Need for Speed is a series that is very popular around the world when it comes to high‑speed racing games. Need for Speed Most Wanted 2012 truly managed to restore the franchise’s reputation after the failure of the previous installment. This version combines challenge, fun, and excellent gameplay.
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Need for Speed Most Wanted 2012 is a game about cars and speed—that idea is conveyed from the very first moment you play. The game offers quick access to a wide variety of cars beloved by any racing fan.
At first, appearances can be deceiving, as the vehicles don’t feel as fast as you might expect. However, with time you unlock more desirable cars and soon reach truly high speeds.
In Need for Speed Most Wanted 2012, the main setting is the city of Fairhaven. Its highways invite you to breathtaking speeds, and the industrial zones add realism that enhances the gameplay. The city is vast, taking considerable time to fully memorize.
The single‑player mode is complete and fun, granting access to an impressive roster of stunning cars: Porsche, Lamborghini, Mercedes, McLaren, Ford, Aston Martin, Land Rover, and more. These vehicles delight any car enthusiast. Each design is detailed down to the finest element, which will certainly thrill racing fans.
Overall, the game offers plenty of fun—numerous events, a huge car selection, and, most importantly, adrenaline. It doesn’t disappoint in many respects, except for one “bug” we encountered.
When evading the police in certain events and you leap off a cliff, the officers continue their pursuit—yet your car respawns with no police in sight. You can then complete the event quickly with an excellent time and high score.
In conclusion, despite this issue, the game remains a fantastic choice for any player. On Origin, it costs just R$ 99.90 and certainly delivers a great experience.
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Summary
Need for Speed Most Wanted 2012 is a game that managed to recover the series’ great and well-known fame, whereas the previous one was undoubtedly a failure. The city of Fairhaven is an incredible setting; with landscapes and several well-developed roads.
However, it could be a little better, perhaps being a little bigger to further increase the gamer’s expectations. In addition, another innovative and interesting point is the possibility of finding and changing to any vehicle (with great design, by the way) present at strategic points.
A negative point found are some flaws in the game, such as: when falling off a cliff, just press the Menu and go back, creating a “Delay” on the screen. In events where we must escape from the local police, jumping off a cliff (even in this case) will not prevent the police from joining the action – and disappearing from the map.
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