For on PC, you can modify your save data using either third-party software or manual hex editing. Since dedicated "save editors" for this specific title can be hard to find or contain outdated links, many players use WeMod trainers or download pre-completed save files to unlock content. Option 1: Manual Hex Editing

Yes, with caveats. Since Shift 2 has no live servers or online multiplayer matchmaking (the leaderboards are ghost towns), there’s zero risk of a ban. However, editing your save break progression triggers—for example, unlocking a Works event before finishing the prerequisite series might soft-lock your career.

: Fix corrupted save files or adjust them to work with different CD keys. How to Use a Save Editor

: Open your chosen editor, select your profile file, input the desired values (e.g., max money), and save the changes.

: Locate vehicleset_pc_custom_pad.xml in the game's ControllerDefaults\PC folder. Change DampeningEnabled="1" to DampeningEnabled="0" and set the file to Read Only to make cars significantly more responsive.