Part 8

Discover advanced techniques for Need for Speed Underground 2, including nitro refill tricks, hydro bounces, hang time bonuses, and shortcut rewards. Dominate Bayview's races!

Alright, let's dive into some of the more advanced stuff in Need for Speed Underground 2. We're talking about ways to get an edge, especially with that sweet nitro boost. This section covers some neat tricks and explains how the different parts of Bayview and its shops work.

Nitro Refill Trick:

Here's a wild one a couple of players found. If you manage to get your car flipped onto its roof and start messing with your hydros (the hydraulic suspension system), the 'Nitro Refill Counter' can start racking up points. As long as your tires aren't touching the ground and the car keeps 'dancing' on its hydros, the nitro gauge just keeps filling. One guy apparently left his controller for about two minutes, got over 2000 points, and when he flipped the car back over, his nitro was completely full! It's a bit risky, but imagine a full nitro bar whenever you need it.

Race Bonuses & Penalties:

1. Hydro Bounce: If you've got Level 3 hydros, you can do a cool trick during the race countdown. Tap the e-brake twice, then hold a direction. Your car will launch off the line riding on just the back two wheels.
2. Hang Time: See those differences in the road that make you jump? If you catch enough air and stay up there for a while, you'll get nitro. You get a minimum of 50 points, but it's tough to snag more than 100.
3. Clean Section: Just stick to the correct side of the road and don't hit anything for a bit, and you'll earn 150 nitro points. Easy points!
4. Shortcut: Sometimes, just entering a shortcut will bag you 200 nitro points. Keep an eye out for those!
5. Traffic Hit: This is how you lose nitro. Smacking into a car will cost you speed and nitro, usually not more than 60 points.
6. Cleared Accident / Leap Frog: This one's a bit trickier. The best way to describe it is jumping *over* another car without hitting it. It's called 'Leap Frog' and can get you a massive 1000 points for nitro. One player mentioned getting points for driving on a wall after being pushed into it, but 'Leap Frog' seems to be the official term for jumping over cars.

Bayview Breakdown:

Bayview is your main playground, split into five sections that you'll unlock as you progress:

• City Core: This is where you start. It's got your main Garage, a Car Lot, two Body Shops, two Performance Shops, a Graphics Shop, and a Car Specialities Shop. It's also where you'll find the only Megalow Parts and your primary Garage.
• Beacon Hill: Unlocked after your first sponsor deal. You'll find a Car Lot, Graphics Shop, Body Shop, Car Specialities Shop, and a Performance Shop here.
• Jackson Heights: This area opens up after completing your first sponsor contract. It's known for its Downhill Drift Races and has a Body Shop and a Graphics Shop.
• Coal Harbor East: You'll get access to this part after finishing your second contract. It includes a Car Specialities Shop, Car Lot, Graphics Shop, Body Shop, and Performance Shop.
• Coal Harbor West: This is the last section to unlock, after your third contract. It features a Car Specialities Shop, a Body Shop, and a Performance Shop.

Shops Explained:

Shops are scattered throughout Bayview, and some text messages from the game might even give you hints about their locations. Entering new shops can sometimes unlock new parts for your car.

• Body Shop (Green Light): This is where you go for all visual upgrades. Spoilers, hoods, lights – you name it, you can change it here to make your ride look unique.
• Performance Shop (Blue Light): Need more speed? This is your spot. You can upgrade your car's engine, tires, ECU, and other performance-related parts here.