We’ve noticed some folks are unsure where to grab their in-game loot for the various editions of Need for Speed™ Unbound, so let’s break it down.
First, let’s talk about preorders, editions, EA PLAY, and what you get.
Pre-Order Bonuses (Standard or Need for Speed Unbound Palace Edition)
Now, let’s look at these editions.
With the Standard Edition, you get the base game. For the Palace Edition, you’ll get the base game, 4 Exclusive Palace Custom Cars, Exclusive Palace Driving Effects, Mashman Decals & “Palifornia” License Plate, Tri-Ferg Character Pose & Banner Artwork, and Stacked Palace Clothing Pack (20 items) for your character customization.
EA PLAY
EA Play Pro members have instant access to premium versions of our brand-new games, so they’ll have access to the Palace Edition.
EA Play Members can jump into a 10-hour trial* of Need for Speed Unbound, and unlock the legendary 2006 BMW M3. Plus, enjoy unlimited access to The Play List, as well as 10% off your EA digital purchases.
We’ll also be adding recurring in-game member only rewards as we go forward.
*You can jump into the single-player Story and complete races up to Friday night in-game for the qualifier, then check out Lakeshore Online, our multiplayer experience for Need for Speed™ Unbound. Alternatively, you can play Lakeshore Online for the whole trial.
How to Get My Extra Content In-Game
Once you’ve downloaded/installed NFS Unbound, make sure you’ve also downloaded and installed any add-ons/content packs.
EA App
Launch EA app.
Got to My Collection.
Click on Need for Speed Unbound (or use the search bar at the top).
Click Manage to check for Installed Add-Ons and In-Game Content.
Origin
Launch the Origin client.
Go to My Game Library.
Click on the Need for Speed Unbound game tile.
Click on Extra Content.
Choose your DLC.
Steam
Go to your Library in the Steam client.
Right click the game and select Properties... from the menu.
Then select DLC in the window that appears.
Epic
Open the Epic Games Launcher.
Go to your Library.
Locate your game with DLC and click the three dots next to the title.
Click Manage Add-Ons.
To install the DLC, on the next page, move the slider to the right for each one you'd like to install
Xbox
In My games & apps, highlight a game (but don’t select it).
Press the Menu button on your controller, and then select Manage game and add-ons.
Select the game in the upper-right corner of the screen.
Choose Manage installation on (drive name where your games are stored). This displays a list of items, including the base game and any available add-ons or game features.
PlayStation
Select Game Library from your Games home.
Highlight Need for Speed Unbound.
Press the Options button and select Manage Game Content.
Select your DLC / Add-Ons to install.
Now that you’ve got them installed, authenticate by launching the game (and connecting online - even for Story/single player).
Your Palace Edition clothing/customization options will be available immediately in both Story and Lakeshore Online, the $150K will be available in Lakeshore Online the first time you hit multiplayer, and your Palace Edition cars are waiting to be unlocked. For details on how to unlock them, check out this handy-dandy FAQ.
If you are an EA Play / EA Play Pro subscriber, you’ll find the BMW M3 2006 available in your garage in Lakeshore Online (multiplayer).
Any additional questions, make sure to hit up an Advisor at EA Help to troubleshoot with you.
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