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

EA's Executive Vice President, Vince Zampella, recently shed light on the current state 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 title. EA is prioritizing this new Battlefield game, incorporating significant player feedback and leveraging the resources of four different studios. This commitment reflects a desire to learn from the launch challenges faced by Battlefield 2042, which received considerable criticism. Zampella emphasized EA's commitment to a "we're listening to the players" approach, a philosophy extending to future Need for Speed content.

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 prove beneficial. Recent NFS entries haven't entirely resonated with fans. A strategic pause, allowing time to build anticipation and incorporate player feedback for a potential franchise reboot, could yield positive results.

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