DiRT 2

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  • Summary: (Also known as "Colin McRae: DiRT 2" in the UK/EU) DiRT 2 takes racing games to a new level with thrilling new race types, striking locations, big event atmosphere, and a peerless line-up of super-charged speed machines, each selected to deliver spectacular, fast-paced racing. Taking(Also known as "Colin McRae: DiRT 2" in the UK/EU) DiRT 2 takes racing games to a new level with thrilling new race types, striking locations, big event atmosphere, and a peerless line-up of super-charged speed machines, each selected to deliver spectacular, fast-paced racing. Taking players on an exhilarating World Tour, DiRT 2 delivers over 100 stunning events, including aggressive, multi-vehicle races and intense solo challenges, set in the most diverse and demanding real-world environments. From the muddy tracks of the Malaysian rainforest to spectator-packed stadiums in London and Los Angeles, racers compete in contemporary off-road race disciplines covering Rallycross, Trailblazer, Raid, Landrush, and Rally. Embracing the culture and new heroes of modern off-road racing, DiRT 2 features an exciting line-up of the best new rally drivers - including the multi medal-winning Subaru Rally Team USA driver Ken Block alongside Travis Pastrana, Dave Mirra, and Tanner Faust, who help players build their racing career. [Codemasters]… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 62 out of 63
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 63
  3. Negative: 0 out of 63
  1. GamePro
    100
    There are so many courses, cars and race types in DiRT 2 that it's almost overwhelming to look at your world map. At one point I had almost 30 unlocked, un-played events just waiting to be tackled. It's a dense game with a lot to do, and you'll want to do it all.
  2. GameFocus
    92
    It is the quintessential rallying experience and really your only option for a racing game that not only gets the spirit of rally right, but also features it as the primary game mode. It’s fun, exciting, and the first game in five years to get me perched on the edge of the couch, coaching my car through turns by twisting my controller in the air. It’s brought out my inner five-year-old and I couldn’t be much happier.
  3. VideoGamer
    90
    Minor problems aside, DIRT 2 is everything racing fans will want from an off-road racer. The driving is fast, fun and be tailored to your skill level. Hardcore fans will work hard shaving split seconds off their best times, while novices can still work through the career and have fun with their fiends online.
  4. PSM3 Magazine UK
    89
    A fantastic rally game wrapped up in extreme sports presentation. [Oct 2009, p.62]
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  5. Play UK
    87
    An addictive, entertaining and intense racer that can happily sit alongside the genre greats. [Issue#184, p.68]
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  6. IGN
    84
    Dirt 2 is prettier than its predecessor, has more varied tracks and a functional multiplayer offering. What it doesn’t have is a focus on pure time-trial rally races, which is really what I expect from a rally game.
  7. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    70
    A solid racing experience being far too "extreme" for its own good. [Oct 2009, p.72]
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  1. Positive: 21 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 23
  3. Negative: 2 out of 23
  1. csuperbrothers
    Sep 15, 2009
    10
    DiRT2 by Codemasters is the loveliest pure travel experience for PS3 since thatgamecompany's Flower. It's immense, sublime,DiRT2 by Codemasters is the loveliest pure travel experience for PS3 since thatgamecompany's Flower. It's immense, sublime, spectacularly well presented & masterfully paced. For best results, switch off the HUD, bring the camera down low & put something blissful & relentless (eg: Caribou). Hats off to the team at Codemasters for matching the intensity & polish of Evolution's Motorstorm: Pacific Rift in a more traditional offroad package!… Expand
  2. SerdarSaglam
    Apr 1, 2022
    10
    My favorite game of the Dirt series, it hosts all kinds of races, there are quite a lot of tracks.

    In this series, I think they worked    My favorite game of the Dirt series, it hosts all kinds of races, there are quite a lot of tracks.

    In this series, I think they worked mostly for the game, it is beautiful in every way.

    We can still play online on ps3, I think p2p connection is used.    … Expand
  4. VidsRule
    Apr 1, 2013
    10
    Dirt 3 was good but unneccessary because a better realistic off-road racing game will not be released this generation than Dirt 2 (I sayDirt 3 was good but unneccessary because a better realistic off-road racing game will not be released this generation than Dirt 2 (I say realistic because Motorstorm is better, but not realistic).… Expand
  5. Ernes
    Sep 16, 2009
    9
    Great game, much better than the previous Dirt, and also better than Grid. Visuals and gaming experience are similar to tle latter, but Great game, much better than the previous Dirt, and also better than Grid. Visuals and gaming experience are similar to tle latter, but handling is much more optimized. specially when using a steering wheel peripheral. I'd rather the game had some WRC cars and competitions (GT5 will) but in all cases this is great enought to pruchase the game and keep it till...Dirt 3.… Expand
  6. dom_smith
    Feb 9, 2013
    9
    This game is just such a massive improvement on the DiRT 1. Fantastic Soundtrack, Brilliant A.I. Awesome maps. Covers a wide range of vehicleThis game is just such a massive improvement on the DiRT 1. Fantastic Soundtrack, Brilliant A.I. Awesome maps. Covers a wide range of vehicle classes and track events. Brilliant Menu systems. You Just Can't go wrong with this game. Only down fall is that it use's Games For Windows Live.… Expand
  7. RodgerT
    Dec 12, 2009
    9
    Great game...excellent variety of tracks and cars. Have been playing it now for a month and have lost no interest !!.
  8. Inuit_Dude
    Jul 11, 2011
    0
    this would be a great game if you could keep control of your car but what is the point of playing if you move the stick even just a littlethis would be a great game if you could keep control of your car but what is the point of playing if you move the stick even just a little your car spins out of control and it is impossible to win races because by the time you actually finish the race everyone is already done stay away from this… Expand

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#19 Best PS3 Game of 2009
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#35 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2009
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#91 Most Shared PS3 Game of 2009