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Close the Registry Editor and start the game. It should now boot up entirely in English. Method 2: How to Install an English Language Pack

This is the most reliable manual fix for language issues on older, retail, or repackaged versions of the game. Registry edits are a common and effective solution for games of this era.

Released in 2010 and developed by Criterion Games, Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit is widely considered a high-water mark for the franchise. Bringing back the classic cops-and-racers formula, the game garnered critical acclaim and a dedicated fanbase that remains active to this day. For many players, especially those who bought a regional or multilingual version of the game, the in-game language isn't always English. This is where the concept of an "English Language Pack" becomes crucial.

This means you only downloaded the text localization pack. Ensure your language pack download explicitly states it includes "English Audio/Voiceovers."

Once you switch to English, you’ll fully enjoy the iconic messages, the aggressive police chatter, and the clean UI. No more guessing what “Pursuit Mode” means.