Games like The Need for Speed on PlayStation
3 of the 5 modern alternatives to The Need for Speed (1994) run on PlayStation. The cheapest is art of rally at € 24,99. One is made by independent developers.
PlayStation is well served for console classics, through official remasters, the PlayStation Plus classics catalogue, and the many indie games built in the style of the originals. Availability of older PS1 and PS2 titles varies by region and changes over time.
Prices, platform availability and Steam Deck compatibility can change at any time. Always check the store page before buying.
art of rally Indie
€ 24,99A stylish, minimalist indie rally racer with a stunning look.
art of rally is also an alternative to 2 other classics
art of rally runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Need for Speed Hot Pursuit Remastered
€ 29,99Cops versus racers on open roads, the purest expression of what the first Need for Speed was chasing.
Need for Speed Hot Pursuit Remastered runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Playable.
Need for Speed Unbound
€ 29,99The stylish current entry with street racing and open-world police chases.
Need for Speed Unbound is also an alternative to 1 other classic
Need for Speed Unbound runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, Switch, Steam Deck.
Not on PlayStation
These alternatives to The Need for Speed are listed on the main page, but do not run on PlayStation:
All 5 games like The Need for Speed