The racing game Need for Speed: Most Wanted, originally released for PC and consoles like the PlayStation 2, is now available to play directly in modern web browsers. The initiative uses technologies such as WebAssembly and WebGPU to adapt the PC version, allowing users to race through the streets of Rockport without needing to download installers or configure emulators. Files are loaded on demand, with data stored in the browser's local cache. Additionally, the system allows for manual saving of campaign progress, with options to export and import save data. For now, the project is in an experimental phase and offers only single-player mode, with no support for online or local network matches. Proper functionality requires compatible browsers, such as Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge, with hardware acceleration enabled. Following the same trend of preserving classic games, the title Need for Speed: Underground 2 has also received a browser version. Unlike Most Wanted, this version supports ultrawide screens, frame rates up to 120 FPS, compatibility with Xbox and PlayStation controllers, and the ability to play online multiplayer matches.
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Need for Speed: Most Wanted gets free browser version
The classic racing game from the PlayStation 2 era can now be played directly in a browser using web technologies, eliminating the need for installations or complex emulators.
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