You do not need a physical Xbox 360 to play this ROM. The (specifically the xenia-canary branch) has made the game 99% playable.

is widely considered the "holy grail" of the series. Unlike the PS2 or GameCube versions, the 360 port featured enhanced lighting, high-resolution textures, and "next-gen" effects that still hold up today.

The Ultimate Legend: Need for Speed: Most Wanted (2005) on Xbox 360

To get the most out of any digital version, these community-made tools are highly recommended:

Retro Racing Hub Reading Time: 8 minutes