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Dirt 3
Developer(s)Codemasters Southam[2]
Publisher(s)Codemasters
SeriesColin McRae Rally
EngineEGO 2.0
Platform(s)Microsoft Windows
PlayStation 3
Xbox 360
Cloud (OnLive)
Genre(s)Racing
Mode(s)Single-player, Multiplayer

DiRT 3 is a rallying video game and the third in the Dirt series of the Colin McRae Rally series, developed and published by Codemasters. However, the "Colin McRae" tag has been completely removed from this iteration.[3] The game was released in Europe and North America on 24 May 2011, and two days later in Australia for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. The Japanese version of DiRT 3 was released on 25 August 2011.[4][5][6] In September 2011, there were reports that a network security problem on the website of an AMD promo had resulted in the loss of 3 million DiRT 3 keys to the public for use via the Steam platform that have then been posted in various places around the internet.[7][8]

Gameplay

Cockpit view

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.[9]

Reception

IGN gave the game a score of 8.5 and an Editor's Choice award, praising the gameplay and online functionality while criticising some of the design choices.[10] GameTrailers gave the game a score of 9.2, praising the gameplay and presentation, although criticising the limits of the YouTube functionality.[11] GamesRadar gave the game a score of 9/10, praising its impeccable gameplay though noting slightly lower structure presentation compared to the previous game.[12] Official Xbox Magazine gave the game a score of 8.5/10, hailing its impressive car design and smooth handling, while criticising the lack of dynamism in the surfaces and poor social features.[13]


Complete Edition

A 'Complete Edition' of the game was announced by Codemasters on 9 February 2012,[14] with a trailer released on YouTube on 8 March 2012.[15] Consisting of the game and its associated DLC packaged together, the Complete Edition adds several tracks and vehicles. It was released Friday March 9th in Europe, and March 20th in North America.

References

  1. ^ Wesley Yin-Poole (16 December 2010). "DiRT 3 release date announced News - Page 1". Eurogamer.net. Retrieved 4 February 2011.
  2. ^ "Codemasters: Taking aim | Game development | Features by Develop". Develop-online.net. 23 July 2010. Retrieved 1 February 2011.
  3. ^ Ivan, Tom (12 March 2010). "DiRT 3 Confirmed | Edge Magazine". Edge-online.com. Retrieved 1 February 2011.
  4. ^ http://www.4gamer.net/games/117/G011710/
  5. ^ http://www.4gamer.net/games/117/G011712/
  6. ^ http://www.4gamer.net/games/117/G011711/
  7. ^ http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-09-06-3-million-digital-dirt-3-copies-robbed
  8. ^ http://www.vg247.com/2011/09/06/rumour-3-million-dirt-3-steam-keys-leaked-online/
  9. ^ Joao Diniz Sanches (17 November 2010). "eurogamer.net". eurogamer.net. Retrieved 28 April 2011.
  10. ^ DiRT 3 Review - Xbox 360 Review at IGN
  11. ^ DiRT 3 Video Game, Review | Video Clip | Game Trailers & Videos | GameTrailers.com
  12. ^ DiRT 3: Super Review, DiRT 3 Review, Xbox 360 Reviews | Games Radar.com
  13. ^ DiRT 3 | OXM ONLINE
  14. ^ "DiRT 3 Complete Edition expands the award-winning off-road racer with cars and routes". Codemasters.
  15. ^ "DiRT 3 - Complete Edition Trailer". YouTube. 8 March 2012.
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