Need for Speed Underground is a racing video game developed by EA Black Box and published by Electronic Arts in 2003. It is part of the Need for Speed series and is the first title in the series to specifically focus on street racing. Set in a fictional city, the game focuses on illegal underground street racing and customizing vehicles to improve performance and aesthetics.

Players take part in races, tournaments, and events to earn money, which can be used to upgrade their cars or buy new parts. The game also features an extensive career mode, which involves competing in various events to earn rewards, unlocking new cars and parts, and advancing in the game.

The game has been widely praised for its graphics and gameplay, as well as its soundtrack, which features several popular rap and hip-hop artists. It also features a wide variety of customization options, which allow players to customize their cars to their liking.

Need for Speed Underground has been followed by several sequels, including Need for Speed: Underground 2, Need for Speed: Most Wanted, and Need for Speed: Carbon. The series has been a commercial success, with the first game selling over 6 million copies worldwide.

Step-by-Step Guide How to Play Need For Speed Underground

1. Insert the Need For Speed Underground CD into your computer's CD-ROM drive.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the game.
3. Once the installation is complete, launch the game.
4. Choose a car that you would like to use.
5. Choose a track that you would like to race on.
6. Select the type of race you would like to participate in.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions to customize your car with new parts and upgrades.
8. Once your car is ready, click the “Go” button to begin the race.
9. Use the arrow keys on your computer keyboard to control the car.
10. Follow the on-screen instructions to drift, accelerate, brake, and use nitro boost.
11. Race to the finish line before the other racers and win the race!