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Metacritic 6113+

Need for Speed Payback

Ghost Games|2017RacingArcade
PCPS4Xbox One

LumiScore

61

out of 100

Appropriate for ages 7+ with parental supervision

120min/day recommended

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💸 Monthly cost: Free

Growth

44/100

Developing

Growth Value

Risk

0/100

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Parent Pro-Tip

Need for Speed Payback is a straightforward racing game with a revenge-themed story. It's a one-time purchase with no in-game spending, making it a safe choice for parents concerned about monetization. The game's focus on driving skills and car customization can be engaging, and its mission-based structure provides natural stopping points.

Top Skills Developed

Spatial Awareness5/5
Hand-Eye Coordination5/5
Reaction Time5/5
Fine Motor4/5
Problem Solving3/5

Development Areas

CognitiveProblem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
52
Social & EmotionalTeamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
13
Motor SkillsHand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
70
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)44/100

What your child develops

Need for Speed Payback offers an engaging arcade racing experience that hones hand-eye coordination, reaction time, and spatial awareness. The car tuning system encourages strategic thinking and problem-solving, while the narrative provides a sense of progression and character development.

Base: UnknownPlaytime: ~4hReviewed Apr 2026

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About this game

Need for Speed Payback is an action-driving racing game and the twenty-third part of the NFS franchise. ###Gameplay Despite the trend made by NFS' before Payback features an offline mode.