The problem lies with DirectX, either the minimum (to get the game to start) isn't installed or it's corrupted. Simple solution head over to Microsoft's website and download the latest one or go here: To download it instead (it's really the same file either way). Install it, if it successfully installs then, try starting the game again. If it works I was right, if it doesn't well you're on your own. Last resort suggestions (ONLY to be tried after my 1st recommendation!): 1) Uninstall the game, restart computer then reinstall game 2) Install the latest DRIVERS for your Motherboard and Graphic Card or Chipset and install the latest WINDOWS 7 updates! 3) Get the PATCH for the game version 1.3, install BEFORE opening the game only!

Check the Need for Speed: Shift 2 Unleashed system requirements. VIDEO CARD: DirectX 9.0c Compatible 3D-accelerated 512 MB video card with Shader Model 3.0 or higher (ATI Radeon HD 3000 series or greater. Driver Update. Sep 15, 2009 - The first Need for Speed game developed by Slightly Mad Studios. 'Shift' is an attempt at the. Need for Speed: SHIFT Driver Profile.

NOTE: The patch replaces the original speed.exe file with version 1.3 and ADDS a few more files. 4) If using a CRACK: copy it to installation folder and OVERWRITE the original. NOTE: The crack must be ONLY be VERSION 1.3. 5) Open the game one last time and pray that it works. NOTE: If it still refuses to open the SWITCH the compatibility to XP SP2 or 3 it should work with these setting. If problems persist then DOWNGRADE operating system to XP (SP2 or 3) Vista (any SP) or WAIT for windows 7 SP1 to be released.

Note: This driver is ONLY for Zalman Trimon users, NOT for 3D Vision users. You can only install this driver if you have installed the latest GeForce Graphics drivers v191.03.