Need for Speed Unbound headed for lockdown

Vol. 9 introduces its highest stakes mode with a PvPvE multiplayer extraction-based gameplay inspired by Need for Speed Most Wanted. For the first time in Need for Speed, racers can ride a motorbike, the BMW S 1000 RR 2019, in the new Lockdown experience.

Lockdown offers a fresh twist to Unbound's street racing action, where crews of up to three players are formed to compete against rival teams. Racers must complete Contracts, break into Lockup areas, navigate the treacherous Lockdown Zone, and secure the Extraction truck. Success rewards players with some of the hardest-to-acquire rides in the game, including the Custom BMW M3 GTR '05 owned by the infamous Most Wanted character, Razor, and 14 other iconic cars inspired by Most Wanted's Blacklist.

“We hope Vol. 9 sparks excitement among our players by blending nostalgia and iconic Most Wanted vibes with new experiences and innovative gameplay," said John Stanley, Senior Creative Director at Criterion Games. "As we celebrate the incredible milestone of the franchise's 30th anniversary, this volume represents the climactic peak of our live service journey anchored on continuous improvement to deliver the ultimate, all-in-one Need for Speed experience."

Vol. 9 features a wealth of new PVP content and 14 new playlists with over 60 routes and event configurations. The playlists cover a variety of themes, including the first-ever Need for Speed motorcycle-exclusive events, special challenges to celebrate the franchise's 30th anniversary, Most Wanted-inspired races, new Drift Pro challenges, and more. This new volume also features a new Speed Pass, and an optional Premium track offering 75 tiers of unlockable content, including the new fully customisable SUBARU Impreza WRX STI ’99 and Honda Integra Type R ’98