Need for Speed™ Payback (us)

Need for Speed™ Payback (US)

Experience a world of thrilling heists, high-stakes car battles, and epic police chases in Need for Speed™ Payback. Set in the criminal underworld of Fortune Valley, you and your crew are divided by betrayal and reunited by revenge to take down The House, a nefarious cartel that controls the city’s casinos, criminals, and cops. Build unique rides with deeper performance and visual customization than ever before. Push them to the limit when you barely escape the heat in epic police chases. Go head-to-head with other racers on or off-road through canyons, deserts, mountains, and the city. Raise the stakes by putting additional in-game currency on all that you do to multiply your winnings, or risk losing it all. Ultimately, to win big, you’ll have to take risks.
Game Overview and Storyline

Need for Speed™ Payback delivers a gripping narrative centered around three distinct characters: Tyler, Mac, and Jess. Each character possesses unique skills and strengths, contributing to the crew’s overall mission. Tyler excels in racing, Mac is a master of off-road stunts, and Jess is a skilled getaway driver. Together, they must overcome incredible odds to dismantle The House and restore balance to Fortune Valley.

The story unfolds through a series of intense missions, cinematic cutscenes, and exhilarating races. Players will navigate treacherous landscapes, outsmart corrupt authorities, and engage in high-octane confrontations with rival gangs. The narrative is driven by themes of betrayal, revenge, and redemption, creating an immersive and engaging experience for players.
Key Gameplay Features

* Scrap to Stock to Supercar: Endlessly customize your cars’ visuals and performance. Collect, win, and buy aftermarket parts to craft the perfect driving machine.
* Live out an action-driving fantasy: Play through an explosive adventure as three distinct playable characters united by one common goal: revenge.
* High-Stakes Competition: Win big with all-new Risk vs Reward gameplay. Intense cop chases mean the stakes have never been higher. Challenge leaderboard rivals and connect with other players through Autolog recommendations across campaign events and your free roam world.
Car Customization

Need for Speed™ Payback takes car customization to a new level. Players can find abandoned cars scattered throughout Fortune Valley and transform them into personalized masterpieces. From performance upgrades to visual enhancements, the possibilities are endless.

* Performance Parts: Enhance your car’s speed, handling, and acceleration with a wide range of performance parts.
* Visual Customization: Express your unique style with custom paint jobs, body kits, rims, and decals.
* Abandoned Cars: Discover hidden treasures and restore them to their former glory.
Heist Missions

Participate in daring heist missions that require careful planning, precise execution, and nerves of steel. Coordinate with your crew to infiltrate secure locations, evade security systems, and escape with valuable assets. These missions offer a unique blend of stealth, action, and driving challenges.
Supported Languages:

* Interface: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese-Brazil, Russian, Polish, Arabic, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean
* Audio: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese-Brazil
* Subtitles: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese-Brazil, Russian, Polish, Arabic, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean
Multiplayer Features

* Speedlists: Engage in competitive multiplayer races across a variety of tracks and game modes.
* Free Roam: Explore Fortune Valley with friends and participate in impromptu challenges.
* Autolog: Compete against your friends’ best times and share your accomplishments.
DLC and Additional Content

Need for Speed™ Payback offers a range of DLC and additional content to enhance your gaming experience.

* Car Packs: Expand your garage with new vehicles and customization options.
* Story Expansions: Dive deeper into the world of Fortune Valley with new missions and characters.
* Premium Customization: Unlock exclusive visual enhancements and performance upgrades.
Game Details

* Release Date: November 10, 2017
* Genre: Racing, Action
* Developer: Ghost Games
* Publisher: Electronic Arts
* Platforms: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC