Razor
A key Blacklist rival representing one of the game's top street racers.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
D-pad | Steer |
|---|---|
A | Accelerate |
B | Brake or reverse |
How it plays
How does Need for Speed: Most Wanted play?
Races are viewed from a raised, behind-the-car perspective on compact 3D-style tracks. The main objective is to finish ahead of opponents, escape police when pursued, or complete event-specific requirements.
Players steer through traffic and corners, accelerate, brake, use nitrous when available, and select events from the career structure. Winning races provides money and progress, allowing access to faster cars and further challenges.
Alongside career events, the handheld version includes standalone racing activities and pursuit-focused challenges. Performance depends on learning shortcuts, controlling speed through turns, and choosing suitable upgrades.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Need for Speed: Most Wanted?
Brake before tight corners rather than entering them at full speed. Save nitrous for long straights or the final section of a close race.
In pursuits, avoid predictable routes and use narrow passages or sharp turns to break police contact. Upgrade acceleration and handling when a car is difficult to control; maximum speed is not always the most useful improvement.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Cross
The police pursuit officer who embodies the game's aggressive chase pressure.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Learn each course's sharp turns before spending heavily on upgrades.
- 2
Use nitrous after exiting a corner, not while still turning.
- 3
During pursuits, change direction frequently to reduce the chance of being boxed in.
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