: Original attempts to port the PS2 ISO to PS4 often suffered from slowdowns during gameplay. Newer versions utilize better configuration files to improve frame rates on the PS4's built-in PS2 emulator. Unreal Engine 5 Remaster

: Several indie developers are working on rebuilding the game from scratch in modern engines to provide a true "new" feel, with some projects aiming for releases through 2026.

Because of licensing issues involving car manufacturers and music, a formal remaster is unlikely to happen soon. For a similar experience on the PS4, the following official titles are recommended:

In recent years, EA has re-released several classic Need for Speed games, including Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit Remastered and Need for Speed: Most Wanted. These re-releases have been well-received by fans, and it's likely that EA would consider re-releasing Need for Speed Underground 2, given its popularity and critical acclaim.

This is a Vulkan renderer bug. In the emulator settings (hold R1+L1+Options during gameplay), change “Renderer” from Vulkan to OpenGL. Restart the PKG.

As of April 2026, the most significant "new" developments for fans are unofficial: 2Unreal5Underground : A massive fan project rebuilding the game in Unreal Engine 5