Burnout 3: Takedown

 PlayStation 2
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9.0

Universal acclaim- based on 534 Ratings

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  1. BenDavies
    Sep 20, 2018
    10
    Burnout 3 has been my childhood, I love it! The graphics, the music, the world tour and other modes. Even the cars along with the graphics look amazing, my favourite car is the Assassin Super, really fast car. Really good game and I would recommend it to anyone who hasn't played the game yet.
  2. jintei
    Nov 5, 2020
    9
    It's until today the best arcade racer ever released for any kind of video gaming platform. In my opinion PS2 handles it better than Xbox since it's better optimized to support Criterion's RenderWare engine.

    The graphics are still stuning to date and the sense of speed is pure madness, even though the fastest cars reach something near 340 km/h, you feel like driving over 400 and the    It's until today the best arcade racer ever released for any kind of video gaming platform. In my opinion PS2 handles it better than Xbox since it's better optimized to support Criterion's RenderWare engine.

    The graphics are still stuning to date and the sense of speed is pure madness, even though the fastest cars reach something near 340 km/h, you feel like driving over 400 and the risk is unmatched. The damage model is by far the most accurate you can get from a videogame, smashed cars look really close to scrapped cars in real life accidents and no other game, not even Racedriver: GRID was able to match this level of detail.

    I'm playing it right now for the third time. Played it as a child, as a teenager and now as an adult and the value stays the same, incredibly fun, insanely hard and outstandingly gorgeous. Needless to say the soundtrack is remarkable and one of the best of all times.    … Expand
  3. Phoenix_1997
    May 2, 2019
    10
    Burnout 3 Takedown. Easily one of the best if not the best arcade racing games to ever get released.

    One of the big games of my childhood and is still a big one now. The soundtrack is great, the modes are amazing and the game is a very fun and intense experience. I would definitely recommend for anyone who is in the market for a Play Station 2 and Original Xbox. It's also available    Burnout 3 Takedown. Easily one of the best if not the best arcade racing games to ever get released.

    One of the big games of my childhood and is still a big one now. The soundtrack is great, the modes are amazing and the game is a very fun and intense experience.

    I would definitely recommend for anyone who is in the market for a Play Station 2 and Original Xbox. It's also available on the Xbox 360 through emulation on the Xbox Store as well, its got a few glitches but unlike other Xbox games on the Xbox 360 it plays pretty good.

    Hopefully we will get another way to play this gem soon through Backwards Compatibility on Xbox One and since Burnout Paradise got remastered, hopefully we will finally get the remaster Burnout fans have waited forever to happen.    … Expand
  4. Ripvanwinkle
    Jun 1, 2019
    10
    The best racing game I ever played, EA should remaster this for PS4, I'd buy it for any price...
  5. Kaparica
    Jun 18, 2019
    9
    What a beautifull game to play with friends or solo, great campaigns, i started to play it about a few months, PS2 never gets old!!!! One of the best car crash games, beautifull graphics ans playability !!!!!!
    5 stars recomended !!!!
  6. Isaac10bd
    Sep 13, 2019
    10
    Great game with excelent music, gameplay that everything you want yo do is destroy the other cars
  7. Joker64rus
    May 26, 2023
    10
    better than every single gran turismo game, straight up fun. nice ost too! masterpiece
  8. hundead309
    Jun 1, 2020
    10
    without wanting to be a poser, but burnout 3 is the best burnout of all, with beautiful graphics even in its ps2 version, fun, challenging, simple and nostalgic
  9. ChesterField
    May 8, 2020
    10
    Oh god, why they dont do more games like this. Speed, crashes, explosions, turbo, nice graphics, lots of game modes, what else do you need??. 10/10.
  10. IcedLemondrops
    Jul 6, 2020
    10
    If you haven't played this game yet, then what is wrong with you? I struggle to come up negatives with this game, and when I do, they are usually really nit-picky. My only major complaint is that they don't make more of these (at least as a AAA title).
  11. YeetBeeterson
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Playing in 2020, it’s clear this game still holds up as an all-time classic. The game manages to do just about everything right. The World Tour is fun and becomes more and more competitive as you progress through it, meaning it actually feels rewarding to complete. Although the pool of cars in B3 is quite shallow in comparison to the racing games of today, each car and class have their ownPlaying in 2020, it’s clear this game still holds up as an all-time classic. The game manages to do just about everything right. The World Tour is fun and becomes more and more competitive as you progress through it, meaning it actually feels rewarding to complete. Although the pool of cars in B3 is quite shallow in comparison to the racing games of today, each car and class have their own feel, from the weight of the car (and how much you can push a competitor around) to the varying speed of every car within a class. The game modes all offer something unique, and the crash mode still shines as brightly as ever. While the graphics are obviously a sign of the past, this game is so good that it gets a pass from me. The sounds within the game, specifically the soundtrack, is a fun blast of nostalgia for kids who grew up in the early 2000’s playing video games. The physics when racing and crashing are incredible, and the damage model still rivals today’s crash-n’-burn racers. Overall, this game is just pure fun. Everything about it is fun. It’s the quintessential Burnout game: fun, fast-paced, visually and audibly pleasing, wonderfully cinematic, and a testament to just how great a game can be when put into the hands of a team of people who want it to be successful. It may be 16 years removed from being a new, fresh, revolutionary game, but I highly implore anyone who hasn’t played this game to give it a try. There’s a reason it’s one of the most decorated and celebrated racing games of all time. A unforgettable, timeless classic.… Expand
  12. 2KsniperStud
    Mar 9, 2021
    10
    Blazing fast gameplay on the PS2. The soundtrack is sweet. Looks amazing and it is so satisfying taking down your opponents.
  13. JanWright
    Apr 1, 2021
    10
    Great game! Please make a remake, with more contents. This game can be great again. Please give this game a chance.
  14. DisneyLover1
    Apr 27, 2021
    10
    One of my all-time favorite Racing Games (both Simulator & Arcade) and is one of the best games of all-time on the 6th Generation of Consoles. The sense of speed feels awesome & you get full details of the destruction of the vehicles. Crash mode is a perfect party mode for people who host game parties where they tell their guests (regardless if they're gamers or not) to create the biggestOne of my all-time favorite Racing Games (both Simulator & Arcade) and is one of the best games of all-time on the 6th Generation of Consoles. The sense of speed feels awesome & you get full details of the destruction of the vehicles. Crash mode is a perfect party mode for people who host game parties where they tell their guests (regardless if they're gamers or not) to create the biggest crash possible. When you play a racing game, you're not supposed to crash but this game encourages that & I love it!!
    If I was suggesting a racing game where every gamer should at least play once, IT'S THIS GAME!!!    … Expand
  15. kndr
    May 23, 2021
    8
    One of the best racing games ever! It is chaotic and fast paced.

    Seeing how you wreck your opponent in crash cam is so satisfying.
  16. dorohedorofan90
    Sep 14, 2021
    10
    Un clásico que no empañará su calidad por mucho que pasen los años. Burnout es purísima diversión, es caos, es locura desatada, es la pubertad rebelde llevada a los arcades de conducción. Su banda sonora sigue siendo exquisita. Sigue siendo tan intenso como hace 17 años, y las físicas de los impactos siguen siendo visualmente impresionantes.

    Burnout 3 aporto el modo choque, y las    Un clásico que no empañará su calidad por mucho que pasen los años. Burnout es purísima diversión, es caos, es locura desatada, es la pubertad rebelde llevada a los arcades de conducción. Su banda sonora sigue siendo exquisita. Sigue siendo tan intenso como hace 17 años, y las físicas de los impactos siguen siendo visualmente impresionantes.

    Burnout 3 aporto el modo choque, y las colisiones más espectaculares e icónicas en la industria de los videojuegos en este género. Si, heredo la conducción temeraria de sus hermanos mayores, pero su espectacularidad y grandilocuencia se multiplicaron por mil. Ahora más que nunca se te premiaba por crear la destrucción más creativa a ser posible y sobre todo por apartar a tus rivales del asfalto. No se trataba de un simulador hiper-realista de conducción como Gran Turismo, tampoco se trataba de tunear para embellecer nuestros carros como en NFSpeed, no, aquí era más bien un ballet artístico de siniestros automovilísticos, el placer de la fisicidad en el derribo y la ejecución no pudo ser más acertada.

    Ha tenido imitadores, pero Burnout 3 fue el pionero.    … Expand
  17. JasmineWoww
    Aug 29, 2021
    10
    I remember when I first put this in, it was my first game with driving very realistic cars in it. It blew me away. I always was and still am huge into Mario Kart games and racing games with characters. This would be my go to for realistic car racing. I like driving fast in it for the fun and site seeing. Grand Theft Auto is another favorite of mine. Keep bringing out more of these games.I remember when I first put this in, it was my first game with driving very realistic cars in it. It blew me away. I always was and still am huge into Mario Kart games and racing games with characters. This would be my go to for realistic car racing. I like driving fast in it for the fun and site seeing. Grand Theft Auto is another favorite of mine. Keep bringing out more of these games. Let the people who created this do them.… Expand
  18. pikapoka
    Oct 3, 2021
    10
    one of the best game I've ever played. soundtrack and game system, visual. everything is good!
  19. Geckono
    Nov 16, 2021
    10
    Legendary game, probably one of the best racing game of all time
    almost everything is done right:
    The crash mode is perfect
    the road rage mode is so satisfying and damages on vehicle are insane
    maybe the only thing that makes that game not perfect is the lack of variety in the vehicles categories
  20. taeandbaetwitch
    Jan 29, 2022
    10
    Started playing 18 years later, and this game still slaps. Bonafide Masterpiece™
  21. ApexRacingPR
    Aug 24, 2022
    10
    This is simply the best, most fun, and most re-playable racing game ever made.

    While the graphics may look dated by 2022 standards, the handling model and game modes are still incomparable - anyone can pick this game up and have fun within moments, but it equally rewards players who put more time in. The soundtrack is phenomenal and is integral to making this an utterly enjoyable and    This is simply the best, most fun, and most re-playable racing game ever made.

    While the graphics may look dated by 2022 standards, the handling model and game modes are still incomparable - anyone can pick this game up and have fun within moments, but it equally rewards players who put more time in.

    The soundtrack is phenomenal and is integral to making this an utterly enjoyable and immersive experience that you'll want to keep coming back to.

    For me, there is nothing that has bettered the overall experience of Burnout 3: Takedown in the years since, and it is primed for a remaster to bring the graphics up to date    … Expand
  22. xAustin12k
    Aug 12, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Gran juego,muy fuera de los juegos ordinarios de carreras donde no hay más accion que pisar el pedal, aquí tienes que ir a máxima velocidad derrapando,esquivando autos y derribar a tus rivales para que no ganen la carrera recomiendo este juego al 100% no se van a aburrir… Expand
  23. Iguin
    Sep 2, 2022
    10
    Melhor Burnout da história da humanidade era bom demais acordar cedo e jogar esse jogo
  24. Monmai
    Oct 18, 2022
    10
    sport DX is a Absolutely beauty and Crazy it can reach 160 mph if you cool enough or you lucky enough not to crash into a sedan
  25. Elkomandante32
    Jan 6, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Esta bien bueno el juego lo recomiendo letras para rellenar tiajhejiwkrnesokrnelsntkeoentneikrnrieowkrneisogth… Expand
  26. REGIOIYK
    Jan 7, 2023
    10
    Greatest Game I have ever played. Nothing in my opinion, and I mean NOTHING compares to it.
  27. Yojimbo2015
    Jul 22, 2023
    10
    Super fast, gorgeous to look at and thrilling to play. The ultimate arcade racer on the PS2.
  28. imalynxcat
    Apr 1, 2023
    10
    Stunning game. Definitely this is the best racing game ever. It defines the word fun.
  29. RyanCoomer
    May 1, 2023
    10
    Best arcade racing game of all time.
    10/10 gameplay
    10/10 soundtrack
    10/10 track design
    10/10 graphics for the time
  30. javijavijavi
    May 1, 2023
    10
    honestly one of the most fun and chaotic racing games of all... i get new cars for destroying property and explode gas trucks to ruin the new york traffic
    This is my number 1 spot for me
  31. vito45
    May 25, 2023
    10
    this game is absolutely amazing and it is better then gt4, amazing music, amazing gameplay and amazing graphics for it's time
  32. alberot11
    May 25, 2023
    10
    Best game of all times, i loved playing it on my ps2. God i miss those days, were the best for racing games
  33. AndrewA88
    May 26, 2023
    10
    Best OST, amazing gameplay, just fun! Although maybe not as cool as Paradise, still a 10/10 for me
  34. misterz1
    May 25, 2023
    10
    One of the only arcade racing games with basically no faults. Game's got incredible polish and is just extremely fun, simple as that.
  35. Tombe
    May 25, 2023
    10
    ''Just High Octane Fun'' Really brings a lot of memories and revisiting this game is just a blast highly re-playable.
  36. gt4bestgame
    May 25, 2023
    10
    gud. .
  37. FlexedGnu
    May 25, 2023
    10
    Definitely the best racing game I've ever played. I played it again recently and it's still as fun as it was when I was a kid. Play it if you have the opportunity, much better if you have friends.
  38. TSMKFail
    May 25, 2023
    10
    An absolute blast to play. If you want an awesome racing experience with speed, crashes and carnage, this is the game for you. It pretty much defined every Burnout game that followed.
  39. chazbot7
    May 26, 2023
    10
    The best driving game ever made - perfect combination of fun, destruction, competition, and racing. Still playing it 18 years later.
  40. DrEtti3771
    May 26, 2023
    10
    This game is MASTERPIECE, you should buy it, i never had fun after 30 seconds in a rating game, and i keep having fun
  41. Archie-14
    May 27, 2023
    10
    Best game I ever played. Highly recommend. Better than gran tourismo 4
  42. Rahuleus
    May 28, 2023
    10
    This is the best racing game ever created and nothing can change that. From soundtrack to gameplay is phenomenal. Wish it were remade.
  43. JWG
    May 31, 2023
    10
    This game is the GOAT of all racing games! There is nothing that is more fun, addictive, and easy to jump straight into the action!
  44. dominatr
    Jul 27, 2023
    10
    One of the best games ever for when youre pissed off
    dj stryker is pretty funny
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#2 Best PS2 Game of 2004
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#3 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2004
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#4 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2004

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Universal acclaim - based on 52 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 52 out of 52
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 52
  3. Negative: 0 out of 52
  1. PGNx Media
    95
    A strong candidate for the coveted Game of the Year award, Burnout 3: Takedown is one of the best arcade racing games to come out in years.
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  2. Cheat Code Central
    90
    I absolutely hate the music which is a mix of cheap-sounding alternative and punk.
  3. Gaming Age
    100
    Damn near flawless in almost every way shape and form. Brilliant visuals, ear pleasing audio, highly addictive game play, and enough modes and tracks to keep you busy for months on end.
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