Electronic Arts released Need for Speed: Underground, a racing video game focusing on street racing and car customization, which became a major hit and defined a generation of racing games.
The protagonist arrives in Bayview and begins exploring the city's underground street racing scene.
The player joins their first race and meets the rival street racers who dominate the underground scene.
The protagonist wins their first major underground street race, earning respect and prize money.
A local tuner shop notices the player's skill and offers a sponsorship, enabling better car modifications.
The player faces their first major rival, marking the beginning of a series of intense street races.
The player purchases and upgrades a high-performance car to compete in advanced races.
The protagonist wins the city's ultimate underground street racing championship, gaining widespread notoriety.
The player's final race against the main rival ends in victory, earning mutual respect and solidifying status.
