Need for Speed™ Heat

Weak and rushed storyline

Overly aggressive police AI

Flawed drifting and handling mechanics

Poor soundtrack and repetitive music

Unrealistic car physics and damage

Progression tied to money/reputation

Arcade-style driving with tuning

Multiplayer and co-op modes

Open-world exploration

Adjustable difficulty settings

Cutscene performance problems

Severe CPU optimization issues

Inconsistent performance across systems

Anti-aliasing and texture flaws

High system requirements

Arcade racing and customization praised

Multiplayer and social play emphasized

Best purchased on sale

Not for realism or story seekers

Frustration with mechanics