Need for Speed ProStreet is a racing video game for the Sony PS2, marking a shift in the franchise towards a more realistic and competitive atmosphere. With the genre being racing simulation, it diverges from its predecessors' focus on illegal street racing by placing players in legitimate track events. The game features a diverse car garage, deep customization options, and a physics engine that introduces a damage model for the very first time in the series, adding consequences to reckless driving. Released in 2007, ProStreet emphasizes skillful driving and high-stakes competition.