: Retail copies often fail due to outdated DRM. Modern repacks bypass this using a "no-CD" executable, which is required for the game to launch on modern OS.
: A more ambitious, standalone project by fan developers that completely rebuilds the game's visuals in a modern engine, currently available in demo form via community Discord servers. Essential Setup Tips need-for-speed-underground-2-repack-2023
: Resolves issues with modern controllers (Xbox/PS5) and improves mouse navigation in menus. : Retail copies often fail due to outdated DRM