Universal Pictures has revealed the production of “Need for Speed 2,” starring Aaron Paul and Vin Diesel. This long-awaited sequel promises to deliver even more heart-pounding action, breathtaking stunts, and edge-of-your-seat excitement.
Aaron Paul, who captivated audiences in the first “Need for Speed” movie with his portrayal of street racer Tobey Marshall, is set to return, bringing his intense and gritty performance back to the screen. Joining him is Vin Diesel, a powerhouse in the action genre, known for his iconic roles in the “Fast & Furious” franchise. Together, Paul and Diesel are expected to form an unstoppable duo, pushing the limits of speed and danger.
“Need for Speed 2” picks up where the first film left off, with Tobey Marshall continuing his quest for justice and redemption. This time, he crosses paths with Vin Diesel’s character, Dominic Stone, a seasoned racer with a dark past. As their paths collide, a fierce rivalry ensues, fueled by a shared desire for vengeance and a need to prove who truly reigns supreme on the asphalt.
Need for Speed (NFS) is a racing video game franchise published by Electronic Arts and currently developed by Criterion Games, the developers of Burnout.
The series generally centers around illicit street racing and tasks players to complete various types of races while evading the local law enforcement in police pursuits.
The series is one of EA’s oldest franchises not under their EA Sports brand. The series released its first title, The Need for Speed, in 1994. The most recent game, Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit Remastered, was released on November 6, 2020.
Additionally, a free-to-play mobile installment released in 2015, Need for Speed: No Limits, was actively developed by Firemonkeys Studios, the developers of Real Racing 3.
The series has been overseen and had games developed by multiple notable teams over the years including EA Canada, EA Black Box, Slightly Mad Studios, and Ghost Games.
The franchise has been critically well-received and is one of the most successful video game franchises of all time, selling over 150 million copies of games.
Due to its strong sales, the franchise has expanded into other forms of media including a film adaptation and licensed Hot Wheels toys.