SHIFT 2 Unleashed

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SHIFT 2 Unleashed, also known as Need for Speed: SHIFT 2 Unleashed is the upcoming 17th instalment in the long-running Need for Speed series of racing games, under development by Slightly Mad Studios and published by Electronic Arts. It is the direct sequel to 2009's Need for Speed SHIFT and will expand on the gameplay and features of the original.

Some of the new features include night-time racing, a new helmet camera and the Autolog, which was first introduced in Need for Speed Hot Pursuit 2010. A new elite handling model aimed at sim-racing enthusiasts is also available, while the physics engine and overall handling of the cars was improved, especially for racing wheels. In addition to this, SHIFT 2 Unleashed will also feature the 2010 FIA GT1 World Championship and 2010 FIA GT3 European Championship tracks and cars, among other racing content. The final game will feature 145 cars and 35 different tracks.

SHIFT 2 Unleashed is scheduled for release on 29th March 2011 in North America and 31st March 2011 in Europe. A preview trailer of SHIFT 2 Unleashed was present as a bonus in Hot Pursuit 2010.


Summary

  • Developer: Slightly Mad Studios
  • Publisher: Electronic Arts
  • Release dates: March 29th 2011 (North America) and March 31st 2011 (Europe)
  • Available on: Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360


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