Changing the language in isn’t always as simple as hitting a toggle in the settings menu. Depending on your platform and where you bought the game, the process varies.
It’s a bit of a hassle that this isn't in the main menu, but once you know where to look, it’s an easy fix. Happy racing! need for speed payback language change
If the game still appears in the wrong language, go to your Game Library → right-click Need for Speed Payback → Properties → check if there’s a separate “Game Language” setting. Changing the language in isn’t always as simple
Before diving into the steps, it is important to note that Need for Speed Payback is sometimes region-locked. If you purchased a version of the game specifically for the Russian, Polish, or Asian markets, you may be restricted to those specific languages. In these cases, English might not be available without a specialized language pack or registry edit. How to Change Language on PC Happy racing
Changing the language in Need for Speed Payback varies depending on your platform, as the game typically locks to the region where it was purchased. Unlike some modern titles, there is no simple "Language" toggle within the in-game settings menu. PC (EA App / Steam)
You likely tried to select a language that isn't installed. For example, selecting ja-JP without the 4GB Japanese audio pack will crash the game on launch.
If you want a language that is available in your region (e.g., you live in the US but want the Polish dub), you have to trick the storefront.