Need for speed shift PC version

[Jimski]

does anyone on here have it, I have it installed on my new PC and it won't load - I have downloaded a patch v 1.02 i think but is there something I am missing?

[RussellG]

I have it for the pc. I havent had any problems running it though. Are you getting any error messages

[Jimski]

none it just freezes when loading a race

[RussellG]

Looks like it my be quite a common problem for some people according to google

Problem #5. NFS Shift crashes on the first test lap
Solution : (as posted by pangwi on the NFS forums)

Install the game, if you're facing this problem then the
Known possible work-around thus far. (These are not step by step, but just try either one, or a combinations of them)
1) After installation, reinstall PhysX, removed your old drivers profile from My Documents
2) Run everything on DEFAULT, no change and no touching on graphic settings.
3) You could possibly "test-out" a similar aspect ratio to your native monitor resolution. However, after setting it, save the driver's profile (in-game), Quit the game and re-run, hit Career and DO NOT TOUCH graphic settings.
4) Change the CONTROLLERS, choose the preset number that suit the CONTROLLER DEVICE that you're using.
5) Turning off SLI and Xfire is said to give better FPS.
6) Cut and copy the driver's profile and configuration file to your desktop. Technically it means delete and reset. Re-run and re-config until u can run it.
7) Graphic settings that known to be working - Medium or MAX on all settings. For some, selecting the suitable V-Sync seems to do the trick


Cant say I ever had any problem with it but might be worth making sure you have the most upto date graphics card drivers and possibly try some of the advice above.

[E36Rob]

I have it for the Pc also but it works fine, unfortunatly the issue i have is that no matter what settings i use for my G25 it does not represent how a car feels in any way or form and makes the game undriveable.

[RussellG]

I never managed to get the handling to feel correct with my g25 wheel either. I lost interest in the game quite quickly because of that.

[gog440]

Dont have it for the pc but I picked it up for the 360, and after playing it for a couple of hours I wouldnt put any time into trying to get it to work, I have never played a worse racing game. The handling on the cars is just ste I have played with the steering settings in vain attempt to make the steering react normally, but all that seems to happen is that nothing happens,nothing happens, nothing happens then full lock and plough on understeer (in a rwd car)then tha arse kicks out an i exit the corner on full opposite lock.I think this one wil be going back as a trade in.

[grahamw48]

I use the Xbox wheel and pedals...properly mounted, and find the steering and handling are fine. Certainly good enough to keep up with most of the online players.

Naturally these are adjustable, as is the general tuning of the car itself (recommend you have 'steering assist' on as a minimum).

Even I can manage the Nurburgring in about 6.40, and I'm an old bloke.