Vince Zampella, EA's Executive Vice President, recently shed light on the current state of the Need for Speed (NFS) franchise. It's been over two years since the release of NFS Unbound, and fans have been eagerly awaiting news on what's next. However, Zampella clarified that EA's immediate focus is not on NFS but on the development of the next Battlefield game.
Criterion Games, the studio behind NFS, is currently dedicating its efforts to the new Battlefield project. This initiative is being spearheaded by four different studios, with EA putting significant emphasis on incorporating player feedback. Zampella emphasized that the goal is to avoid the missteps experienced with Battlefield 2042, which faced heavy criticism at launch due to its gameplay choices.
This commitment to listening to player feedback extends to future content for NFS Unbound as well. The strategy seems to be to prioritize the successful launch and support of the new Battlefield before turning attention back to Need for Speed. This approach might actually benefit the NFS series. Recent entries have left fans wanting more, and taking time to rebuild the franchise with a focus on player satisfaction could be a smart move. By allowing some time to pass, EA can leverage nostalgia and address past disappointments to deliver a revitalized NFS experience.
So, if you're a Need for Speed enthusiast, don't hold your breath for new announcements anytime soon. EA's current roadmap has the next Battlefield game taking center stage, and NFS will likely remain on the back burner until that project reaches a stable post-launch phase.
