Dirt 3
Dirt 3 (stylised DiRT 3) is a rallying videogame and the third in the Dirt series of the Colin McRae Rally series, developed and published by Codemasters, although the "Colin McRae" tag has been completely removed from this iteration (having been previously been removed from American versions of previous games in the series).[3] The game was released in Europe and North America on the 24 May 2011, and two days later in Australia for PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and Microsoft Windows. The Japanese version of Dirt 3 is scheduled to be released on the 25 August 2011.
Gameplay
The main mode sees players earn reputation points in various events to gain the interest of sponsors who provide them with new vehicles. Flashbacks return from Dirt 2, which can be used up to five times in any difficulty, but cost reputation points to use. A new gymkhana mode puts players in obstacle courses, challenging them to perform various tricks to earn points. Featured in the game are various party modes, involving events such as smashing wooden targets, spreading a zombie infection, and capture the flag. Other new features include a Hardcore mode which limits players to the cockpit view with no assists, the appearance of rain and snow, and the ability to upload replay clips directly to Youtube.[4]
Reception
IGN gave the game a score of 8.5 and an Editor's Choice award, praising the gameplay and online functionality whilst criticising some of the design choices.[5] GameTrailers gave the game a score of 9.2, praising the gameplay and presentation, although criticising the limits of the Youtube functionality.[6] GamesRadar gave the game a score of 9/10, praising its impeccable gameplay though noting slightly lower structure presentation compared to the previous game.[7] Official Xbox Magazine gave the game a score of 8.5/10, hailing its impressive car design and smooth handling, though taking note to the not always jarring transition between different road surfaces. [8]
References
- ^ Wesley Yin-Poole (2010-12-16). "DiRT 3 release date announced News - Page 1". Eurogamer.net. Retrieved 2011-02-04.
- ^ "Codemasters: Taking aim | Game development | Features by Develop". Develop-online.net. 2010-07-23. Retrieved 2011-02-01.
- ^ Ivan, Tom (2010-03-12). "Dirt 3 Confirmed | Edge Magazine". Edge-online.com. Retrieved 2011-02-01.
- ^ Joao Diniz Sanches (2010-11-17). "eurogamer.net". eurogamer.net. Retrieved 2011-04-28.
- ^ http://uk.xbox360.ign.com/articles/116/1169553p1.html
- ^ http://www.gametrailers.com/video/review-dirt-3/714076
- ^ http://www.gamesradar.com/xbox360/dirt-3/review/dirt-3-super-review/a-20110517164135413067/g-20100803111331782068
- ^ http://oxmonline.com/article/reviews/xbox-360/a-f/dirt-3
External links
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