Burnout Dominator

 PlayStation 2
User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 56 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 39 out of 56
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 56
  3. Negative: 6 out of 56
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  1. Shadow1
    May 27, 2016
    0
    I throught Burnout 3 is worst Burnout, but I was wrong . Now I think Burnout Dominator is worst Burnout . Terrible Graphics for 2007, physics is **** and only good Burnout Games is Burnout Legends and Paradise, others Burnout Games are **** . I hope I don't see Burnout worse . Burnout Dominator is very terrible on PS2, on PSP BD is betterthan on PS2 because screen on PSP is smaller andI throught Burnout 3 is worst Burnout, but I was wrong . Now I think Burnout Dominator is worst Burnout . Terrible Graphics for 2007, physics is **** and only good Burnout Games is Burnout Legends and Paradise, others Burnout Games are **** . I hope I don't see Burnout worse . Burnout Dominator is very terrible on PS2, on PSP BD is betterthan on PS2 because screen on PSP is smaller and difficult discarn terrible graphics and physics .… Expand
  2. BarneyC.
    Mar 15, 2007
    8
    Traffic checking was a weak gimmick, and I'm glad it's gone. Dominator gives a nod to where it all started with Burnout 1 and 2, however, I still prefer those two to this one. The graphics are certainly nice, but the blur effect is overused, and the racing still leans a bit too much toward rubbing against guard-rails. Still, a good game though.
  3. Andyman
    Mar 8, 2007
    7
    The 360 version of Revenge has spoiled me forever. What's the deal with not being able to check traffic in Dominator? A very rude surprise indeed, the first time I tried a traffic-check takedown. Dominator will probably be welcomed by those without a next-gen console, but everyone else should wait for Burnout 5.
  4. JaredC.
    Aug 28, 2007
    10
    From Burnout to Burnout 2, from Burnout 2 to Burnout Revenge, from Burnout Revenge to nothing. Burnout Dominator, its no sequel, its a single swashbuckling thrill of an adventure, tricky, witty, entertaining, renewed style of the worse. Its a game that the PS2 will enchant.
  5. NathanJ.
    Feb 24, 2008
    5
    This game brings a lot of the fun you usually expect from a member of the Burnout series, but is seriously lacking in a lot of respects. My main gripe is with the learning curve, which is fine for the first half of the main mode. Unfortunately towards the end of the game the challenges get terribly frustrating. It feels like because they only got round to producing 5/6 tracks they had to This game brings a lot of the fun you usually expect from a member of the Burnout series, but is seriously lacking in a lot of respects. My main gripe is with the learning curve, which is fine for the first half of the main mode. Unfortunately towards the end of the game the challenges get terribly frustrating. It feels like because they only got round to producing 5/6 tracks they had to stretch the game out by giving incredibly difficult challenges.… Expand
  6. Stealthgear
    Mar 14, 2015
    6
    This is more of the same game. I feel like the controls or cars were simplified for the PSP although it may not be true. Burnout 3:Take Down is a better game with better graphics (because its PS2). There are times when I can't really say a game has something wrong with it, but I can't outright recommend it either. The first level has a lot of un-skippable cut scenes and interruptingThis is more of the same game. I feel like the controls or cars were simplified for the PSP although it may not be true. Burnout 3:Take Down is a better game with better graphics (because its PS2). There are times when I can't really say a game has something wrong with it, but I can't outright recommend it either. The first level has a lot of un-skippable cut scenes and interrupting dialogue boxes. I'd rather play this series on a big TV than on PSP. The presentation of the game doesn't make it feel much different.… Expand
  7. protivakid
    Feb 25, 2013
    10
    I actually liked Burnout Dominator for the PS2 better than Burnout 3: Takedown. This is coming from a guy who beat both games getting gold in every single event.

    Why I give Dominator my pick as favorite is because of it's new mode (the name skips my head since i beat it 3 years ago, could even be called "dominator" haha) where if good you can remain in boost an entire race. Nothing was    I actually liked Burnout Dominator for the PS2 better than Burnout 3: Takedown. This is coming from a guy who beat both games getting gold in every single event.

    Why I give Dominator my pick as favorite is because of it's new mode (the name skips my head since i beat it 3 years ago, could even be called "dominator" haha) where if good you can remain in boost an entire race. Nothing was more fun for me than mastering a track, and avoiding obstacles at high boost speeds, though yes there were many moments where I felt like throwing the controller at the TV.    … Expand
  8. Zooker
    Jul 4, 2013
    10
    INCREDIBLE! SO AWESOME that did and will always be part of my childhood! EPIC I thought those graphics, and when I was speeding, and gained more and more Nitro Boost and the race. And when you hit on something?? I kept BEAT IN EVERY THING I was CRAZY WITH THAT REALISM OF DAMAGE!! Simply, I think, that car crash is MUCH MORE REALISTIC than GTA IV! Yes, I think much more realistic than GTAINCREDIBLE! SO AWESOME that did and will always be part of my childhood! EPIC I thought those graphics, and when I was speeding, and gained more and more Nitro Boost and the race. And when you hit on something?? I kept BEAT IN EVERY THING I was CRAZY WITH THAT REALISM OF DAMAGE!! Simply, I think, that car crash is MUCH MORE REALISTIC than GTA IV! Yes, I think much more realistic than GTA IV!! Nothing more to say … Expand
  9. ECB19
    Mar 22, 2022
    9
    one of my favorites, pretty graphics for a ps2 even if some of the Soundtracks are recycled, that doesn't matter, because it's a great playlist.
    and good gameplay, it really gets entertain.
  10. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Mar 23, 2022
    7
    Burnout: Dominator was a PSP game before it was ported to the PS2. Much like GTA: Liberty City Stories, it suffers from the translation. This was meant to be a mobile game, not a console title. As a result, it is a huge stepdown from the previous two games. I remember enjoying it, but also feeling that a lot was missing. Fun, but a non-essential entry in the series. I would rate this withBurnout: Dominator was a PSP game before it was ported to the PS2. Much like GTA: Liberty City Stories, it suffers from the translation. This was meant to be a mobile game, not a console title. As a result, it is a huge stepdown from the previous two games. I remember enjoying it, but also feeling that a lot was missing. Fun, but a non-essential entry in the series. I would rate this with a 7.7 out of 10.… Expand
  11. Tibetskiy
    Dec 6, 2020
    9
    Great arcade racing game! Graphics are amazing for ps2. Crash physics is really detailed and we'll made for its time. Big variety of different cars in different styles. Maps are beautiful and memorable. There is cool feature: density of traffic depends on part of the map. For example there is more traffic on the centre of city, than on countryside road. Sometimes it is hard to see andGreat arcade racing game! Graphics are amazing for ps2. Crash physics is really detailed and we'll made for its time. Big variety of different cars in different styles. Maps are beautiful and memorable. There is cool feature: density of traffic depends on part of the map. For example there is more traffic on the centre of city, than on countryside road. Sometimes it is hard to see and react quickly due to small resolution of ps2, and constant crashes with traffic makes lot of races really hard.… Expand
  12. The_D4RknesS
    Jun 22, 2022
    8
    my first contact with the Burnout series was with this game here! I like it mainly to play with 2 people
  13. Yojimbo2015
    Jul 28, 2023
    9
    Adding many all-singing, all-dancing bells and whistles to an already great road racer, Dominator refined the formula that made the hugely influential series a phenomenon.

Awards & Rankings

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#19 Best PS2 Game of 2007
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#25 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2007
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#15 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2007

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Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 44 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 44
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 44
  3. Negative: 1 out of 44
  1. Official Playstation 2 Magazine UK
    80
    Another cracking Burnout. It isn't for the weak-hearted because of the difficulty at later levels, but when it shines, oh boy, it dazzles. [Mar 2007, p.96]
  2. IGN
    80
    Best thought of as a "Greatest Hits, but Not All of Them" from the Burnout series. The racing is just as adrenaline pumping as it's ever been...However, the lack of standard features and modes like online play and Crash are a rather big disappointment.
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  3. GamePro
    85
    Even with the lack of a Crash mode and no online play, Burnout Dominator is a wise investment, even for the Burnout first-timer, especially with a $40 price tag.
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