Burn through the streets in high-speed action with Need for Speed Rivals on PlayStation 3. Developed by Electronic Arts and Ghost Games, this racing title delivers intense police chases, exotic supercars, and nonstop open-road competition.
Game Overview
Set in the fictional Redview County, players can choose two paths:
* Racer — compete in illegal street races, earn Speed Points, and escape the cops
* Cop — patrol the roads, bust racers, and use police technology to stop criminals
The game features an open-world environment where races, pursuits, and challenges happen seamlessly online and offline.
Features
* Huge open-world map with highways, deserts, forests, and coastal roads
* Play as both racers and police officers
* Dynamic weather system including rain, snow, and fog
* High-performance vehicles from brands like Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, and McLaren
* “AllDrive” online system blends single-player and multiplayer together
* Intense pursuit technology including EMPs, spike strips, turbo boosts, and roadblocks
Gameplay Style
Need for Speed Rivals focuses on arcade-style racing with fast drifting, high speeds, and cinematic crashes. Players risk losing their earned Speed Points if they get busted by police before reaching a safehouse.
Why Players Enjoy It
Fans of the series loved the return of:
* Classic cops-versus-racers gameplay
* Beautiful graphics for the PS3 generation
* Adrenaline-filled pursuits
* Exotic car customization and upgrades
Released in 2013, Need for Speed Rivals became one of the standout racing games of the late PS3 era.