Welcome to Seacrest County, where the asphalt burns and the sirens wail. Need for Speed Hot Pursuit (2010) throws you into the high-octane world of street racing and law enforcement, letting you either tear up the open world as a racer or hunt down speeders as a cop. Whether you're behind the wheel of a souped-up sports car or a powerful police interceptor, you'll be pushing vehicles to their limits in intense chases across stunning locations like Rio De Janeiro and Dubai.
This guide dives deep into mastering every aspect of Hot Pursuit. We'll help you conquer the Career Event Trees, from the basic Hot Pursuit races to the elite Hyper Series. You'll learn how to optimize your vehicle performance, unlock every piece of pursuit tech, and navigate the challenging Autolog challenges. Get ready to earn your bounty and become Seacrest County's Most Wanted, or bring the heat as the ultimate law enforcer.
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Master Need for Speed Hot Pursuit with our comprehensive guide. Learn menu and racing controls, game types, race modes, car details, track information, and helpful tips.
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Introduction:
This guide is designed to help players complete Need for Speed 3: Hot Pursuit. The author has not played other NFS games and will disregard any E-Mails related to them. This FAQ was created due to the limited availability of guides for this game.
Table of Contents:
- I. Version History
- II. Controls
- III. Game Type
- One Player
- Two Player
- IV. Race Modes
- Single Race
- Hot Pursuit
- Tournament
- Knockout
- Practice
- V. Style
- Arcade
- Simulation
- VI. Skill Level
- Beginner
- Expert
- VII. Tracks
- Hometown
- Redrock Ridge
- Atlantica
- Rocky Pass
- Country Woods
- Lost Canyons
- Aquatica
- The Summit
- Empire City
- VIII. Opponents
- IX. Cars
- Ferrari 355 F1
- Chevrolet Corvette
- Lamborghini Coutach
- Italdesign Nazca C2
- Ferrari 550 Maranello
- Lamborghini Diablo SV
- Jaguar XJR-15
- Mercedes CLK-GTR
- El Nino
- X. Top Speed
- Ferrari 355 F1
- Chevrolet Corvette
- Lamborghini Coutach
- Italdesign Nazca C2
- Ferrari 550 Maranello
- Lamborghini Diablo SV
- Jaguar XJR-15
- Mercedes CLK-GTR
- El Nino
- XI. Track Records
- XII. Codes
- XIII. Secret Tracks
- XIV. Tricks/Tips
- XV. Gameshark Codes
- XVI. Copyright
- XVII. Credits
- XVIII. Author's Note
Version History:
- .1: First Release, includes everything except Gameshark codes.
- .2: Updated, added GS codes and a trick/tip.
- .3: Updated, tested GS codes, Neoseeker requested the FAQ.
- .4: Updated, removed a bad code, considered Gamewinners.
- .5: Updated, added tournament points.
- .6: Updated, Psxcodez requested the FAQ.
- .7: Updated, added "Top Speed" section, major formatting correction.
- Final: Added Track Records section, last version, ASCII Art added, font size changed (best viewed in Courier New 10).
- Final: IGN allowed to post FAQs.
- Final: Changed format for better appearance.
- 1.3: Guide reformatted from scratch, marked as the final version for this format.
Controls:
| Menu Controls | Action |
|---|---|
| Up & Down on D-Pad | Move Highlight |
| Left & Right on D-Pad | Change Selection |
| Triangle | Previous Screen |
| X Button | Choose Selection |
| Circle | Bring up Menu Control screen |
| Start Button | Advance to next screen |
| Racing Controls | Action |
|---|---|
| Start Button | Pause |
| X Button | Accelerate |
| Square | Brake; Reverse |
| Triangle | Change Views |
| Circle | Handbrake |
| L1 | Regenerate Car |
| L2 | Look behind |
| R1 | Shift Up |
| R2 | Shift Down |
| D-Pad | Steer |
| D-Pad Up | Horn; Highbeams |
Game Type:
- One Player
- Allows racing in any available race mode.
- Two Players
- Enables racing against a friend in Single Race, Hot Pursuit, Tournament, or Knockout modes.
Race Modes:
- Single Race
- Race on any unlocked track. Options include number of laps, direction (forward/backward), mirrored track (on/off), night mode (on/off), and weather.
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Alright, so you've reached the end of the line for this particular document. Think of this as the final pit stop before you really master Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit. We've covered a ton of ground, from the nitty-gritty of career mode and the thrill of different events, to the sweet rides you can unlock and the gorgeous locations you'll be tearing up. Don't forget about Autolog – it's your best friend for keeping track of your progress and challenging your mates. This section is all about bringing everything together so you know exactly where to find info on anything and everything in the game. So, what's next? Dive back in, explore those sections, and get ready to leave your rivals in the dust!
Here’s a quick rundown of what you can expect to find detailed throughout the rest of the wiki:
- Career Mode: Get the lowdown on earning Bounty and mastering Freedrive.
- Events: Dive into the action with Online Multiplayer details.
- Cars: Check out the full roster and any special Equipment.
- Location: Explore the world, including the Seacrest County Police Department.
- Autolog: Understand Autolog Recommendations, the Wall, Photos, and NFS News.
- Store: Find out about the Demo and other offerings.
- Releases: Details on the Limited Edition, EA Crew Edition, and the Remastered version.
- Soundtrack: Get the tracklist for the game's awesome music.
- Patch History: Keep up with game updates.
- Systems: System requirements and platform specifics for PC, PS3, and Xbox 360.
- Trivia: Fun facts and behind-the-scenes info.
- Media: Links to Trailers, Gameplay footage, Interviews, Promotional material, and Reviews.
- References: Sources and further reading.
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