| Shift 2 Unleashed | |
|---|---|
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| Developer(s) | Slightly Mad Studios |
| Publisher(s) | Electronic Arts |
| Series | Need for Speed |
| Release date(s) | NA March 29, 2011 EU March 31, 2011 |
| Release type | Multi-platform |
| Genre(s) | Racing |
| Mode(s) | Single-player, Multiplayer |
| GameID(s) | BLUS30580 (IRD), BLES01066 (IRD), NPEB00618, NPUB30539 |
| Internal resolution | 1280x720 |
| Quick links | Check Compatibility Open Issues Search Google Wikipedia Page |
Shift 2: Unleashed (also known as Need for Speed: Shift 2 – Unleashed) is a simcade racing video game, the seventeenth installment of the Need for Speed series. It was developed by Slightly Mad Studios and published by Electronic Arts. The game serves as a direct sequel to Need for Speed: Shift and expands on many aspects that were introduced in the original. Shift 2: Unleashed was released worldwide during March and April 2011.
Shift 2: Unleashed features over 145 cars from more than 37 manufacturers and over 36 different tracks, which players can compete in several types of races. Players can also compete online. The game also features three new main additions: an in-helmet camera, night-time racing and the Autolog feature introduced with Need for Speed Hot Pursuit.
Configuration
Options that deviate from RPCS3's default settings and provide the best experience with this title are listed below.
GPU configuration
| Setting | Option | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| ZCULL accuracy | Relaxed | Improves performance with no visible side effects. |
| Resolution scale | 100 | Values over 100% will only upscale the HUD and downscale the rest. Use FSR as an alternative. |
| Write color buffers | On | Fixes corrupted textures on the body of a custom colored car the player drives during races. |
Advanced configuration
| Setting | Option | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Driver wake-up delay | 200 | Improves stability. |
| Vblank rate | 120 | Raises the game's FPS limit. Can go higher. Causes the camera's speed in the Garage and Car Lot to increase. |
Known Issues
The game will not get past the title screen if libsysutil_np_trophy.sprx isn't selected. This issue has been fixed, update the emulator to the latest version.
Special Notes
Netplay testing
For the complete list of games tested with RPCN, please check the RPCN Compatibility List.
| Game Version | RPCS3 Version | Connects? | Create/Join lobbies? | Match with others? | Online features working? | Requires custom servers? | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | Yes | No | No | No | Requires custom server. |