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Need for Speed II

7.6 / 10
Need for Speed II cover
Release Date
31 March 1997
Platforms
PC • PlayStation
Publisher
Electronic Arts
Developer
EA Canada

01Overview

Need for Speed II is an arcade racing game developed by EA Canada and the second entry in the Need for Speed series. Players race exotic sports cars across a selection of international-inspired tracks filled with sharp corners, elevation changes and high-speed sections. The game includes several event types, including single races, tournaments and knockout competitions. Single races are useful for learning each circuit, while tournaments require consistent results across multiple events. Knockout races eliminate the last-place driver after each round until only one competitor remains. Its car roster focuses on high-performance vehicles and concept cars, reinforcing the series’ early emphasis on exotic machinery. Need for Speed II also includes multiple camera views and multiplayer support, keeping the focus on fast, accessible racing rather than detailed simulation.

Game Details

Genre
Racing • Simulator
Game Mode
Single player • Multiplayer
Perspective
First person • Third person
Themes
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Platform Availability

PCXboxPlayStationNintendoSteamGOGEpic Games

02Trailers & Gameplay Videos

1 Official Videos

03Screenshots & Artwork

04Editions, Expansions & DLC

Editions

The Need for Speed Collection
Base Game

The Need for Speed Collection

A collection of five classic Need for Speed games, released in 2003 in North America.

PC • PlayStation

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