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|cover = Need for Speed Shift cover.jpg | |cover = Need for Speed Shift cover.jpg | ||
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|taxonomy = | |taxonomy = | ||
| − | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | One-time game purchase }} |
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | }} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer }} | ||
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{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | Realistic }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | Realistic }} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | Contemporary }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | Contemporary }} | ||
| − | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | Need for Speed: Shift }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | Need for Speed: Shift, Need for Speed }} |
|steam appid = 24870 | |steam appid = 24870 | ||
|gogcom id = | |gogcom id = | ||
|hltb = 6482 | |hltb = 6482 | ||
|official site= https://www.ea.com/games/need-for-speed/need-for-speed-shift | |official site= https://www.ea.com/games/need-for-speed/need-for-speed-shift | ||
| + | |lutris = need-for-speed-shift | ||
|strategywiki = Need for Speed: Shift | |strategywiki = Need for Speed: Shift | ||
| − | |mobygames = | + | |mobygames = 42529 |
|wikipedia = Need for Speed: Shift | |wikipedia = Need for Speed: Shift | ||
|winehq = 10387 | |winehq = 10387 | ||
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}} | }} | ||
| − | ''' | + | {{Introduction |
| − | {{ | + | |introduction = '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is a {{Glossary:singleplayer}} and {{Glossary:multiplayer}} {{Glossary:racing}} game developed by [[Company:Slightly Mad Studios|Slightly Mad Studios]] and published by [[Company:Electronic Arts|Electronic Arts]]. It is the thirteenth entry in the ''[[Series:Need for Speed|Need for Speed]]'' series and the first entry in the ''[[Series:Need for Speed: Shift|Need for Speed: Shift]]'' duology. |
| − | + | ||
| + | Just like ''[[Need for Speed: ProStreet|ProStreet]]'', the game focuses on closed-circuit racing. Its car handling model is more realistically than previous titles. There is no story mode in the game. | ||
| + | |||
| + | |release history = It was released in North America on September 15, 2009, followed by Europe on September 18, 2009. | ||
| + | |||
| + | |current state = | ||
| + | }} | ||
'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
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{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
{{Availability/row| Retail | | disc, key | {{DRM|SecuROM|7}} | Origin | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Retail | | disc, key | {{DRM|SecuROM|7}} | Origin | Windows }} | ||
| + | {{Availability/row| Games for Windows Marketplace | GFWL | GFWL | <ref>{{Refurl|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110301063207/http://www.gamesforwindows.com/en-US/|title=Welcome to Games for Windows Marketplace|date=19 August 2022}}</ref> | | Windows | unavailable }} | ||
| + | {{Availability/row| Origin | | Origin, activation, actlimit | {{DRM|SecuROM PA}}, unknown machine limit. A [https://activate.ea.com/deauthorize/ De-Authorization Tool] is available. | | Windows | unavailable}} | ||
{{Availability/row| Steam | 24870 | Steam | | Origin | Windows | unavailable}} | {{Availability/row| Steam | 24870 | Steam | | Origin | Windows | unavailable}} | ||
| − | |||
}} | }} | ||
| − | {{ii}} Steam's Origin key is stored in | + | {{ii}} This game is no longer available digitally. |
| − | {{ii}} [https://www.patches-scrolls.de/demo/2915/7/ | + | {{ii}} Steam's Origin key is stored in {{registry|{{P|hklm}}\SOFTWARE\{{p|wow64}}\Electronic Arts\Electronic Arts\Need for Speed Shift\ergc}} |
| + | |||
| + | ===Demo/free trial=== | ||
| + | {{ii}} A free demo version is available from [https://www.patches-scrolls.de/demo/2915/7/ Patches-Scrolls] | ||
| + | |||
| + | ==Monetization== | ||
| + | {{--}} No DLCs were made available for the PC version. DLC content for the console versions can still be accessed by modding the game; see [[#How to get DLC cars and tracks|How to get DLC cars and tracks]]. | ||
==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
===Patches=== | ===Patches=== | ||
| − | Latest version is 1.0.2. | + | * Latest version is 1.0.2. |
| − | Mirror: [https://www.patches-scrolls.de/patch/2915/7/ Patch 1.1 and 1.2] | + | *:Direct link for [https://akamai.cdn.ea.com/eadownloads/u/f/eagames/Need_For_Speed/SHIFT_PC_DAY2-EU-DVD.exe Europe version] and [https://akamai.cdn.ea.com/eadownloads/u/f/eagames/Need_For_Speed/SHIFT_PC_NA-DVD.exe North America version]. |
| + | *:Mirror: [https://www.patches-scrolls.de/patch/2915/7/ Patch 1.1 and 1.2 on Patches-scrolls.de] and [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2554-need-for-speed-shift-12-patch/ Patch 1.2 for EU, NA and Traditional Chinese on PCGW]. | ||
===Community overhaul=== | ===Community overhaul=== | ||
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==Video== | ==Video== | ||
| + | {{Image|Need for Speed Shift graphics.png|Graphics settings}} | ||
{{Video | {{Video | ||
|wsgf link = https://www.wsgf.org/dr/need-speed-shift | |wsgf link = https://www.wsgf.org/dr/need-speed-shift | ||
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|antialiasing = true | |antialiasing = true | ||
|antialiasing notes = | |antialiasing notes = | ||
| + | |upscaling = unknown | ||
| + | |upscaling tech = | ||
| + | |upscaling notes = | ||
|vsync = true | |vsync = true | ||
|vsync notes = | |vsync notes = | ||
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==Input== | ==Input== | ||
| + | {{Image|Need for Speed Shift controls.png|Controls settings}} | ||
| + | {{Image|Need for Speed Shift adjust control.png|Adjust control settings}} | ||
{{Input | {{Input | ||
|key remap = true | |key remap = true | ||
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|controller support = true | |controller support = true | ||
|controller support notes = | |controller support notes = | ||
| − | |full controller = | + | |full controller = true |
| − | |full controller notes = | + | |full controller notes = |
|controller remap = true | |controller remap = true | ||
|controller remap notes = | |controller remap notes = | ||
|controller sensitivity = true | |controller sensitivity = true | ||
|controller sensitivity notes= | |controller sensitivity notes= | ||
| − | |invert controller y-axis = | + | |invert controller y-axis = true |
|invert controller y-axis notes= | |invert controller y-axis notes= | ||
|xinput controllers = true | |xinput controllers = true | ||
|xinput controllers notes = | |xinput controllers notes = | ||
| − | |xbox prompts = | + | |xbox prompts = hackable |
| − | |xbox prompts notes = | + | |xbox prompts notes = Use the [[#UI Gamepad Icons|UI Gamepad Icons]] mod. |
|impulse triggers = hackable | |impulse triggers = hackable | ||
| − | |impulse triggers notes = Use [https://github.com/araghon007/X1nput/releases X1nput]<ref> | + | |impulse triggers notes = Use [https://github.com/araghon007/X1nput/releases X1nput]<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/pcgaming/comments/b31frk/x1nput_20_xbox_one_controller_impulse_triggers_on/|title=X1nput 2.0 - Xbox One Controller Impulse Triggers on (almost) any PC game|date=May 2023}}</ref> |
|dualshock 4 = unknown | |dualshock 4 = unknown | ||
|dualshock 4 notes = | |dualshock 4 notes = | ||
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|other button prompts = unknown | |other button prompts = unknown | ||
|other button prompts notes= | |other button prompts notes= | ||
| − | + | |controller hotplug = true | |
| − | |||
| − | |controller hotplug = | ||
|controller hotplug notes = | |controller hotplug notes = | ||
|haptic feedback = true | |haptic feedback = true | ||
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==Audio== | ==Audio== | ||
| + | {{Image|Need for Speed Shift audio.png|Audio settings}} | ||
{{Audio | {{Audio | ||
|separate volume = true | |separate volume = true | ||
|separate volume notes = | |separate volume notes = | ||
| − | |surround sound = | + | |surround sound = true |
|surround sound notes = | |surround sound notes = | ||
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
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|mute on focus lost notes = | |mute on focus lost notes = | ||
|eax support = | |eax support = | ||
| − | |eax support notes = | + | |eax support notes = |
| + | |royalty free audio = false | ||
| + | |royalty free audio notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|notes = | |notes = | ||
| + | |ref = | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | {{L10n/switch | ||
| + | |language = Simplified Chinese | ||
| + | |interface = false | ||
| + | |audio = false | ||
| + | |subtitles = false | ||
| + | |notes = Not approved National Press and Publication Administration China. | ||
| + | |ref = | ||
| + | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
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|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|notes = | |notes = | ||
| + | |ref = | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|notes = | |notes = | ||
| + | |ref = | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|notes = | |notes = | ||
| + | |ref = | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|notes = | |notes = | ||
| + | |ref = | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|notes = | |notes = | ||
| + | |ref = | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|notes = | |notes = | ||
| + | |ref = | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | {{L10n/switch | ||
| + | |language = Brazilian Portuguese | ||
| + | |interface = hackable | ||
| + | |audio = false | ||
| + | |subtitles = hackable | ||
| + | |notes = Fan translation, [https://www.gamevicio.com/traducao/traducao-de-need-for-speed-shift-para-portugues-brasil/ download]. | ||
| + | |ref = | ||
| + | |fan = true | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
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|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|notes = | |notes = | ||
| + | |ref = | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|lan play modes = | |lan play modes = | ||
|lan play notes = Added in a patch (see [[#Patches|Patches]]).<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20141205162312/http://www.needforspeed.com/news/need-speed-shift-pc-patch-release-lan-play-update-now-available Need for Speed SHIFT PC Patch Release - LAN Play Update now available | Need for Speed]</ref> | |lan play notes = Added in a patch (see [[#Patches|Patches]]).<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20141205162312/http://www.needforspeed.com/news/need-speed-shift-pc-patch-release-lan-play-update-now-available Need for Speed SHIFT PC Patch Release - LAN Play Update now available | Need for Speed]</ref> | ||
| − | |online play = | + | |online play = false |
|online play players = 12 | |online play players = 12 | ||
|online play modes = | |online play modes = | ||
| − | |online play notes = Formerly only 8 players | + | |online play notes = Formerly only 8 players could participate, but recent patches raised the number of players to 12.<br>Shut down on August 31, 2021.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.ea.com/service-updates/i-q|title=Online Service Updates|date=2022-09-16|snippet=August 31, 2021<br><br>Need for Speed Shift for PC, PlayStation Portable, PS3 and X360}}</ref> |
|asynchronous = | |asynchronous = | ||
|asynchronous notes = | |asynchronous notes = | ||
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===The game always restarts with default graphics settings=== | ===The game always restarts with default graphics settings=== | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Reduce the refresh rate|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Reduce the refresh rate|fix= | ||
| − | Don't set the refresh rate to | + | Don't set the refresh rate to 144Hz or higher in the game options. 120Hz does not work either under certain conditions.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/24870/discussions/0/135513549095274176|title=NFS Shift "Settings not saving" Steam Discussions thread|date=May 2023}}</ref> |
}} | }} | ||
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===API=== | ===API=== | ||
{{API | {{API | ||
| − | |direct3d versions = 9 | + | |direct3d versions = 9.0c |
|direct3d notes = | |direct3d notes = | ||
|directdraw versions = | |directdraw versions = | ||
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|dos modes = | |dos modes = | ||
|dos modes notes = | |dos modes notes = | ||
| − | |shader model versions = | + | |shader model versions = 3.0 |
|shader model notes = | |shader model notes = | ||
|windows 32-bit exe = true | |windows 32-bit exe = true | ||
|windows 64-bit exe = false | |windows 64-bit exe = false | ||
| + | |windows arm app = unknown | ||
|windows exe notes = | |windows exe notes = | ||
|macos intel 32-bit app = | |macos intel 32-bit app = | ||
|macos intel 64-bit app = | |macos intel 64-bit app = | ||
| + | |macos arm app = unknown | ||
|macos app notes = | |macos app notes = | ||
|linux 32-bit executable= | |linux 32-bit executable= | ||
|linux 64-bit executable= | |linux 64-bit executable= | ||
| + | |linux arm app = unknown | ||
|linux executable notes = | |linux executable notes = | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===Middleware=== | ||
| + | {{Middleware | ||
| + | |physics = Nvidia PhysX | ||
| + | |physics notes = | ||
| + | |audio = FMOD | ||
| + | |audio notes = API v4.28 | ||
| + | |interface = | ||
| + | |interface notes = | ||
| + | |input = | ||
| + | |input notes = | ||
| + | |cutscenes = Bink Video | ||
| + | |cutscenes notes = 1.9n | ||
| + | |multiplayer = | ||
| + | |multiplayer notes= | ||
| + | |anticheat = | ||
| + | |anticheat notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Install the DLC files|ref=<ref name="NoGripRacing Forum">[http://www.nogripracing.com/forum/showthread.php?t=209094 NoGripRacing forum - DLC conversion link thread]</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Install the DLC files|ref=<ref name="NoGripRacing Forum">[http://www.nogripracing.com/forum/showthread.php?t=209094 NoGripRacing forum - DLC conversion link thread]</ref>|fix= | ||
#Install the NFS Shift 1.02 patch for your region. | #Install the NFS Shift 1.02 patch for your region. | ||
| − | #Unpack the game with [https:// | + | #Unpack the game with [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2494-nfs-shift-unpacker-with-updated-script/ Shift unpacker]. |
| − | #Copy [ | + | #Copy [https://www.racedepartment.com/downloads/jsgme-mod-enabler.13803/ JSGME] to the installation folder. Run the executable and allow it to create the '''MODS''' folder. |
#Download the DLC files ([https://www.4shared.com/archive/W3f1OnEU/dlc_pack_by_qcm_full_155.html cars] and [https://www.mediafire.com/file/4d852amgxa0aa12/Exotic_DLC_Tracks_By_JDougNY_V1.30_FULL.rar tracks]) and extract them in the '''MODS''' folder. | #Download the DLC files ([https://www.4shared.com/archive/W3f1OnEU/dlc_pack_by_qcm_full_155.html cars] and [https://www.mediafire.com/file/4d852amgxa0aa12/Exotic_DLC_Tracks_By_JDougNY_V1.30_FULL.rar tracks]) and extract them in the '''MODS''' folder. | ||
#Run JSGME again and click the right arrow button to install the DLC files. | #Run JSGME again and click the right arrow button to install the DLC files. | ||
#Add '''-loose''' to the NFS Shift shortcut/launch options. | #Add '''-loose''' to the NFS Shift shortcut/launch options. | ||
| − | {{ | + | |
| + | {{ii}} If you have the old 'game_unpacker.bat' script, use the new 'shift_unpacker.bat' script. This new script will fix the issue with the invisible Team Racing Pack vehicles. | ||
}} | }} | ||
| + | |||
====UI Gamepad Icons==== | ====UI Gamepad Icons==== | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Add Missing Gamepad Icons for UI|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Add Missing Gamepad Icons for UI|fix= | ||
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| Developers | |
|---|---|
| Slightly Mad Studios | |
| Publishers | |
| Electronic Arts | |
| Engines | |
| Madness Engine | |
| Release dates | |
| Windows | September 15, 2009 |
| Reception | |
| Metacritic | 83 |
| IGDB | 80 |
| Taxonomy | |
| Monetization | One-time game purchase |
| Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
| Pacing | Real-time |
| Perspectives | First-person, Third-person |
| Controls | Direct control |
| Genres | Racing |
| Vehicles | Automobile, Track racing |
| Art styles | Realistic |
| Themes | Contemporary |
| Series | Need for Speed: Shift, Need for Speed |
 |
|
| Need for Speed: Shift | |
|---|---|
| Subseries of Need for Speed | |
| Need for Speed: Shift | 2009 |
| Shift 2 Unleashed | 2011 |
Need for Speed: Shift is a singleplayer and multiplayer racing game developed by Slightly Mad Studios and published by Electronic Arts. It is the thirteenth entry in the Need for Speed series and the first entry in the Need for Speed: Shift duology.
Just like ProStreet, the game focuses on closed-circuit racing. Its car handling model is more realistically than previous titles. There is no story mode in the game.
It was released in North America on September 15, 2009, followed by Europe on September 18, 2009.
General information
Availability
| Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail | |
SecuROM 7 DRM | |
|
| Games for Windows Marketplace (unavailable) | |
[1] | |
|
| Origin (unavailable) |  |
SecuROM PA DRM, unknown machine limit. A De-Authorization Tool is available. | |
|
| Steam (unavailable) | |
|
|
- This game is no longer available digitally.
- Steam's Origin key is stored in
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Electronic Arts\Electronic Arts\Need for Speed Shift\ergc
Demo/free trial
- A free demo version is available from Patches-Scrolls
Monetization
- No DLCs were made available for the PC version. DLC content for the console versions can still be accessed by modding the game; see How to get DLC cars and tracks.
Essential improvements
Patches
- Latest version is 1.0.2.
- Direct link for Europe version and North America version.
- Mirror: Patch 1.1 and 1.2 on Patches-scrolls.de and Patch 1.2 for EU, NA and Traditional Chinese on PCGW.
Community overhaul
- Requires patch 1.0.2.
- Users of NoGripRacing forums, made a community patch that fixes many of the bugs left in the game and improves driving experience. Remember to follow carefully the installation guide of Overhaul Mod.
Skip intro videos
| Delete/rename video files[citation needed] |
|---|
|
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\NFS SHIFT\ |
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/24870/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\NFS SHIFT\<user-id> |
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/24870/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
| System | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | ||
| OneDrive | Requires enabling backup of the Documents folder in OneDrive on all computers. | |
| Steam Cloud |
Video
Graphics settings
| Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Widescreen resolution | |||
| Multi-monitor | |||
| Ultra-widescreen | |||
| 4K Ultra HD | |||
| Field of view (FOV) | Can be adjusted via Racer_S Camera Control utility | ||
| Windowed | |||
| Borderless fullscreen windowed | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
| Anisotropic filtering (AF) | |||
| Anti-aliasing (AA) | |||
| Vertical sync (Vsync) | |||
| 60 FPS and 120+ FPS | |||
| High dynamic range display (HDR) | See the glossary page for potential alternatives. | ||
Input
Controls settings
Adjust control settings
| Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Remapping | ||
| Mouse acceleration | ||
| Mouse sensitivity | ||
| Mouse input in menus | ||
| Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
| Controller | ||
| Controller support | ||
| Full controller support | ||
| Controller remapping | ||
| Controller sensitivity | ||
| Controller Y-axis inversion |
| Controller types |
|---|
| XInput-compatible controllers | ||
|---|---|---|
| Xbox button prompts | Use the UI Gamepad Icons mod. | |
| Impulse Trigger vibration | Use X1nput[2] |
| PlayStation controllers |
|---|
| Generic/other controllers |
|---|
| Additional information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Controller hotplugging | ||
| Haptic feedback | ||
| Digital movement supported | ||
| Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Audio
Audio settings
| Audio feature | State | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Separate volume controls | ||
| Surround sound | ||
| Subtitles | ||
| Closed captions | ||
| Mute on focus lost | ||
| Royalty free audio |
Localizations
| Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English | ||||
| Simplified Chinese | Not approved National Press and Publication Administration China. | |||
| Traditional Chinese | ||||
| French | ||||
| German | ||||
| Italian | ||||
| Spanish | ||||
| Polish | ||||
| Brazilian Portuguese | Fan translation, download. | |||
| Russian |
Network
Multiplayer types
| Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local play | ||||
| LAN play | 12 | Added in a patch (see Patches).[3] | ||
| Online play | 12 | Formerly only 8 players could participate, but recent patches raised the number of players to 12. Shut down on August 31, 2021.[4] |
||
VR support
| 3D modes | State | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| vorpX | G3D User created game profile, see vorpx forum profile introduction. |
||
Issues fixed
Microstuttering on Windows 8
- NFS Shift might experience fps stuttering when running on Windows 8.[citation needed]
| Windows compatibility mode[citation needed] |
|---|
|
Run the game in compatibility mode for Windows Vista (SP2). |
Insanely slow loading on Windows 10
- NFS Shift can experience extremely slow loadings when running on Windows 10.[citation needed]
| Windows compatibility mode[citation needed] |
|---|
|
Run the game in compatibility mode for Windows Vista (SP2). Right click on icon and click on "troubleshoot compatibility". |
The game always restarts with default graphics settings
| Reduce the refresh rate |
|---|
|
Don't set the refresh rate to 144Hz or higher in the game options. 120Hz does not work either under certain conditions.[5] |
Other information
API
| Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Direct3D | 9.0c | |
| Shader Model support | 3.0 |
| Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows |
Middleware
| Middleware | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | PhysX | |
| Audio | FMOD | API v4.28 |
| Cutscenes | Bink Video | 1.9n |
Mods
How to get DLC cars and tracks
| Install the DLC files[6] |
|---|
|
UI Gamepad Icons
| Add Missing Gamepad Icons for UI |
|---|
|
System requirements
| Windows | ||
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | Recommended | |
| Operating system (OS) | XP SP3 | Vista SP2, 7 |
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo 1.6 GHz AMD Athlon 64 X2 3800+ | |
| System memory (RAM) | 1 GB 1.5 GB (Vista, 7) |
2 GB 3 GB (Vista, 7) |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 6 GB | |
| Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce 7800 GT ATI Radeon X1800 XT 256 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible Shader model 3.0 support |
512 MB of VRAM |
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (24870) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Welcome to Games for Windows Marketplace - last accessed on 19 August 2022
- ↑ X1nput 2.0 - Xbox One Controller Impulse Triggers on (almost) any PC game - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Need for Speed SHIFT PC Patch Release - LAN Play Update now available | Need for Speed
- ↑ Online Service Updates - last accessed on 2022-09-16
- "August 31, 2021
Need for Speed Shift for PC, PlayStation Portable, PS3 and X360"
- "August 31, 2021
- ↑ NFS Shift "Settings not saving" Steam Discussions thread - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ NoGripRacing forum - DLC conversion link thread