Burnout Dominator

 PSP
Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 23 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 23
  3. Negative: 1 out of 23
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  1. GamePro
    90
    Everything about Dominator's gameplay just feels right. The welcome return of burnouts has infused an even greater sense of recklessness to a game that certainly wasn't lacking it to begin with.
  2. PGNx Media
    86
    A decent entry in the franchise but it doesn’t really do anything to propel it forward.
  3. IGN
    85
    The racing is just as adrenaline pumping as it's ever been, and possibly even more so than what we saw in Burnout Revenge as you need to be afraid of traffic once again. However, the lack of standard features and modes like Crash are a rather big disappointment.
  5. Gaming Nexus
    85
    Some may argue that this is a step backwards, but for what it is Dominator proves to be a highly competent racer with plenty of replay.
  6. Worth Playing
    85
    One of the best racing games currently available on the PSP.
  7. Gamers' Temple
    84
    Burnout Dominator is an enjoyable game, but I can’t help but be disappointed that there’s no crash mode in the game. This has been a signature mode of the game from the beginning of the series and its absence is very noticeable here.
  8. Game Almighty
    83
    For fans of the gameplay found in the earlier games in the series or someone looking for a good place to jump on board, one of the best racing franchises on any platform, Burnout: Dominator is a good place to start.
  9. GameSpot
    82
    It may not have all the newfangled bells and whistles that you'd want from a sequel, but if you're a fan of the series who absolutely must have new tracks as soon as possible, Dominator should satisfy you nicely.
  10. Cheat Code Central
    80
    For a weekend rental, you will be hard pressed to find a better, or more fun, racing game than Burnout Dominator. Hardcore fans need to be advised that this game could just as easily be called Burnout 2.
  11. Eurogamer
    80
    It's perfectly pitched between the frustration of failure and the high-speed, adrenaline-fuelled euphoria of success, and it's a welcome return to a more old-school Burnout formula.
  12. Thunderbolt
    80
    Burnout: Dominator marks a true return to form for the series, and whilst the removal of features in any game is usually a lamentable decision, I'm happy to be proved wrong on this occasion.
  13. G4 TV
    80
    Though Burnout fans might be disappointed to learn there's no substantial revision to the play mechanics, Dominator's fast-paced events and score-based challenges are a perfect fit for a handheld system, making it one of the best looking, best playing racing titles on PSP.
  14. GameZone
    77
    The fast packed, break neck excitement of a Burnout games is contagious even on portable system.
  15. 1UP
    75
    It doesn't pack quite the "wow" factor that we saw in Legends, but it's still a more-than-competent racer, and one that's a remarkable demonstration of the PSP's capabilities.

Awards & Rankings

23
#23 Best PSP Game of 2007
34
#34 Most Discussed PSP Game of 2007
22
#22 Most Shared PSP Game of 2007

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User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 58 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 42 out of 58
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 58
  3. Negative: 3 out of 58
  1. santimaci
    Sep 29, 2015
    9
    Great racing-rhythm game. With this game you're left with a track design that makes appropriate use of the characteristic drift mechanics ofGreat racing-rhythm game. With this game you're left with a track design that makes appropriate use of the characteristic drift mechanics of the Burnout series. You'll also have a pretty descent roster of hot-wheels-alike cars. I also think this is the first time since Burnout 2 that the turbo, drift and dangerous driving mechanics conform a pleasant marriage that makes you feel like you are doing something with a genuine motive in mind. Is also a technical standpoint for the PSP, even more considering this game was release before Sony unlocked the full potential of this handheld. This game also has a very well structured pace, so you don't have to struggle looking for what events you want to do or you have left. I like this game a lot, and I think is one of the best games that has Burnout as a name. Great videogame.… Full Review »
  2. Alexwise
    Apr 12, 2012
    9
    In my opinion Dominator is way better than Legends. Especially because it is not as annoying and boring as Legends. In legends there is 3 lapsIn my opinion Dominator is way better than Legends. Especially because it is not as annoying and boring as Legends. In legends there is 3 laps per race which is just terrible minding the lenght of track. In this game it is 2 which is pleasureable.… Full Review »
  3. Yojimbo2015
    Jun 22, 2023
    9
    Near perfect conversion of the PS2 classic which is perfectly suited to handheld gaming. Fast, furious, and above all fun.
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