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The Burnout series was a phenomenal
hit when originally launched on the PlayStation 2 and since then, the
series has evolved into one of the most entertaining racing games to
date. Unlike the previous version on other consoles, this incarnation of
the game features new and exciting multi-level tracks that really tests
your skills as a driver.
 Apart from the highly
improved gameplay (which I thought would be impossible), the 360 version
features some of the nicest graphics that I've had the pleasure of
seeing and apart from the awe-inspiring graphics, it also features an
amazing soundtrack to really immerse you into the world of cut throat
street racing.
Features
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Live Revenge – It's
not just about winning, it's about vengeance. A persistent Live
Revenge mode tracks your relationships with online racers and rank
leaders, calling them out in each race ... know your rivals and
punish them!
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Save and Share –
Give back to the online community ... Save your greatest moments and
upload them on Xbox Live for the world to see.
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Check Traffic –
Think hockey on the highway. Now every vehicle on the road is in
play and a potential target – or weapon. Ram traffic into your
rivals, slam cars into vicious combo-based pile-ups and lay waste to
everything in sight. Don't fear traffic – fight it
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Car Deformation –
Experience the next generation of destruction made possible by the
power of the Xbox 360 and literally rip cars to shreds in the most
explosive crashes in the series' history
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Traffic Attack – An
all-new traffic attack mode pits gamers against the clock in a mad
dash for destruction. It's not about dodging traffic, it's about
leveling it by any means necessary
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Crash Redefined –
Show Hollywood how it's done with all-new open-ended crash
junctions, now including 10 new junctions exclusive to Xbox 360.
With multiple start points, complex, vertically-oriented tracks and
hundreds of cars begging to be decimated, Burnout Revenge is the
king of crash.
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Built to Battle –
Designed for maximum carnage, Burnout Revenge's tracks are loaded
with massive jumps, multiple paths and nasty chokepoints to deliver
the ultimate brutal car combat. Vertical takedowns and in-race
crashbreakers open up new avenues for destruction. Watch out for
shortcuts, highlighted by flashing blue lights...they're everywhere.
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Car Classes –
All-new cars in three classes (race, muscle and crash) accentuate
different play styles. Choose your weapon!
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Untouchable Speed –
Burnout Revenge delivers unrivaled, irresponsible speed that can
only possibly be topped by the real thing
Unlike the
previous game Burnout 3, Revenge takes the pain and heartache out
of crashing because it's now used as a tactical strategy that allows the
gamer to push their opponents into oncoming traffic but the beauty of
the game is that traffic no longer causes you to crash, unless you've
been pushed into it. This is great news for gamers because not only does
it improve the gameplay but also the longevity. With that said, Burnout
Revenge also features a variety of different gameplay modes and also
some great online content.
The new gameplay of Revenge starts all opponents with blue marks over
them, indicating that they are neutral. If you continue to target a
particular opponent during a race they will become increasingly more
aggressive towards you, ultimately turning that blue marker into red,
which means they're completely gunning for you. If you manage to take
down any of the competition that is red marked for Revenge, you'll earn
a Revenge Takedown which will crank up the points in your Revenge Meter
and put you that much closer to taking the big prize.
As with previous titles, you'll play Burnout Revenge main event to
unlock new tracks, cars and also new modes of play. New arrivals
alongside the tried and true Road Rage and Crash challenges include
Traffic Attack and the Crashbreaker mode. Traffic Attack is exactly what
it sounds like, pile on the hurt while Crashbreaker is something
entirely new.
Graphically, Burnout Revenge on the 360 was like viewing your favourite
movie for the first time and whatever racing games come out in the
future, this will be one that will hard pressed to beat.
The game moves so fast and looks so
incredible at high speeds that other development teams really need to
sit up and take notice. Revenge's car models return to Burnout 2's
roster of cool Criterion based machines rather than caricatures of real
world vehicles. It doesn't really make a lot of difference in the scheme
of things and you'll either dig it, not dig it or not care one way or
the other. Adding
multi-level maps helps to provide the gamer with more freedom to come up
with crazier ways to take out opponents and gain length to that ever so
precious boost meter. Not only do you have gaps, splits, and alternate
paths, but they've added some ramps in the mix for some exhilarating
jumps. Best of all, the title performs at a steady 60 frames per second
which is silky smooth.
As with the amazing graphics, the title
features a hardcore soundtrack with realistic sound effects from cars
crashing against each other at ridiculous speeds to the sounds of
breaks, traffic and background noise to draw you into the amazing world
of Burnout Revenge.
In conclusion, Burnout Revenge is a must have for the XBox and is easily
the most entertaining racing game out on any system, however for those
that want realism, you might want to stick to Gotham Project Racing 3
because this title is pure arcade realism with amazing graphics and
gameplay. A must have!
XBox 360 Features
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1-6 Players
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80KB to save game
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HDTV 480p/720p/1080i
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Supports Family
Settings
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* Online Multiplayer
2-6 Players
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* Leaderboards
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* Voice
* [XBOX Live features require
Broadband Internet Service, Microsoft Passport Account and paid
membership for online play. Some services and downloads require
additional hardware (eg headset and camera) and fees.]
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