Need for Speed The Run is an action-packed racing game developed by EA Black Box and published by Electronic Arts. It is a part of the legendary Need for Speed franchise and stands out with its unique story-driven gameplay. The game takes players on a high-stakes cross-country race from San Francisco to New York.
Unlike traditional racing games that focus only on circuits, The Run tells a story. You play as Jack Rourke, a man on the run from the mob, who enters a dangerous race across the United States to clear his debts and save his life. The storyline adds drama and cinematic action, making it different from other racing titles.
The game features a mix of racing through cities, deserts, mountains, and snowy roads. You’ll face rival racers, police chases, and intense QTE (quick time events) that add excitement. With realistic graphics powered by the Frostbite 2 engine, the experience feels cinematic and immersive.
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Game Released Info
- Title: Need for Speed The Run
- Original Release: November 15, 2011
- Genre: Racing, Action
- Platform: PC, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
- Developer: EA Black Box
- Language: English
- PreActive: Included
System Requirements (PC)
Minimum:
- OS: Windows Vista SP2 / Windows 7
- Processor: 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo or equivalent
- Memory: 3 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GT / ATI Radeon 4870 (512MB)
- DirectX: Version 10
- Storage: 18 GB available space
Recommended:
- OS: Windows 7 64-bit
- Processor: Intel Core 2 Quad @ 3.0GHz or better
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 / ATI Radeon 6950 (1GB)
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 18 GB available space
Method of Install
- Scroll to the bottom and tap the Download button.
- Wait until the game file has fully downloaded.
- Find and open the downloaded setup file.
- Follow the installation prompts carefully.
- Once finished, launch the game and have fun.
Conclusion
Need for Speed The Run delivers a unique experience in the racing genre with its story-based gameplay and action elements. Racing across the country with real-world cars, beautiful locations, and intense police chases makes the game stand out.
While some fans missed the open-world freedom from other NFS games, the cinematic presentation and adrenaline-filled moments gave Need For Speed The Run its own identity. If you enjoy fast-paced races mixed with a strong story and beautiful visuals, then this title is definitely worth playing.
