Need for Speed: Rivals is an open world racing game and the 20th installment in this series. Like Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit , it supports two storylines: The Racer and The Cop, with three separate paths: patrol, enforcer, or undercover. Both have a full career progression, through speedlists for the racer and assignments for the cop. Players level up by completing objectives. There are gadgets such as EMPs, shockwaves and the ability to call in roadblocks that can be upgraded. The game takes place in the fictional location Redview County. It is an open world with 160 km of streets. The game still incorporates the Autolog system and introduces AllDrive, which allows the player to seamlessly transition from the single-player game to online multiplayer, both cooperatively and head-to-head.
Need for Speed: Rivals is a racing game where players can compete in various modes, including police pursuits and street racing. The game features over 40 cars, each with its unique speed and handling characteristics.
The gameplay is fast-paced and action-packed, requiring players to make quick decisions and drive skills to overcome obstacles and opponents. With the ability to upgrade gadgets and unlock new cars, players can enhance their performance and dominate on the track.