Burnout Paradise: The Ultimate Box

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7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 608 Ratings

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  1. MikhaeT
    Feb 11, 2009
    8
    Burnout isn't quite the same on PC as on a console - your friends laughing as you fail miserably... or you laughing at them as you take them down for the 4th time in a row. But for a console port, this game is excellent! Agreed, listening to Welcome to the Jungle can be tedious, however load times aren't too bad on my PC, possibly helped by skipping logging into an account - Burnout isn't quite the same on PC as on a console - your friends laughing as you fail miserably... or you laughing at them as you take them down for the 4th time in a row. But for a console port, this game is excellent! Agreed, listening to Welcome to the Jungle can be tedious, however load times aren't too bad on my PC, possibly helped by skipping logging into an account - just hit backspace, as it shows when you're prompted to log in, just as you can choose not to install EA's Download manager when installing the game. As soon as I am in game, I hit the skip track song to get bring up a new track. The gameplay is exactly what I've come to expect from a Burnout game - good, simple, fun! The PC controls work much better than I had expected, that is to say I crashed into walls/traffic/off cliffs no more than I would have with a PlayStation controller. I like the variety in what you can do... from straight out racing, to finding as many shortcuts as possible, smashing billboards, to finding and driving through the best/highest/longest jumps and chains of stunts. This is a game I will keep coming back to!… Expand
  2. JamesK
    Feb 11, 2009
    9
    Very nice game, have been addicted to this for the last 2 weeks or so, I now have my A liscenes and rocking the house. The game looks very nice on the PC with no hick-ups or crashes, loading times are OK for me, about 1 minute to get the game starting, you just have to have a good PC =] I have been playing with the X360 controller and it really plays fluently, so no problems there. Very nice game, have been addicted to this for the last 2 weeks or so, I now have my A liscenes and rocking the house. The game looks very nice on the PC with no hick-ups or crashes, loading times are OK for me, about 1 minute to get the game starting, you just have to have a good PC =] I have been playing with the X360 controller and it really plays fluently, so no problems there. I'm really enjoying the 'mission' structure which you can excess almost anywhere if you're driving around. I'm really just chilling playing the game, doing whatever I want, listening to some nice gaming podcast.… Expand
  3. MunkF
    Feb 10, 2009
    10
    I spent the first couple of hours just driving around Paradise City collecting Billboards and Super Jumps. I then won a a few Races and Stunt events to get some more cars (cars are released into the world and have to be Taken Down before they can be driven).That's what makes this game a 10 for me, there is so much to do in the world and you can choose to do it in any order you want. I spent the first couple of hours just driving around Paradise City collecting Billboards and Super Jumps. I then won a a few Races and Stunt events to get some more cars (cars are released into the world and have to be Taken Down before they can be driven).That's what makes this game a 10 for me, there is so much to do in the world and you can choose to do it in any order you want. Going online is a breeze with a menu system that you activate while driving, and lobbies where you also continue to drive between events. In fact the lobbies are just another way to play the game. Still unlocking new cars (and bikes), and finding new things to do after 30 hours of play means I will be playing this for a long time to come! This is the perfect example of how an open world game should play. Makes all other driving games feel outdated and predictable.… Expand
  4. NathanS
    Apr 12, 2009
    9
    This game is a lot of fun, and despite the comments of previous reviewers on speed of the game, load times and such, the requirements of this game are quite modest by today's standards especially. As far as gameplay is concerned, the game is a lot of fun, and I feel that the introduction of showtime more than makes up for the removal of aftertouch and crash mode. Rule the Road is an This game is a lot of fun, and despite the comments of previous reviewers on speed of the game, load times and such, the requirements of this game are quite modest by today's standards especially. As far as gameplay is concerned, the game is a lot of fun, and I feel that the introduction of showtime more than makes up for the removal of aftertouch and crash mode. Rule the Road is an interesting feature, which, with a few friends online, will keep you up, running, and competing with them for top spot on different roads for hours and hours. The game life really is expanded by online play, with even more challenges to complete with and against your friends. My main complaint is the menu, it takes some time to get the hang of, and is not structured well towards the PC. Otherwise, if you picked up and enjoyed Burnout 3, with the exception of a few minor annoyances, you won't be disappointed with this game.… Expand
  5. JianT
    Apr 14, 2009
    9
    Look guys, i really do not understand all the bad scores... most of you complain about how this is a openworld and that the mini map and all that are useless because it takes away from the racing. Now before i start a race, i simply press "m" on my keyboard to bring up the map. Give it a 2-3 second look and have the root down in my mind and im done. Racing has never been easier and Look guys, i really do not understand all the bad scores... most of you complain about how this is a openworld and that the mini map and all that are useless because it takes away from the racing. Now before i start a race, i simply press "m" on my keyboard to bring up the map. Give it a 2-3 second look and have the root down in my mind and im done. Racing has never been easier and finding a faster rout that the other computer cars are too stupid to take has never been more fun. and the keyboard controls DO NOT SUCK. They just need fixing. for example, boost needs to be space bar and e brake needs to be shift while showtime MUST be changed to d so you dont accidently press s all the time during a race and piss yourself off. For these minor problems which can be fixed with a little bit of brainpower, i give it a 9/10.… Expand
  6. aaronP
    Jun 20, 2009
    10
    you know i dont know what peopel are talking about when they say its not a burnout game, it feels like a raceing game with lots of fast cars and big crashes which Burnout was all about. sure maybe some things are missing but really its hard to tell when your racing your heart out trying to make that one last turn with an angry AI on your taillights.
  7. JoshN
    Feb 10, 2009
    9
    Don't listen to Micah. The game does NOT make heavy use of "Welcome to the Jungle" as he says. Instead the name of the song is "Paradise City" and it is only used as the opening song as the game loads up, big deal. :P lol In terms of performance, the game runs really good, that is if your computer isn't running on Windows Ancient Edition with only 10 Mb of RAM like Micah's Don't listen to Micah. The game does NOT make heavy use of "Welcome to the Jungle" as he says. Instead the name of the song is "Paradise City" and it is only used as the opening song as the game loads up, big deal. :P lol In terms of performance, the game runs really good, that is if your computer isn't running on Windows Ancient Edition with only 10 Mb of RAM like Micah's does. I'm running this game on an 8800GT with 4 gigs of RAM. The official LOW requirements list says that you need at LEAST one gig of RAM and a Pentium 4 processor running on Vista or XP and that's at the LOWEST. So if you don't have that or BETTER, then don't even try to play it. The controls on the keyboard are a little tedious so I would suggest either using one of those steering wheel peripherals or an Xbox 360 controller. The game play is actually pretty good, I only wish the activities around the city were a little more varied. Multiplayer and single player work together pretty flawlessly. And contrary to Micah's post, creating an online account takes less than a minute or so. And once you are signed up, the online play is pretty competitive and really fun. All-in-all, this game is a reminder of how games SHOULD be ported to the PC. If you're a racing fan or just like FUN games then this one is a blast. It has great game play, great graphics and fun online modes that will keep you entertained for countless hours.… Expand
  8. AntonioM
    Feb 17, 2009
    9
    An excellent racing game and an excellent port. Pros + Open-ended: thousands of opportunities for you. You just want to crash to other cars? You can do it. You want to race? Race. + Excellent graphics, improved from the console version. + Smooth and clean control system (tested with X360 controller) + Good soundtrack + Packed with all the DLC availalble until release + Nice netcode. + No An excellent racing game and an excellent port. Pros + Open-ended: thousands of opportunities for you. You just want to crash to other cars? You can do it. You want to race? Race. + Excellent graphics, improved from the console version. + Smooth and clean control system (tested with X360 controller) + Good soundtrack + Packed with all the DLC availalble until release + Nice netcode. + No loading times Cons - Some Burnout fans may not like the new open-ended world - Few customizable cars/options.… Expand
  9. kowalski
    Aug 30, 2011
    10
    One of the best racing games ever. The graphics are particularly nice to the eye, the game-play is pretty nice, the map is big but not too big, overall, a very, very enjoyable game.
  10. TimE
    Apr 9, 2009
    10
    One of the best console ports I've ever played. The perfomance, the menus, the graphics and sounds are just great. If you don't know that this game was actually a console game, you would never guess that. My controller also works perfectly, which it doesn't on some bad console ports. The gameplay is quite fun, I kind of miss the Crash mode and Aftertouch as well, but that One of the best console ports I've ever played. The perfomance, the menus, the graphics and sounds are just great. If you don't know that this game was actually a console game, you would never guess that. My controller also works perfectly, which it doesn't on some bad console ports. The gameplay is quite fun, I kind of miss the Crash mode and Aftertouch as well, but that doesn't make the game bad. Maybe it's not a real Burnout game, but it is still fun as hell and I can just recommend it. Just because it's such a great port I still give thise game a 10/10, even if it's not a real Burnout game. If you like racing games, you should like this one as well.… Expand
  11. BorH
    Feb 10, 2009
    8
    I must disagree with previous user review, game loads quite fast, I would say less than a minute. It also didn't install EA Download manager for me or at least it's not auto starting, it also allows to skip the account creating, it will bug you every time you run it but you can skip it. Otherwise it's good fun, I can't get enough of flying cars crashing into the wall. I must disagree with previous user review, game loads quite fast, I would say less than a minute. It also didn't install EA Download manager for me or at least it's not auto starting, it also allows to skip the account creating, it will bug you every time you run it but you can skip it. Otherwise it's good fun, I can't get enough of flying cars crashing into the wall. It's like NFS meet Flatout. The only downside I see are long crash animations that can get quite annoying when you just wan't to race.… Expand
  12. Zyromkiru
    May 4, 2012
    8
    First 10 i have so far and that is because this is my all time favorite racing game and was well made from the start. The crashing and no loading screens make me happy.
  13. JasonP
    Mar 25, 2009
    9
    I enjoyed this game a lot. I think removing crash mode was a huge mistake but once you get into it you forget about it. The most important thing to mention is this is a good console to PC port, not buggy like others usually are. Very efficiently coded, lots of fun to be had.
  14. Cooldude731
    Jun 7, 2012
    10
    It is 2012 now, and it is still the best racing game I have ever played. The game is lots of fun, doesn't matter wither you're offline or online because it has lots of challenges and stuff for you to find or do. You can pretty much do whatever you want. This was very nicely ported to the PC, not buggy, just a perfect game. But make sure to have a computer to run this game or else loadingIt is 2012 now, and it is still the best racing game I have ever played. The game is lots of fun, doesn't matter wither you're offline or online because it has lots of challenges and stuff for you to find or do. You can pretty much do whatever you want. This was very nicely ported to the PC, not buggy, just a perfect game. But make sure to have a computer to run this game or else loading screens can take up to minutes at a time. Though, my only complaint is the lack of support towards the PC version. They stop updating the PC version after the "Boost Specials" pack was released, and then shut down the store in October 2010, by my understanding. So if you're a person wanting to have access to the game's DLC, buy it for Xbox360 or PS3. Otherwise, a true masterpiece!… Expand
  15. chadc
    Aug 9, 2009
    10
    best racing game i have ever played and extras to buy are great to play
  16. ShaneBurruss
    Feb 11, 2009
    10
    This game is flat out great! My computer is not that great and this console-to-PC-port runs perfectly! Being able to go from offline play to online play in about three seconds is unheard of. Almost like the GTA IV cellphone. The city is so open and there are lots and lots of goodies to unlock. See you on the streets!
  17. BrendenR
    Feb 25, 2009
    8
    For those of you saying that this game is terrible because of load times and what not, i have an idea: instead of spending all of your money on new games, how about you UPGRADE YOUR COMPUTER TO PARTS THAT ARE FROM THIS DECADE. if youre experiencing load times upwards of 2 minutes, you are definately NOT running a computer with gaming capabilities. this game is also a DRIVING game, so if For those of you saying that this game is terrible because of load times and what not, i have an idea: instead of spending all of your money on new games, how about you UPGRADE YOUR COMPUTER TO PARTS THAT ARE FROM THIS DECADE. if youre experiencing load times upwards of 2 minutes, you are definately NOT running a computer with gaming capabilities. this game is also a DRIVING game, so if controls suck on a keyboard, go figure. get the 30 dollar xbox 360 controller port for the computer and FIXED. no more garbage ass keyboard controls. this game is ridiculously fun and addictive. online freeburn play is really fun with friends. dont listen to naysayers or the people saying that the crash mode is gone? its not gone. you can do the crash on every single road, each with its own money amount to try and beat (most are around $1,000,000 so you gotta hit lots of cars. hitting buses gives you a money multiplier.) so most of the people on here with 8+ rating are correct. this game is solid. as long as your computer isn't from 1981.… Expand
  18. Navineous
    Aug 5, 2011
    10
    One of the best racing games ever for the PC. The slowdown on crashing is amazing, the graphics were great for 2009, it still looks good today. The choice in music was so so, but I just muted the music and played my iTunes over it. For the people who say they hate GNR... that's your opinion, if you don't like them then remove it. I've experience no glitches at all... So yea. It's great. :D
  19. SupaChigga
    Nov 19, 2013
    8
    Single Player/Multi Player (2/2)

    (If the single player is better than the multiplayer, review this section as if it had no multplayer) (If the multiplayer is better than the multiplayer, review this section as if it had no single player) Gameplay (2/2) Visuals/Story (1/2) (If the visuals are better than the story, review this section as if it had no story) (If the story is    Single Player/Multi Player (2/2)

    (If the single player is better than the multiplayer, review this section as if it had no multplayer) (If the multiplayer is better than the multiplayer, review this section as if it had no single player)

    Gameplay (2/2)

    Visuals/Story (1/2)

    (If the visuals are better than the story, review this section as if it had no story) (If the story is better than the visuals, review this section as if the visuals didn’t matter)

    Accessibility/Longevity (1/2)

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    Pricing (1/2)

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    The review score is based out of 10 points. There are no “half” or 0.5 increments. It is impossible to have a score above 10 or below 0. The review score will change as the game gets new dlc, drops in price, or if more secrets are found through the game increasing its appeal.

    The scoring is split into 6 sections. The first five sections can add a possible 2 points to the final score. The first 5 sections are Single Player/Multi Player, Gameplay, Visuals/Story, Accessibility/Longevity, and Pricing.

    Notice that 3 of these sections have two parts. These particular sections will be scored based on the stronger part of the game of the two. For example, if a game has a lousy single player campaign, but an excellent multiplayer component, that section will be based solely on the multiplayer as if the single player did not exist. This allows games to be based on their own merits, as many unnecessary features are shoehorned into video games by publishers to reach a “feature quota”. Games that excel in both areas of a section don’t receive should be noted in the written review, but cannot increase the score past 2 in that section. However, it can be taken into account in the final section

    The final section can add 1, add 0, or subtract 1 to the final score. This final section is the “wildcard” section. This section is for how the reviewer “feels” about the game, but limits this only to this section, rather than the entire 10 point review. This section can include any positive or negative point that was not covered in the previous 5 sections.    … Expand
  20. Blackbeard
    May 19, 2011
    10
    This is the best racing game i've ever played. It is very realistic, fun with multiplayer, and challenging. I would recommend this game to anyone. The only thing i would change is some of the music that plays while you are playing. kinda annoying, but the game is so good it makes up for it.
  21. Ears14U
    Mar 14, 2012
    9
    Yes, Yes, and again Yes! What an incredibly fun game. The first 45 minutes I was thinking...wow...what an incredible "realistic" racing game. I haven't even scratched the surface of this game...And so much MORE realistic than other new ones I don't really need to mention that I and others out there own. So much more responsive. And if you've ever really "raced" on the streets of a majorYes, Yes, and again Yes! What an incredibly fun game. The first 45 minutes I was thinking...wow...what an incredible "realistic" racing game. I haven't even scratched the surface of this game...And so much MORE realistic than other new ones I don't really need to mention that I and others out there own. So much more responsive. And if you've ever really "raced" on the streets of a major city or hometown? I can truthfully tell you that this racer is the closest thing to actually being in the friggin' car! I sincerely give it an 10++....You won't be disappointed spending $19.99 on this game or less! Yaaaaaa.....EA....You get major KUDOS from me!!!… Expand
  22. dfjaljfdal
    Mar 15, 2012
    10
    There is simply nothing wrong with this game; it is one of the best racers I have every played. Though it is an arcade-style racer, each car still has somewhat of a different "feel" to it. The graphics are amazing, the damage breathtakingly detailed. One of the best racing game ever, bar none.
  23. angrygamer1023
    Oct 8, 2012
    9
    I got this game after I got extremely bored of Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit, because it limits you to certian spaces and wasn't open world. After I got this games I was so happy, because when you race it's completely open world. Althought it is a little challenging that they made the races open world. I really didn't like party mode. The campaign is very long, and it's really worth yourI got this game after I got extremely bored of Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit, because it limits you to certian spaces and wasn't open world. After I got this games I was so happy, because when you race it's completely open world. Althought it is a little challenging that they made the races open world. I really didn't like party mode. The campaign is very long, and it's really worth your money. This games is WAY off realism, this game isn't even close to bieng realistic, so if your someone who's trying to find a game with realism this really won't be the game for you. Althought if you want a game that has action, challenging moments, and extreme fun, this game will totally be for you. So far this is the best racing game I have ever played so far. The graphics for a 2009 game are just amzaing. The PC controls are a little quirky and not very smooth. Luckily I was able to hook up my PS3 Controller to my PC, and play Burnout Paradise with it. Overall I would give it 9 stars out of ten. Because I was really looking forward to party mode, but sadly it seemed to be that the developers payed WAY more attention to the campaign then the party mode. Again the PC controlles are a little quircky , so thats why I hooked up my PC controller to my PC.

    Overall it's one of the best racing games ever in my opinion. I've never had this much fun with Burnout Paradise.    … Expand
  24. KratosITALY
    Aug 21, 2013
    9
    I don't like racing games. But this isn't one of'em. It's a sandbox game with a huge map, badass soundtrack, cool graphics, 75 cars and 4 bikes and some cool game mods. Yes, you can take part at some races, but that's not the only thing to do in Paradise City, where the grass is green and the girls are pretty ;D
  25. Krizuwe
    Jan 22, 2014
    8
    Un juegazo, a mi no me gustan los juegos de coches y carreras, pero este si me encanto, es un juegazo, lo recomiendo 100% tanto para fans de coches como para los del sandbox tipo GTA, es un juego con un mapeado extensisimo que te encantara disfrutar, acompañado mejor, es divertidisimo y muy adictivo, a la minima que podais pillaroslo, de verdad que os lo recomiendo, además hacer takedow aUn juegazo, a mi no me gustan los juegos de coches y carreras, pero este si me encanto, es un juegazo, lo recomiendo 100% tanto para fans de coches como para los del sandbox tipo GTA, es un juego con un mapeado extensisimo que te encantara disfrutar, acompañado mejor, es divertidisimo y muy adictivo, a la minima que podais pillaroslo, de verdad que os lo recomiendo, además hacer takedow a los amigos no tiene precio xDD… Expand
  26. azeitona
    Nov 29, 2014
    9
    A really, really good racing game. The driving feels solid, and the visuals are really beautiful -for 2008. But even today, they are good.

    But what sets this game apart for me is that it is STUPIDLY FUN. I mean, in the 90's we had Moto Racer, which didn't have anything that special, but was AWESOME to race. If you are angry, or sad, just turn on the PC and play some races in Moto Racer,    A really, really good racing game. The driving feels solid, and the visuals are really beautiful -for 2008. But even today, they are good.

    But what sets this game apart for me is that it is STUPIDLY FUN. I mean, in the 90's we had Moto Racer, which didn't have anything that special, but was AWESOME to race. If you are angry, or sad, just turn on the PC and play some races in Moto Racer, and you'll see what I mean. And this is what I feel with this burnout. It's just so much fun to jump around everywhere, doing stunts and making other drivers crash. And Paradise City is an awesome place, with a mediocre soundtrack, unfortunately. I would prefer some classic rock or heavy metal, but there's Guns N' Roses, Alice In Chains, Soundgarden, Faith no More and some other cool artists. And yes, classical music is awesome to drive while wrecking and blowing the **** of the city.    … Expand
  27. Mahdiar
    Jul 6, 2016
    9
    Gameplay : 9
    Graphics : 9
    Story : 6
    Sound : 9
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    Overall : 9
  28. SpawnCap
    Jun 25, 2014
    10
    This is an excellent open world racing game. Graphics still hold up against today's games. This is an arcade type racing game, not a simulator, so if your looking for realistic racing then this is not the game for you. This game is not like past burnout games, there isn't a crash mode. However it is an excellent racing game with lots of races, 75 cars, boards to smash through, jumpThis is an excellent open world racing game. Graphics still hold up against today's games. This is an arcade type racing game, not a simulator, so if your looking for realistic racing then this is not the game for you. This game is not like past burnout games, there isn't a crash mode. However it is an excellent racing game with lots of races, 75 cars, boards to smash through, jump locations to jump, awesome crashes.

    Want realistic racing, or expect something like the older Burnout games then don't buy.
    If you want one of the best arcade racing games out there then this is a must buy.

    P.S. I own this game on both the PS3 and PC. PC Graphics slightly better than PS3, both versions are great.    … Expand
  29. Spyros_spy
    Sep 13, 2014
    10
    This is a classic for me. Amazing crashes and destructions with fast cars and bikes. I am even reinstalling this game as I type this message. To the people that say that they need to memorize the city or there is no clue where to take the right turns on a race. Car's left and right flashs when you need to turn left or right, and If I remember correctly even the street plates on the top ofThis is a classic for me. Amazing crashes and destructions with fast cars and bikes. I am even reinstalling this game as I type this message. To the people that say that they need to memorize the city or there is no clue where to take the right turns on a race. Car's left and right flashs when you need to turn left or right, and If I remember correctly even the street plates on the top of the screen flash or move as well. So no worries there! Enjoy the crashes… Expand
  30. Akhilam
    Sep 26, 2014
    10
    Everything is great about this game - the graphics, cars, races, everything to me is nearly perfect. This games is awesome. Probably the best racing game for me ever.
  31. SirFrolo
    Jun 8, 2016
    10
    best game EA has ever made. That should say a lot.

    I really enjoyed this game, it is just truly a blast to play this game, and do crazy flips n' ****
  32. dzbnkx
    Nov 13, 2019
    8
    For 2009, the game was awesome, and to this day it is the best recent racing game published by EA.
  33. LionGrand
    Jul 16, 2018
    8
    Аркадная классная гонка с отличной музыкой.
  34. Danil_Shtangeev
    Dec 14, 2018
    8
    Cool racing. I've played this game many years ago. But it's still looking interesting for me.
  35. Kostas_Spirou
    Dec 27, 2021
    8
    This game is a blast.
    I love the aesthetic, the "dirty" UI and the messy color scheme, it gives this game a very charming art-style in a different way.
    As for the gameplay, it's chaotic as hell and very fun! Unlocking cars feels rewarding and well-earned. Also, there are many challenges and gamemodes to choose from, this game is very big, and the open world aspect is implemented very    This game is a blast.
    I love the aesthetic, the "dirty" UI and the messy color scheme, it gives this game a very charming art-style in a different way.

    As for the gameplay, it's chaotic as hell and very fun!
    Unlocking cars feels rewarding and well-earned.

    Also, there are many challenges and gamemodes to choose from, this game is very big, and the open world aspect is implemented very well.

    I do wish there was a bigger variety in the side content and challenges, because it does get repetitive after a while.
    Also I would've prefer if there was actual car customization, I think it would fit more with the game.

    Final Rating: "Very Good" ~ 7.5/10.    … Expand
  36. Eglin
    Sep 16, 2013
    10
    Burnout Paradise remains the best arcade racer on the PC platform. The single-player campaign is fun to play through, mapping out the city, collecting new cars, competing in events and upgrading licenses. The multiplayer is even better than the single-player. The map is brilliantly laid out, with shortcuts and alternate routes in abundance. It's amazing the way that cars willBurnout Paradise remains the best arcade racer on the PC platform. The single-player campaign is fun to play through, mapping out the city, collecting new cars, competing in events and upgrading licenses. The multiplayer is even better than the single-player. The map is brilliantly laid out, with shortcuts and alternate routes in abundance. It's amazing the way that cars will frequently approach the finish line from multiple directions, with multiple routes proving effective. None of the cars are licensed, but the game delivers where it's important... the actual racing is wonderful, and this game is worth checking out.… Expand
  37. gracjanski
    May 25, 2020
    8
    Good arcade race game in an open city with nice settings and good graphic. The city is full of details and has a lot to discover. Also there are many cars and many contents: racing, takedowns, stunts.
    In the open world you can do a lot also: destroy billboards, find shortcuts and so on. But some of them are timesinks and unnecessary.
    The feeling to drive the cars is great and it is a lot    Good arcade race game in an open city with nice settings and good graphic. The city is full of details and has a lot to discover. Also there are many cars and many contents: racing, takedowns, stunts.
    In the open world you can do a lot also: destroy billboards, find shortcuts and so on. But some of them are timesinks and unnecessary.
    The feeling to drive the cars is great and it is a lot of fun to upgrade your license. For that you need to win contests.

    What is bad?
    The controlling of the menu is a typical console nightmare and in addition this game is annoying you to go online and buy in the shop.
    The music is typical american rock, that I dont like. I turned it off.
    DJ Atomika is annoying, because she talks childish.
    Overall the game is made for teenies.    … Expand
  38. Cotroneo
    Jan 22, 2015
    9
    Both a review and a response to 'Captain Murph' that gave it a 0.

    First, I'll give a short review: The graphics are stunning, and that's pretty much all you can say about the graphics. The slow-motion crashes never get old, since they happen throughout the massive map, so even if you get the same type of crash, you'll be getting the crash in a different way/reason throughout the game.    Both a review and a response to 'Captain Murph' that gave it a 0.

    First, I'll give a short review:
    The graphics are stunning, and that's pretty much all you can say about the graphics.
    The slow-motion crashes never get old, since they happen throughout the massive map, so even if you get the same type of crash, you'll be getting the crash in a different way/reason throughout the game.
    The game play is fast paced, and even for messing around, you'll be able to have hours of fun. If you play it for long enough, and learn the street names, you'll be able to find your way around the map without the use of a mini-map at all. The different types of cars are awesome since each car is for different playstyles, which adds even more fun to the game. I do however wish that there was more in-depth customization; it would compliment the amazing graphics that the game features.

    In response to CaptainMurph:

    First off, he rated it a 0 simply because his opinions have convinced himself that he's the only one that's right when it comes to the quality of this game. But you can already probably tell by just reading his review that everything he wrote is based on his preferences and opinions alone, as opposed to facts.

    A portion of his review is him criticizing the lack of mouse control and how it is designed for a controller. The fact that he expects racing games to be optimized for keyboards is stupid in itself, and even then, if he plans on playing the game by remaining in the menu the entire time, then what he says is still stupid.

    With the music and radio that HE doesn't like, you can just turn them off in the settings, which obviously is too difficult for him if he can't spend 10 seconds navigating to the 'options' in the menu.

    The handling of the cars is nothing like GTA; if you're able to drift for 30 seconds+ in GTA, then he is still wrong, since the other aspects of the mechanics are different from GTA. If you're reviewing this game, you already know that.

    I'd like to finish by noting that when he said " The only time you will lose is if you go the wrong way or crash a lot, and even then you will usually win.", he displayed a perfect example of contradicting yourself.    … Expand
  39. PunisherLex
    Aug 17, 2013
    10
    To be honest I'm not much of a fan of driving games but this one is the only one that I can truly enjoy even if the controls on PC are horrid you can easily change this to you liking using the options screen, also the freeburn online mode is really fluent, unlock able cars, road rage, online freeroam capabilities to race and beat down your friends, what else could you really ask for thisTo be honest I'm not much of a fan of driving games but this one is the only one that I can truly enjoy even if the controls on PC are horrid you can easily change this to you liking using the options screen, also the freeburn online mode is really fluent, unlock able cars, road rage, online freeroam capabilities to race and beat down your friends, what else could you really ask for this is truly the only racing game I ever liked even if it was made in 2009 the graphics are still really good even if your playing on a low quality PC.… Expand
  40. ka3map
    Jan 8, 2014
    9
    My favourite racing game. It's awesome at all 100%
    Starting with music, ending with car crashing view.
    This make me remember first 2 flatouts, my second favourity racing game, the only one thing this game needs, peoples inside the cars.
    9/10
  41. PrinceP20
    Dec 29, 2014
    9
    Best open world racing game I've ever played! The collisions,graphics,car sounds and intense speeding action is what made it the best racing game in its time and even now!
  42. dandalis
    Oct 30, 2016
    8
    When it comes to Burnout before Paradise i only had tried Burnout 3 demo on NFS Underground 2 PS2 disc and it was pretty sick little experience and soon after that i quit console gaming and went full PC. That made me want a Burnout game on PC and Criterion delivered.

    Paradise is an excellent arcade racer with all the Burnout DNA in open world setting. Game plays smoothly, controls work    When it comes to Burnout before Paradise i only had tried Burnout 3 demo on NFS Underground 2 PS2 disc and it was pretty sick little experience and soon after that i quit console gaming and went full PC. That made me want a Burnout game on PC and Criterion delivered.

    Paradise is an excellent arcade racer with all the Burnout DNA in open world setting. Game plays smoothly, controls work wonderfully even on kboard and overall PC version is done very well, kudos to Criterion. One small but for me cool option was the matching game time to your local PC's time, it was kinda cool playing at night irl and having night in game aswell, havent played any other open world game that does that which is a shame. As for cars, theyre designed beautifully and sound aggressive with fine detail as hell, like it should in every self respecting arcade racer. Bike riding was also done really well, imo better than some full blown bike racing games. Paradise city itself is pretty detailed and interesting place to explore with insane jumps and stunt locations, having for the time great graphics. Crashing your car and crushing your competition is always fun, maybe after some time gets bit too repetative.

    Only real shame is that EA shut down game's servers, never got to enjoy the MP carnage.    … Expand
  43. killer1237
    Oct 24, 2018
    9
    Burnout paradise is a 12 year old boy's dream game: fast cars and destruction. While you can enjoy this at any age, it brings out your destructive side and every time you force an opponent into traffic, it is always satisfying.
  44. rezo_21
    Sep 19, 2021
    8
    ====================IIIIIIIIII GAME SCORE : 82 IIIIIIIIII====================
  45. Cz3rw0ny
    Feb 10, 2021
    8
    Very dynamic, fast paced racing game. Great cars, amazing soundtrack. Graphics are average, but gameplay mechanics and general feel of the game is great.
  46. Kostas101
    Oct 5, 2021
    8
    A really good racing game, I love the open world aspect, the gameplay mechanics are enjoyable, unlocking cars is satisfying, but the physics are very chaotic and the challenges can be a little bit repetitive.
  47. MaxmilianKohler
    Sep 24, 2019
    9
    Fun game! High replay value.

    There doesn't seem to be an active multiplayer community though. Too bad! I wanna race other people!!
  48. BerceGampu
    Jul 24, 2022
    8
    Heyy.. i remembered this games..! Its one step a head on its genre. If you looking for fun racing games then this ones is definitely for you
  49. yeezymane
    Apr 1, 2021
    8
    Графика - 8/10
    Игровой процесс - 9/10
    Сюжет - 6/10
    Музыка - 9/10
  50. combine_soldier
    Nov 17, 2021
    10
    Best racing game i ever played, better than nfs mw and even forza horizon 4! still playing remaster sometimes, good that multiplayer is alive again
  51. 2I2l1a
    May 2, 2022
    8
    Burnout Paradise The Ultimate Box is a special edition release that includes the award-winning Burnout Paradise game, the previously-released Cagney and Bikes downloadable content updates, plus the brand new Burnout Paradise Party pack. The Party pack brings the social fun of Burnout Paradise into an offline multiplayer mode where players compete in different stunt, speed and skill events.Burnout Paradise The Ultimate Box is a special edition release that includes the award-winning Burnout Paradise game, the previously-released Cagney and Bikes downloadable content updates, plus the brand new Burnout Paradise Party pack. The Party pack brings the social fun of Burnout Paradise into an offline multiplayer mode where players compete in different stunt, speed and skill events. The mode is designed to allow up to eight friends to “pass-the-pad” in dozens of quick-fire, turn-based challenges. The Party pack also includes a host of new features including a restart option added for racing and easier control of the early vehicles. Burnout Paradise proves that crashing is awesome! Next generation technology has enabled an unprecedented level of crash deformation allowing you to experience the most explosive pile-ups in the series’ history. Now the development team can realize their original vision for the Burnout franchise: an open world environment where you can do anything, anywhere, anytime. Feel the adrenaline course through your veins as you take to the road for the first time in Paradise City, where the action is all around you. Explore the city, discover events, and look for the best opportunities to crash, jump and pull signature takedowns. In Burnout Paradise you're given the keys to the city, but it's up to you to earn the keys to the meanest and most dangerous cars on the street, and earn your Burnout license. [Electronic Arts]… Expand
  52. Lerkozavrik
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Игра, которая завоевала мое сердце. Перепройденная мною несколько раз, Burnout Paradise остается прекрасной и в 2020. Саундтрек, геймплей, графика, карта - все прекрасно. Игра абсолютно не затянута, после прохождения хочется сделать это еще раз. Если вы не играли в эту прекрасную игру, покупайте Burnout Paradise Remastered, там все тоже самое, но с немного переделанной графикой и всемиИгра, которая завоевала мое сердце. Перепройденная мною несколько раз, Burnout Paradise остается прекрасной и в 2020. Саундтрек, геймплей, графика, карта - все прекрасно. Игра абсолютно не затянута, после прохождения хочется сделать это еще раз. Если вы не играли в эту прекрасную игру, покупайте Burnout Paradise Remastered, там все тоже самое, но с немного переделанной графикой и всеми длс. Рекомендую всем!!… Expand
  53. Fallconex
    Dec 17, 2020
    9
    Soundtrack, gameplay, graphics, map - everything is great. The game is absolutely not prolonged, after passing through I want to do it again
  54. Jackie_Jackson
    May 26, 2022
    9
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  55. The_D4RknesS
    Jun 6, 2022
    10
    Arcade gameplay, beautiful graphics, impeccable destruction physics and even features a local 8-player mode in the party mode. .
    Instead of Criterion making a lot of crap NFs I wanted a new Burnout and "I still believe" I'm going to see a game from this franchise in the new generation of videogames
  56. Hyperfailure
    Nov 27, 2022
    8
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Awards & Rankings

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#11 Best PC Game of 2009
28
#28 Most Discussed PC Game of 2009
31
#31 Most Shared PC Game of 2009

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 26
  3. Negative: 0 out of 26
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    90
    First ever PC version of Burnout is a perfect example of a modern racing game in an open world with all the essentials that players want. No need for C-grade actresses at all. [Issue#174, Jan 2009]
  2. VideoGamer
    90
    For true next-gen arcade racing thrills Burnout Paradise is most definitely your best option, and on PC your only option.
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  3. IGN
    84
    If you're willing to put in the time, there's plenty of content here to enjoy, including getting a handle on how all the various car models control and boost. For gamers looking for a different kind of high-speed racer or anyone's who has yet to experience the thrill Criterion's Burnout series provides, this is a solid choice.
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