Things Wrong With NFS: Shift 2 Unleashed

•  One track available at the start
•  Driver Cam with stupid blur and bouncy effects is default
•  Mandatory PS3 installation “it will now install, go for a 40 minute walk“
•  Can’t play online without EA account
•  Can’t play game without 3-step prompt to sign-in online
•  Time Trial has Time Limit
•  Driver XP bar exists while racing in every mode including Time Trial
•  Idiot gives advice before every session in every mode
•  Cutscenes
•  Can’t skip cutscenes
•  Can’t skip video advertising of EA Autolog
•  Tutorial before you can play
•  Game picks difficulty for you based on the first race
•  Buying the first car links to the PS Store to spend real money
•  Long load times
•  Menu cluttered with VIP store options, code redemption screens and online pass sign-ins
•  Options don’t always save
•  Game crashes in Endurance Mode
•  XP awards for following a questionable racing line
•  Achievements for individual corners
•  Achievements that aren’t “win the race”

Handling is good & the tracks are awesome, so I give this game 9 out of 10.