The Need for Speed facts for kids

The Need for Speed is a super exciting car racing video game. It was created by a company called Electronic Arts. This game is special because it was the very first one in the famous Need for Speed series. It first came out on gaming systems like the 3DO, PlayStation, and Sega Saturn.

About the Game

The Need for Speed lets players race cool cars on different tracks. It was known for its realistic graphics and sounds for its time. The game also featured police chases, which became a popular part of the series.

Gameplay Basics

In the game, you pick a car and a track to race on. You can compete against other computer-controlled cars. The goal is to finish first. Some races even have police trying to stop you.

Cars and Tracks

The game included several real-life sports cars. These cars were carefully detailed to look like their real versions. Players could race on various tracks, from winding country roads to busy city streets.

Release and Platforms

The Need for Speed was first released in 1994. It came out on the 3DO console first. Later, it was also released for the PlayStation and Sega Saturn. This helped many more players enjoy the game.

Images for kids

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  The player driving a Chevrolet Corvette on Coastal.

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  The Ferrari 512 TR is one of the eight cars included in the original 3DO version of The Need for Speed.

See also

In Spanish: The Need for Speed para niños