WELCOME TO PALM CITY
The events of Need for Speed Heat take place in Palm City — a racing paradise and a bustling metropolis with many unique districts. During the day, the city hosts the sanctioned Speedhunters Showdown competitions, where you can earn money from high-stakes races, drifting and off-road racing.
Explore the sun-drenched urban jungle, collect dream cars in your garage, assemble a crew of like-minded racers and test your skills in sanctioned competitions against the best drivers. When you're ready, head out on a nighttime adventure.
Own the night
When the sun goes down, Palm City turns into a neon-soaked playground for illegal street racing. More risk — more adrenaline.
At night, lawlessness and danger rule the city. Racers tempt fate, take part in no-rules races and risk everything for reputation. After sunset, danger lurks around every corner, and your rivals are just waiting for you to slip up.
So why race at night? It's simple. When the sun goes down, the stakes go up, which means it's easier to make a name for yourself. Prove yourself in the world of street racing. Don't let anyone or anything knock you off your pedestal. Not even the law.
Take on corrupt cops
The cops you'll encounter during the day uphold the law and play by the rules.
At night, Palm City shows its dark side. The law changes when the sun sets below the horizon. Police badges are just a cover for corrupt cops to strip your ride for parts.
These are hunters who want prey — you, your car and your freedom. They'll resort to any trick to destroy an upstart racer and his tuned car.
Modify your car
Winning is the essence of the game in Palm City. Winning unlocks more options in the garage. Winning strengthens your crew. Winning makes you famous. But you have to ride in style, otherwise first place means nothing.
That's why the garage is so important in Need for Speed Heat. It's a sanctuary, a refuge where you and your crew can celebrate a victory or lick your wounds and recover from a crushing defeat. It's also a workshop for building the perfect car.
You have everything you need to turn a stock car into your dream ride: from bold body colors and racing stripes to serious hardware under the hood.
In Palm City, racers are driven not only by a thirst for speed but also by a thirst for self-expression. Let your imagination run wild and create a unique car that embodies your character. Discover all the customization possibilities.
Assemble a tight-knit crew
The first step to success in Palm City is taking part in daytime races.
The more you win, the more interesting you become to other racers. Some may even want to join you. That's your crew. Your gang. You're blood. With a tight-knit crew, it's easier to take on challenges.
The more you win, the higher your reputation and the better your chances of assembling a crew that will go through fire, water and thrilling challenges with you.
Real heat
In this game, the roads, the racing and the risk never end. Your blood boils when you go head-to-head with a rival or stand up to the corrupt cops of Palm City.
Will you take a huge risk for a generous reward? Will you agree to tempt fate on the night streets for glory? And when the cops get on your tail, will you have what it takes to beat them and claim the grand prize?
A word from the developers
We can't wait for the release of Need for Speed Heat. And we can't wait to see how you begin your journey to the top. And while the roar of engines is still silent, read a short word from the developers.
"Need for Speed Heat is a real achievement for Ghost Games, and we're proud of it. When we started developing the game, we decided not only to recreate the spirit and core features that brought the NFS series success, but to make them even better. We put a lot of work and love into bringing these ideas to life, and we can already picture you exploring the streets of Palm City and discovering something new. Stay with us, and we'll share exciting news and tell you what to expect from daytime competitions and nighttime adventures in Need for Speed Heat."