EA's Vince Zampella, Executive Vice President, recently provided an update on the Need for Speed franchise. With over two years having passed since the release of NFS Unbound, EA remains quiet on the series' future.
This silence is explained by Criterion Games' current commitment to the next Battlefield installment. Zampella emphasized EA's dedication to this new Battlefield, prioritizing player feedback and involving four studios in its development. The aim is to learn from the heavily criticized launch of Battlefield 2042, avoiding past mistakes. This player-centric approach extends to future NFS Unbound content.
It's highly probable that EA will refocus on Need for Speed only after the launch and initial post-release support for the new Battlefield concludes. This delay might be beneficial; recent NFS entries haven't resonated strongly with fans. A strategic reboot, prioritizing player feedback and allowing time for past disappointments to fade, could revitalize the franchise.
In short, expect no imminent Need for Speed announcements.
