New Need For Speed won't come out in the nearest future

EA's VP Vince Zampella recently provided an update on the status of the Need for Speed franchise. With NFS Unbound released over two years ago and no subsequent announcements, many fans are wondering what's next.

The reason for the silence? Criterion Games, the studio behind Need for Speed, is currently fully committed to developing the next Battlefield game. Zampella emphasized that this new Battlefield title is EA's top priority, with development incorporating significant player feedback and involving four studios. The company aims to avoid repeating the missteps of Battlefield 2042, which faced considerable criticism upon its release.

This player-centric approach extends to future Need for Speed content. It's highly probable that EA will refocus on Need for Speed only after the launch and initial post-launch support of the new Battlefield game. This delay might prove beneficial; recent NFS installments haven't met with universal acclaim. A strategic pause could allow fans to move past past disappointments and potentially foster renewed enthusiasm for a future Need for Speed reboot.

In short, don't anticipate any Need for Speed news in the immediate future.