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Submitted by NFSDrew on Mon, 2012-02-06 08:43

Please be aware that today (Monday, February 6th) the team will be implementing an update to the SHIFT 2 UNLEASHED servers.  As a result of this update, players will NO LONGER BE ABLE TO CHANGE THEIR EA ACCOUNT PASSWORD FROM WITHIN SHIFT 2 UNLEASHED.

If you do attempt to change your password from within the game you'll receive an error message stating that the new password is invalid.  For PC players specifically, if they change their password outside of the game (through Origin, for example) they will not be able to log into Autolog, or in extreme cases will have to delete their save game files in order to connect to Autolog.

If you experience any issues with your password in SHIFT 2 UNLEASHED, please contact EA Customer Support.

Submitted by NFSPetra on Fri, 2012-02-03 16:39

There was big news this week for Need for Speed fans!

We launched the Italian Edition DLC Pack for The Run, featuring seven gorgeous Italian supercars, and ten new Challenge Series events. Throughout the week, we’ve been unveiling screenshots of the cars, but if you can’t wait, you can see all of them in the trailer now!

Included in the pack is the Pagani Zonda R, which is absolutely incredible. On Monday, we posted a real-life video featuring two of them stretching their legs on a track day. The engine sound is unbelievable! Watch it HERE!

Not only did we release the Italian pack, but PC users got a huge patch this week! Featuring all kinds of updates, the patch also gives users the Signature Edition Booster Pack for free! Thanks for being patient guys!

Our Photo Mode Competition is still going strong, and this week we’re posting albums for you guys to vote on:

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4

If you don’t have The Run, now is a perfect time to get it! Thanks to Shell, The Run is 20% off on Origin! All you have to do is type “Shell” in the Promo Code section at checkout.

For those of you with a Windows Phone, Need for Speed Hot Pursuit is now available! The mobile version is awesome, so download it today!

Lastly, our Podcast this week discusses all the latest news, Coulter talks about cuddling with Wombats, and Petra scuba dives with enormous jellyfishes.The episode is now up on iTunes, and our RSS feed.

Submitted by NFSPetra on Fri, 2012-02-03 15:53

The seventh Need for Speed The Run Time Attack community challenge has begun!

This is a weekly challenge where we put the community's driving skills to the test by challenging everyone to beat our times in a Challenge Series event. NFSDrew laid down another platinum time so once again it's going to take some skill to beat his time of 1:25.03 in the Outrun event in the Nevada Dreams Challenge Series. 

Here's how to enter this challenge:
1. Beat NFSDrew's time in the same Challenge Series event
2. Grab a picture of your race time on the post-race screen
3. Twitpic it to @NeedForSpeed with the hashtag #NFSTheRunTimeAttack

(We'll also take video entries; just be sure to submit your video as a response to our Time Attack video on YouTube)

At the end of the week we'll randomly draw from the pool of all entries one lucky winner who will receive a very cool prize from the Need for Speed swag cabinet!

A couple of rules you need to be aware of:
- There are no regional restrictions for this challenge. Anybody anywhere in the world can enter!
- This competition is open to all platforms.
- You can use any car available in the Challenge Series event
- Your twitpic and/or video must clearly display your race time. If we can't read it, it won't be considered a valid entry
- If you do choose to submit via YouTube video, it must be submitted as a response to our video
- Use of cheat programs or trainers is prohibited
- A player can only win one week in a row

Bring it on!

Submitted by NFSLing on Fri, 2012-02-03 15:04

This gamer has a lot of passions including Need for Speed World, Lamborghinis, MMOs, music, singing and playing piano. Oh and just to round out his already diverse interests, how about a little archery too?

Let’s get better acquainted with Quinton Hollis from Oklahoma USA!

Tell us about yourself.

My name is Quinton, aka "stretch" aka Tarentino! I'm 19 years old and I attend college in Oklahoma, USA. I’ve been in love with cars and racing ever since I can remember. Sadly though, I have never had any really cool cars but a really fun car that I owned was a '82 Civic DX Eagle Edition (4 cyl, custom  5 speed manual). Man, that car was fun!

How long have you been playing NFSW?

Hmmm, I think I started about 9 months ago. 

What’s your favourite car(s) in NFSW?

Oh man, this is like asking me to pick my favorite family member! I love all my cars, but my favorites would have to be my Lamborghinis. I have one of each. My Gallardo is colored in the LP550-2 Valentino Balboni colors, and my Murcielargo is candy blue. I also love to drive my halfway-pro parted and dark metallic green Pontiac GTO but my heart still belongs to my Gallardo, it's just too gorgeous.  

Your most memorable experience in the game?

I love the car shows that the community throws occasionally! Those are always a blast to attend. My favorite one was when my Murcielargo went up against the most amazing M3 driver I've ever raced. He drove flawlessly and beat me by 0.8 seconds in a 5 minute, heart-pounding circuit race! 

What do you like most about NFSW?

The cars, hands down. I just love to buy cars, part them out, drive them endlessly and enjoy the amazing sound. To me, the car's performance is secondary when compared to the way it looks and sounds. I just love to cruise and do private races.  I have 12 cars but plan to get more as I progress through the game.   

What other console or online games do you play?

Well, when it comes to MMO's, the questions would be, what have I NOT played! I play LOTRO, EVE online, Forsaken world, Heat Online, TF2… I can't even start to list them all here. When it comes to consoles, I don't play. I’ve never owned a console in my life. I have always been an avid PC gamer. 

Favourite car/driving scene in a movie?

I have always loved the Aston Martins in the James Bond Films, particularly the car chase with the black Alfa Romeo and the Aston in The Quantum of Solace. 

What song or music do you rock out to while playing NFSW?

Ahh, my second passion. I love all kinds of music but my favorite is ambient and electronica. I love Falling Up in particular. I also enjoy bands like And Then There Were None, Anberlin, Abandon, Red, Demonhunter, Imogen Heap and a few others. 

When you’re not playing NFSW, what else are you up to?

I'm a full-time college student, so any time not spent playing NFSW is usually spent studying. I do love to sing and play the piano when the mood strikes me. Another thing I love to do is archery. I have a couple of bows and I love to spend an afternoon shooting.

X-Men or Watchmen?

X-men all the way!

Submitted by NFSLing on Thu, 2012-02-02 17:29

The race-spec Delta HF Integrale dominated the World Rally Championship, finishing atop the podium 46 times between 1987-92 and taking the Constructors’ Championship in each of those years. How did they accomplish such an amazing feat? An amazing four-wheel drive system powered by a turbocharged engine surely helped!

This custom “Rally” version demonstrates the joy of playing in the mud. It also features a cool tri-color stripe which shows-off its Italian roots, while the rest of its livery symbolizes its glory days. Featuring a widened track and body work, this Delta HF Integrale Evoluzione is an AWD terror in the mud and a pleasure on the track.

This is how any self-respecting pure rally car would choose to dress, covered in mud! Don’t delay, get yours in the Car Dealer today!

Submitted by NFSLing on Tue, 2012-01-31 12:53

Purpose:
The purpose of this maintenance window is to conduct server maintenance to Need for Speed World.

Date:
January 31st, 2012

Duration(s):
3 hours
Start: 3pm (15:00) PST -- 6pm (18:00) EST -- 11pm (23:00) GMT
End: 6pm (18:00) PST -- 9pm (21:00) EST -- 2am (2:00) GMT

Affected Users:
During the maintenance window, the servers will be offline and users will not able to log in and play Need for Speed World. Players who are already logged in and playing NFS World will be disconnected from the server and therefore, disconnected from the game.

Submitted by NFSCoulter on Tue, 2012-01-31 09:13

Today, we’re announcing the Italian Edition Pack for Need for Speed The Run!

When you download the Italian Edition Pack, you’ll get seven of the finest Italian vehicles ever made, and also receive ten exclusive Challenge Series events.

The seven gorgeous cars are as follows:

  • 1993 Lancia Delta HF Integrale Evoluzione
  • 2012 Maserati GranTurismo Stradale
  • 1995 Lamborghini Diablo SV
  • 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Superleggera
  • 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competition
  • 2005 Maserati MC12
  • 2009 Pagani Zonda R

Each vehicle has an unlockable kit, Signature and NFS Edition as well!  You’ll be able to use all the cars in The Run, Challenge Series, and Multiplayer modes.

To top it off, ten brand new Challenge Series events will be yours to conquer in the pack! Italy Unleashed and Italy vs. the World will feature new races that are certain to test your skills.

The Italian Edition Pack is available now for $6.99! Download it today on the PlayStation Store and Xbox Live Marketplace!

 

Submitted by NFSDrew on Tue, 2012-01-31 08:07

It's been a long time in the making but today we're very happy to say that Need for Speed The Run patch is now available.  Here are some highlights of the updates in the patch, but for a full list visit the Need for Speed "Downloads" page:

- 30 FPS cap is disabled when v-sync is set to OFF in advanced display settings
- Tweaked reset behavior for a number of tracks in The Run where resets seemed too close to the main race route
- When players go off track, they will be reset back onto the track instead of at the last checkpoint.  Crashes will still result in a reset to the last checkpoint.
- Added Quick Match option from multiplayer menu
– Players now have the option to mute VOIP of other players in multiplayer sessions
– Reduced unrealistic behaviors when multiplayer opponents drive off-road or collide with world objects
- Autolog Friends now displays whether a friend is online, joinable or offline in player badge

We're also very excited to announce that not only will PC players get all the updates; they'll also get all the Signature Edition Booster Pack cars!  You'll be able to take on The Run, challenge Series or your friends in multiplayer with these signature rides:

- Puppet Chevy El Camino SS
- Fatlace Nissan Skyline 2000GT-R
- Venom Nissan 370Z
- Scoundrel Subaru Impreza WRX STi
- Victory BMW M3 Sport Evolution
- Nicolas Mazda RX-7
- Mega Nissan GT-R (R35)
- Falken Porsche 911 GT3
- Conroy Ford GT

To get the patch simply login to Origin on your PC and it will automatically download / install the patch.

Let us know what you think of the patch by either leaving a comment on the Need for Speed Facebook wall or tweet us @NeedforSpeed.

Submitted by NFSLing on Mon, 2012-01-30 15:38

McLaren re-wrote the rules of sports car design through Formula 1 inspired engineering, revolutionary chassis architecture and absolute focus on efficiency.

The MP4-12C twin turbo V8 was developed specifically for this car and develops just under 600 screaming horsepower.

With breathtaking performance and race inspired design, this Tier 3 rocket is ready to take on the best.

Go to the Car Dealer today to experience what 20+ years of race car inspiration drives like!

Submitted by NFSPetra on Fri, 2012-01-27 17:58

The start of 2012 has been incredible and in only a few days, we will be welcoming February - doesn’t it feel like New Year’s was just yesterday?

With all the community challenges in full-swing, there are tons of opportunities for you to showcase your skills, creativity and most importantly…win cool prizes and swag!

If you’re up for the challenge, here are all the details:

Photo Mode - Don’t say we didn’t warn you about ‘Easter Eggs’ in The Run (remember the Pterodactyl/Pteranodon in Stage 6?) Now it’s time to find the crashed UFO and snap a photo of it! There are a few more days to get your entries in (@NeedForSpeed + hashtag #NFSTheRun_Photos) and you can find all the details and hints to its whereabouts HERE!

Time Attack – Last week we posted NFSDrew’s time on the Ascension event in the Winter Blast Challenge Series.  If you can do better than 2:50.80, send us your time (@NeedForSpeed + hashtag #NFSTheRunTimeAttack). We’re accepting entries for one more week!

Caption Challenge – Today we posted a photo of Jack jumping roof tops in The Run. Any guesses as to what Jack was saying or thinking? Post your captions in this thread and you could win yourself a code!

NFSWorld had an exciting week with more cool cars joining the line-up. Please give a warm welcome to the Pagani Zonda F the Porsche Carrera RSR 3.0. and the Lotus Evora Cop! Also, the Lamborghini Murcielago LP 640 is now available for In Game Cash.

And don’t miss NFSWorld’s weekly specials: Mega Monday, Wicked Wednesday, Tweet It Up, Fun Friday and Community Spotlight. Yeah, we like alliterations ;)