Torn between this and Shift 2?

User Rating: 8 | NASCAR 2011: The Game PS3
Nascar 2011 is not a bad game at all. Its actually quite decent for being the first in a reboot of the series. The graphics are good, car handling is there, and the paint scheme customizing is almost on par with Forza 3. However not many people online playing this sadly, which would be tons of fun since I have had fun in the few rooms I got in. Career mode is a bit lacking, would be good to have had a rags to riches story type in there. Character progression is decent, and the skills you use to win races is well represented by NXP points. The damage is nicely rendered and the "BIG ONE" is always fun to watch or try to avoid in this game. Definitely an improvement, but I would personally pick up SHIFT 2 for its stunning graphics, amazing night races, insane helmet cam racing effects, and better challenge. Nascar 2011 is best for a preowned pick up when it is under 50 bucks.