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Burnout
Generally favorable reviews
Based on 18 critic reviews
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Based on 11 votes
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Game Info
Publisher: Acclaim
Developer: Criterion Games
Genre(s): Racing, Driving, Action
Players: 2
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
Release Date: April 30, 2002
Summary
A high-energy arcade style racer in which you're rewarded for near-misses and the more risks you take. Civilians steer clear! Over 300 vehicles fill the streets and highways making reckless racing and wild demolition a certainty. [Acclaim]
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Also On The Web: Official Website
What The Critics Said
All critic scores are converted to a 100-point scale. If a critic does not indicate a score, we assign a score based on the general impression given by the text of the review. Learn more...
Nintendo Power
A very intense experience. [May 2002, p.131]
Nintendojo
One of the most solid, fast, and fun arcade racers I’ve had the pleasure of playing.
Read Full Review >netjak
Burnout is not flawless, but its few drawbacks (the short time limits, strict boundaries and lack of length) matter little in the end. Its wicked gameplay dominates the experience making Burnout a must play, even if you’re not a fan of the genre.
Read Full Review >TotalGames.net
The PS2 game is gorgeous enough as it, but the extra processing power, graphical trickery and superior control mechanism have done wonders for Criterion’s racer.
Read Full Review >GamePro
Offers a great mix of easy accessibility, straightforward style, and pants-wetting excitement.
Read Full Review >GamerWeb Nintendo
With a great balance between graphical might and well-executed controls this game is perfect for just about anyone, beginner or expert.
Read Full Review >Media and Games Online Network
Burnout just skirts around the edges of racing greatness, but still gets solid marks as one of the best racers this year.
Read Full Review >Electronic Gaming Monthly
The sense of speed is incredible. [July 2002, p.122]
Yahoo! Games
Overtaking games like "Gran Turismo," Criterion Games' racer is more like ageing Sega classic Outrun on a heavy dose of speed with a touch of Red Bull to help push things along.
Read Full Review >IGN
I really found myself wishing that Burnout had dynamic weather effects, more cars, and some extra polish.
Read Full Review >Game Informer
It's still a fun romp. You won't find customizing options or an extensive list of vehicles to buy; but if it's chaos and destruction you want, it's chaos and destruction you'll get. [June 2002, p.81]
Gaming Age
If there is anything to complain about in Burnout, it has to be the audio.
Read Full Review >GameSpot
A run-of-the-mill arcade driving game that features spectacular crashes.
Read Full Review >Armchair Empire
Accessible is the key word when it comes to Burnout – the game’s most notable feature is the butter-smooth, quick responsive control, especially with the perfect fit of the GameCube controller.
Read Full Review >Total Video Games
Thankfully the controls work better then ever on the Cube’s pad, so you’ll be whizzing through traffic and sliding round corners in no time at all.
Read Full Review >Adrenaline Vault
This title falls short of being a blockbuster simply because it doesn't offer enough. There isn't enough play variety and not nearly enough tracks.
Read Full Review >What Our Users Said
The average user rating for this game is 8.8 (out of 10) based on 11 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.
Bboy gave it an8:
i bought this second hand for $10 so it was worth it. its good, realistic fun but its not the most fun ive had when it comes to racing games.
Paul G. gave it a 10:
The graphics on this game are stunning! Also, the crashes are the best in the business because of it telling you the insurance sum. IT ROCKS!
Fred gave it a 9:
The fastest, most intense racing game Ive ever played.
[Anonymous] gave it a 9:
I really like this game a lot. It works really well with my steering wheel for game cube. I wish there were more cars to pick from, but that is not a very big deal. My biggest complaint would be that it is very difficult to get the 1st place position required by many of the races!! I'll just keep trying...
Phil J. gave it an 8:
Wooooooo Hoooooooo! I love this game!
Saint P. gave it a 9:
Very good multiplayer. Had a blast last weekend with this.
Nh J. gave it a 10:
It's good.
