Complete Part 56 of the Need for Speed Most Wanted (2005) walkthrough, featuring strategies for racing Blacklist 1 driver Razor and navigating key race routes.
Locations:
Rockport Police Station: A downtown area with tight turns and sewer shortcuts.
Rockport Fire Station: An area heavily patrolled by police, similar to Rosewood Fire Halls.
Riverfront Stadium: A location with a highway section ideal for reaching high speeds.
Rockport Century Square: A starting point in downtown Rockport that allows for flexible racing lines.
Blacklist 1: Clarence Callahan 'Razor'
Razor is the first driver on the Blacklist, hailing from Beacon Point and driving a stolen BMW M3 GTR. He is known for his ruthless tactics and willingness to do anything to gain an advantage, including manipulating others. Trust nothing he says.
Important Note: It is highly recommended to turn on the Autosave feature before this section. Failing to complete the races after defeating Razor will require you to re-race him.
- 1Warrent (Speedtrap)
- Description: This Speedtrap race features several key points for gaining advantages.
- 212%: The course splits; take the left path for the tightest turn.
- 316%: The course forks again; stay left. Enter a tunnel crossover and move to the right lanes.
- 453%: Look right for an alleyway behind a building; use this to gain an advantage.
- 568%: The course splits; take the right path for the best turn leading to the next speedtrap.
- 682%: Look left for an alleyway that cuts off the upcoming turn, providing the best entry to the next speedtrap.
- 7Note: This race offers no other shortcuts.
- 8Sample Speeds: Trap 1 (203 MPH), Trap 2 (159 MPH), Trap 3 (202 MPH), Trap 4 (205 MPH), Trap 5 (147 MPH), Trap 6 (198 MPH), Trap 7 (60 MPH), Trap 8 (140 MPH), Trap 9 (165 MPH), Trap 10 (188 MPH). Total: 1,669 MPH.
- 9Terrace & Riverside (Drag)
- Description: A Drag race where perfect launches and shifts are crucial.
- 10Strategy: After exiting the tunnel, traffic can make lane visibility difficult. Stay alert and careful to win.
- 11Sample Times: Stage 20% (6.89), Stage 40% (11.14), Stage 60% (16.12), Stage 80% (18.84), Stage 100% (22.79).
- 12Forest Green (Sprint)
- Description: A Sprint race with several shortcuts and strategic turns.
- 139%: The course splits; stay right for the best entrance to the upcoming turn.
- 1425%: Look right for a shortcut; take it to gain valuable time.
- 1532%: The course splits; take the middle path under the lighthouse for an advantage.
- 1683%: Look left for a construction zone; cut through it, break through a billboard, and rejoin the main road to save time.
- 17Note: This race offers no other shortcuts.
- 18Sample Times: Stage 20% (43.92), Stage 40% (1:28.34), Stage 60% (2:22.94), Stage 80% (3:18.41), Stage 100% (4:05.96).
- 19Clubhouse (Circuit)
- Description: A Circuit race with multiple shortcuts to gain an edge.
- 20Strategy: Use the provided shortcuts on each lap for optimal performance.
- 21Shortcut 1: After the first curve, look left for a shortcut.
- 22Shortcut 2: After a winding interstate section and coming down a hill, an alleyway behind a building cuts off left and right turns.
- 23Shortcut 3: Before a large S turn, look left for a path with a ramp; use this to cut off the first part of the S turn.
- 24Note: Use this strategy for all remaining laps.
- 25Sample Times: Lap 1 (2:06.19), Lap 2 (2:10.43), Lap 3 (2:08.62). Total: 6:25.25.
- 26Clubhouse & Lennox (Sprint)
- Description: A Sprint race with an early shortcut.
- 2718%: Look left and break the wooden fence.
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