The Death of Speedhunters and the Future of Need for Speed Explained

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Published on July 18, 2025 3:01:32 PM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ltvtd6BtXuM

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After weeks of seemingly endless negative news in the racing video game space, the tide isn't stopping anytime soon. Popular car culture website Speedhunters.com has been silent for months now. After EA has pulled funding due to Need for Speed being in an off-season, where does Need for Speed end up in all of this? Join me as I discuss why I loved Speedhunters, and how this closure affects Need for Speed's future.

Time Stamps
00:00 - More bad news
01:38 - Speedhunters’ legacy
04:43 - The impact of EA pulling funding
06:42 - Criterion’s change of plans
08:46 - Is Need for Speed in trouble?

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