Need for Speed Underground 2 DS
Metascore
65 out of 100

Mixed or average reviews - based on 13 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 13
  3. Negative: 1 out of 13
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  1. Worth Playing
    80
    A fantastic and deep experience on the Nintendo DS. The only major downsides of the game are the difficulty, the average sound, and the fact that there's some graphical pop in while racing.
  2. GameZone
    77
    Even though the DS does not have an analog control, the game is really responsive.
  3. GameSpot
    72
    There's enough variety here to keep you busy; it delivers a strong sense of speed; and the control, while not perfect, is good enough to keep you coming back.
  4. RewiredMind
    70
    Technically a poor game, but this is one time when the overall value is greater than the sum of the parts – just.
  5. AceGamez
    70
    A good DS racing game and at the time of this going to press, it's the only DS racer worth having.
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  6. IGN
    70
    The variety of racing options, the wireless multiplayer, and the art customizing features are a good start; it's certainly a satisfying racing experience, but there are gaps in its production. As fun as it is, it just feels like there should be more to the package.
  7. GameBiz
    65
    A nice attempt, but an overall feeling of unfulfilling incompleteness.
  8. Nintendo Power
    60
    The mixture of shame and frustration it instills will make you raise your eyebrows, turn on your heels, and snicker as you walk away. [July 2005, p.99]
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  9. G4 TV
    60
    By no means a bad game, but the sad truth is that it's about the best the DS will have in the way of semi-realistic racers. The hardware just isn't conducive to them.
  10. Cheat Code Central
    60
    There is no real bonus to play this game on the DS. Other than the obvious portability factor.
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  11. GameSpy
    60
    Although the game isn't on the same level as its console counterparts, the DS version holds its own.
  12. PALGN
    55
    A disappointing game. It feels like a severely stripped down version of a console version that is now actually cheaper than this version.
  13. Pelaaja (Finland)
    40
    The unique capabilities of DS’s dual screens are not used very well. Touch screen serves only as a map, and as touch activation for nitro boost. As a driving game, NFSU 2 DS does not feed the need for speed. Driving simply feels too slow paced. [August 2005, p.68]
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User Score
7.9 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 19 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 8
  3. Negative: 1 out of 8
  1. Jatt
    10
    This game is the best racing game you will ever find on a portable system. It it so fun and puts you in the game. If you want to buy a racing game then this game is perfect!!!!!… Full Review »
  2. DilsburyB.
    10
    DS rocks! So does this! Graphics great! Game great! It is definitely the racer out now. Bring on Mario Kart!
  3. SlickJ.
    2
    This game is impossible. And the drag races SUCK.
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