VOL. 8: COPS VS. RACERS

Relive the original thrill of the chase in Vol. 8: Cops vs. Racers* (inspired by NFS Hot Pursuit), as we continue to deliver the Ultimate NFS Experience in one place for the first time. 

This volume brings back the classic Hot Pursuit mode with 4 vs 4 gameplay between Cops and Racers, where you play on both sides to see who really owns the streets. This includes the use of Pursuit Tech which is unlocked in a new Cop Progression system, along with custom cop liveries from around the world. 

Joining the party for megacop vs hypercar clashes in Lakeshore are the fully customizable Porsche 959 S ‘87 and new meta-car candidate, the Lotus Evija ‘23. The League is refreshed with new opponents, and as always, there’s a new Speed Pass with an optional Premium track offering 75 total tiers of unlockable customization content.

Introducing two remarkable additions that perfectly encapsulate the spirit of our Y2 volume updates, blending the old and the new: the Porsche 959 S '87 and the Lotus Evija '23. The Porsche 959 S, an icon of the 80s, boasts a 2.8L twin-turbo flat-six engine and an advanced all-wheel-drive system, making it a legend of its era and a powerful weapon for the cops in their relentless pursuits. On the flip side, the Lotus Evija, a cutting-edge electric hypercar with nearly 2000 horsepower, represents eye-peeling racer futurism and is poised to be a meta-car candidate. These two are perfectly set up for megacop vs. hypercar clashes in Lakeshore.

The original thrill of the chase begins and ends here. The new Hot Pursuit mode delivers high-octane, 4v4 action, pitting Cops against Racers in a vicious battle to see who truly owns the streets. Experience two intense rounds, swapping roles between Cop and Racer. As a Racer, your goal is simple - reach the finish line without getting busted. As a Cop, utilize a range of Pursuit Tech, coordinate with your squad, and get support from AI units to thwart the Racers. Access this exhilarating new mode through the PVP door or in Free Roam.

To truly capture the thrill of the chase, there must be high-stakes consequences. Now re-introducing Pursuit Tech for cops in Hot Pursuit mode. This is a love letter to the iconic Hot Pursuit series - providing visceral, adversarial gameplay with deployable Spike Strips to puncture tires, EMPs that lock on and disable engines from behind, and the ESF battering ram for extra damage. Each tool adds complexity and nuance, ensuring every high-speed pursuit is filled with strategic excitement and heart-pounding moments.

Embark on the Cop Career in Lakeshore Online and rise through the ranks by mastering Hot Pursuit mode. Start with a basic cop car and progressively unlock advanced Pursuit Tech gadgets and cop cars inspired by police forces worldwide. Upgrade your arsenal to become the meanest, most capable force on the streets as you experience the journey from rookie to elite enforcer.

Unlock nine unique cop customs through the Cop Career progression system and the Vol. 8 Premium Speed Pass. Four of the customs can be unlocked via Cop Career, featuring international designs from the US, UK, Japan, and Germany. Additionally, two NFS Legends customs are available through the Premium Speed Pass. This selection of new customs are pulled from the diverse cop cars featured in past Hot Pursuit titles, bringing a sense of nostalgia and authenticity. Saddle up in these striking beasts as you make life miserable for the racers of Lakeshore.

A new volume means a new Speed Pass and we’ve got another one packed with customization content across 45 tiers of unlocks. Headlining the Vol. 8 Speed Pass is the new meta-car candidate, the Lotus Evija ‘23, with multiple bodykits to fully customize the new ride. There are even XP Boosts to be unlocked that’ll accelerate your Rank and Speed Pass progression. 

• CAR: Lotus Evija ‘23
• BODYKITS: Lotus Evija ‘23
• CUSTOM: Lotus Evija ‘23 - Criterion Edition
• CHARACTER SKINS FOR MP: Lyric, Eléonore, Rüdiger
• COSMETICS: New Projections and Rims
• And more, 45 Total Tiers to Unlock

The Vol. 8 Premium Speed Pass immediately grants the new, fully customizable Porsche 959 S ‘87 and opens up access to its three bodykits, alongside an additional five Rare Custom versions of the new cars arriving in this volume, including two original Speedhunters designs and two NFS Legends customs. You'll also gain access to unlocking sick, new customization options - including cop customization, like bumper guards and message bars, for the first time ever in Unbound. There’s a few goodies inside for the more street racer-minded opps too. There are 30 total tiers of content to unlock in this premium track.

• CAR: Porsche 959 S ‘87
• BODYKITS: Porsche 959 S ‘87
• CUSTOM: Porsche 959 S '87 – Cop Edition
• CUSTOM: Porsche 959 S '87 – Undercover Cop Edition
• CUSTOM: Porsche 959 S '87 – Speedhunters Police Dept. Edition
• CUSTOM: Lotus Evija ‘23 – Speedhunters Edition
• CUSTOM: Ford Crown Victoria ‘08 – Undercover Cop Edition
• NFS LEGENDS CUSTOM: Porsche 959 S '87 – SCPD Edition
• NFS LEGENDS CUSTOM: Cross's Custom RPD Chevrolet Corvette Z06 ‘13
• COSMETICS: Cop Customization - Light Bars, Bull Bars and Message Boards
• CHARACTER SKIN FOR MP: Yaz
• SIGNATURE STYLE VFX: “Protect + Swerve” LED Trails, Orange Light Wall Trails, and more
• And more, 30 Total Tiers to Unlock

AND……

• Refreshed League: “Racer League”
• New PVP Playlists 
• New Playlists in Free Roam 
• Quality of Life Updates 

*Requires NFS Unbound (sold separately) and all game updates.

**Premium Speed Pass Content requires Premium Speed Pass and Need for Speed Unbound (sold separately) and all game updates. Requires gameplay to unlock. You must log in before the end of Volume 8 to claim your reward. Failure to log in and claim during this period will result in forfeiting the reward.

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