NASCAR Heat 2002 is a racing simulation video game developed for the Microsoft Xbox. Its genre is arcade-style racing, featuring the intensity and excitement of the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) series. Players can engage in high-speed competitions, racing the well-known stock cars across various authentic tracks. The game includes a range of modes, from quick races to full race weekends, and offers players the chance to experience the thrill of drafting and car tuning while competing to cross the finish line first against a field of skilled AI opponents.