New Need For Speed won't come out in the nearest future

EA Executive Vice President Vince Zampella recently shed light on the current status of the Need for Speed franchise. With NFS Unbound released over two years ago and a noticeable lack of subsequent announcements, many are wondering what's next.

The answer, according to Zampella, lies with Criterion Games' current focus: the next Battlefield game. EA's top priority is this new Battlefield title, a project involving four studios and heavily incorporating player feedback to avoid repeating the missteps of Battlefield 2042. This player-centric approach extends to future Need for Speed content as well.

It's highly probable that EA will revisit Need for Speed only after the launch and initial post-release support for the new Battlefield concludes. This delay might be beneficial; recent NFS entries haven't resonated strongly with fans. A strategic pause, allowing time to address past criticisms and cultivate renewed anticipation, could pave the way for a successful franchise reboot.

In short, don't anticipate any Need for Speed news in the immediate future.