: The most reliable way to obtain the game legally is by purchasing a physical disc from second-hand retailers like Amazon or eBay.

Because the game is no longer supported by EA, a dedicated fan community has created ways to keep it playable on modern systems like Windows 10 and 11.

: If you previously purchased a digital copy on Origin (now the EA app), it may still be available in your library for download. Community and Fan Projects

: As of September 1, 2021, EA removed Need for Speed: Carbon , Undercover , Shift , Shift 2 , and The Run from all digital stores.