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Sliding Made Easy (50/111)
Need for Speed Underground

Sliding Made Easy (50/111)

Learn the essential techniques for mastering sliding in Need for Speed: Underground. This guide covers tips and strategies to help you drift like a pro and dominate the streets.

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Learn the essential techniques for mastering sliding in Need for Speed: Underground. This guide covers tips and strategies to help you drift like a pro and dominate the streets.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Understand that sliding (drifting) is crucial for cornering and earning Style Points.
  2. 2
    Practice initiating drifts by tapping the brake and turning into a corner.
  3. 3
    Maintain the drift using throttle control and counter-steering.
  4. 4
    Use drifts to chain Style Points for higher scores.
  5. 5
    Progress through the career mode's over 100 events, facing various characters and eventually racing Eddie, the leader of The Eastsiders.
Tips
  • Experiment with different cars to find one that suits your drifting style.
  • Upgrade your car's suspension and tires for better drifting performance.
  • Learn the track layouts to anticipate corners and plan your drifts.
  • Don't be afraid to use the handbrake for sharper turns, but use it sparingly.
  • Focus on smooth transitions between drifting and straight-line driving.

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