No offline multiplayer OR custom races?! It's like, wtf is the point? Great racer, but all Hot Pursuit 2 fans: Rent 1st!
No more offline multiplayer...
Umm... Why? It's a huge let down especially if you were as addicted to it as I was a few years ago. Most of the entertainment was bringing a buddy over, and blasting through roadblocks at top speed together. It really limits the remake's potential for fun, which is unfortunate considering all of the additional equipment at your disposal and the amazing looking graphics.
So, again, if you're buying it expecting a great sequel filled with the novelty of the last Hot Pursuit and then some... definitely rent it first to see if it is still worth it knowing Single player career (cop/ racer), and Online Matches are you're only options.