- March 29, 2011
- Slightly Mad Studios
Need for Speed: Shift 2 Unleashed
Shift 2: Unleashed may not be the Forza or Gran Turismo competitor everybody was hoping it to be, but it is a damn good game, with a lot of really enjoyable moments.
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Need for Speed: Shift 2 Unleashed is a single player and multiplayer racing game. It was developed by Slightly Mad Studios and was released on March 29, 2011. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.
Bring the true driver’s experience to life with all the intensity and exhilaration of being behind the wheel!
- Great car models and handsome graphics enhance the visual experience.
- Helmet view adds a new level of immersion and the sense of speed is impressive.
- The Autolog feature provides significant replayability and the damage effects are fun to see.
- Handling is not as refined as expected for a racing simulation.
- The game does not compete well enough with established titles like Forza or Gran Turismo.
- Default controls lack responsiveness and the absence of a rewind feature can be frustrating.
- replayability3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
Players find the game highly replayable due to its impressive car models, immersive helmet view, and well-designed tracks. The autolog feature enhances the experience by encouraging competition, while the realistic damage effects add an entertaining layer to gameplay. Overall, the combination of these elements contributes to a compelling reason to revisit the game.
“The autolog feature adds a great deal of replayability to the game.”
“Tracks are really well designed, making each playthrough feel fresh and engaging.”
“The helmet view is awesome and lends a whole new level of immersion, encouraging players to return for more.”
Shift 2: Unleashed Review
Shift 2: Unleashed may not be the Forza or Gran Turismo competitor everybody was hoping it to be, but it is a damn good game, with a lot of really enjoyable moments.
95%Shift 2 Unleashed Review
Shift 2 is an outstanding driving game, if not quite the "real racing" experience its slogan so boldly promises.
80%Shift 2: Unleashed review
A bucket of road racings best bits. Stick your hand in and youll pull out something fun, if you can handle the handling.
81%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Need for Speed: Shift 2 Unleashed is a racing game.
Need for Speed: Shift 2 Unleashed is available on PC, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Cloud and others.
Need for Speed: Shift 2 Unleashed was released on March 29, 2011.
Need for Speed: Shift 2 Unleashed was developed by Slightly Mad Studios.
Need for Speed: Shift 2 Unleashed has received mostly positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its replayability.
Need for Speed: Shift 2 Unleashed is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.
Similar games include GRID Autosport, Shift 2 Unleashed, Formula Retro Racing, ReCharge RC: High Voltage, The Karters 2: Turbo Charged - Prologue and others.





