Need for Speed Heat
In short: Need for Speed Heat is a sports game released in 2019 by Ghost Games, available on PC, PlayStation and Xbox. Our score: 8.0/10 (worth buying, especially on sale). Lowest price we found right now: $3.49.
Race by day, risk it all by night.
NFS Heat features a day-night cycle where legal races earn cash by day and illegal street races build rep at night. Set in Palm City with extensive car customization.
Game details
- Developer: Ghost Games
- Publisher: Electronic Arts
- Release year: 2019
- Platforms: PC, PlayStation, Xbox
- Category: sports
Our review
The best modern Need for Speed. Day/night cycle creates risk-reward gameplay with great customization and satisfying street racing.
Pros
- Great day/night risk system
- Best NFS customization
- Satisfying driving
- Good car variety
Cons
- Short story
- Post-launch support ended early
- AI cops inconsistent
FAQ
- Is there cops?
- Yes, police chases are a major gameplay element especially at night.
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Last updated: 01/04/2026