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DiRT 2

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5.8 User Score:

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Game Info

Publisher: Codemasters

Developer: Codemasters

Genre(s): Racing, Driving

Players: 2

ESRB Rating: E10+ (Everyone 10 and Older)

Release Date: September 8, 2009

Summary

(Also known as "Colin McRae: DiRT 2" in the UK/EU) DiRT 2 takes racing games to a new level with thrilling new race types, striking locations, big event atmosphere, and a peerless line-up of super-charged speed machines, each selected to deliver spectacular, fast-paced racing. Taking players on an exhilarating World Tour, DiRT 2 delivers over 100 stunning events, including aggressive, multi-vehicle races and intense solo challenges, set in the most diverse and demanding real-world environments. From the muddy tracks of the Malaysian rainforest to spectator-packed stadiums in London and Los Angeles, racers compete in contemporary off-road race disciplines covering Rallycross, Trailblazer, Raid, Landrush, and Rally. Embracing the culture and new heroes of modern off-road racing, DiRT 2 features an exciting line-up of the best new rally drivers - including the multi medal-winning Subaru Rally Team USA driver Ken Block alongside Travis Pastrana, Dave Mirra, and Tanner Faust, who help players build their racing career. [Codemasters]

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What The Critics Said

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GameZone

DIRT 2 is a fun and gripping, highly worthwhile racing game.

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PSFocus

The portable version of the great PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 race game. It has a few different tracks, nice graphics and nice audio. Not the best racer this year, but a game that can provide a lot of fun.

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Cheat Code Central

If you're a patient racing fan who doesn't mind the old-school style racers in which a single mistake at any point in the race can cost you the win, then you'll be able to look past Dirt 2's frustrating moments. However, if you're easily miffed, this probably isn't the best game for you.

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GamingXP

With DiRT 2 you can have fun for a short time, but there’s no innovation and it’s not technically perfect. If you have the option, you should buy the console version.

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GameFocus

If it’s the exotic locations and fun at high-speeds that you are looking in your PSP racer and shedding an additional $10 isn’t an issue, we suggest you go for Motorstorm: Artic Edge. There are worst racers for the PSP out there but in a year where Gran Turismo, NFS Shift and Motorstorm: Artic Edge stand out in their own way, DiRT 2 collects the dust. No matter how you shake it, DiRT 2 makes little baby Jesus cry.

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Pocket Gamer UK

Imperfect handling and shallow gameplay leave DiRT 2 in the dust of more compelling, competent off-road racers.

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Modojo

No, DiRT 2 isn't filled with the same awe and wonder as the console versions. That's obvious. However, if you can look past the speed bumps, you'll see it's a moderately enjoyable racer.

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SpazioGames

A poor game, with a ridiculous AI and a driving feeling close to zero. Too bad, because the home version wasn't so bad after all. There's definitely better on your PSP, if you like racing.

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Worth Playing

By and large, Dirt 2 is an unremarkable and mostly boring racing game, and the more you play it, the worse the flaws get.

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WonderwallWeb

Unfortunately Dirt 2 on PSP is a game you should probably avoid.

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IGN

Do: Buy Dirt 2 for the PlayStation 3 or Xbox 360. Don't: Buy Dirt 2 for the PSP.

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Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)

How the hell is this considered good enough on a system that just got Gran Turismo? [Dec 2009, p.81]

Playstation Official Magazine UK

As awful as the 'big console' version is great. [Christmas 2009, p.116]

What Our Users Said

The average user rating for this game is 5.8 (out of 10) based on 5 User Votes

Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.

Allan D gave it a4:
This game has the worst car graphics and physics I've ever played on the PSP. At no point did I feel like I was driving on dirt. Powerslides are nonexistant, except for "snow". One positive point is that gameplay & frame-rate is fast. Environments are okay. It felt like an abandoned launch title. This game is not finished. Do not buy it. Get World Rally Championship, Toca/V8, or Gran Turismo instead. Even Motor Storm is miles better than this.

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