NFS: Wanted is the new installment of the NFS series that gives us what we wanted since the NFS Underground games: COPS.
Graphics: 10/10
As gamespot stated: You must have an HDTV to enjoy the 360 version of the graphics. Never-the-less the graphics are clean looking and the cars look almost realistic. The cutscenes are hilarious, cool, and sometimes gives you the urge to hit that guy who stole your ride. The downside is you will have some minor slow downs and they will be a bit noticeable and there needs to be more of those good cutscenes.
Gameplay: 9/10
I swear I hated the NFS Underground series. They took away the most valued part of the game: Cops. Where as crashing pyro-dynamics is to Burnout, Cop chases is the essence of a NFS game. Here the boys in black and blue are back, and they want to kick some tail. As you avoid our correctional law enforcers, the heat builds up and the tougher the chases will be. If you thought one cop car was bad, try avoiding 20 corvette cop cars, spike chains, and a helicopter on you. NFS most wanted gives you that racing feel like the old school days and gives the underground feel with the story and GTA/Grand Turismo like game. The downside is that speed cameras have speed issues.
Sound: 9/10
NFS offers a variety of cars set with each of their own sounds. Though I think they might have used similar sounds for certain types, it all plays out very well. The cop sirens, radio, and helicopter sounds really give it that ambience. The down side to all of this is that "In order to enjoy the sound to it's full capability, you must have a surround sound system"
Value: 9/10
If you want a driving game besides GT or Burnout, this game is a must have for all hardcore and new school gamers. As for gamers like me: It's a good driving game that you would get when you need a little more excitement in life than driving an average car following the every day to day road rules.