Volume 9 erscheint für Need for Speed Unbound am 26. November 2024 und bringt neben neuen Fahrzeugen und einem Motorrad auch einen neuen Extraction Multiplayer Modus mit sich.
Im neuen PvPvE Modus, der sich Lockdown nennt (ein Begriff bei dem es einigen sicherlich kalt den Rücken runterläuft) müsst ihr besonders wertvolle Fahrzeuge aus der neuen Lockdown Zone herausholen ohne dabei von den Cops gefasst zu werden.
Der neuen Trailer zeigt den Spielmodus und die neuen Inhalte schon sehr eindrucksvoll:

Die kompletten Patchnotes des Hauptpatches und auch der bereits veröffentlichten Fixes gibt es am Ende des Artikels.

Extraction Gameplay

Der neue Lockdown Modus kann von bis zu 5 Crews mit jeweils 3 Spielern gespielt werden und wird sein eigenes Matchmaking haben, wie auch scho der PvP Modus. Die Cops werden dabei wohl auch das neue Pursuit Tech einsetzen können, welches mit Volume 8 in Unbound kam.
In den neuen Lockups, also abgesperrte Zonen innerhalb der Lockdown Zone, findet ihr wertvollen Loot. Darunter den BMW M3 GTR '05 von Racer X, sowie 15, von der Blacklist aus Need for Speed Most Wanted, inspirierte Fahrzeuge. Also Fahrzeuge mit Liveries die an die Blacklist Gegner von damals erinnern.
Allerdings sind genau diese Fahrzeuge am schwersten zu bekommen. Wenn ihr es mit diesen Fahrzeugen aus der Lockdown Zone schafft, könnt ihr die Autos behalten und ganz normal im Free Roam, PVP und auch für den neuen Lockdown Modus verwenden. Die Fahrzeuge, die ihr in den Lockups finden könnt, werden sich wöchentlich ändern.

Um erfolgreich aus der Zone zu entkommen, müsst ihr den neuen Extraction Truck für eure Crew beanspruchen. Nur damit könnt ihr mit eurem Loot aus der Zone entkommen.
Solltet ihr es nicht schaffen den Truck für euch zu beanspruchen, so werdet ihr vom tödlichen EMP Schlag des Trucks erfasst und schafft es leider nicht mehr aus der Zone.

Wie man das so aus Extraction Shootern kennt, wird es bestimmte Bereiche aus der Map geben, wo sich besonders wertvoller Loot befindet. Die oben genannten Lockups. Dabei werden diese Lockups aber von einer EMP Wand des Lakeshow P.D. umgeben, welches eurem Fahrzeug über die Zeit Schaden zufügt. Außerdem wird euer Het Level automatisch auf 5 angehoben, wenn ihr so eine Zone betretet.

Im neuen Lockdown Modus erwarten euch außerdem neuen Aufträge, dabei wird es auch spezielle Blacklist Aufträge geben. Dabei könnt ihr eben die an Most Wanted angelehnten Backlist Fahrzeuge in den Lockups finden und aus der Zone extrahieren. Wenn ihr alle 15 gesammelt habt, schaltet ihr den Original BMW M3 GTR frei, welcher ja bisher nur für EA Play Spieler verfügbar war.

Motorräder (oder eher ein Motorrad)

Zum ersten Mal in der Need for Speed Geschichte wird es mit dem Volume 9 Update ein Motorrad in ein NFS schaffen. Ihr könnt das BMW S 1000 RR 2019 in einigen ausgewählten Spielmodi ausprobieren.
Unter anderem im neuen Lockdown Modus wird das Motorrad als eine Art Power Up zur Verfügung stehen, dem die Zone keinen Schaden anrichtet.
Außerdem könnt ihr in speziellen PVP und Freem Roam Playlists mit den Bikes gegen andere Spieler antreten.
Wichtig ist dabei anzumerken, dass ihr das Motorrad nicht zu eurem Fuhrpark hinzufügen und somit auch nicht anpassen könnt.
Persönliche Anmerkung: Ich weiß nicht wieso sie hier von Motorrädern, also Mehrzahl, sprechen, wenn es doch ganz klar nur ein Motorrad ist. Möglicherweise kommt ja noch ein weiteres ins Spiel.

Neue Fahrzeuge

Mit Volume 9 kommen zwei JDM Klassiker in den Fuhrpark von Unbound. Der Hone Integra Type R und der Subaru Impreza WRX STI.
Natürlich bringen beide Fahrzeuge wieder ihre eigenen Bodykits und Anpassungsmöglichkeiten mit. Der Integra ist dabei nur im Premium Speed Pass erhältlich.

Neue PVP und Free Roam Inhalte

In Volume 9 gibt es außerdem jede Menge neue Inhalte für den Multiplayer. Folgende Inhalte erwarten euch:

• Playlists um das 30. jährige NFS Jubiläum zu feiern
• Most Wanted themed
• Neue Drift Pro Playlists
• Spezial PVP playlists wie JDM-only Drift Events 
• Insgesamt 14 neue Playllists mit über 60 Routen und Event Konfigurationen
• Quality of Life Updates 

Kostenlsoer Speed Pass

Ein neues Update heißt natürlich auch ein neuer Speed Pass. Euch erwarten wieder jede Menge neue Inhalt auf 45 Stufen. Mit dabei ist der Subaru Impreza WRX STI mit meheren Bodykists und Lockspec Customs welche ihr im Lockdown Modus freischalten könnt.

Fahrzeug: Subaru Impreza WRX STI

Bodykit: Subaru Impreza WRX STI

Charakter Skins für den Multiplayer: Cha Cha, Shimizu, Chilton

Kosmetische Inhalte: New Rims, LED message boards and Plates

Premium Speed Pass

Natürlich darf auch ein neuer Premium Speed nicht fehlen, dieser beinhaltet den neuen Honda Integra Type R '98 mit insgesamt drei Bodykits und zwei Lockdown Spec Customs der neuen Volume 9 Fahrzeuge. Außerdem einen NFS Legends Subaru BRZ 2014, angelehnt an NFS 2015. 
Außerdem ist ein spezieller 30 Jahre NFS BMW M3 GTR Custom im Speed Pass drinnen auf der letzten Stufe. Außerdem findet ihr natürlich auch weitere neue Inhalte im Premium Speed Pass wie neue Hersteller Projektionen, neue VFX Effekte, Felgen, sowie Kennzeichen.

Fahrzeug: Honda Integra Type R '98

Bodykits: Honda Integra Type R '98

Custom: Honda Integra Type R '98 Lockdown Spec

Custom: Subaru Impreza WRX STI Lockdown Spec

NFS Legends Custom: NFS Legends Subaru BRZ 2014

NFS 30th Anniversary: BMW M3 GTR ‘05

Kosmetische Gegenstände: Hersteller Projektionen, NFS 30th Anniversary und Most Wanted LED Customisations

Charakter Skin für den Multiplayer: TESS

Singature Style VFX: 4 GRAFFITI PACKS

Und noch mehr auf 30 Stufen.

Wie schon erwähnt erscheint das Update dann nächste Woche am Dienstag, am 26. November 2024 für alle Plattformen und wird wie immer kostenlos sein, abgesehen vom Premium Speed Pass.

Version 9.0.3 Patchnotes

• Fixed a bug where transmission parts were not swapped out after changing the equipped gearbox to an option with a lower amount of gears, so vehicles no longer have a higher amount of gears than intended.
• Fixed an issue where players could get stuck on 'Found Session' after attempting to find a game of Lockdown.
• Fixed an issue where players could get stuck in the backfilling sequence of Lockdown matchmaking while other members of their party enter into the game and play.
• Fixed an issue where players could receive a 'Matchmaking Failed' error message after attempting to find a game of Lockdown.
• Fixed a crash related to Lockdown matchmaking.
• Additional changes were made to improve the matchmaking experience.
• Fixed an issue where players could fail to enter Free Roam or Story Mode with the error 'Your inventory could not be loaded'.
• Fixed an issue where players could receive a 'Matchmaking Failed' error message after attempting to find a game of Lockdown with the Private Crew option selected.
• Fixed an issue where players could fail to load into Lockdown after receiving a 'No Contract Selected' error despite having Contracts selected.

Version 9.0.2 Patchnotes

Contract usability and display improvements

• Automatically expand Contracts tab at the start of a round
• Ensure that local player is always at the bottom of the Squad List to improve display and updates for Contracts
• Enabled Contract notification updates in the HUD to allow for better tracking of Contract progress
• Fixed and improved multiple Contracts where descriptions were misleading and some notifications were not updating correctly 
• Fixed Contracts Pop Up to differentiate progress between local player and contributed progress from Crew members, like Linkups
• Made Contract complete progress clearer in the Contracts selection menu 
• Fixed multiple Racer X Challenges not tracking correctly

Map and Mini Map Improvements

• Fixed Lockup icon on mini map to ensure it has a backing
• Fixed Truck icon on mini map to stop it being semi transparent
• Made sure that rival players in Hot Rides are docked to the mini map and show with correct icon
• Made sure that server messages are using the correct iconography for rivals 
• Fixed sizing of icons on Mini map to improve consistency and clarity. Rivals are no longer massive
• Most Wanted overlay is now highlighted for rival players on the mini map
• Improved look of the Lockdown zone on main map and mini map. Making it clearer when in the zone and imminent zone areas
• Rivals in Hot Rides are now discoverable and highlighted on the main map

Fixes and improvements to in session routing and notifications

• Fixed issues when routing to Truck would not update correctly from phone widget and would not display route to truck
• Fixed routing to players on bikes or Hot Rides not updating with live position
• Fixed routing to Truck from the map not updating with live position
• Fixed Truck Extraction notification not showing on the HUD when players exit from the map
• Fixed incorrect distances being displayed for party members routing to Extraction Truck
• Fixed a bug where the Critical Health state was skipped when being Wrecked or Busted, meaning players should now have more of a chance to get to a gas station before being eliminated
• Critical Health phone and routing to gas station messages and now displayed in Green to differentiate them from Truck notifications 

Matchmaking Improvements

• Added kick for players who take too long to load into Lockdown sessions, keeping others queuing
• Handle backfilled party members becoming the new host correctly so they can continue on the backfill flow, which leads to stuck lobbies
• Extraction Session Lobby Improvements to allow more players into games and improve wait times loading into gameplay
• Stopped party members from being able to quit after party leader starts matchmaking, leading to bad things in matchmaking and players hanging in zombie lobbies

Other notable improvements and fixes

• Ensure that the last player on a Crew now drops all their loot before being downed
• Ensure that loot items remain in the world during overtime period
• Improved loot dropping from downed players so it remains near their vehicle and not lost down the road
• Implemented VO cool down on Racer X at Lockups to stop that Ding Dong going chap chap chap, all the time!
• Added the Jacked and Impounded details to the Lockdown Garage to highlight and make the current status of vehicle clearer
• Fixed an issue where extracting the same Blacklist vehicle would keep the vehicle and not convert to cash. Causing bloat in vehicle inventory
• Added rewards message after races so players can see how much cash they earned
• Fixed Heat level 5 UI getting stuck after leaving the zone and escaping
• Fixed inconsistencies with Jacked vehicle tiers being displayed as Tier B late onto the round when they are in fact S and S+
• ESF has been updated to provide immunity against roadblock spike strips
• Fixed vehicle repaired messages when passing through gas stations
• Increased the rate of Extraction Truck spawns late into the session
• Fixed an issue in the Squad List that highlighted Crew members collecting cash and not the local player
• Increased cap on owned vehicles from 200 to 250 to help those players with issues because they don’t know their inventory is full. May result in slightly increased load times for players with very high inventory values.
• Added a fix to help recover inventory issues and not being able to play the game. Note this is one use case we finally were able to reproduce in the dev environment. We are truly sorry for players still getting errors, and we will keep trying to find solutions.
• Multiple crash fixes for clients and server

Version 9.0.1 Patchnotes

Gameplay

Added Lockdown as a stand alone mode in Lakeshore Online

Taking a pinch of nostalgia, adding some contemporary multiplayer flavors, Lockdown introduces an exciting new mode to Lakeshore Online. 

• Extraction/PvPvE inspired mode
• Up to 15 players, split across 5 crews
• Race against the clock, as the Lockdown zone gradually consumes Lakeshore and the heat rises
• Pick up cash and jack rides found on the streets (and from downed rival crew members!)
• Enter Lockups to find the most valuable loot, including Hot Rides that get permanently unlocked for use across Lakeshore Online if extracted
• Pursuit Tech (Spike Strips, EMP, Electrostatic Field) available for racers to use throughout Lakeshore in Lockdown
• The highest stakes street races yet, featuring Pursuit Tech, mixed vehicle Tiers and routes through the Lockdown Zone
• Complete Contracts for Racer X, with the help of crew members to earn cash, XP and reward vehicles
• The Downed State allows for another chance to get back into the action when wrecked or busted (so long as you have crew members to recover you!)
• Extract using Racer X’s Extraction Truck when ready to leave the Lockdown, but only a single crew can claim each truck. Play it safe and leave on the first truck? Or hold back, grab some loot and risk it all?
• Fail to extract and your ride becomes impounded for 24 hours in Lockdown! If you manage to jack a ride and extract, it becomes available to use for 24 hours in Lockdown
• Jack the BMW S 1000 RR 2019 Superbike, the only vehicle impervious to the damaging Lockdown Zone, and with the ability to squeeze into partially opened Lockups 
• Earn Rap by performing illicit actions inside Lockdown, tracked on your personal Rap sheet. Rewards are offered each week by Racer X for beating weekly Rap milestones

Added New PVP Races

• BMW S 1000 RR only Playlists - Get your adrenaline pumping weaving through tight spaces at breakneck speeds on Need For Speed’s first Superbike
• NFS Legends - Routes that will really make you feel the Most Wanted
• Drift Pro Touge - Push your sideways skills to the limit in Drift Pro events featuring JDM cars only
• American Muscle Drag - Drag events exclusively for American Muscle cars
• Honda Integra Type R only Playlists - All racers in the Integra Type R
• SUBARU Impreza WRX STI only Playlists - All racers in the Impreza WRX STI
• 30th Anniversary Legends - Celebrate 30 years of NFS with playlists combining events celebrating installments from across the franchise
• Special Routes Unlocked - A collection of routes added across Kaizen (Volumes 6 - 9)
• Regera Only Playlists - All racers in the Regera 
• A total of 14 new playlists - but over 60 routes and event configurations added for Vol.9

Increased Max Rank

• Max rank will now be increased from 280 to 300. 20 new ranks, themed with Blacklist badges, unlocking along with titles and banner art every 3 ranks (starting from rank 285). 

New Content

Added new Cars

• Two new cars are set to bring a modern classic JDM flavor to Lakeshore. The Honda Integra TYPE R and the SUBARU Impreza WRX STI have pedigree both on track and on the streets. The Integra, a favorite for anyone seeking a pure driving experience with its high-revving VTEC power, will be nimble enough to get out of any situation during Lockdown, whilst the SUBARU with its rally pedigree and four-wheel drive is more than equipped to take on whatever is thrown in its path from Lockdown rivals to Lakeshore’s finest!
• ^ SUBARU Impreza WRX STI (1999) w/ 3 bodykits
• *** Honda Integra Type-R (1998) w/ 3 bodykits

Added New Customs

• *** NFS Legends - BRZ Premium '14
• *** Honda Integra Type R (1998) – LOCKDOWN SPEC
• *** SUBARU Impreza WRX STI (1999) - LOCKDOWN SPEC
• *** NFS 30th Anniversary M3 GTR '05

Added Undercover Cop Variants

• ^ Nissan Skyline (1999) – Undercover Cop Edition
• ^ Porsche 911 GTS (2018) – Undercover Cop Edition
• ^ Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR (2015) – Undercover Cop Edition
• ^ Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 (2017) – Undercover Cop Edition

Blacklist inspired customs

• > 14 Blacklist member-inspired custom cars are up for grabs from playing Lockdown, finding them in the Lockups and successfully extracting with them. Tick them all off to unlock Racer X’s……pride and joy.

Plus

• > Over 45 vehicles found in Lockups in Lockdown - Successfully extract them from Lockdown to unlock them permanently in your multiplayer garage (Cars in the lockups rotate on a weekly basis )

*** Available in Premium Speed Pass
^ Available in Free Speed Pass
> Available in Lockdown

Speed Pass

As well as some sweet new rides, the Volume 9 Speed Pass brings a whole load more goodies! 

• “Grafitti” Tags - Throwing out Dubs while you Donut!
• Cop Customization - LED Message bar
• New Rims - Licensed and LED animated rims 30th anniversary and Most Wanted style
• License Plates - With designs to that the Most Wanted will truly appreciate
• Decals
• Character skins 
• Projections - Manufacturer icons
• XP boosts

Fixes

• Fixed a bug where the "Speech to Text" option does not function as intended.
• Fixed a bug with the Hot Pursuit playlists where no reward sticker is displayed in the Standings screen for the sole survivor.
• Fixed a bug with the Lotus Evija 2023 where the default position for the top side decals is set too low on the Y-axis, resulting in the decal being hidden under the front bumper when selected for application on the vehicle.
• Fixed a bug with the Speed Pass where Rank 29 Bull Bar Light Projectors do not turn on.
• Fixed a bug with the Speed Pass where Infinity Rims from the Volume 6 Catch-up Pack are not being awarded to the user in the Cop Garage, even though the other rim rewards are received in both the Racer and Cop Garages.
• Fixed a bug with the in-game Store where items are not removed from inventory after uninstalling all DLCs from the Need for Speed™ Unbound - Ultimate Collection Upgrade from PS5.
• Fixed a bug with the in-game Store where Palace Upgrade and Keys to the Map tiles are missing from on PS5 for users who don't own it, but it is still visible for users who already own it or have it installed.
• Fixed various crashes.

Quelle: offizielle Need for Speed Webseite