Burnout Paradise
News, coverage and analysis tracking Burnout Paradise across the outlets.- Star Wars: Galactic Racer Is A Burnout GameStar Wars: Galactic Racer, developed by Fuse Games, shifts the focus from lightsabers to an underground racing circuit, drawing comparisons to the Burnout series due to its destructive takedowns. The game will feature podracing and special abilities, and is set to release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X on October 6.
EA launches new advertising platform enabling brands to "integrate directly into gameplay"Electronic Arts has launched EA Advertising, a new platform designed to integrate brands directly into gameplay experiences. The company claims these placements will enhance, not disrupt, the player experience, offering native ad units in sports titles and branded gameplay content like challenges and objectives. EA views advertising as a significant growth driver.
Sim racing is flourishing, but what happened to the arcade racer?The article discusses the decline of arcade racers and the rise of sim racing, noting that while sim player counts have surged, mainstream racing games have dwindled to a few franchises like Forza Horizon. The author suggests that the increased accessibility and popularity of real-world motorsport, partly fueled by media like Netflix's Drive to Survive, has driven the growth of sim racing as a more accessible alternative to participating in actual racing.- Wreckreation ReviewWreckreation offers an addictive gameplay loop with some minor technical issues. The game evokes a sense of Burnout Paradise, providing a fun, albeit slightly unpolished, racing experience.
Games Inbox: Is Forza Horizon the best arcade racer franchise?Readers discuss the Forza Horizon series, questioning its standing as the best arcade racer due to a lack of competition. Other topics include Warner Bros.' handling of The Lord of the Rings games, the sound design of Doom, and the embargo timing for game reviews.
25+ PS5, PS4 Games to Buy in PS Store's Weekend Offer Sale (Europe)The European PlayStation Store is hosting a Weekend Offer sale featuring numerous PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 games at reduced prices until May 4th, 2026. The sale includes highly-rated titles such as A Plague Tale: Innocence, Dead Space, and Burnout Paradise Remastered, among many others.
Erik Wolpaw, co-writer of Portal and Portal 2 adores Burnout Paradise and has 1,500 hours in Slay the Spire: 'This…Writer Erik Wolpaw, known for his work on Portal and Portal 2, discusses his extensive gaming history and current preferences. He expresses a deep affection for Slay the Spire, having accumulated over 1,500 hours, and also highlights Burnout Paradise as a game he will never uninstall. Wolpaw also touches on his experiences with Soulslike games like Nioh and Dark Souls 3, and his appreciation for the strategic depth of Slay the Spire.
10 Best PS3 Racing Games of All TimeThis article lists the 10 best racing games available on the PlayStation 3. The list includes titles such as Gran Turismo 6, Burnout Paradise, DiRT 3, Wipeout HD, Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit, F1 2013, Midnight Club: Los Angeles, GRID Autosport, Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed, and MotorStorm, highlighting their key features and developers.
Burnout Paradise Remastered Review | Giant BombBurnout Paradise Remastered offers a fresh and exciting experience a decade after its original release, with higher resolution and texture touch-ups enhancing the classic gameplay. While the remaster includes all previously released DLC, it slightly disrupts the game's core progression by providing access to faster cars early on. The article notes that aspects like the lack of fast travel and repetitive race finish lines remind players of the game's age, but praises the expertly designed city and high-speed action that still holds up.- Burnout Paradise Remastered ReviewBurnout Paradise Remastered offers a fresh and exciting experience a decade after its original release, with higher resolution and texture touch-ups enhancing the classic gameplay. While the remaster includes all previously released DLC, giving players access to faster cars early on can slightly diminish the core progression. Despite some dated elements like the lack of fast travel, the game's expertly designed city and high-speed action remain compelling.