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 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 reason for the silence? Criterion Games, the studio behind Need for Speed, is fully committed to developing the next Battlefield title. Zampella emphasized that EA's top priority is this new Battlefield installment, a project involving four studios and incorporating significant 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 refocus on Need for Speed only after the launch and initial post-release support for the new Battlefield game concludes. This delay might prove beneficial. Recent Need for Speed entries haven't entirely resonated with fans. Taking the time to address past criticisms and rebuild anticipation could lead to a more successful franchise reboot.

In short, don't hold your breath for any imminent Need for Speed announcements.