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Need for Speed: Shift 2 Unleashed

A Racing game by Slightly Mad Studios, released in 2011

81/100🔴Niche / Inactive🥈Proton SilverPlayStation 3PC (Microsoft Windows)Xbox 360

Bring the true driver’s experience to life with all the intensity and exhilaration of being behind the wheel!

Single playerMultiplayerSplit screen

Buy Need for Speed: Shift 2 Unleashed - Best Price

Current lowest price for Need for Speed: Shift 2 Unleashed PC key. Verified daily.

$29.99
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Need for Speed: Shift 2 Unleashed price comparison table across Steam, GOG, and Epic.
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Need for Speed: Shift 2 Unleashed Download Size

We are currently tracking official storage requirements for Need for Speed: Shift 2 Unleashed. Check back for updates on install size and SSD costs.

Is Need for Speed: Shift 2 Unleashed Dead?

Live player count and server population analysis.

🔴Niche / Inactive
3Players Online

There are currently 3 people playing Need for Speed: Shift 2 Unleashed, indicating a niche or private community. Coordinate via Discord for best results.

Current Activity24h Peak: 3.6
Estimated Match Wait: Long Wait / Discord Required
Live Data from SteamAPI

Where is the Need for Speed: Shift 2 Unleashed save file?

Manual backup locations for PC, Mac, and Linux.

Manual Backup Required
Copy
%USERPROFILE%\AppData\Local\NeedforSpeedShift2Unleashed\Saved\SaveGames

How to backup manually on Windows

  1. Press Win + R to open the Run dialog.
  2. Paste the path above and press Enter.
  3. Locate the save files (usually .sav, .json, or similar).
  4. Copy the entire folder to a backup location.
Copy
~/Library/Application Support/NeedforSpeedShift2Unleashed/Saves

How to backup manually on Mac

  1. Open Finder and press ⌘ + Shift + G.
  2. Paste the path above and click Go.
  3. Locate the save files in the folder.
  4. Duplicate the folder to create a backup.
Copy
~/.local/share/NeedforSpeedShift2Unleashed/Saves

How to backup manually on Linux

  1. Open a terminal and use cd to navigate to the path.
  2. Or use your file manager and press Ctrl + L to enter the path.
  3. Locate the save files (.sav, .json, or game-specific format).
  4. Copy the folder with cp -r or your file manager.
Source: PCGamingWiki ↗

Is Need for Speed: Shift 2 Unleashed Steam Deck Compatible?

SteamOS and Linux Proton performance analysis.

Valve Official🚫Unsupported
Community Rating🥈 Proton Silver

Performance Analysis

Need for Speed: Shift 2 Unleashed is playable on Steam Deck, but expect some friction. You might encounter small text or need to manually bring up the keyboard. Cap frame rate at 40FPS for battery life.

Confidence: Moderate
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Can I Run Need for Speed: Shift 2 Unleashed?

System requirements not available for this title.

Is Need for Speed: Shift 2 Unleashed Good?

Aggregated critic scores and player sentiment analysis.

81
Rated 81 out of 100
Generally Favorable6 Verified Reviews

The Verdict

Based on 6 critic reviews, Need for Speed: Shift 2 Unleashed has received generally positive feedback. With a solid score of 81, it stands out as a strong entry in the racing category, though it may have minor flaws.

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