Need for Speed is one of this fall's best games and it's about to receive some changes. First up are tweaks to the game's computer-controlled opponents. Developer Ghost Games says it's working to make the rubberband AI, what keeps the other racers close by you regardless of how much of a lead you've built, "more balanced." If you're a fan of the current system, hopefully this new addition will be an option rather than a requirement. The game's visual customizations are getting some newfound love as well: a look at neon lighting kits, functional mirrors, more pre-made vinyl sets (additional features for that, too) and a better color picking system. Ghost is increasing the level cap and adding a smattering of new achievements, too.

The team promises this will be the first of many free updates to come as part of its Living Game, with a release scheduled for the end of November; currently there are "no plans" for paid add-on packs. If publisher Electronic Arts lets Ghost handle Need for Speed's post-launch period how it did the now-defunct Criterion Games (Ghost's progenitor) handle Burnout: Paradise, the next year could be pretty awesome.

Posted: Nov 18, 2015 8:10 pm
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Source: http://www.engadget.com/2015/11/17/need-for-speed-update/