Burnout 3: Takedown

 PlayStation 2
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Universal acclaim- based on 534 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 25 out of 534
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  1. AB
    Sep 10, 2004
    10
    This game is so realistic. It is freaken cool!!! This is the best game ever!!!!
  2. Neil"Frog"W
    May 3, 2005
    10
    Its good to see that majority people find this game exciting, thrilling, and majorly addictive. Though this game is really huge when u play the career mode. But gives u a bit of a challenge. Involves major crashes, High speeds, and hectic driving. It's a fantastic experience! whoever doesn't like this game. obviously. can't do it.
  3. FJ
    Aug 20, 2004
    10
    The burnout series just keeps getting better...and faster...
  4. BrynH.
    Sep 13, 2004
    10
    Best game i have ever played, Amazing graphics and the crashes are out of this world. But it has a crappy soundtrack.
  5. AmyP.
    Sep 10, 2004
    10
    Superb!
  6. AdamD.
    Sep 20, 2004
    10
    This game is great well worth buying but one thing i cannot make out is i've unlocked 5 trucks/4wheel drives but they dont appear in the cars selection page?????? does anyone know why?
  7. ArtherA.
    Sep 9, 2004
    10
    Best arcade racer ever.
  8. JordanW.
    Feb 8, 2005
    10
    It rocks the best crash game i have ever played cant wait for burn4.
  9. ScottW.
    Jul 25, 2005
    10
    The best racing game you'll ever play!!!
  10. JamieR.
    Jun 10, 2007
    10
    Absolutely stunning. One of the best games there are on the PS2. It gives you a real sense of speed (even the slowest cars) and the fastest cars make you feel like they're doing 300! I don't see how you could improve on this game...but still let them try.
  11. TonyfromHK
    Nov 5, 2004
    10
    Very good racing game, very camera shoot. [Ed: huh?]
  12. Fsi
    Sep 10, 2004
    10
    Just a fun game well worth the money. Drive, crash, jump out of your seat, laugh, and takedown all your opponents in an excellent game from EA and Criterion.
  13. LukeW.
    Sep 1, 2004
    10
    I l0v3 7h15 g4m3!!!!!
  14. AnthonyL.
    Sep 20, 2004
    10
    GT4? NFS? Test Drive? What are those? Burnout is the only game to play.
  15. O.E.
    Sep 24, 2004
    10
    Truly epic from every scale. Addicitive, fun and downright varied.
  16. JayT.
    Sep 3, 2004
    10
    Burnout re-defines the word fun.
  17. PabloQ.
    Sep 7, 2004
    10
    Holy Sh*t i cannot believe this game!!! It is so realistic and fun to play...even your grandma would love it!
  18. AndrewH.
    Sep 9, 2004
    10
    The world's must underapreciated racing fanchise gets even better and finally gets the attention it deserves. Grand Turismo who?
  19. BlancoA.
    Sep 9, 2004
    10
    Breathtaking. I'm a devoted Need for Speed guy, but you count me in the converted. AI is unreal.
  20. TonyT.
    Jan 11, 2005
    10
    This game is very fun and it is very very good.
  21. HansD.
    Sep 4, 2005
    10
    High speed chaos probably only outmatched by the upcoming sequel Burnout: Revenge.
  22. DerekF.
    Oct 18, 2004
    10
    I just got this game and I have played it non-stop.... The selection of cars and races gives me a huge boner every time I play.
  23. Phoenix
    Oct 23, 2004
    10
    A brilliantly put-together game. the graphics are just amazing, and the sense of speed is unparalleled in the whole wide world of gaming. you couldnt go this fast in other games, even if you were falling from space attached to divers weights and a rocket. :-)
  24. DanMarino
    Oct 23, 2004
    10
    Best ever!! Racing has never been more fun!! This game is an adrenaline rush like none other!! Forget about every other game ever made because this is the best game of all time!! I love this game!! It's even better than my all-time favorite game - "The Legend of Zelda: Nigger Beater In Green." If you believe in white supremacy, you will own this game. And if it gets too hard,Best ever!! Racing has never been more fun!! This game is an adrenaline rush like none other!! Forget about every other game ever made because this is the best game of all time!! I love this game!! It's even better than my all-time favorite game - "The Legend of Zelda: Nigger Beater In Green." If you believe in white supremacy, you will own this game. And if it gets too hard, just make your black african porch monkey slave nigger beat some tracks for you. Then tease him with watermelon and white women until he passes out chasing his tail around in circles. White power.… Expand
  25. MichaelB.
    Oct 24, 2004
    10
    Burnout 3 should be renamed to Gran Need for Destruction Derby. The best bits of all those games crammed into one screaming rush that will leave you panting. Be careful however, you may feel inclined to kill any siblings who knock out the console power cord.
  26. KyleK.
    Apr 16, 2004
    10
    Sweet i just come back from America being there for 4 months and i played the demo. The best crashing scenes ever realistic (kinda) but thats just the demo i can't calm myself down a must get.
  27. JoeE.
    Jun 12, 2004
    10
    This is the best racing game i ever saw in my life!the graphics,when the cars crash so much realistic cars & tracks i give this game to thumbs up 100% :)
  28. JamesS.
    Jul 21, 2004
    10
    This is quite simply the best racing game in world bar none! Breathtaking! I'm going to buy 2 copies!
  29. AlastairY.
    Sep 13, 2004
    10
    It gains the sense of incredible speed that no other game even touches and the takedowns just are the most fun i have ever had on any video game. this game is possibly the best game i have ever played.
  30. BitBurn
    Sep 13, 2004
    10
    Crazy!! Awesome arcade-style racing, smashing traffic, takedown rivals, I love the concept. A little frustrating feature such as that annoying training but the gameplay easily compensates. This game is a hit, literally!!
  31. AlamB.
    Sep 16, 2004
    10
    if i could rank this game more than 10 it would be 50 all burnout games are good.
  32. MichaelT.
    Sep 20, 2004
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played.
  33. ThomasW.
    Sep 21, 2004
    10
    I think it is the best of the burnout out games, more cars, better grapics and its a lot faster. The takedown feature is extremely good as is the crash mode.
  34. BobBurton
    Sep 20, 2004
    10
    Sublime! Incredibly fun & impeccable arcade-style racing!!
  35. RickS.
    Sep 8, 2004
    10
    Absolutely incredible.
  36. L.G.
    Feb 17, 2005
    10
    This game is the best racing game you will ever play this game beats need for spee underground 1 and 2 once you play this game you will never stop its the best game make sure that ea continues making burnout series in the future.
  37. LeoL.
    Apr 22, 2005
    10
    Great. Another way of enjoying race games. If you are bored of making the best curve, best lap etc, try to relax and put everything blowing up. Very very nice!
  38. Andrew
    Jun 22, 2005
    10
    A masterpiece utterly superior to any other racing title and the one racing game you will ever need to buy. by the way, tim is probably one of those crazy nfs fanboys who wouldn't know a good game if it smacked him in the face.
  39. SamiH.
    Sep 25, 2005
    10
    Briliant, Absolutely Amazing.
  40. GabeM.
    Nov 23, 2004
    10
    I think this game i the best and to the guy that gave it a three. Shut your hole nobody cares ea games is one of the best things to ever happen to the gaming industry so show your respect.
  41. EricT.
    Dec 18, 2004
    10
    Ok. Hat M. I have this game for Xbox, but I've played the game on PS2 and i'm so mad i have to leave a review here too. Sure, you get to drive a car, but do you make a 30-car pile up-oh yeah, and a few tankers every day? Do you go 150 miles per hour into opposing traffic every day? This game is amazing. The best racing game I have played so far. Hat, if you don't like this Ok. Hat M. I have this game for Xbox, but I've played the game on PS2 and i'm so mad i have to leave a review here too. Sure, you get to drive a car, but do you make a 30-car pile up-oh yeah, and a few tankers every day? Do you go 150 miles per hour into opposing traffic every day? This game is amazing. The best racing game I have played so far. Hat, if you don't like this game, then you don't like video games period.… Expand
  42. ClarkK.
    Oct 24, 2004
    10
    This is what games are all about, fun. It cuts off the fat, and fun is all that remains. White power.
  43. MaxS.
    Aug 31, 2004
    10
    THE BEST CAR GAME EVER.
  44. SnotRag
    Sep 13, 2004
    10
    Wow. Period. If you purchase this game, you will NOT be disappointed. I would gladly spend 80 smackers just for the online play. Wow. Wow. Wow.
  45. ChadC.
    Dec 22, 2005
    10
    One of the best racing games ever.
  46. NickT.
    Jan 31, 2005
    10
    Even if you're not into racing games you still must give this a shot. Better in every way than it's predecessor (well, except for those annoying EA ads), you can pick up and race (or crash) with little to no experience in the genre. Yet, the latter races and crash junctions are challenging enough to keep the pros of previous Burnout titles busy. A personal fave, check it out.
  47. Sam
    May 27, 2005
    10
    This is one hell of a game. With great graphics and excellent gameplay mechanics, this is one of the most perfect games i've ever played. For me, this is a good day: Go swimming, climb a few rocks, take a bath, get a few cans of dr Pepper with about 27 twinkies and (dare i say it) celery and an apple, watch Spider-Man 2 and Lord of the rings a few times, play burnout 3 until i faint This is one hell of a game. With great graphics and excellent gameplay mechanics, this is one of the most perfect games i've ever played. For me, this is a good day: Go swimming, climb a few rocks, take a bath, get a few cans of dr Pepper with about 27 twinkies and (dare i say it) celery and an apple, watch Spider-Man 2 and Lord of the rings a few times, play burnout 3 until i faint (basically for 19 hours). Of course, i haven't gone by this schedule yet, but i will soon.… Expand
  48. BillA.
    Jun 12, 2005
    10
    I just acquired this game when it reached GREATEST HITS status, the other night, I sat down in front of the PS2 and played this thing until 1:30 in the morning without even realizing it. My two favorite modes are Road Rage and crash. This is a good distraction..okay granted, there are better racing games out there, I will admit that but I just have tons of fun running racers off the track I just acquired this game when it reached GREATEST HITS status, the other night, I sat down in front of the PS2 and played this thing until 1:30 in the morning without even realizing it. My two favorite modes are Road Rage and crash. This is a good distraction..okay granted, there are better racing games out there, I will admit that but I just have tons of fun running racers off the track and watching them crash and causing mayhem in crash mode and it's all in the safety and comfort of my bedroom without resorting to it in real life. Graphics are nice, the cars are nice, the price is nice and I figure 4 million dollars in sales in 8 months of shelf life isn't chump change, not to mention the 80,016 people @ 49.99 a pop cannot be wrong...Buy this game, you can't go wrong either. the only criticism I have of the game is the DJ racing rules and crash rules that come on everytime I play, I guess I better read the instructions and see if I can turn it off. that aside, BUY THIS GAME, you won't be sorry.… Expand
  49. AndrewP.
    Feb 17, 2006
    10
    This game should be compulsory for every ps2 console sold, just to show everyone what is possilbe on ps2. Unfortunately it's not possible to give this a 100 out of 10, becuase that's what it's truly worth. As close to perfection of a game you can get.
  50. RoverT.
    Dec 27, 2008
    10
    The best racing game ever. I have always hated how boring racing games are, and this takes that away by addding an amazing soundtrack (I have like 15 of the songs on my iPod), awesome graphics, and you crash on purpose. yeah thats right, YOU CRASH ON PURPOSE! Is'nt that every kids dream, to crash cars all day? This game blends the crashing and the racing perfectly with events like The best racing game ever. I have always hated how boring racing games are, and this takes that away by addding an amazing soundtrack (I have like 15 of the songs on my iPod), awesome graphics, and you crash on purpose. yeah thats right, YOU CRASH ON PURPOSE! Is'nt that every kids dream, to crash cars all day? This game blends the crashing and the racing perfectly with events like Races (more race than crash), Road Rage (more crash than race), and Crash Mode (all crash). Definitely a must buy.… Expand
  51. Harry210
    Nov 5, 2010
    10
    Burnout 3: Takedown is one of the best if not best driving game I've played. This Burnout game is significantly different from the old ones. This is the first Burnout game published by Electronic Arts and they have added an official soundtrack to the game which is nice but there is too much skate rock in the soundtrack to my liking. The game play is similar to the previous Burnout games:Burnout 3: Takedown is one of the best if not best driving game I've played. This Burnout game is significantly different from the old ones. This is the first Burnout game published by Electronic Arts and they have added an official soundtrack to the game which is nice but there is too much skate rock in the soundtrack to my liking. The game play is similar to the previous Burnout games: Race around circuits trying to come in first play while avoiding traffic at high speeds. However now the game rewards you doing aggressive driving maneuvers like taking your opponents down (called a Takedown) where you barge or ram your opponents off the road and send them crashing into a wall or traffic. This earns you a boost top up which unlike the first two games, you can use the boost whenever you like (if you have any boost) instead of waiting to fully fill the boost bar and then try to use it in all in one go and can be increased from a small boost bar (which you start with) to a boost bar 4 times bigger but crash or get taken out by an opponent, you'll lose a segment of your boost bar (there are 3 segments of the boost bar). The annoying checkpoint system from the last two games has gone thank god and the racing itself feels more fluid and faster. You can still crash in this game but after you crash, you can preform an aftertouch takedown where you steer your wreckage into (hopefully) opponents. The graphics have taken a huge step up from Burnout 2. The cars are lovely to look at and their designs are inspired by real life car models like Ferraris and Porches, the environments are nicely detailed and varies from tropic roads to urban cities and the crashes have improved. The car deforms a lot more in which the car can become crumpled or bonnets and doors can come off. Crashes themselves look fantastic and sometimes can send your car flying 50 feet into the air. Like I said before the soundtrack may not be as good as the previous Burnouts but the audio is fantastic. Crashes sound great with the smashing glass sounding awesome and the cars engines sound simple but great. Besides the races you can participate in, you can also participate in Crash events. Improved from Burnout 2, your goal is to cause as much damage as possible and cause pileups in various road junctions. An addition to the Crash mode is the pickups dotted around the Crash junction. These can range from 2X multipliers that multiply your score at the end of the Crash by 2, Crashbreakers that explodes your car and causes even more damage and Heartbreaker that halves your final score which is not good! There's the regular Face off event to race in which you can win the car you face against. Throughout the main game, you can collect Signature takedowns in which you take down an opponent on a specific track in a specific place, part or vehicle which is a good addition but there's an element of luck needed to get all of them because you may be at the specific place you need to take someone down and an opponent maybe too far or too behind you which can be annoying. You can also get Crash newspapers which are rewarded when you cause lots of damage in a specific Crash junction and Postcards which are rewarded from getting a gold medal in a Time trial event. There is a great range of cars to drive like the Hot Rod or World US Racer (A formula style Car!). There is loads to unlock in this game which will provide you with loads of replay value and it should take some time to get all the Golds in each event of the game. While your racing, there's a great sense of speed and I never experienced any slowdown in the game despite whizzing along at 200 MPH and if you want to win in Burnout 3, you need to take risks by being aggressive towards your opponents and driving through heavy traffic as fast as possible. I do have one complaint though. Cheating AI. Your AI controlled opponents always seem to keep up with you regardless of how fast your going and one Crash can send you back down the field. This is a common criticism of the Burnout games though. Burnout 3: Takedown is a fantastic example on how a arcade racing game should be done and in my opinion, the best Burnout game in the series.â… Expand
  52. KendylKlownfish
    Apr 20, 2011
    10
    One of the best racing games you'll find on the PS2 aside from the Gran Turismo series. Pros: Excellent single-player gameplay and multi-player mode with online support; visually stunning; slick controls. Cons: The unskippable training sequences are annoying at times; the DJ is even more so.
  53. DGDrocks7
    Dec 15, 2013
    10
    Wow. I remembered when I used to play this game every single time on my PS2 back in 2004-2005. This game is flawless. The damage model of vehicles is what I loved about this game. Not only does it make crashes fun to watch, but it's so sophisticated that the unpredictable happens at some points (such as explosions). This game really deserves the place of best arcade racer on the PS2 (theWow. I remembered when I used to play this game every single time on my PS2 back in 2004-2005. This game is flawless. The damage model of vehicles is what I loved about this game. Not only does it make crashes fun to watch, but it's so sophisticated that the unpredictable happens at some points (such as explosions). This game really deserves the place of best arcade racer on the PS2 (the best simulation racer would be Gran Turismo 4). Criterion ought to make a spiritual successor to this game.… Expand
  54. ShadowRamen
    Mar 19, 2012
    10
    By far the best racing game ive ever played. the cars, the speed the music... its all.... Perfect. its really a shame that criterion hasnt made anything that really competes with it. i mean, paradise was a good game, but not a good burnout game.
  55. Cubixreviews
    May 16, 2012
    10
    I love this game. Probably the best PS2 game ever. I love all the races there, and the cars. Probably the best game for your games collection! The graphics are great, gameplay is legendary and a very fun game!
  56. krs256
    Nov 7, 2013
    10
    This was the first game I got with my PS2, and one of the best I ever played on it. When I started playing this game, I didn't have a memory card yet.. but that didn't matter because along with a few buddies I could play this game the whole day (over 100 races, 3 people, the loser gives up the controller) with only the three starting cars available and a single map to race on. Treat thisThis was the first game I got with my PS2, and one of the best I ever played on it. When I started playing this game, I didn't have a memory card yet.. but that didn't matter because along with a few buddies I could play this game the whole day (over 100 races, 3 people, the loser gives up the controller) with only the three starting cars available and a single map to race on. Treat this as an indication on how fun the game was (splitscreen road rage rox). The solo campaign was amazing as well providing challenge and various racing/crash modes (for example: normal race, time attack, road rage where you have to destroy your opponents by crushing them into walls/trafic...). Although I currently have a PS3, sometimes I still go back to play this game a little. Oh.. and I don't even really like racing games...

    Technically, from a PS2 perspective this game has great graphics, which do NOT fail (especially in single player mode) to give the sense of speed which makes this game such a joy to play. The graphics are accompanied by a fitting soundtrack, which makes you want to go faster and faster. One thing to remember this is an arcade style game, so don't expect any realism in driving your car.

    The only thing that bothered my in this game was the loading times and the enemy AI (thankfully only a little bit).

    So to conclude in my opinion this game is a "must have" for PS2 owners.    … Expand
  57. Govin_Lock
    Nov 29, 2013
    10
    The best racing game that i have played. Many game mode, battle in the road, overtop graphics for PS2 games, excellent cars and many more. The success product made by criterion games.
  58. crimsondoor
    Jan 29, 2017
    10
    Games are supposed to be fun, and this is one of the most enjoyable and fun games in existence. Whoever invented Aftertouch is a genius. Shame they had to use a pop punk soundtrack because of licensing problem - IMO the soundtrack is very repetitive and annoying. Fortunately thanks to PCSX2 I can turn the music off and play my own music on PC.
  59. TAFM17
    Jun 30, 2014
    10
    This must be the best game that I have ever played.Played it CONSTANTLY for years. Replaying it now and- although I have lost my skills - from a record of 105 takedowns to about 35 - first road rage - I still love it. Great graphics, amazing soundtrack, addictive... Beats rogue galaxy and LOZ ocarina of time - love them both, but burnout 3 shines.
  60. JamesH23
    Sep 26, 2015
    10
    One of, if perhaps THE BEST game I've ever played. Labeled as the 'greatest Arcade racer of all time' and having recently celebrated its 10th anniversary to still be loved and played is saying something. It's screaming for a HD remaster and so is the community, I bought a PS2 simple for this game alone. Cars, crashes, explosions and chaos - to sum it up in 4 words. Fantastic mechanics,One of, if perhaps THE BEST game I've ever played. Labeled as the 'greatest Arcade racer of all time' and having recently celebrated its 10th anniversary to still be loved and played is saying something. It's screaming for a HD remaster and so is the community, I bought a PS2 simple for this game alone. Cars, crashes, explosions and chaos - to sum it up in 4 words. Fantastic mechanics, features and additions that make the game shine, the puzzle of crash modes is great, the satisfaction of different style takedowns in road race and races is fantastic, 'crash-breakers' and 'impact time' are neat additions simply to cause more destruction. The variety of vehicles is huge from oil tankers, buses and lorries to F1 cars Burnout 3 offers something for everyone. Maybe you don't like racing games? Doesn't matter because this game is a blast regardless. Have a PS2, XBOX or even a PC emulator - get this game. Full stop. You won't regret it.… Expand
  61. obthegeek
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    absoltue buckets of fun. satisfying gameplay and a massive sense of speed. if this had most wanted's soundtrack, it might be my favourite game ever.
  62. NotHerKnight
    May 29, 2023
    10
    Burnout 3: Takedown to jedna z tych gier, które z miejsca przyciągają uwagę gracza swoją intensywną akcją i niesamowitą szybkością. Gra, wydana przez studio Criterion Games, jest trzecią odsłoną popularnej serii gier wyścigowych. Można śmiało powiedzieć, że jest to bez wątpienia jedna z najlepszych gier samochodowych swojego czasu.

    Jednym z najbardziej wyróżniających się elementów w    Burnout 3: Takedown to jedna z tych gier, które z miejsca przyciągają uwagę gracza swoją intensywną akcją i niesamowitą szybkością. Gra, wydana przez studio Criterion Games, jest trzecią odsłoną popularnej serii gier wyścigowych. Można śmiało powiedzieć, że jest to bez wątpienia jedna z najlepszych gier samochodowych swojego czasu.

    Jednym z najbardziej wyróżniających się elementów w Burnout 3: Takedown jest dynamika rozgrywki. Gra oferuje nie tylko klasyczne wyścigi, ale także tryby takie jak "Road Rage" czy "Crash Mode". W trybie "Road Rage" zadaniem gracza jest zniszczenie jak największej liczby przeciwników, a w "Crash Mode" trzeba wywoływać spektakularne wypadki samochodowe w celu zdobycia jak największej ilości punktów. To niesamowicie satysfakcjonujące i dodaje mnóstwo emocji do rozgrywki.

    Grafika w Burnout 3: Takedown jest imponująca, szczególnie jak na tamte czasy. Samochody i trasy są pięknie odwzorowane, a efekty wizualne podczas wypadków są niezwykle widowiskowe. Ścieżka dźwiękowa również zasługuje na pochwałę - energetyczna muzyka doskonale podkreśla szybkość i akcję na ekranie.

    Jednym z największych atutów tej gry jest również jej wieloosobowy tryb online. Możliwość rywalizacji z innymi graczami z całego świata dodaje ogromnej dawki wrażeń i sprawia, że każde wyścigi są nieprzewidywalne i pełne napięcia.

    Wady Burnout 3: Takedown są naprawdę trudne do znalezienia. Można jedynie wspomnieć, że czasami tempo gry może być tak szybkie, że nowi gracze mogą mieć trudności ze śledzeniem wydarzeń na ekranie. Jednak po pewnym czasie opanowanie rozgrywki staje się bardziej naturalne i płynne.

    Podsumowując, Burnout 3: Takedown to gra, która dostarcza niezapomnianych emocji i adrenaliny. Jej dynamiczna rozgrywka, imponująca grafika i wciągający tryb wieloosobowy sprawiają, że jest to tytuł, który powinien znaleźć się w kolekcji każdego fana gier wyścigowych. Jeśli szukasz szybkich i ekscytujących doświadczeń na drodze, to Burnout 3: Takedown z pewnością spełni Twoje oczekiwania.    … Expand
  63. dogii
    Aug 7, 2016
    10
    Easily one of the best games I have ever played in my entire life. Just hearing "We are the lazy generation" sends shivers down my spine. One of the best games for the PS2. The races were rewarding, the gameplay was phenomenal and the music was so catchy, pretty much race and sing-along.
  64. KingAndCountry
    Sep 13, 2016
    10
    If 2004 weren't such a stellar year in gaming (MGS3, GTA: San Andreas, Half-Life 2, etc.), this would be my Game of the Year for 2004.

    It's better than anything that came out in 2013 or 2014, which were both pretty mediocre years in gaming overall.
  65. nikblu1904
    Mar 24, 2017
    10
    One of the best PS2 Games ever! This was my first game ever and is still one of my favourite. If you like car games and crashing you should have definetly played it.
  66. JJW199
    Oct 28, 2020
    10
    Burnout 3: Takedown is absolute outstanding and the best racing (it really need remaster edition?)
  67. 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.
  68. 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
  69. Jb3ustin
    Dec 27, 2019
    10
    The best game ever in the whole racing game franchise and its still the best game
  70. 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...
  71. Isaac10bd
    Sep 13, 2019
    10
    Great game with excelent music, gameplay that everything you want yo do is destroy the other cars
  72. Joker64rus
    May 26, 2023
    10
    better than every single gran turismo game, straight up fun. nice ost too! masterpiece
  73. 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
  74. 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.
  75. 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).
  76. 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
  77. 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.
  78. 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.
  79. AdamGeerman
    Apr 1, 2021
    10
    The best arcade racing game of all time with decent graphics and great design cars.
  80. 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
  81. 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
  82. ibblue07
    Nov 27, 2021
    10
    Striker here, I’ve come to tell you that Burnout 3 Takedown is an absolutely phenomenal game from the vast landscapes you explore to the massive amounts of destruction and carnage seen here on Crash FM. If I were you, I’d take myself to the nearest game store and pick this bad boy up.
  83. 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
  84. pikapoka
    Oct 3, 2021
    10
    one of the best game I've ever played. soundtrack and game system, visual. everything is good!
  85. 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
  86. taeandbaetwitch
    Jan 29, 2022
    10
    Started playing 18 years later, and this game still slaps. Bonafide Masterpiece™
  87. 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
  88. 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
  89. Iguin
    Sep 2, 2022
    10
    Melhor Burnout da história da humanidade era bom demais acordar cedo e jogar esse jogo
  90. 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
  91. 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
  92. REGIOIYK
    Jan 7, 2023
    10
    Greatest Game I have ever played. Nothing in my opinion, and I mean NOTHING compares to it.
  93. Yojimbo2015
    Jul 22, 2023
    10
    Super fast, gorgeous to look at and thrilling to play. The ultimate arcade racer on the PS2.
  94. imalynxcat
    Apr 1, 2023
    10
    Stunning game. Definitely this is the best racing game ever. It defines the word fun.
  95. 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
  96. 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
  97. Atlas21
    May 2, 2023
    10
    Fantastic game, genuinely one of the best racing games of all time. Very engaging gameplay and physics, lots of fun content, especially the crash maps. On top of all, a fantastic soundtrack. The only criticism i'd add is that the crash maps are a bit too dependant on the score multipliers, which limits freedom and railroads the players to follow a single path if they wish to obtain a gold medal.
  98. Sgtkirby
    May 3, 2023
    10
    This is the greatest video game I have ever played and I'm not even joking. Would give a higher score if possible
  99. Wiktorthecritic
    May 25, 2023
    10
    This game is better than **** Gran turismo 4
    reeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
  100. 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
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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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Metascore
93

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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