Need for Speed ​​Underground - WiKi, Guide, Walkthrough

Feel like never before

Four cars, four lanes and only one first place. In Underground mode, we only need to win.

The release of games from the "Need For Speed" series has become a regular occurrence. At the same time, the differences between all these games are so noticeable that the developers refused to include serial numbers in the names. Thus, "Need For Speed: Underground" is already the seventh game released on the computer, but it is almost impossible to call it a continuation.

So, according to the plot (yes, yes ... the game has a simple, but the plot) you have to take part in illegal street races. The graphics and physics of the game create a dynamic gameplay, which, according to the assurances of the developers, is "the fastest to date." It is clear that this time it will not be possible to drive a MacLaren F1 or a Porsche 911: the status of the competition is not the same, but it will be possible to choose from 20 licensed cars (mostly Japanese).

By installing various visual improvements, changing colors and emblems, it is possible to completely individualize your car. In addition, during the game you will have to make various performance improvements, namely the three main parameters: maximum speed, acceleration and handling. Of course, NFS: Underground is, first of all, an arcade car simulator (developers still cannot surpass the realism of Porsche Unleashed), so all the improvements made are conditional.

The game introduced new types of racing: drag-racing (racing in a straight line) and drift-racing (getting points for performing a controlled skid and slide). But the police will no longer be able to stay: for some reason there are no servants of the law in the world of underground street racing.

Music and sound effects allow you to fully immerse yourself in the atmosphere of NFS, feel like a fearless racer, tormented by a single thirst - "Need for Speed". This time in the Underground.

Interface and control

Main menu

At the beginning of the game, you will have to create a driver profile (there may be several such profiles). It automatically contains information about progress in the Underground mode - the main part of the game. The main menu consists of the following items:

Go underground. Switch to the appropriate mode.

Quick Race (Quick race). The ability to ride on any car already opened in Underground mode on any already open track with a set of upgrades of the available level. You can also pre-select transmission type (manual/automatic) and skill level of opponents, traffic intensity, number of laps, etc. (depending on race type).

Statistics (Statistics). View game statistics (rank in each type of race).

Customize Ride. Car selection for Quick Race. Its tuning is also carried out here: installation visual improvements (visual upgrades) and performance improvements (performance upgrades).

It is important: all changes made will only be reflected in the quick race mode. For the Underground mode, you need to make separate changes, and all improvements cost money in this mode.

Options — standard set of settings (Audio, Camera, Car, Controller, Display).

It is important: in the Car menu, you can select the type of gearbox for the Underground mode, as well as turn the stability control on or off.

In addition, in paragraph EA Games Trax you can see all the musical compositions of the game and specify which ones will sound in races, which ones in the menu, and which ones should be removed from the soundtrack (see the list of tracks below, in the section "Additionally").

The ability to save / load is carried out by means of the Save / Load item (up to 8 games can be saved at the same time). Other items - credits (authors) и trailers (trailer for the game NASCAR Thunder 2004).

play online. The ability to play over the Internet with the original copy of NFS: Underground. For more details on multiplayer - again, see below, in the section "Additionally".

Underground Mode

Underground mode is the main part. The plot events will unfold in 112 races (despite the fact that the total number indicated in the menu is 111) that you need to win to become the #1 racer. The game types in the Underground mode are the same as in the Quick race, with the exception of free check-in (free run). In addition, there is tournament mode (tournament - more details in the corresponding section). Race wins bring money (the amount depends on the selected difficulty level). They can be used to buy cars and spare parts for them, which become available as you progress through the game.

It is important: the difficulty level determines the AI ​​of your opponents, it can be changed before each tournament or race in the Underground.

Machine control

Management in the game is quite simple and convenient. The meaning of the keys can be changed in the options, some default values ​​are given in table number 1.

Main machines

Girls giving the go-ahead at the start cannot be seen with minimal detail. Instead, countdown numbers will appear. It seems more convenient, but you also quickly get used to the girls.

At the beginning of the game (after the introductory mission) you will be given 5 cars (Volkswagen GOLF GTI, Honda Civic, Peugeot 206, Mazda Miata MX-5, Dodge Neon), one of which you will be able to race. Other cars will become available as you progress through the game.

2003 Peugeot 206 Gti/S16 - a sports modification of the French car Peugeot: 180 HP (HP, it is also horse power = hp, or horsepower). Base game characteristics: acceleration - 4, maximum speed - 2, handling - 3.

1999 Dodge Neon 2-door - one of the modifications of the Dodge Neon, the release of which began in 1993. Front wheel drive car, 150 HP, 132 lb-ft. Five-speed gearbox. Basic game characteristics: acceleration - 3, maximum speed - 5, handling - 2.

1999 Mazda Miata MX5. In its ideology, the MX5 belongs to the classic roadsters, whose homeland is deservedly recognized as England. It was there, according to rumors, that he was conceived - a group of automotive companies, including Lotus, tried. But the British did not pull this project, and Mazda bought a very crude prototype. The result is a great model that embodies the idea of ​​sports cars and advanced technology. So to speak, the English spirit of the 50s in the Japanese body of the 90s. 119 HP, 140 lb-ft, rear wheel drive, 4/5/6 speed gearbox. Basic game characteristics: acceleration - 4, maximum speed 4, handling - 5. The best of the first 5 cars, however, there is a big danger of engine overheating during drag-racing.

2000 Honda Civic Si Coupe. In 1995, the sixth generation of this popular front-wheel drive small class model appeared. Civic has become easily recognizable, it harmoniously fits into the urban landscape. The model featured in the game has the following parameters: 160 HP, 111 lb-ft, front-wheel drive, 5-speed gearbox. Basic game characteristics: acceleration - 2, maximum speed 4, handling - 4.

2003 Volkswagen Golf GTI 2.0. Golf is one of the most popular models of the Volkswagen Group. GTI 2.0, one of the non-series trims for this car: 180 HP, 175 lb-ft, front-wheel drive, 4/5-speed transmission. Base game characteristics: acceleration - 1, maximum speed - 1, handling - 1.

1999 Nissan Skyline R34 GTR. Clean lines, sleek looks, a 2,4L front engine and rear wheel drive are exactly what buyers expect from the sports coupe market: 310 HP, 293 lb-ft, 6-speed transmission. Base game characteristics: acceleration - 9, maximum speed 10, handling - 8. Unlocked in the race 79. Speed ​​and control make this car almost the best.

What are we doing in an abandoned tunnel? This is a short route, which should not be confused with the "dead" branches of the main highway.

1992 Nissan 240SX SE. Another car belonging to the Nissan family: 155 HP, 160 lb-ft, rear wheel drive, 4/5 speed gearbox. Base game characteristics: acceleration - 8, maximum speed - 9, handling - 7. Unlocked in race 33.

2004 Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V. This front-wheel-drive car is currently unavailable (it belongs to next year's models), but despite this, its technical characteristics are not so impressive: 175 HP, 180 lb-ft, 6-speed gearbox. Base game characteristics: acceleration - 8, maximum speed - 8, handling - 7. Unlocked in race 24.

2003Nissan 350Z. 287 HP, 274 lb-ft, 6-speed transmission, rear wheel drive. Base game characteristics: acceleration - 7, maximum speed - 10, handling - 7. Unlocked in a race 75.

2003 Hyundai Tiburon GT V6. 181 HP, 177 lb-ft, 4/5/6 speed transmission, rear wheel drive. Base game characteristics: acceleration - 8, maximum speed - 9, handling - 7. Unlocked in a race 17.

2001 Acura Integra Type R. Structurally, these machines are not much different from their twin brand Honda. The newly appeared high-speed coupe Integra Type-R, which premiered at the end of 1997, is equipped with a more forced version of the engine (197 hp). The new "old" model features more powerful brakes and stiffer suspension, although all Integras already have a pronounced sporty character. Front wheel drive, 5-speed transmission, 195 HP, 130 lb-ft. Base game characteristics: acceleration - 7, maximum speed - 10, handling - 7. Unlocked in race 53.

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer ES. Sports modification Mitsubishi Lancer. The compact class car, which meets all modern world standards, is also extremely fast: 271 HP, 273 lb-ft, all-wheel drive, 6-speed gearbox. Base game characteristics: acceleration - 8, maximum speed - 9, handling - 7. Unlocked in race 4.

2003 Subaru Impreza 2.5 RS. "The Impreza, based on the shortened Legacy platform, in the variant with permanent all-wheel drive and a powerful turbo engine, is a serious sports car. As a power plant, boxer gasoline 16-valve, 2,5 liters. 165 HP, 166 lb-ft, 4/5-speed transmission, all-wheel drive is used. Base game characteristics: acceleration - 7, maximum speed - 8, handling - 8. Unlocked in race 22.

2003 Acura RSX Type S. 200 HP, 142 lb-ft, 6-speed transmission, front wheel drive. Base game characteristics: acceleration - 7, maximum speed - 11, handling - 7. Unlocked in race 46.

2003 Honda S2000. The release of the Honda S2000 sports roadster is timed to coincide with the half-century anniversary of Honda, celebrated in the fall of 1998. This car reflects the company's inherent competitive spirit and rich sports tradition. The heart of the two-seater roadster is a 240-horsepower two-liter DOHC VTEC engine, which “spins up” to 9000 rpm. Base game characteristics: acceleration - 6, maximum speed - 11, handling - 7. Unlocked in race 69.

1998 Toyota Supra. 320 HP, 315 lb-ft, 6-speed transmission, rear wheel drive. Base game characteristics: acceleration - 7, maximum speed - 10, handling - 7. Unlocked in race 64.

1995 MazdaRX-7 is the only car in the world that has a Wankel rotary piston engine as standard. The RX-7 is a powerful 2+2 sports coupe with rear-wheel drive and manual or automatic transmissions. The car speeds up to 250 km / h, accelerating to "hundreds" in just 5,3 seconds. Other options: 255 HP, 217 lb-ft, 4/5 speed gearbox, rear wheel drive. Base game characteristics: acceleration - 8, maximum speed 10, handling - 7. Unlocked in race 73. Great for drift racing.

1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse GSX. 214 HP, 210 lb-ft, 4/5 speed transmission, all wheel drive. Base game characteristics: acceleration - 7, maximum speed - 10, handling - 8. Unlocked in a race 58.

2002 Toyota Celica GT-S. The release of the Celica model began in 1970. In the fall of 1999, the seventh generation of this sports coupe saw the light of day. To date, Celica is available in a three-door version. Specifications: 180 HP, 130 lb-ft, 4/6-speed transmission, all-wheel drive. Base game characteristics: acceleration - 8, maximum speed - 8, handling - 7. Unlocked in race 41.

2003 Ford Focus ZX3. In the development of the ZX3, Ford designers followed a well-established pattern. Since the Focus turned out to be such a good car, then why redo it - it just needs to be improved. This is a fairly fast car, the four-cylinder engine of which has a volume of 2 liters and develops power from 110 to 130 hp. Options: 130 HP, 135 lb-ft, 5-speed transmission, front wheel drive. Base game characteristics: acceleration - 8, maximum speed - 9, handling - 7. Unlocked in a race 8.

Prize cars

Globalization is also taking over computer games. On some tenth lap it is quite difficult not to notice this advertisement.

Prize cars can be found in Quick Race mode and are not available in Underground mode. Enter the appropriate mode, then select the type of race. Selecting a car will not show the name, but will show the make of the car it belongs to. That is, it will be impossible to find, for example, "VORTEX car", you should look for "Acura Integra". Unique vehicles should be near the end of the list:

Nismo Sentra/2004 Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V (Style Award #12)

VORTEX car/2000 Acura Integra Type-R (Style Award No. 4)

Petey Pablo Car/1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse GSX (Style Award No. 31)

Mystikal Car/2002 Toyota Celica GT-S (Style Award No. 40)

Rob Zombie Car/2003 Nissan 350Z (Style Award #62)

It is important: if you still can't find a prize car, make sure you've received the appropriate style award.

Tuning and unlocking upgrades

Before any Quick Race or Underground race, you will be able to install visual or performance upgrades on your car. Visual improvements are uplifting reputation which allows you to multiply style points) received during the race, as many times as the number of reputation stars you received. Style points unlock unique rewards.

It is important: some visual improvements can only be obtained by completing a particular race. Also, in some cases, access to the race will be available at a certain level of reputation (there are 5 in total).

Performance improvements directly affect 3 main parameters in the game: acceleration, maximum speed (top speed), handling.

In Underground mode, all performance improvements and most visual improvements (with the exception of the pattern on the car, colors, decals) have a price. In the Quick Race mode, any upgrades are made for free.

Performance improvements

Any improvement has three levels.

It is important: there is no difference between packages of the same level from different manufacturers.

This is what a new engine looks like. For us, the main thing is how much the maximum speed and acceleration indicators increase.

The main types of improvements are as follows.

Engine/Exhaust Package increases speed. Unlocked in races 6, 30, 66. Prices - 500, 1000, 2000.

Drive and transmission upgrade package. (Drive Train Packages) increases speed, acceleration. Unlocked in races 6, 30, 66. Prices - 500, 1000, 2000.

Tip: at the beginning, you should install the engine improvement package, fuel system and ECU or install turbo package.

It is important: Level 3 upgrade contains a 6-speed gearbox.

Tires increase controllability. Opened in races 6, 30, 66. Prices - 500, 1000, 2000.

Fuel system and ECU (ECU and Fuel System) increases speed, acceleration. Unlocked in races 6, 30, 66. Prices - 500, 1000, 2000.

Turbo Package increases acceleration and speed. Unlocked in races 9, 38, 80. Prices - 1000, 2000, 4000.

Brakes (Brake Kits) increase controllability. Unlocked in races 9, 38, 80. Prices - 1000, 2000, 4000.

Weight Reduction Kits improves acceleration and handling. Opens in races 14, 48, 91. Prices - 750, 1500 3000.

Clutch package (Suspension Package) enhances manageability. Opens in races 14, 48, 91. Prices - 750, 1500 3000.

Nitrous Oxide allows you to use a special acceleration (default is a space). The amount of nitrous oxide is next to the speed. Must be used in drag-racing mode. Opens in races 14, 48, 91. Prices - 750, 1500 3000.

Tip: in a simple race, other cars (computer controlled, of course) won't use nitrous oxide unless you've installed it. So sometimes it makes sense to take it off.

Visual improvements

Overuse of sliding can lead to a reversal. Which is not good at all if the opponents are only a couple of seconds behind.

These improvements do not affect performance, but do increase reputation.

body: front bumper, rear bumper, sides.

Rear wing (spoiler).

Hood cover.

Top (roof scoops).

Neon (Neon).

Tires (rims).

Rear and front headlights (headlights, taillights).

Muffler on the exhaust pipe (muffler tip).

Glass tinting (window tinting).

Does not affect reputation: color change (any part of the machine), decals (manufacturer's stickers) and vinyl (drawings on the body of the car). Experimenting with different types of visual enhancements allows you to create a unique style.

Note: if the visual improvements of the first group (hull, accessories) cost money (like the cars themselves and performance improvements), then the visual changes of the second group are free.

Style Awards

Style points can be earned by doing the following during a race:

& Near Miss - drive close to another neutral car (road users) - 100 points.

& power slide - sliding - depending on the duration.

The risk of a mid-air collision when flying with an enemy is quite high.

& Lead Lap - intermediate leadership during the race - 100 points.

& Clean Section (Lap, Race) - your car does not collide with anything during the section, lap, race - 50, 200, 500 points.

& Hang Time - time in the air when jumping the car - 50 + depending on the duration.

& Shortcut - short path - 100 points.

It is important: moving along short paths can help to break away from opponents, but the short path is not always the safest and most convenient.

It is important: for each short cut in each race you will only get points once, but if you find different short cuts, you will also receive a separate reward.

& head start - leadership at the start - 100 points.

& Victory - win the race - 500 points.

& Nitrous Purge - “cleaning numbers” (using nitrous oxide at the beginning of the race). During the start, hold the gas button, and before taking off, press the button to use nitrous oxide (spacebar): steam will come out from under the car - 150 points.

This is interesting: if at the same time you still become a leader, then already at the start it is easy to get 250 style points.

One of the few situations in the game where style points are deducted. Peaceful road users must be protected.

& Drafting - being in someone's slipstream (for an explanation of the term, see the "Drag-racing" section) near and behind the car - 25 + depending on the duration.

Style points can be lost when colliding with a neutral car (Hit traffic). In drag-racing mode, a collision results in a loss, while in drift mode you will also lose points for hitting walls.

It is important: the higher the speed, the more serious the collision with the traffic vehicle.

Basically, the award for style is a unique vinyl (artistic cover on the car). It can also be unique cars. Most style points can be obtained in the mode drift racing.

1 Tear Level 1 Vinyls

2 RadioShack XMOD Vinyl

3 AEM Vinyl

4 VORTEX Car (Acura Integra Type R)

5 Alpine Vinyl

6 Tear Hood Level 1 Vinyls

7Zigen Vinyl

8 Stripes Level 1 Vinyls

9Audiobahn Vinyl

10 Stripes Hood Level 1 Vinyls

11 ACT Vinyl

12 Nismo Sentra (Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V)

13 a Unique Vinyl (Custom 1)

14 Splash Level 1 Vinyls

15HP Racing Vinyl

16 Modern Level 1 Vinyls

17 Brembo Vinyl

18 ENKEI Vinyl

19 GReddy Vinyl

20 Hieroglyphics Vinyl

21 Flames Level 1 Vinyls

22 Arospeed Vinyl

23 Flames Hood Level 3 Vinyls

24 a Unique Vinyl (Custom 2)

25 BBS Vinyl

26 Lightning Level 1 Vinyls

27 Apex Vinyl

28 Venom Vinyl

29 Flags Level 1 Vinyls

30 WOLFRACE Wheels Vinyl

31 Petey Pablo Car (Mitsubishi Eclipse)

32 Tribal Level 1 Vinyls

33 Yokohama Vinyl

34 Tribal Hood Level 3 Vinyls

35 Jackson Racing Vinyl

36 Kenwood Vinyl

37 Wild Level 1 Vinyls

38 a Unique Vinyl (Custom 3)

39 Tear Level 2 Vinyls

40 Mystikal Car (Toyota Celica)

41 KVR Performance Vinyl

42 KYB America Vinyl

43 ABS Dynamics Vinyl

44 Stripes Level 2 Vinyls

45 Autozone Vinyl

46 Clutchmasters Vinyl

47 Henshin Auto Vinyl

48 NEUSPEED Vinyl

49oz Vinyl

50 Splash Level 2 Vinyls

51 Nitrous Express Vinyl

52 KONIG Vinyl

53 a Unique Vinyl (Custom 4)

54 Modern Level 2 Vinyls

55 Kumho Vinyl

56 KONI Vinyl

57 a Body Vinyl (Body 1)

58 Modern Hood Level 2 Vinyls

59 MOMO Vinyl

60 Flames Level 2 Vinyls

61 Injen Technology Vinyl

62 Rob Zombie Car (Nissan 350Z)

63 Lightning Level 2 Vinyls

64 JSP America Vinyl

65 DC Sports Vinyl

66 Eibach Springs Vinyl

67 Flags Level 2 Vinyls

68 a Unique Vinyl (Custom 5)

69 Scorpion Exhaust Vinyl

70 Sparco Vinyl

71 Tribal Level 2 Vinyls

72 Wild Level 2 Vinyls

73 a Body Vinyl (Body 2)

74 Tear Level 3 Vinyls

75 Stuff Magazine Vinyl

76 a Unique Vinyl (Custom 6)

77 Bilstein Vinyl

78 Borla Vinyl

79 Stripes Level 3 Vinyls

80 a Body Vinyl (Body 3)

81 Apex Integration Vinyl

82 Splash Level 3 Vinyls

83 a Unique Vinyl (Custom 7)

84 Modern Level 3 Vinyls

85 Wilwood Vinyl

86 Extreme Dimensions Vinyl

87 Flames Level 3 Vinyls

88 Eurolite Vinyl

89 Street Glow Vinyl

90 Stillen Vinyl

91 Lightning Level 3 Vinyls

92 a Unique Vinyl (Custom 8)

93 Flags Level 3 Vinyls

94 lostprophets Car (Nissan Skyline GT-R)

95 H&R Springs Vinyl

96 HKS USA Vinyl

97 a Body Vinyl (Body 4)

98 Tribal Level 3 Vinyls

99 Skunk2 Racing Vinyl

100 Wild Level 3 Vinyls

101 a Unique Vinyl (Custom 9)

102 Turbonetics Vinyl

103 Racing Hart Wheels Vinyl

104 a Unique Vinyl (Custom 10)

105 a Body Vinyl (Body 5)

106 Toyo Tires Vinyl

107 PLASMAGLOW Vinyl

108 a Unique Vinyl (Custom 11)

109 PIAA Vinyl

110 NOS (Holley) Vinyl

111 Samantha's Honda Civic (Honda Civic)

112 Junkman's Honda Civic (Honda Civic)

113 Melissa's Nissan 350Z (Nissan 350Z)

114 Eddie's Nissan Skyline (Nissan Skyline GT-R)