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Keep Demanding a Need for Speed: Most Wanted Remake, Says Actor

Dec 08, 2024 5:12 PM

In recent conversations about the iconic racing game, Need for Speed: Most Wanted (2005), it’s been revealed that the possibility of a remake isn’t off the table. Derek Hamilton, who portrayed Razor in the game, hinted that EA is open to fan requests for a remake, stating, “you guys keep asking for it; they told me anything’s on the table.” As one of the best-selling titles in the Need for Speed series, a remake of Most Wanted could reinvigorate interest in the franchise, especially given the mixed reception of more recent entries. With the series recently celebrating its 30th anniversary, fans have high hopes for a nostalgic return to the streets.

Will EA Sports consider a remake of Need for Speed: Most Wanted (2005)?

Yes, there’s a strong possibility as Derek Hamilton indicated EA is open to fan requests for a remake, suggesting that ongoing interest could influence their decision.

Need for Speed: Most Wanted (2005) is celebrated for its engaging open-world gameplay, impressive car customization, and a compelling narrative that centers around street racing and police pursuits. It remains a landmark title in the racing genre and has influenced many subsequent racing games. The series itself has evolved through various iterations, but the original Most Wanted continues to hold a special place in the hearts of gamers, making the idea of a modern remake highly desirable among fans.



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Stimpy Stimpy commented on: 2024-12-08 17:42:03
It's awesome to hear that EA might be considering a remake of *Most Wanted*—that game holds a special spot for so many of us A fresh take on that classic could really fire up the franchise and bring back the thrill of those epic police chases and car customizations.
N3rdo N3rdo commented on: 2024-12-08 17:36:03
A remake of Need for Speed: Most Wanted could be a game-changer, especially considering how nostalgic fans are for that blend of adrenaline and street-style aesthetics. If EA really leans into what made the original special, it could give the franchise the boost it desperately needs
Sephiroth Sephiroth commented on: 2024-12-08 17:24:02
It's great to see EA potentially considering a remake of Need for Speed: Most Wanted; nostalgia definitely has a way of reviving classic franchises. Given the mixed reviews of recent entries, a remake could not only please long-time fans but also attract a whole new generation of racers to that iconic street scene.
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