Burnout Legends

 PSP
User Score
8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 161 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 135 out of 161
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 161
  3. Negative: 11 out of 161
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  1. ChrisP.
    Nov 29, 2008
    10
    Magically tranformes Burnout 3 into a handheld game. Certainly the best racing game on the PSP, some might say Legends is the best Burnout ever - its essentially an updated and fleshed out version of Burnout 3 with extra courses, modes and cars. Perfection.
  2. wheels_of_fire
    Feb 12, 2014
    10
    Best racing game with MotorStorm in PSP. The crash mode is fantastic. You never get bored with this mode. Race mode is very good too but crash mode is better for sure.
  3. MysteryL.
    Sep 22, 2005
    4
    Burnout's just a mess. when the music tracks change, the game HANGS for a bit, even during a race. this has messed me up before...i wish they took more care in porting this game. Formular one is better and more realistic.
  4. 4thNobleman
    Sep 14, 2005
    4
    The games racing was ok....it felt choppy at times and the "RC Pro AM" compensation to the AI can become very aggressive to the point that the player will almost want to scream "HAXORZ!" The crash mode offers nothing new, except a dumbed down look at the same thing Bunrout 1-3 players felt. The absolute worst moment is playing crash mode only to see a speeding taxi smack into the rear of The games racing was ok....it felt choppy at times and the "RC Pro AM" compensation to the AI can become very aggressive to the point that the player will almost want to scream "HAXORZ!" The crash mode offers nothing new, except a dumbed down look at the same thing Bunrout 1-3 players felt. The absolute worst moment is playing crash mode only to see a speeding taxi smack into the rear of a bus and watching the bus go airborne. The crash mode looks so dumbed down it would feel alot like most PS1 racers in quality. The PSP is supposed to be a better portable than this. As a fan of Burnout since the days of Acclaim, I am sorely disappointed in the poor porting skill of Criterion. This is just another boring port and I moreso recommend Revenge if you need a Burnout fix.… Expand
  5. Slithy
    Sep 15, 2005
    4
    Ouch, what happened here? The burnout games on the consoles are great, but Burnout legends is a prime example of why you can't take a console game and expect it to work on a portable. All the fun is diminished by terrible framerates and cars you can't avoid because you can't see them coming. If you need some racing action on the PSP, there are far better games out there, Ouch, what happened here? The burnout games on the consoles are great, but Burnout legends is a prime example of why you can't take a console game and expect it to work on a portable. All the fun is diminished by terrible framerates and cars you can't avoid because you can't see them coming. If you need some racing action on the PSP, there are far better games out there, like Ridge Racer and Wipeout.… Expand
  6. Shadow1
    May 17, 2016
    8
    Burnout Legends and Paradise are the best games on Burnout Series . In Burnout Legends not really good physics , but better than in Burnout Dominator and in Burnout Legends rate higher than in other Burnout Games and this game is funniest Burnout in series , but Burnout Paradise does not matter better than Burnout Legends and in Burnout Legends graphics as in Burnout Dominator , butBurnout Legends and Paradise are the best games on Burnout Series . In Burnout Legends not really good physics , but better than in Burnout Dominator and in Burnout Legends rate higher than in other Burnout Games and this game is funniest Burnout in series , but Burnout Paradise does not matter better than Burnout Legends and in Burnout Legends graphics as in Burnout Dominator , but Burnout Dominator implemented in 2007 and Burnout Legends in 2005 . Burnout Legends is very good racing game . 8/10 .… Expand
  7. NoddyG.
    Oct 5, 2005
    10
    Compared to other PSP racers on the market it blows them away. Fast, Fusious and loads of fun. Alpine is clearly the best track ever created.
  8. MartinT.
    Oct 11, 2005
    9
    This is a pretty good game the graphics are good for the psp and the optiopns are pretty enjoyable.
  9. F.Zukka
    Sep 14, 2005
    10
    Certainly one of the best out there right now. If you dont like the idea of super-fast racing with classic tracks and cars from ALL burnout games and crazy crashes that the burnout series is famous for,,,then dont get this game. Otherwise youll love it. If youve never played a burnout game before, this is definatly the best place to start.
  10. MattR.
    Sep 17, 2005
    10
    Best Game For Psp Without A Doibt. I'm Sick Of People Sayin That You Cant See The Cars Coming, You Can See The Cars Comin A Mile Off. You Obviously Just Dnt Want 2 Admit Your C.rap At The Game! Great Game, Every Mode Is Excellent BUY IT!!!
  11. Cleon
    Sep 20, 2005
    5
    For some reaosn, the psp has a lot of racing games for being so young. this will probably get lost in the shuffle, but its not a bad game. not nearly as good as the console versions, though, cuz the lack of a good framerate makes me ill, but good. I think the game is average. pick it up if you want another racing game.
  12. NickS.
    Jan 19, 2006
    9
    Excellent game. Excellently adapted to a handheld. Only negative, it can get dull after a while, but this is to be expected with most playstation games. Nintendo have always made timeless more addictive games, but sadly never too many of them. Highly recommend this game, even if you're not a big racing fan.
  13. TerryB.
    Oct 10, 2005
    9
    I don't get some of these reviews. One reviewer said it looks better on a big TV... Well DUH!! For a protable racing game this one is rock solid. The load times are less than 10 seconds 90% of the time and the races rarely slow down. Turn off the music and it never slows down. Crash mode is extremely addictive and the race variety is also well honed. Yes this is a port of the first 3 I don't get some of these reviews. One reviewer said it looks better on a big TV... Well DUH!! For a protable racing game this one is rock solid. The load times are less than 10 seconds 90% of the time and the races rarely slow down. Turn off the music and it never slows down. Crash mode is extremely addictive and the race variety is also well honed. Yes this is a port of the first 3 Burnouts in a single game. But why exactly is that a bad thing? 99% of the titles on any new system, especially a portable system are going to be ports of console versions. Get over it. If you like Burnout games and want them on the road, then this title is it. If you've never played a Burnout title and want a solid game with good variety besides just racing from point A to B, go get this title.… Expand
  14. AndrewCarr
    Oct 5, 2005
    10
    Simply put - the best PSP racer out there. If not the best PSP tilte full stop.
  15. SamS.
    Oct 6, 2005
    3
    There's no reason to buy this over the home games. Maybe if you are a HUGE burnout fan, then try this bug-ridden game, but otherwise steer clear of this car wreck.
  16. MatthewJ.
    Sep 12, 2005
    5
    Burnout Legends is basically the first three Burnout games stuffed into the PSP. Unfortunately, these games were made with a big screen in mind, and playing on the PSP proves to be frustrating beyond belief. Add to that some choppy framerates and control issues, and you've got another lazy port for the PSP.
  17. RyanD.
    Sep 14, 2005
    10
    Its perfect in every way.
  18. DonC.
    Jun 30, 2006
    10
    Burnout Legends was impossible to put down, the game got a little harder as you progressed, but still not impossible which avoided frustration, which was good. Perfect Game for the PSP. I beat it too fast.
  19. JonathanS.
    Oct 2, 2005
    8
    I have never played the console versions of this game so I'm not tainted in my opinion. For the game as it is... This is a great game! It's not as smooth as Ridge Racer (PSP) but can certainly hold a candle to it. I really enjoy the sadistic mayhem trying to smash the fenders off every other car on the track. The only way I would have given this title a ten out of ten is if it I have never played the console versions of this game so I'm not tainted in my opinion. For the game as it is... This is a great game! It's not as smooth as Ridge Racer (PSP) but can certainly hold a candle to it. I really enjoy the sadistic mayhem trying to smash the fenders off every other car on the track. The only way I would have given this title a ten out of ten is if it offered Infrastructure mode (very lacking on the PSP).… Expand
  20. BobbyB.
    Oct 24, 2005
    10
    Burnout Legends deliver the best racing and graphic on the PSP, easy to control and great location courses. definitely belong in the top ten games on the PSP.
  21. JayG.
    Dec 8, 2005
    9
    This has to be the best racing game yet for the PSP. It has the same great gameplay as the console.
  22. MiguelG.
    Oct 31, 2005
    9
    I think I start to understand some reviews of some high-profile games for the PSP: people are used to Nintendo's handheld machines, with their blocky graphics - now we have this great thing called PSP, and as it looks so much as the old-timer PS2 people tend to compare, and make silly comparisions (like: looks better on a TV). They are not ready yet, be indulgent. PSP's Burnout: I think I start to understand some reviews of some high-profile games for the PSP: people are used to Nintendo's handheld machines, with their blocky graphics - now we have this great thing called PSP, and as it looks so much as the old-timer PS2 people tend to compare, and make silly comparisions (like: looks better on a TV). They are not ready yet, be indulgent. PSP's Burnout: Yet another great achievement!… Expand
  23. BurnedOut
    Sep 11, 2005
    10
    Another Burnout?? Another Perfect Game!!
  24. JohnF.
    Sep 16, 2005
    10
    Great game! It's incredible what psp hw can do.
  25. Wongit
    Sep 16, 2005
    9
    Probably the best game for the PSP, its fun fast and exciting. A great portible game. Very little went wrong here, except some framerates and small glitches here and there, but the overall fun overtakes any of that crap. Definetly get this one. Best racing game out there for PSP, if not Best game for the PSP
  26. Joe
    Sep 16, 2005
    9
    Amazing...in terms of looks and gameplay.Even if you have played every burnout game already get this and have fun playing through clasic tracks again and again.
  27. Liz
    Sep 17, 2005
    10
    My friend showed me this game this morning and I just had to go buy PSP after playing legends. Wow, I can't believe driving game can be so much fun and look so great!!! (yes, girls play games too :)
  28. Bill
    Sep 17, 2005
    10
    Burnout Legends doesn't have choppy framerates. Notice the previous three 'reviews' all say "choppy" - it's the same guy. I've found one glitch where the game hanged, that was it. Otherwise, it's smooth and wildly active gameplay all the way - every bit as addicting and satisfying as Burnout on my XBOX. Low resolution? Try playing split screen 2 player on a Burnout Legends doesn't have choppy framerates. Notice the previous three 'reviews' all say "choppy" - it's the same guy. I've found one glitch where the game hanged, that was it. Otherwise, it's smooth and wildly active gameplay all the way - every bit as addicting and satisfying as Burnout on my XBOX. Low resolution? Try playing split screen 2 player on a normal NTSC TV. This version is even better for multiplayer!… Expand
  29. Zeke129
    Sep 21, 2005
    9
    This is definately the game that saves the PSP from it's gaming drought. Even if you have never played a Burnout game before, PICK UP THIS GAME if you own a PSP right now. You cannot go wrong!
  30. DougB.
    Sep 23, 2005
    3
    Nope. Sorry. I didn't pay this much money to play a watered down Burnout game that's just like the ones I have on the PS2. Of all games to port, this has got to be the worst. Anyone who says Burnout works on the small screen is in denial. All the fun is sucked out of the series by porting it to a small screen on a machine that can't handle it. I want my money back!
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Awards & Rankings

5
#5 Best PSP Game of 2005
3
#3 Most Discussed PSP Game of 2005
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#2 Most Shared PSP Game of 2005

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Metascore
86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 53 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 50 out of 53
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 53
  3. Negative: 0 out of 53
  1. GameSpot
    90
    Simply makes fantastic use of the PSP technology, providing a profoundly impressive audiovisual experience and fast, frantic racing, both of which easily rank with the best the platform has to offer.
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  2. 1UP
    95
    Burnout Legends is certainly the best racing game on PSP, and let's face it, it's up against plenty of competition. Its structure is perfect for a handheld experience, as none of the challenges it presents last more than a few minutes.
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  3. IGN
    85
    While first-time Burnout gamers who are torn between picking up Burnout Legends for the PSP or Burnout Revenge for either Xbox or PS2 may want to go with the latter, Burnout Legends is the perfect remedy for those who want to do a little burning while on the road.
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