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Need for Speed: Heat... ALL text flagged as profanity in license plate editor
After approximately a dozen agents chatting with me over the last hour or so, they suggested that I post here that on NFS: Heat on PC that no matter what I put into the License Plate text editor, it's always flagged as profanity. I have verified integrity of game files, completed several reboots, completed a clean boot, verified language and region settings are all aligned between the PC, game, EA app, and steam. I am attaching the screenshots sent to the chat agents and (hopefully) a clip. Excuse the quality of screenshots and the clip. The chat only allows a 5MB still shot per upload and the forum only allows a max of 75MB and I play in 4k.3.3KViews7likes25CommentsNeed for speed Heat Connection issues with servers and error code 40050000
Lately on Need for speed Heat I'm having problems connecting to the game's servers and especially to view the crews and go online to get and download the Community Vinyls, in fact it always tells me error inventory synchronization failed and always comes out the same error code 40050000. [Thread moved from NFS IT to NFS EN, please review the guidelines to find the right language board for your post. EA_Claus]Solved49Views0likes1CommentNo Connection Issue
Hi. I recently downloaded NFS No Limits on my iPhone and it worked like a charm. However, today (10 April 2026) I was able to play during the morning hours but in the evening while I was on data I was unable to play the game. I went home and tried on the WiFi connection and failed again. I then removed my cover just make sure it wasn’t the problem, but still says “No Connection”. I then tried restarting the phone, deleting NFS No Limits and installing it again, but nothing worked. I’ve attached a screenshot of the screen I get on my iPhone. Please help, thanks!259Views2likes12CommentsNFS: no limits stuck on loading screen
Im currently running on ios 9.0.2 , iphone 6s plus. However when i open up the need for speed : no limits app , it will remain stuck on the loading screen . I have tried to re-download and re-opened the app a few times but this problem still cannot be solved . Any solutions?85KViews13likes43CommentsNfs idea
Hey @NeedforSpeed / @CriterionGames 👋👋 I’ve been a BIG fan of nfs and I wanted to share some ideas I think would make the next NFS amazing: 1. Japan map🗺️ 2. Nfs heat back fire🔥 3. Open world 🌆 4. More cars (ex. Subaru legacy 3.0r, volvo s60R, etc)🚗 5. More customization 6. Better sounds🔊 7. Name idea (Need for Speed: Neon)💡 I’m even trying to make my own racing game inspired by NFS 🎮 Would love to hear what you think! 💬23Views0likes0Comments- 16Views0likes1Comment
nsf most wanted 2012 freezes and crashes after startup menu
ive seen a lot of similar issues with this game. if you want to suggest what other people have done then dont bother answering, ive tried most of what others have suggested such as, clearing cahse running in admin changing save files. pretty much anything that was suggested before january 2023, dont hint at it as it will not work. i have seen people play it so i know they got it working, i just don't know how to make it work though the ea play app on windows 10. my need for speed most wanted 2012 is on the ea app that came out recently and when i load past the start up menu and it is loading to start the game, it freezes for about 2 seconds and crashes and exits the game completely, no error message, nada. i want to play this game so badly and i own it, and im not downloading on emulator "tbh to many malware issues with that crap anyways" so on top of that, can i get anything relating to the ea app and not origin? thank youSolved[PC] NFS MW 2012 needs to be activated via an Origin login with EA launcher
Hello, I looked everywhere and could find some similar issue but not mine. The issue is that I re-downloaded Need For Speed Most Wanted (2012) that I got in 2016 via Origin, but now that I want to launch it via the EA Launcher, it's prompting me to activate my game using my Origin IDs, which they are supposed to be the same as my EA account but it's telling me that I got a wrong email/password. Changing my EA account email and password did nothing. Thanks for your help.Solved2.9KViews4likes6CommentsHello, as a game developer, can I extend the support for the game and servers?
I hope we can reach an agreement on this matter, etc. Because as a code developer, I wouldn't want the game or server support to be terminated. Need for Speed Hot Pursuit Remasted. I want the servers in this game to never end, etc. Because this game is old, but it's still great, I just want the support to last, etc.Solved68Views1like2CommentsMy new NFS Unbound purchase went to waste because of some unknown reason.
I bought my NFS Unbound in a sale this year through steam , thinking I will enjoy the game I used to play in my childhood. As I was away from my system, my friend tried to play the game, so he opened it from steam. When asked to connect to an EA account he created a new account with a temp email thinking the he wouldn't want to hinder my progress with my email. Now later , when I came back and tried playing , I got the message that my account has been banned. I first thought my original EA account has been banned, but later got to know some other EA account is connected to my steam and it has been banned. I found this later that it was him who tried to play but couldn't, it seems EA has banned the account because it was created using a temp mail. Now , that email is destroyed and there is no way to access it and unlink from my steam account. I mailed to EA support and its been a while but I got no response about this situation. I mailed with the attachments of the purchase as well. I also made an appeal to unban the account. But as per my logic, if temp mails are supposed to be banned or they are not allowed , EA shouldn't let us create an account with such unknown origin emails only or at least warn the user. Also, I have no idea why exactly it is banned , I am just guessing that this could be the reason. Banned EA account ID: zelslayer669 I can log into it , when I start the game, otherwise I cannot. Let me know if anyone have any suggestions on what I should do.118Views0likes3CommentsNFS Heat is still fun… it just needs ONE small thing
Lets discuss this; I still play Need for Speed Heat and once in a blue moon I come across a player who drives like they have the same love for the game as I do. Its no secret why though, Its an old game. Old games die. But not all have to. Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Breakpoint's "Immersive Mode" update resuscitated that entire project and NFS Heat can too using that same approach by introducing an "Adaptive Cop System". Allow the player to control and personalize police presence and behavior. Key features: cop intensity slider (low → insane) separate settings for day/night cops reacting more to what you’re actually doing (speeding, racing, causing chaos, etc.) This could be a low-effort update that would actually bring people back. Does anyone still play NFS Heat specifically? If so let me know how this idea sounds, I really want to get some traction on it.82Views0likes2CommentsCome on, make this need for Speed?
Subject: Feature Request for Next NFS: The "Ultimate Underground" Vision To the Need for Speed Development Team, I am writing to share a vision for the next generation of Need for Speed on PS5 that would bridge the gap between classic tuner culture and modern open-world freedom. To make this the "baddest" game in the franchise's history, it needs to focus on these specific features: 8K Photorealistic Graphics: We want gritty, photorealistic graphics optimized for 8K resolution. The world needs to look real—no cartoon effects—with realistic lighting on neon streets and rain-slicked asphalt. On-Foot Escapes & GTA Freedom: Players should be able to jump out of their cars to evade police on foot, hide in alleys, or walk through realistic car meets. If the car is cornered, the chase isn't over until the player is caught. Ultimate Engine Building: No "either/or" restrictions. We want to build Compound Twin-Charged setups (turbo feeding a supercharger) with nitrous. Let us build the engine the way we want with total freedom. Total Customization: Customization for everything—hoods, wings, the entire interior (dash, seats, wheels), and "cutaway" options to show off engine swaps and custom frames. Online World with AI Cops: A seamless online experience where AI "Computer Cops" are always hunting you, using PIT maneuvers, helicopters, and aggressive tactics. Must-Have "Bad Boy" Car List: The Complete Pontiac GTO Legacy: Every generation from the oldest 1964/1965 originals and the 1969 Judge, all the way up to the newest 2006 models with LS1, LS2, and LS3 engine options. The Complete Toyota Supra Legacy: Every generation from the oldest Celica Supras to the legendary A80 (2JZ-GTE) all the way up to the newest A90 models. The Nissan Skyline/GT-R Legacy: Every generation from the oldest "Hakosuka" to the R32, R33, R34, and the newest R35 GT-R. The Complete Honda Civic Collection: Every generation from the classic 90s hatchbacks (EG/EK) to the Si and the 2026 Type R. Modern Powerhouses: 2011 Mazda Mazdaspeed 3 Sport, Chevy Corvette (LS9/ZR1), Chevy Tahoe, Dodge Demon/Hellcat Redeye, 2015/16 BMW M5 (Twin-Turbo V8), and Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing. Classic "Oldies" & 2026 Future: 1969 Dodge Charger R/T, 1970 Chevelle SS, 2026 Dodge Charger EV, and 2026 Porsche 911 Hybrid. This is the game the streets are talking about. If you build this, it will be the most successful racing game20Views0likes0CommentsConnection Lost — Account Issue (Needs Profile Reset)
Hello, I cannot connect to online features in Need for Speed Unbound. It always shows “CONNECTION LOST”. I have already tried: - Fresh Windows install - New SSD - Cleared EA + Steam cache - Deleted local and cloud saves - Changed IP / ISP - VPN test Another EA account works perfectly on the SAME PC and SAME network. So this is clearly an account-level backend issue. Please escalate this to the technical team and perform: Online Profile Reset / Persona Reset / Trust Token Refresh EA ID: X_Sengoku_X Platform: Steam (PC) Report code: 96de156c-a029-4df5-a67f-c05071a036b4 Thank you.147Views0likes3CommentsNeed For Speed Rivals online servers shutting down on October 7, 2025
Need For Speed Rivals online servers are permanently shutting down on October 7, 2025 for Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC on October 7, 2025. This is not widely known as there was no official EA post / news article about Need For Speed Rivals online servers shutting down. EA silently added NFS Rivals to the list of Online Services Shutdown on their EA Service Updates website. Link: https://www.ea.com/legal/service-updates/i-q Need For Speed Rivals online servers lasted for almost 12 years from November 2013 to October 7, 2025, which is actually a pretty long online servers' lifespan. NFS Rivals can be played offline after its online servers get permanently shut down. NFS Rivals is not an online-only game. While the PC version of NFS Rivals has no achievements, the console versions of NFS Rivals has achievements and two of them can only be obtained online (which are Friendly Race - Win a race against a friend and Buddy Bust - Bust a friend). It's highly recommended to obtain the Friendly Race and Buddy Bust achievements before the online servers permanently shut down. R.I.P. Need For Speed Rivals online servers 🫡1.5KViews2likes2Commentsrenew Need for speed undeground serwers Me ex Projekt manager
Hi, it's me, Frank Benton, who wants to renew the servers of the game Need for Speed Underground 2 at my own request as a former Project Manager and I want to renew the game. It has gained a lot of popularity and has a lot of interest in it.30Views0likes0Comments
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