Need for Speed Unbound
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"I really want Criterion to be considered the best studio in the UK" – why the home of Burnout has a future with Battlefield
Criterion Games, known for the Burnout series and Need for Speed Unbound, is now fully focused on the Battlefield franchise, contributing significantly to Battlefield 6. Studio leadership emphasizes that the core principles of controlled chaos and spectacle that defined their racing games are still present in their current work on Battlefield. The studio has grown and is aiming to be considered the best in the UK.
Sorry, You’re (Probably) Never Going To Get Another Need For Speed Game
Rebecka Coutaz, general manager of Battlefield Studios Europe, has stated that Criterion Games is now solely focused on the Battlefield franchise, effectively ending the development of new Need for Speed and Burnout titles. Criterion, which previously developed several Need for Speed and Burnout games, will leverage its expertise in creating intense player experiences for Battlefield. This shift means fans are unlikely to see new installments in the beloved racing series anytime soon.
Four fan-favorite THQ Nordic games are coming to Switch and Switch 2
THQ Nordic is bringing four fan-favorite games to the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. Additionally, Sony announced the PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for January 2026, featuring Need for Speed Unbound, Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed, and Core Keeper, available to members from January 6 to February 2.
JDM: Japanese Drift Master review – Touge Demon
JDM: Japanese Drift Master is an open-world racing game focused on drifting, developed by Gaming Factory. It captures the spirit of Japanese car culture with a handling model that balances arcade and simulation, deep customization, and a manga-style narrative. While lacking the polish of AAA titles like Forza Horizon 6, it succeeds as a passionate love letter to drifting.
PlayStation Plus free games: here are the PS Plus games for April 2026
PlayStation Plus members can claim several free games for April 2026, including Lords of the Fallen, Tomb Raider I-III Remastered, and Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream. The monthly offerings also feature titles like PGA Tour 2K25, Monster Hunter Rise, and The Elder Scrolls Online Collection: Gold Road for both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4.
