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Here is a deep dive into why that specific introductory cinematic is considered a masterpiece of tone-setting.

By splitting the intro between these two viewpoints, the game ensures that regardless of which side the player chooses first, they understand the motivation of their avatar.

This article explores the cinematic brilliance, the narrative setup, and the lasting impact of the Need for Speed Rivals intro.

The music in the intro builds tension. It starts slow, matching the idle of an engine, before exploding into a crescendo of drums and synth as the cars launch. This isn't music to relax to; it is music for a chase. The sound design complements the score perfectly. The distinct whine of a Ferrari engine competes with the guttural roar of a Ford Mustang police interceptor.