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{{Infobox game | {{Infobox game | ||
− | |cover = Need for Speed | + | |cover = Need for Speed Heat cover.png |
|developers = | |developers = | ||
{{Infobox game/row/developer|Ghost Games}} | {{Infobox game/row/developer|Ghost Games}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/developer|Criterion Games|DLC}} | ||
|publishers = | |publishers = | ||
{{Infobox game/row/publisher|Electronic Arts}} | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Electronic Arts}} | ||
|engines = | |engines = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/engine|Frostbite 3|name=Frostbite 3|ref={{note|Frostbite 3 version 2018.2 - Same as [[Plants vs. Zombies: Battle for Neighborville]] | {{Refcheck|user=PuyiHakim|date=2023-07-08}}</ref>}}}} | ||
|release dates= | |release dates= | ||
{{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|November 8, 2019}} | {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|November 8, 2019}} | ||
− | |steam appid = | + | |reception = |
+ | {{Infobox game/row/reception|Metacritic|need-for-speed-heat|72}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/reception|OpenCritic|8182/need-for-speed-heat|72}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/reception|IGDB|need-for-speed-heat|70}} | ||
+ | |steam appid = 1222680 | ||
|steam appid side = | |steam appid side = | ||
|gogcom id = | |gogcom id = | ||
|gogcom id side = | |gogcom id side = | ||
− | |strategywiki = | + | |official site= https://www.ea.com/games/need-for-speed/need-for-speed-heat |
− | |wikipedia = | + | |lutris = need-for-speed-heat |
+ | |strategywiki = Need for Speed Heat | ||
+ | |mobygames = 136553 | ||
+ | |wikipedia = Need for Speed Heat | ||
|winehq = | |winehq = | ||
+ | |hltb = 69695 | ||
|license = commercial | |license = commercial | ||
+ | |taxonomy = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | One-time game purchase, DLC, Subscription gaming service}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | Boost }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | Real-time }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives | Third-person }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | Direct control }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | Racing, open world }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | Automobile, Street racing }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | Realistic }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | Contemporary, North America }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | Need for Speed }} | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Introduction | ||
+ | |introduction = '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is a {{Glossary:singleplayer}} and {{Glossary:multiplayer}} {{Glossary:open world}} {{Glossary:racing}} game primary developed by [[Company:Ghost Games|Ghost Games]] and published by [[Company:Electronic Arts|Electronic Arts]]. It is the twenty-fourth entry in the ''[[Series:Need for Speed|Need for Speed]]'' series and the last game in the series to be developed by Ghost Game. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ''Heat'' takes place in the fictional Palm City, where players can takes part in sanctioned race events during day period, while takes part in illegal street racing during night period. Like most titles, players can also be chased by cops during free roam and illegal street race. The game's story mode has players assumes the role of an unnamed street racer who arrived in the Palm City. | ||
+ | |||
+ | |release history = It was released worldwide on November 8, 2019 | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | |||
'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
− | |||
{{mm}} [https://answers.ea.com/t5/NEED-FOR-SPEED-HEAT/ct-p/nfs-heat-en Official forums] | {{mm}} [https://answers.ea.com/t5/NEED-FOR-SPEED-HEAT/ct-p/nfs-heat-en Official forums] | ||
+ | {{mm}} [https://steamcommunity.com/app/1222680/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions] | ||
==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
− | {{Availability/row| Origin | need-for-speed/need-for-speed-heat | Origin | | | + | {{Availability/row| Microsoft Store | / | Microsoft Store, Origin | Deluxe Edition. Included exclusively with {{Store feature|Xbox Game Pass}} as part of its version of EA Play. | | Windows }} |
+ | {{Availability/row| Origin | need-for-speed/need-for-speed-heat | Origin | Deluxe Edition included with {{Store feature|Origin Access Basic}}. | | Windows }} | ||
+ | {{Availability/row| Steam | 1222680 | Steam, Origin | Deluxe Edition. Included with {{Store feature|EA Play}}.<br>[https://www.ea.com/games/need-for-speed/need-for-speed-heat/buy/pc Manual link for EA App purchase]. | | Windows }} | ||
+ | {{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 4335-1 | Origin | | | Windows | unavailable }} | ||
+ | {{Availability/row| GMG | need-for-speed-heat-pc | Origin | | | Windows | unavailable }} | ||
+ | {{Availability/row| Humble | need-for-speed-heat | Origin | {{store link|Humble|need-for-speed-heat-deluxe-edition|Deluxe Edition}} also available.<br/> | | Windows | unavailable }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{ii}} All versions require {{DRM|Origin||Denuvo Anti-Tamper}}. | {{ii}} All versions require {{DRM|Origin||Denuvo Anti-Tamper}}. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Monetization== | ||
+ | {{Monetization | ||
+ | |ad-supported = | ||
+ | |cross-game bonus = | ||
+ | |dlc = The DLC includes new cars and a side campaign. | ||
+ | |expansion pack = | ||
+ | |freeware = | ||
+ | |free-to-play = | ||
+ | |one-time game purchase = The game requires an upfront purchase to access. | ||
+ | |sponsored = | ||
+ | |subscription = | ||
+ | |subscription gaming service = Available via [[EA Play]]. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{DLC| | ||
+ | {{DLC/row| Keys to the Map | Reveals all activities, collectibles and locations on the game map. | Windows}} | ||
+ | {{DLC/row| McLaren F1 Black Market Delivery | Adds the [[Wikipedia:McLaren F1|McLaren F1]] and a side campaign revolving around it with unlockable visual parts and clothes. | Windows}} | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Version differences=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} Digital Deluxe edition content includes the K.S Editions of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X Starter Car, BMW i8 Coupe, Mercedes C63 AMG Coupe, Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport; 4 Character Outfits, REP Boost, and BANK Boost. The latter three cars are unlocked as the player progresses | ||
==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
===Configuration file(s) location=== | ===Configuration file(s) location=== | ||
{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
− | {{Game data/config|Windows|}} | + | {{Game data/config|Windows|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\Need for Speed Heat\settings}} |
+ | {{Game data/config|Microsoft Store|}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
===Save game data location=== | ===Save game data location=== | ||
{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
− | {{Game data/saves|Windows|}} | + | {{Game data/saves|Windows|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\Need for Speed Heat\SaveGame\savegame}} |
+ | {{Game data/saves|Microsoft Store|}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ||
{{Save game cloud syncing | {{Save game cloud syncing | ||
− | |discord | + | |discord = |
− | |discord notes | + | |discord notes = |
− | |epic games | + | |epic games launcher = |
− | |epic games | + | |epic games launcher notes = |
− | |gog galaxy | + | |gog galaxy = |
− | |gog galaxy notes | + | |gog galaxy notes = |
− | |origin | + | |origin = true |
− | |origin notes | + | |origin notes = |
− | |steam cloud | + | |steam cloud = false |
− | |steam cloud notes | + | |steam cloud notes = <ref>[https://help.ea.com/en/help/pc/troubleshooting-ea-games-on-steam/ Troubleshooting EA games on Steam] - last accessed on 2020-06-04</ref> |
− | | | + | |ubisoft connect = |
− | | | + | |ubisoft connect notes = |
− | |xbox cloud | + | |xbox cloud = unknown |
− | |xbox cloud notes | + | |xbox cloud notes = |
}} | }} | ||
− | ==Video | + | ==Video== |
− | {{Video | + | {{Image|Graphics_Settings_Need_For_Speed_Heat.png|Graphics Settings}} |
− | |wsgf link = | + | {{Video |
− | |widescreen wsgf award = | + | |wsgf link = https://www.wsgf.org/dr/need-speed-heat/en |
− | |multimonitor wsgf award = | + | |widescreen wsgf award = gold |
− | |ultrawidescreen wsgf award = | + | |multimonitor wsgf award = gold |
− | |4k ultra hd wsgf award = | + | |ultrawidescreen wsgf award = gold |
− | |widescreen resolution = | + | |4k ultra hd wsgf award = gold |
+ | |widescreen resolution = true | ||
|widescreen resolution notes= | |widescreen resolution notes= | ||
− | |multimonitor = | + | |multimonitor = true |
|multimonitor notes = | |multimonitor notes = | ||
− | |ultrawidescreen = | + | |ultrawidescreen = true |
− | |ultrawidescreen notes = | + | |ultrawidescreen notes = {{term|Hor+}} gameplay and rendered cutscenes. {{Term|FMV}}s are {{Term|pillarboxed}}.<ref>{{Refcheck|user=SargeCassidy|date=2022-07-12|comment=}}</ref> |
− | |4k ultra hd = | + | |4k ultra hd = true |
|4k ultra hd notes = | |4k ultra hd notes = | ||
− | |fov = | + | |fov = false |
|fov notes = | |fov notes = | ||
− | |windowed = | + | |windowed = true |
|windowed notes = | |windowed notes = | ||
− | |borderless windowed = | + | |borderless windowed = true |
|borderless windowed notes = | |borderless windowed notes = | ||
− | |anisotropic = | + | |anisotropic = true |
− | |anisotropic notes = | + | |anisotropic notes = Under '''Texture Filtering''', options to choose are Low, Medium, High & Ultra. |
− | |antialiasing = | + | |antialiasing = true |
− | |antialiasing notes = | + | |antialiasing notes = [[FXAA]] and [[TAA]]. [[SSAA]] via '''Resolution Scale''' (up to 200%, 5% increments). |
− | |vsync = | + | |upscaling = unknown |
+ | |upscaling tech = | ||
+ | |upscaling notes = | ||
+ | |vsync = true | ||
|vsync notes = | |vsync notes = | ||
− | |60 fps = | + | |60 fps = true |
− | |60 fps notes = | + | |60 fps notes = Spectator animations are capped at 30 FPS and may appear stuttery. |
− | |120 fps = | + | |120 fps = true |
|120 fps notes = | |120 fps notes = | ||
− | |hdr = | + | |hdr = true |
− | |hdr notes = | + | |hdr notes = Detects and uses HDR10 or Dolby Vision (Nvidia only; [[#HDR does not work on Dolby Vision capable displays|broken on modern drivers]]). |
− | |color blind = | + | |color blind = true |
− | |color blind notes = | + | |color blind notes = Deuteranopia, Tritanopia & Protanopia. |
}} | }} | ||
− | ==Input | + | ===Post-processing=== |
− | {{Input | + | {{Fixbox|description=Disable sharpening, film grain, and/or vignette|fix= |
− | |key remap = | + | # Download any version of the mod [https://www.nexusmods.com/needforspeedheat/mods/55 here]. |
+ | # Extract the chosen <code>*.fbmod</code> to <code>{{p|game}}\Mods\NeedForSpeedHeat\</code>. | ||
+ | # Download compatible Frosty Mod Manager [https://www.mediafire.com/file/tpoycqy142tam52/FrostyToolSuite05092021.zip/file here]. | ||
+ | # Install Frosty Mod Manager, select the game and use the encryption key included in {{file|Read Me.exe}} to let it build the necessary data and configure files, then apply the mod and always launch the game from there. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Disable vignette|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Keith|date=2023-06-15|comment=}}</ref>|fix= | ||
+ | # Download [https://nfsmods.xyz/mod/1341 NFSH Camera Toolkit], and run it alongside the game. | ||
+ | # In the UI under Visuals tab, enable Color correction. Press {{key|F1}} to close. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Use [https://helixmod.blogspot.com/2019/11/need-for-speed-heat.html Need for Speed Heat 3D Vision fix]|ref={{cn}}|fix= | ||
+ | {{ii}} Toggles for HUD, bloom on car headlights, lens flares/lens effects, and the rain droplets on the screen effect. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Input== | ||
+ | {{Image|Controls_Settings_Need_For_Speed_Heat.png|Controls Settings}} | ||
+ | {{Input | ||
+ | |key remap = true | ||
|key remap notes = | |key remap notes = | ||
− | |acceleration option = | + | |acceleration option = n/a |
|acceleration option notes = | |acceleration option notes = | ||
− | |mouse sensitivity = | + | |mouse sensitivity = n/a |
|mouse sensitivity notes = | |mouse sensitivity notes = | ||
− | |mouse menu = | + | |mouse menu = false |
− | |mouse menu notes = | + | |mouse menu notes = Game uses Keyboard or Controller only. |
− | |invert mouse y-axis = | + | |invert mouse y-axis = n/a |
|invert mouse y-axis notes = | |invert mouse y-axis notes = | ||
− | |touchscreen = | + | |touchscreen = false |
|touchscreen notes = | |touchscreen notes = | ||
− | |controller support = | + | |controller support = true |
|controller support notes = | |controller support notes = | ||
− | |full controller = | + | |full controller = true |
|full controller notes = | |full controller notes = | ||
− | |controller remap = | + | |controller remap = false |
|controller remap notes = | |controller remap notes = | ||
− | |controller sensitivity = | + | |controller sensitivity = false |
|controller sensitivity notes= | |controller sensitivity notes= | ||
− | |invert controller y-axis = | + | |invert controller y-axis = false |
|invert controller y-axis notes= | |invert controller y-axis notes= | ||
− | |xinput controllers = | + | |xinput controllers = true |
− | |xinput controllers notes = | + | |xinput controllers notes = <ref>{{Refcheck|user=AlRayes BRN|date=2019-11-09|comment=Verified by testing the game with a Microsoft Xbox One Controller with a USB cable}}</ref> |
− | |xbox prompts = | + | |xbox prompts = true |
|xbox prompts notes = | |xbox prompts notes = | ||
− | |impulse triggers = | + | |impulse triggers = false |
|impulse triggers notes = | |impulse triggers notes = | ||
− | |dualshock 4 = | + | |dualshock 4 = true |
− | |dualshock 4 notes = | + | |dualshock 4 notes = Most of the buttons are available except Options button.<ref>{{Refcheck|user=AlRayes BRN|date=2019-11-09|comment=Verified by testing the game with a Sony PlayStation DualShock 4 V2 Controller with a USB cable}}</ref><ref>{{Refcheck|user=Sleaker|date=2020-03-06|comment=All buttons except option button work by default. Use InputMapper or X360CE to fix. Verified with Sony PlayStation DualShock 4 Controller connected via USB cable.}}</ref> |
− | |dualshock prompts = | + | |dualshock prompts = hackable |
− | |dualshock prompts notes = | + | |dualshock prompts notes = Use [https://www.nexusmods.com/needforspeedheat/mods/51 PS4 Button Prompts] mod. |
− | |light bar support = | + | |light bar support = false |
|light bar support notes = | |light bar support notes = | ||
|dualshock 4 modes = unknown | |dualshock 4 modes = unknown | ||
|dualshock 4 modes notes = | |dualshock 4 modes notes = | ||
− | |tracked motion controllers= | + | |tracked motion controllers= false |
|tracked motion controllers notes = | |tracked motion controllers notes = | ||
|tracked motion prompts = unknown | |tracked motion prompts = unknown | ||
|tracked motion prompts notes = | |tracked motion prompts notes = | ||
− | |other controllers = | + | |other controllers = hackable |
− | |other controllers notes = | + | |other controllers notes = Use [https://www.x360ce.com/X360CE X360CE] to make them work<br>Steering wheel controllers are also supported. |
|other button prompts = unknown | |other button prompts = unknown | ||
− | |other button prompts notes= | + | |other button prompts notes= |
− | |controller hotplug = | + | |controller hotplug = true |
− | |controller hotplug notes = | + | |controller hotplug notes = <ref>{{Refcheck|user=AlRayes BRN|date=2019-11-07|comment=Verified by hot-plugging 2 different controllers}}</ref> |
− | |haptic feedback = | + | |haptic feedback = true |
− | |haptic feedback notes = | + | |haptic feedback notes = Under Vibration, in '''Controls Settings'''. |
− | |simultaneous input = | + | |simultaneous input = true |
− | |simultaneous input notes = | + | |simultaneous input notes = <ref>{{Refcheck|user=Sleaker|date=2020-03-06|comment=Verified by using keyboard and PlayStation 4 DS Controller at the same time}}</ref> |
|steam input api = unknown | |steam input api = unknown | ||
|steam input api notes = | |steam input api notes = | ||
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|steam cursor detection notes = | |steam cursor detection notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
+ | <gallery> | ||
+ | Keyboard_Key_Bindings_Need_For_Speed_Heat.png|Keyboard Key Bindings | ||
+ | Xbox_One_Controller_Key_Bindings_Need_For_Speed_Heat.png|Microsoft Xbox One Controller Key Bindings | ||
+ | </gallery> | ||
− | ==Audio | + | ==Audio== |
− | {{Audio | + | {{Image|Audio_Settings_Need_For_Speed_Heat.png|Audio Settings}} |
− | |separate volume = | + | {{Audio |
− | |separate volume notes = | + | |separate volume = true |
− | |surround sound = | + | |separate volume notes = Effects, Music, Speech, Cop Scanner & VOIP. |
− | |surround sound notes = | + | |surround sound = true |
− | |subtitles = | + | |surround sound notes = 5.1 and 7.1 supported. |
− | |subtitles notes = | + | |subtitles = true |
− | |closed captions = | + | |subtitles notes = Speech-to-text available for VOIP. |
+ | |closed captions = false | ||
|closed captions notes = | |closed captions notes = | ||
− | |mute on focus lost = | + | |mute on focus lost = always on |
|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 = Radio music is licensed. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|language = English | |language = English | ||
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
− | |audio = | + | |audio = true |
− | |subtitles = | + | |subtitles = true |
+ | |notes = | ||
+ | |ref = | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Arabic | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = | ||
+ | |ref = | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Simplified Chinese | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = | ||
+ | |ref = | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Traditional Chinese | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = | ||
+ | |ref = | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = French | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = | ||
+ | |ref = | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = German | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = | ||
+ | |ref = | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Italian | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = | ||
+ | |ref = | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Japanese | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = | ||
+ | |ref = | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Korean | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = | ||
+ | |ref = | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Polish | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = | ||
+ | |ref = | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Brazilian Portuguese | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
|notes = | |notes = | ||
+ | |ref = | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Russian | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = | ||
+ | |ref = | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Spanish | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = | ||
+ | |ref = | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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==Network== | ==Network== | ||
{{Network/Multiplayer | {{Network/Multiplayer | ||
− | |local play = | + | |local play = false |
|local play players = | |local play players = | ||
|local play modes = | |local play modes = | ||
|local play notes = | |local play notes = | ||
− | |lan play = | + | |lan play = false |
|lan play players = | |lan play players = | ||
|lan play modes = | |lan play modes = | ||
|lan play notes = | |lan play notes = | ||
− | |online play = | + | |online play = true |
− | |online play players = | + | |online play players = 12 |
− | |online play modes = | + | |online play modes = versus |
− | |online play notes = | + | |online play notes = Crossplay can be enabled with PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions |
− | |asynchronous = | + | |asynchronous = false |
|asynchronous notes = | |asynchronous notes = | ||
}}{{Network/Connections | }}{{Network/Connections | ||
− | |matchmaking = | + | |matchmaking = true |
|matchmaking notes = | |matchmaking notes = | ||
− | |p2p = | + | |p2p = false |
|p2p notes = | |p2p notes = | ||
− | |dedicated = | + | |dedicated = true |
− | |dedicated notes = | + | |dedicated notes = Developer-hosted |
− | |self-hosting = | + | |self-hosting = false |
|self-hosting notes = | |self-hosting notes = | ||
− | |direct ip = | + | |direct ip = false |
|direct ip notes = | |direct ip notes = | ||
}}{{Network/Ports | }}{{Network/Ports | ||
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|upnp = | |upnp = | ||
}} | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==VR support== | ||
+ | {{VR support | ||
+ | |gg3d name = | ||
+ | |native 3d gg3d award = | ||
+ | |nvidia 3d vision gg3d award = | ||
+ | |tridef 3d gg3d award = | ||
+ | |iz3d gg3d award = | ||
+ | |native 3d = | ||
+ | |native 3d notes = | ||
+ | |nvidia 3d vision = hackable | ||
+ | |nvidia 3d vision notes = See [https://helixmod.blogspot.com/2019/11/need-for-speed-heat.html Helix Mod: Need for Speed: Heat]. | ||
+ | |tridef 3d = | ||
+ | |tridef 3d notes = | ||
+ | |iz3d = | ||
+ | |iz3d notes = | ||
+ | |vr only = | ||
+ | |htc vive = | ||
+ | |htc vive notes = | ||
+ | |oculus rift = | ||
+ | |oculus rift notes = | ||
+ | |osvr = | ||
+ | |osvr notes = | ||
+ | |windows mixed reality = | ||
+ | |windows mixed reality notes = | ||
+ | |keyboard-mouse = | ||
+ | |keyboard-mouse notes = | ||
+ | |3rd space gaming vest = | ||
+ | |3rd space gaming vest notes = | ||
+ | |novint falcon = | ||
+ | |novint falcon notes = | ||
+ | |trackir = | ||
+ | |trackir notes = | ||
+ | |tobii eye tracking = | ||
+ | |tobii eye tracking notes = | ||
+ | |play area seated = | ||
+ | |play area seated notes = | ||
+ | |play area standing = | ||
+ | |play area standing notes = | ||
+ | |play area room-scale = | ||
+ | |play area room-scale notes = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Issues fixed== | ||
+ | ===Black screen on launch and broken controller bindings=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Turn off Logitech G HUB Software|ref={{cn|date=December 2020}}}} | ||
+ | ===HDR does not work on Dolby Vision capable displays=== | ||
+ | {{mm}} Nvidia driver version 400.00 and later has broken Dolby Vision support, resulting in black screen or broken/pink colors.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://forums.guru3d.com/threads/will-nvidia-admit-someday-that-they-broke-dolby-vision-hdr-on-4xx-drivers.427960/|title=guru3D Forums - Will Nvidia Admit someday that they broke Dolby Vision HDR on 4xx drivers?|date=2022-11-08}}</ref> | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{fixbox|description=Windows 11 users can use borderless window mode which will engage Auto HDR instead.}} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{fixbox|description=Force the game to use native HDR10 mode:|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/1222680/discussions/0/3154202776536752550/|title=Steam Community - Need for Speed Heat - Dolby Vision fix(workaround)|date=2022-11-08}}</ref>|fix= | ||
+ | {{ii}} It is possible to work around the enforced Dolby Vision support by manipulating the EDID data of the display which will trick the game into not recognizing the display as Dolby Vision compatible, and instead it will use the functioning HDR10 mode.<ref>[https://answers.ea.com/t5/NEED-FOR-SPEED-HEAT/HDR-issue-on-PC/m-p/10822600#M23582 HDR issues on PC] - last accessed on 2022-11-07</ref> | ||
+ | |||
+ | # Download [https://www.monitortests.com/forum/Thread-Custom-Resolution-Utility-CRU Custom Resolution Utility]. | ||
+ | # Check at the bottom of the program for Extension blocks, and edit '''CTA-861'''. | ||
+ | # In the data blocks find '''Dolby Vision''' and delete it.. | ||
+ | # Press '''OK''' and restart the PC. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Loading forever=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Turn off any overlay software like MSI Afterburner, Origin overlay, Steam overlay etc. [https://errorfixer.co/fix-need-for-speed-heat-black-screen-stuck-on-loading/#Disable_Overlays Article]}} | ||
==Other information== | ==Other information== | ||
===API=== | ===API=== | ||
{{API | {{API | ||
− | |direct3d versions = | + | |direct3d versions = 11 |
|direct3d notes = | |direct3d notes = | ||
|directdraw versions = | |directdraw versions = | ||
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|shader model versions = | |shader model versions = | ||
|shader model notes = | |shader model notes = | ||
− | |windows 32-bit exe = | + | |windows 32-bit exe = false |
− | |windows 64-bit exe = unknown | + | |windows 64-bit exe = true |
+ | |windows arm app = unknown | ||
|windows exe notes = | |windows exe notes = | ||
|mac os x powerpc app = | |mac os x powerpc app = | ||
|macos intel 32-bit app = unknown | |macos intel 32-bit app = unknown | ||
|macos intel 64-bit app = unknown | |macos intel 64-bit app = unknown | ||
+ | |macos arm app = unknown | ||
|macos app notes = | |macos app notes = | ||
|linux 32-bit executable= unknown | |linux 32-bit executable= unknown | ||
|linux 64-bit executable= unknown | |linux 64-bit executable= unknown | ||
+ | |linux arm app = unknown | ||
|linux executable notes = | |linux executable notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|multiplayer = | |multiplayer = | ||
|multiplayer notes= | |multiplayer notes= | ||
− | |anticheat = | + | |anticheat = Unknown |
− | |anticheat notes = | + | |anticheat notes = Uses inventory synchronization and anti-trainers (even cheating while online in solo mode can potentially result in a ban or a progress reset). <!-- Needs confirmation as of February 2022. --> |
}} | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Mods=== | ||
+ | {{++}}Relatively large modding community with wide variety of mods ranging from gameplay enhancements to car modifications, to even granting access to the promotional and console-exclusive Red Bull Nissan 370Z (should you not have it). | ||
+ | {{ii}}All mods are available from [https://www.nexusmods.com/needforspeedheat NexusMods] and require [https://frostytoolsuite.com Frosty Mod Manager] (some mods require the '''Alpha''' version of Frosty). | ||
+ | {{ii}}Should the game not launch, use Extreme Injector and inject {{file|cryptbase.dll}} into the game executable (issue seems to have been fixed as of August 2022.) | ||
+ | {{ii}} [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2401509755 There is a tutorial on how to add your custom decals.] | ||
+ | |||
+ | ''Heat'' has multiple mods that improve or change the game experience. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==== [https://www.nexusmods.com/needforspeedheat/mods/37 UNITE Heat] ==== | ||
+ | {{++}} Adds many improvements to the game, including stance, handling, visual and gameplay improvements. | ||
+ | {{ii}} Extended stance and handling overhaul are separated from the main mod. | ||
+ | {{ii}} '''If you're still progressing through the story or driving missions, <u>use the story mode-compatible version.</u> This prevents compatibility issues with cutscenes''' | ||
==System requirements== | ==System requirements== | ||
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|OSfamily = Windows | |OSfamily = Windows | ||
− | |minOS = | + | |minOS = 10 |
− | |minCPU = | + | |minCPU = Intel Core i5-3570 |
− | |minRAM = | + | |minCPU2 = AMD FX-6350 |
− | |minHD = | + | |minRAM = 8 GB |
− | |minGPU = | + | |minHD = 50 GB |
+ | |minGPU = Nvidia GeForce GTX 760 | ||
+ | |minGPU2 = AMD Radeon HD 7970 | ||
+ | |minGPU3 = AMD Radeon R9 280X | ||
+ | |minDX = 11 | ||
+ | |minother = 320 kb/s internet connection | ||
|recOS = | |recOS = | ||
− | |recCPU = | + | |recCPU = Intel Core i7-4790 |
− | |recRAM = | + | |recCPU2 = AMD Ryzen 3 1300X |
+ | |recRAM = 16 GB | ||
|recHD = | |recHD = | ||
− | |recGPU = | + | |recGPU = Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 |
− | | | + | |recGPU2 = AMD Radeon RX 480 |
+ | |recother = 512 kb/s internet connection | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{References}} | {{References}} |
Revision as of 13:09, 1 December 2023
Developers | |
---|---|
Ghost Games | |
DLC | Criterion Games |
Publishers | |
Electronic Arts | |
Engines | |
Frostbite 3[Note 1] | |
Release dates | |
Windows | November 8, 2019 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 72 |
OpenCritic | 72 |
IGDB | 70 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase, DLC, Subscription gaming service |
Microtransactions | Boost |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | Third-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Racing, Open world |
Vehicles | Automobile, Street racing |
Art styles | Realistic |
Themes | Contemporary, North America |
Series | Need for Speed |
⤏ Go to series page | |
The Need for Speed | 1994 |
Need for Speed II | 1997 |
Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit (series) | |
Need for Speed: High Stakes | 1999 |
Need for Speed: Porsche Unleashed | 2000 |
Need for Speed: Underground (series) | |
Need for Speed: Most Wanted (series) | |
Need for Speed: Carbon | 2006 |
Need for Speed: ProStreet | 2007 |
Need for Speed: Undercover | 2008 |
Need for Speed: Shift (series) | |
Need for Speed: World | 2010 |
Need for Speed: The Run | 2011 |
Need for Speed Rivals | 2013 |
Need for Speed (2016) | 2016 |
Need for Speed Payback | 2017 |
Need for Speed: Edge | 2017 |
Need for Speed Heat | 2019 |
Need for Speed Unbound | 2022 |
Need for Speed Heat is a singleplayer and multiplayer open world racing game primary developed by Ghost Games and published by Electronic Arts. It is the twenty-fourth entry in the Need for Speed series and the last game in the series to be developed by Ghost Game.
Heat takes place in the fictional Palm City, where players can takes part in sanctioned race events during day period, while takes part in illegal street racing during night period. Like most titles, players can also be chased by cops during free roam and illegal street race. The game's story mode has players assumes the role of an unnamed street racer who arrived in the Palm City.
It was released worldwide on November 8, 2019
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
---|---|---|---|---|
Microsoft Store | Deluxe Edition. Included exclusively with Xbox Game Pass for PC as part of its version of EA Play. | |||
Origin | Deluxe Edition included with EA Play. | |||
Steam | Deluxe Edition. Included with EA Play (Steam). Manual link for EA App purchase. |
|||
(unavailable) | ||||
Green Man Gaming (unavailable) | ||||
Humble Store (unavailable) | Deluxe Edition also available. |
- All versions require Origin and Denuvo Anti-Tamper DRM.
Monetization
Type | Notes |
---|---|
DLC | The DLC includes new cars and a side campaign. |
One-time game purchase | The game requires an upfront purchase to access. |
Subscription gaming service | Available via EA Play. |
DLC and expansion packs
Name | Notes | |
---|---|---|
Keys to the Map | Reveals all activities, collectibles and locations on the game map. | |
McLaren F1 Black Market Delivery | Adds the McLaren F1 and a side campaign revolving around it with unlockable visual parts and clothes. |
Version differences
- Digital Deluxe edition content includes the K.S Editions of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X Starter Car, BMW i8 Coupe, Mercedes C63 AMG Coupe, Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport; 4 Character Outfits, REP Boost, and BANK Boost. The latter three cars are unlocked as the player progresses
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
---|---|
Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Need for Speed Heat\settings |
Microsoft Store | |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/1222680/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
---|---|
Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Need for Speed Heat\SaveGame\savegame |
Microsoft Store | |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/1222680/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
---|---|---|
Origin | ||
OneDrive | Requires enabling backup of the Documents folder in OneDrive on all computers. | |
Steam Cloud | [1] | |
Xbox Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Widescreen resolution | |||
Multi-monitor | |||
Ultra-widescreen | Hor+ gameplay and rendered cutscenes. FMVs are pillarboxed.[2] | ||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | |||
Windowed | |||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | |||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | Under Texture Filtering, options to choose are Low, Medium, High & Ultra. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | FXAA and TAA. SSAA via Resolution Scale (up to 200%, 5% increments). | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | |||
60 FPS and 120+ FPS | Spectator animations are capped at 30 FPS and may appear stuttery. | ||
High dynamic range display (HDR) | Detects and uses HDR10 or Dolby Vision (Nvidia only; broken on modern drivers). | ||
Color blind mode | Deuteranopia, Tritanopia & Protanopia. |
Post-processing
Disable sharpening, film grain, and/or vignette |
---|
|
Disable vignette[3] |
---|
|
Use Need for Speed Heat 3D Vision fix[citation needed] |
---|
|
Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | ||
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | Game uses Keyboard or Controller only. | |
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support | ||
Full controller support | ||
Controller remapping | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | |
Controller sensitivity | ||
Controller Y-axis inversion |
Controller types |
---|
XInput-compatible controllers | [4] | |
---|---|---|
Xbox button prompts | ||
Impulse Trigger vibration |
PlayStation controllers | Most of the buttons are available except Options button.[5][6] | |
---|---|---|
PlayStation button prompts | Use PS4 Button Prompts mod. | |
Light bar support | ||
Adaptive trigger support | ||
DualSense haptic feedback support | ||
Connection modes |
Generic/other controllers | Use X360CE to make them work Steering wheel controllers are also supported. |
|
---|---|---|
Button prompts |
Additional information | ||
---|---|---|
Controller hotplugging | [7] | |
Haptic feedback | Under Vibration, in Controls Settings. | |
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M | [8] |
Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Separate volume controls | Effects, Music, Speech, Cop Scanner & VOIP. | |
Surround sound | 5.1 and 7.1 supported. | |
Subtitles | Speech-to-text available for VOIP. | |
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
Royalty free audio | Radio music is licensed. |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
English | ||||
Arabic | ||||
Simplified Chinese | ||||
Traditional Chinese | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | ||||
Japanese | ||||
Korean | ||||
Polish | ||||
Brazilian Portuguese | ||||
Russian | ||||
Spanish |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|---|
Local play | ||||
LAN play | ||||
Online play | 12 | Versus Crossplay can be enabled with PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions |
||
Asynchronous multiplayer |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
---|---|---|
Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | Developer-hosted | |
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|
Nvidia 3D Vision | See Helix Mod: Need for Speed: Heat. |
Issues fixed
Black screen on launch and broken controller bindings
Turn off Logitech G HUB Software[citation needed] |
---|
HDR does not work on Dolby Vision capable displays
- Nvidia driver version 400.00 and later has broken Dolby Vision support, resulting in black screen or broken/pink colors.[9]
Windows 11 users can use borderless window mode which will engage Auto HDR instead. |
---|
Force the game to use native HDR10 mode:[10] |
---|
|
Loading forever
Turn off any overlay software like MSI Afterburner, Origin overlay, Steam overlay etc. Article |
---|
Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
---|---|---|
Direct3D | 11 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
---|---|---|
Anti-cheat | Unknown | Uses inventory synchronization and anti-trainers (even cheating while online in solo mode can potentially result in a ban or a progress reset). |
Mods
- Relatively large modding community with wide variety of mods ranging from gameplay enhancements to car modifications, to even granting access to the promotional and console-exclusive Red Bull Nissan 370Z (should you not have it).
- All mods are available from NexusMods and require Frosty Mod Manager (some mods require the Alpha version of Frosty).
- Should the game not launch, use Extreme Injector and inject
cryptbase.dll
into the game executable (issue seems to have been fixed as of August 2022.) - There is a tutorial on how to add your custom decals.
Heat has multiple mods that improve or change the game experience.
UNITE Heat
- Adds many improvements to the game, including stance, handling, visual and gameplay improvements.
- Extended stance and handling overhaul are separated from the main mod.
- If you're still progressing through the story or driving missions, use the story mode-compatible version. This prevents compatibility issues with cutscenes
System requirements
Windows | ||
---|---|---|
Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 10 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core i5-3570 AMD FX-6350 |
Intel Core i7-4790 AMD Ryzen 3 1300X |
System memory (RAM) | 8 GB | 16 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 50 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce GTX 760 AMD Radeon HD 7970 AMD Radeon R9 280X DirectX 11 compatible | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 AMD Radeon RX 480 |
Other | 320 kb/s internet connection | 512 kb/s internet connection |
- A 64-bit operating system is required.
Notes
- ↑ Frostbite 3 version 2018.2 - Same as Plants vs. Zombies: Battle for Neighborville
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 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 (1222680) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Troubleshooting EA games on Steam - last accessed on 2020-06-04
- ↑ Verified by User:SargeCassidy on 2022-07-12
- ↑ Verified by User:Keith on 2023-06-15
- ↑ Verified by User:AlRayes BRN on 2019-11-09
- Verified by testing the game with a Microsoft Xbox One Controller with a USB cable
- ↑ Verified by User:AlRayes BRN on 2019-11-09
- Verified by testing the game with a Sony PlayStation DualShock 4 V2 Controller with a USB cable
- ↑ Verified by User:Sleaker on 2020-03-06
- All buttons except option button work by default. Use InputMapper or X360CE to fix. Verified with Sony PlayStation DualShock 4 Controller connected via USB cable.
- ↑ Verified by User:AlRayes BRN on 2019-11-07
- Verified by hot-plugging 2 different controllers
- ↑ Verified by User:Sleaker on 2020-03-06
- Verified by using keyboard and PlayStation 4 DS Controller at the same time
- ↑ guru3D Forums - Will Nvidia Admit someday that they broke Dolby Vision HDR on 4xx drivers? - last accessed on 2022-11-08
- ↑ Steam Community - Need for Speed Heat - Dolby Vision fix(workaround) - last accessed on 2022-11-08
- ↑ HDR issues on PC - last accessed on 2022-11-07