Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit 2

Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit 2

Racing
2002

Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit 2 is an upcoming Racing game releasing on Xbox, Nintendo GameCube, PC (Microsoft Windows). Scheduled to launch on September 30, 2002.

Developed by Black Box Games, EA Seattle and published by Electronic Arts.

Release Date: 10/01/2002

Released
Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit 2 cover
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Story

The Need for Speed series returns, this time reverting back to the 'chase' arcade experience instead of a racing simulation. Top speed racing is the name of the game, where you must outchase not just the opposing drivers, but the cops. Choose from a selection of today's (and yesterday's) top sports cars, including the Ferrari F50, Porsche 911 and a range from the likes of Ford, Corvette, BMW, Lotus, Mercedes, Aston Martin, the McLaren F1 and a lot more. The competitive race mode allows you to take on other drivers and beat them to the line. A selection of tracks allows you to not only dodge incoming traffic, but perform deadly jumps and stunts to receive points. These points, combined with the points recieved from your finishing position, can unlock new cars and tracks. The Hot Pursuit mode combines all the major elements of the competitive mode with the chance to out run the cops. They will throw everything at you to try and stop you, including running you off the road, setting up road blocks and unleashing an attack helicopter equiped with missiles. Three busts by the cops ends the race.

Screenshots

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Game Information

Platforms

XboxNintendo GameCubePC (Microsoft Windows)PlayStation 2

Genres

Racing

Developers

  • Black Box Games
  • EA Seattle

Publisher

  • Electronic Arts

Age Rating

ESRB: Unknown

Player Perspective

First personThird person

Part of

  • Need for Speed franchise

Ratings & Reviews

80%
Critic Score
1 reviews
75%
User Score
257 ratings

Features & Details

Themes & Elements

Action

Game Modes

Single playerMultiplayerSplit screen

Key Features

driftingmotorsportspolygonal 3dlicensed soundtracklicensed carstime trialsarcade driving physicscar chase

Game Engine

Built with EAGL

Release Information

Primary Release Date

September 30, 2002

✅ Already released

Platform Release Dates

Xbox

October 1, 2002
Worldwide

PC (Microsoft Windows)

October 21, 2002
Worldwide

Nintendo GameCube

September 30, 2002
Worldwide

PlayStation 2

October 1, 2002
Worldwide

Release Notes

  • Release dates may vary by region and platform
  • Pre-orders may be available before the official release date
  • Digital releases typically go live at 00:00 local time
  • Physical releases may arrive a few days earlier or later depending on shipping

System Requirements

Estimated system requirements for Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit 2 on PC

Minimum Requirements

os:Windows 10 64-bit
processor:Intel Core i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 7 2700X
memory:16 GB RAM
graphics:NVIDIA RTX 2060 / AMD RX 6600 XT
directx:Version 12
storage:50 GB available space (SSD recommended)

Recommended Requirements

✨ Recommended
os:Windows 11 64-bit
processor:Intel Core i7-10700K / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X
memory:32 GB RAM
graphics:NVIDIA RTX 3080 / AMD RX 6800 XT
directx:Version 12
storage:100 GB available space (NVMe SSD recommended)

Important Notes

  • These are estimated requirements based on game analysis and industry standards
  • Official system requirements will be announced closer to release date
  • SSD storage highly recommended for reduced loading times
  • Requirements may vary for different graphics settings (Low, Medium, High, Ultra)
  • VR games may have additional requirements if VR support is included

💡Performance Tips

For the best experience with Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit 2, consider upgrading to an SSD, ensuring your graphics drivers are up to date, and closing unnecessary background applications before playing.

Frequently Asked Questions about Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit 2