Product Overview
- Product Name: Need for Speed: Carbon
- New or Used: Used
- In Case or Loose: In Case
- Overall Condition: Very Good
- Disc Condition: No scratches / Scratch free
- Notes: Need for Speed Carbon for PlayStation 3 comes in a fresh aftermarket replacement case with manual and artwork included; disc is spotless and fully tested. Artwork looks clean and vibrant, making this a nice-looking copy for any racing fan.
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What's Included
- PS3 Game Disc: Yes
- Disc Count: 1
- Manual / Instructions: Yes
- Case Artwork: Yes
- Case Type: Aftermarket replacement*
- Extras:
Game Description
Need for Speed: Carbon drops players into a shadowy underground racing scene where territory, reputation, and nerve matter as much as raw speed. Set almost entirely at night, the game centers on high-risk street racing through urban roads and treacherous mountain passes, creating a darker, more intense atmosphere on the Sony PlayStation 3.
The single-player campaign is built around reclaiming control of the city one district at a time, challenging rival crews in escalating races that test precision and confidence. Unlike traditional circuit racing, Need for Speed: Carbon emphasizes momentum and split-second decision making, especially during its signature canyon duels where narrow roads and steep drops turn every mistake into a real threat.
What sets Carbon apart is its focus on rivalry and shared competition. Alongside its story-driven progression, the game supports local split-screen racing, allowing two players to compete offline on the same console. For collectors and fans of couch-friendly racing games, this adds lasting value and makes Need for Speed: Carbon a standout entry from the early PlayStation 3 era.
Gameplay Features
- Story-driven single-player campaign centered on underground night racing
- Crew-based racing system with AI teammates offering tactical advantages
- High-risk canyon races emphasizing precision, control, and nerve
- Multiple car classes supporting different driving styles and strategies
- Urban streets and mountain roads designed for aggressive, technical racing
- Supports local split-screen couch play for offline competitive racing
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Need for Speed: Carbon was designed as a thematic continuation of the underground racing narrative introduced in earlier series entries, shifting the spotlight toward nighttime street culture and crew rivalries. This gave the game a more focused, high-stakes tone compared to open-ended racers.
The game’s canyon duel events were inspired by real-world downhill and touge-style racing, emphasizing driver skill over raw speed. These tense one-on-one races became one of Carbon’s most memorable features and helped define its unique identity within the franchise.
Additional Details
- Variant: Standard Release (Black Label)
- Genre: Racing
- Year Released: 2006
- Publisher: Electronic Arts
- Developer: EA Canada
- ESRB Rating: E - Everyone 10+
- UPC: 014633152753
- SKU: 6818
- Format: Sony PlayStation 3 (PS3) video game disc
- Platform: Sony PlayStation 3 console (PS3 system)
- Region: NTSC (U.S. & Canada)
Important Information
- *Used cases may be replaced with a new aftermarket one if damaged. Listing above indicates if it's "OEM/Original" or "Aftermarket." Aftermarket cases typically differ in color &/or build quality from original PS3 cases. (See photos)
- Any online features (multiplayer, DLC, patches) may no longer be supported.
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- Used discs are professionally resurfaced via our commercial-grade repair system to remove scratches.
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