Burnout 3 info and screens!!!

[Kurt Angle]

Electronic Arts and UK-based Criterion Games today confirmed that they have entered into a development and publishing partnership for Burnout 3. PlayStation 2 and Xbox versions of the arcade racing sequel are currently scheduled for worldwide release in September this year, although the GameCube version also rumored to be in development last month has not been confirmed.

"Burnout is already a hit arcade racing franchise and we are delighted to be working closely with Criterion to take the series to the next level in order to achieve the level of success that the series has always deserved," said Bruce McMillan, executive vice president, EA Worldwide Studios. "With its action-oriented game design and remarkable production values, we believe that Burnout is a perfect fit for our racing game portfolio."

Burnout 3 promises to be the most action-packed entry in the series to date, rewarding players not only for driving dangerously but also for using their car as a weapon with which to eliminate opponents via slam, shunt, and takedown maneuvers. Street circuits in the game will be set in North America, Europe, and the Far East, each with plenty of opportunities to gain bonuses by racing towards oncoming traffic.

Single-player gameplay modes in Burnout 3 will include both race and crash championships, as well as other options that are not being announced at this time. Single-player races in the game will be against five opponents rather than three as in previous Burnout titles, and the new "Hollywood-style" stunt crashes promise to be the most spectacular seen to date.

Exclusive to the PS2 version of Burnout 3 will be online gameplay modes for up to six players. Specific online gameplay modes have not been announced at this time, but we\'re told that both single races and crash modes will be available.

"Working closely with EA\'s European Studio on the development of Burnout 3 is exciting for Criterion and the Burnout series. We are thrilled that the game will benefit from EA\'s development and publishing expertise that ensures a worldwide audience will be able to enjoy this phenomenal game," said Fiona Sperry, studio head, Criterion Software. "We are confident that through this partnership, this fantastic game will be made even better."

Screenies!!!!!!









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I thought Burnout 2 was excellent  so I am really looking forward to this one.

didnt like the first one, didnt play the 2nd much, though i heard great things about it, this does look amazing though

those are xbox screenshots probably ^^

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Who cares? The defining line that used to be there between XBOX and PS2 titles graphically has blurred somewhat. PS2 continues to amaze whilest XBOX is just so so considering all the hype.

I think they are PS2 screens actually, Criterion has been speaking about how much "more" they are able to push PS2 now compared to Burnout 2.

I love the smashed glass.

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looks good. i never really played burnout until the 2nd one,..which was good.. it was nice to just pick up & play rather than go through the grueling license tests in gran turismo..not saying that gran turismo is crap..it\'s an excellent game and i\'ll probably pick up the next one..i just hate the licensing tests

The could very well be ps2 shots. I dont see it as impossible or improbable. Who knows and who cares. As long as it looks at least as good as BO2 then we are fine. I cant wait for this one. If its online then im getting it first thing when it comes out.

Ive been waiting for more online games and this would be the point where i would give in and buy the BBA

Originally posted by kopking
didnt like the first one, didnt play the 2nd much, though i heard great things about it, this does look amazing though

Same thing. Played the first and didn\'t like it and never played the second, but with all the hype around the second title I suppose that I should at least rent the 3rd title, might just be a sleeper hit.

If you don\'t like the first then I doubt you\'ll like the second.  Personally I loved it, and two just seemed like more of the same fun.  I hope they can bring more concepts into the third, either way it\'ll get some playing time from me.

Originally posted by ##RaCeR##
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Who cares? The defining line that used to be there between XBOX and PS2 titles graphically has blurred somewhat. PS2 continues to amaze whilest XBOX is just so so considering all the hype.

Have to say now that i have one.

I really don\'t see the massive gulf in power terms between the PS2 & X box.

Feel kind of con\'ed.



Either way i might end up getting this for the x box as the triggers on the s controller suit an arcade racer better in my eyes.

[Kurt Angle]

Don\'t forget the ps2 version has exclusive online play for up to six people!

Originally posted by ooseven
Have to say now that i have one.

I really don\'t see the massive gulf in power terms between the PS2 & X box.

Feel kind of con\'ed.



Either way i might end up getting this for the x box as the triggers on the s controller suit an arcade racer better in my eyes.

Exactly. I bought an XBOX over a year ago now and am still to buy a single game for it. I rarely hire games, and when I do, I rarely get an XBOX one (last game was PGR2 which was so so, I honestly don\'t see the hype). I think it was a total waste of money. I know I have grown out of games somewhat, but it just sits collecting dust.

If I were to get B3 it would be the PS2 version. Dual Shock is so much better (screw triggers, gimme the wheel) and online play.

Microsoft should just count their losses and call it a day.

I said conned about the gap between PS2 & x box... i didn\'t say they sould cut their losses.

anyway back on topic...

This will be a Addition to my X box games list... got the first one on a multi game pack with hitman 2 & Medal of Honour and have to say ... me Likey .

Originally posted by Bozco
If you don\'t like the first then I doubt you\'ll like the second.  Personally I loved it, and two just seemed like more of the same fun.  I hope they can bring more concepts into the third, either way it\'ll get some playing time from me.

That\'s actually not true. I found the first Burnout to be boring, repetitive and short but I love BO2 although it\'s a little short also. It\'s the best arcade racer I\'ve ever played. I\'m usually a sim-racing fan myself but BO2 was great fun.

And comparing this to GT (I know it wasn\'t you Bozco) is just plain stupid, don\'t know why people do that.

So for all you who didn\'t really like the first one should definitely check out the second one. The crash mode alone is worth buying it for.