Need for Speed Unbound Charging $5 to Unlock Map Markers, Adding Free Races, Challenges

wccftech.com:

Need for Speed Unbound has fallen off the radar a bit after launching late last year, but EA and Criterion are looking to pick up some heat again with the game’s first free content update, entitled “Volume 2.” This update adds new race types, over 40 additional challenges, a handful of custom rides, and more.

Sounds pretty good! That said, some eyebrows will likely be raised by the new $5 “Keys to the Map” DLC. What does this DLC do you ask? Literally, all it does is mark the locations of all the collectibles and activities on the game’s map, which you can find on your own, but I guess this saves you some time. So yes, EA is literally charging for open-world map markers. That’s a new one by me, but I guess if you have a fiver burning a hole in your pocket and hate exploration, have at it. You can check out a trailer for Need for Speed Unbound Volume 2, below.

Need to know more? Here are some more details on what’s included in the Volume 2 update…

Missed out on Need for Speed Unbound? I found the game to be a solid open-world racer (ironically, exploring the open world is probably the best part of the game) with an annoying progression system and a few other issues, in my full review...

“Need for Speed Unbound is the franchise’s best entry in a decade, although the competition for that title wasn't particularly stiff. The game offers polished tech, good (if slightly dated) open-world design, and a varied array of events and challenges, but still lags behind the current open-world racer pack leaders. The fantasy of becoming an underground racing champ is also hampered by a restrictive, ill-considered progression system. Nostalgic fans will find plenty to like here, and more general players might want to consider a test drive