The Need for Speed: Gameplay, Platforms and Key Facts

The Need for Speed (1994) is a racing, simulator video game developed by EA Canada, available on PC, 3DO, DOS, PS1. It holds an aggregated critic and player score of 74/100 on IGDB.

What is The Need for Speed about?

Welcome to The Need For Speed racing game. Here you'll find spine-tingling action coupled with awesome graphics. As you race down an alpine road in your choice of eight high performance cars, you'll be amazed by the detail and realism. The sophisticated physics model recreates the feel of the cars themselves; you'll notice the difference in handling, breaking and just plain power. Plan your strategy for each track, there are six to choose from during regular play, and each demands a different style of driving.

There's also a bonus track if you win the Tournament. There are four game modes to try, with an option to compete against another driver over a modem. With different cars, different tracks, and different styles of racing fueling your need for speed, you'll find your addiction growing to a fewer pitch. No need to worry, when you crash and burn in the game, there's always another da

Key details

The Need for Speed was released in 1994 and supports single player, multiplayer. Platforms: PC, 3DO, DOS, PS1. Developer: EA Canada.

Should you play The Need for Speed?

A solid 74/100 aggregate score makes The Need for Speed a safe pick for fans of racing, simulator.