WhenNeed for Speed Unboundwas unexpectedly revealed and hastily published afterward at the end of 2022, few fans expected anything spectacular – and to some extent, they were correct. Even with Criterion Studio on board, Unbound appeared unfinished and rushed, the sole novelties were the new graphic style and the focus on the youngest generation of gamers.
As swiftly as it arrived, it lost its player base just as fast. But here we are, again suddenly getting an unexpected NFS news with the announcement of the big, free, VOL 2 Content Update, which should breathe some life into the already somewhat forgotten title. So, let’s see what’s new in Need for Speed Unbound VOL 2 Content Update and whether will it be enough to get you back in the game.
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Everything New in Need for Speed Unbound VOL 2 Content Update
The new big VOL 2 update for Need for Speed Unbound arrives onMarch 21for all versions of the game and brings a lot of new content, cosmetics, and even some new challenges. Check out the official VOL 2 content update trailer:
See below for the list of everything added to theNeed for Speed Unboundwith the VOL 2 Content Update and how to unlock it.
New Cars in the Need for Speed Unbound VOL 2 Content Update
New Challenges and Events in Need for Speed Unbound VOL 2 Content Update
New Cosmetic Items in Need for Speed Unbound VOL 2 Content Update
In addition to the free content that you will have to unlock in the game after the update, VOL 2 also comes with an additional paid DLC calledKeys to the Map.
What is in the Keys to the Map DLC for Need for Speed Unbound?
Keys to the Map paid DLC unlocks the locations of all 260 Collectables (Bears, Street Art, and Billboards) and all 160 Activities so you may get cash and rewards faster. Also, it comes with the additional Fury & Zen Clothing Pack that includes one new jacket, t-shirt, sweatpants, and cap.
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So, will this be enough to get the players back on the streets of Lakeshore City? We’ll see. It’s certainly nice to see that Need for Speed Unbound is finally getting some post-launch updates, knowing how EA tends to pull the plug on games if they didn’t do well right away.
Need for Speed Unbound VOL 2 Content Updatewill be available for download for all platforms and versions of the base game onMarch 21.
Nikola “Nick” Jovanovic
Nick has been a Prima Games Staff Writer since May 2022, an old-school gamer, and a gamer journalist with over 25 years of expertise. Our resident micro-influencer from Serbia! When he’s not driving through Belgrade, he’s probably racing in Gran Turismo or Forza, playing some strange JRPG games or just watching pro wrestling.