle Creek
Silverstone
Circuit de Spa Francorchamps
Tokyo
Willow Springs

 

[V_R]

I thought i posted about this. Anyway the demos out... (1.1gb)

Get in gear for the fun and exhilaration of high-speed racing Electronic Arts has released a playable demo for Need for Speed SHIFT, allowing you to try out the latest installment in the Need for Speed series now available for Xbox 360, PC, PS3 and PSP. Thanks: Blues. Developed by Slightly Mad Studios in collaboration with executive producer Michael Mann at Black Box and senior vice president Patrick Soderlund at EA Games Europe, Need for Speed SHIFT includes a brutal first person crash dynamic to create an immersive cockpit view. When combined with the all-new driver profile, which gives each player a unique persona based on their driving skill and style.

http://www.gamershell.com/news_84098.html

I DL'ed it last night, not tried it yet though. Will give it a blast tonight.

 

[floppybootstomp]

Oooooooh goodie, I shall give this a go.

But you're right, last few have been el crappo.

I got Pro Street cheap.

If you want a game for a toddler to play to make him happy cos he can't lose and his hand is held all the way, then NFS Pro Street is the game for you...

I'm still trying to get good at GTR Evolution. Fine game but needs lots of concentration.

 

[V_R]

Yes from what i've read this is supposed to be good. Some say the handling is a bit poo. but sounds like its going to be down to personal preference.

I was never a fan of the NFS games after Underground, they just turned to crap imo.

I'll be trying the demo tonight though that is for sure.

 

[floppybootstomp]

I was never a fan of the NFS games after Underground, they just turned to crap imo.

Totally agree.

I have Porsche 2000 (still great and runs in XP); Underground 1 & 2 & Most Wanted the last three of which I have loaded and running in Vista.

Although none of them work with my Thrustmaster steering wheel, I use the gamepad and they're still good games.

 

[V_R]

Ah yeah Most Wanted was good too.


Patch is out:

This patch will add LAN game play and greater menu mouse control in the menu interface.

13.17 MBytes
http://www.worthdownloading.com/download.php?gid=3988&id=20151

Nothing ground breaking though.


Just remembered, i've got a Driving Force GT for the PS3 which now works with Windows thanks to the new drivers, will have to get the new drivers for it and give it a go later.


Im still not sure about this game, I think it could be great. Just need to get used to it a bit.

 

[V_R]

Anyone else playing this?

 

[floppybootstomp]

Nope, thinking about it though.

Had another play with NFS Pro Street earlier.

Conclusion? Uninstall & Boot Sale/E-Bay fodder.

Truth be told I've always been a bit crap at driving games, even worse at flight sims.

Still enjoy trying though

fps's - hey, may I say I can just about get away with playing them

And rts/rpg's, hell, anybody can be good at them if they take time to think.

 

[V_R]

This is miles better than Pro Street, i've got a G25 too now, great fun.

 

[V_R]

Just been playing this a bit more. Screenshots at the link below if your interested.

http://www.xfire.com/screenshots/vrpcr/

 

[Madxgraphics]

I been playing the demo..Good fun....

 

[guest_9323wk]

I have also been playing this as well and I am really enjoying its a great game.