Need for Speed: Underground 2 was released in North America for PlayStation 2, Xbox, GameCube, and PC platforms.
The game was released in Europe for various platforms.
The game received positive reviews and became one of the best-selling racing games of 2004 and 2005.
The protagonist returns to their hometown, Bayview, after gaining national notoriety in street racing.
The protagonist meets Mary Wiseman, who promises to introduce them to the Bayview street racing scene.
The protagonist races Mary on the waterfront, marking their first street race in Bayview.
The protagonist visits tuner shops, learns about car customization and begins personalizing their vehicle.
The protagonist wins their first major underground race challenge, gaining recognition in the Bayview racing community.
The protagonist starts building rivalries with key characters including Eddie and Samantha.
The protagonist defeats Eddie's crew in a series of race events, increasing their reputation.
The protagonist takes over the top position on the local racing leaderboard, becoming a major figure in the underground scene.
The protagonist competes against Racer R in the ultimate Bayview race to claim the title of the city's top racer.
