Burnout 3: Takedown vs FlatOut: Ultimate Carnage
Side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, ratings, and alternatives.
Burnout 3: Takedown delivers pure arcade adrenaline, letting players tear across the USA, Europe, and the Far East in over 60 race events. The game blends aggressive high‑speed racing with spectacular crash piles, rewarding dangerous driving with unlockable cars and trophies. The title features split‑screen multiplayer for up to two local players and online races for up to eight, offering both single‑player thrills and competitive head‑to‑head mayhem.
FlatOut: Ultimate Carnage brings the high‑octane chaos of the original FlatOut 2 to PC and Xbox 360 with enhanced features. The game expands races to 12 cars, adds new single‑player and multiplayer modes, and delivers intense vehicle destruction with realistic physics. Players can enjoy split‑screen local play or compete online, choosing from a variety of race types that emphasize speed, crashes, and strategic vehicle control. It’s a perfect blend of arcade fun and gritty, bone‑crunching action for fans of destructive racing.
- Fast‑paced, adrenaline‑filled gameplay
- Exciting crash mechanics add strategic depth
- Robust multiplayer options both local and online
- Large variety of tracks and vehicles
- Expanded 12‑car races increase excitement
- New single‑player and multiplayer modes add variety
- Split‑screen local multiplayer enhances couch gaming
- Realistic physics deliver satisfying destruction
- Graphics are dated by modern standards
- Limited to PlayStation 2 platform only
- No controller vibration feedback in some modes
- Graphics are dated compared to modern titles
- Limited platform availability (PC, Xbox 360 only)
- Online matchmaking can be inconsistent
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The Verdict
AI-generated from listing dataBurnout 3: Takedown offers broader content, stronger multiplayer, and easier accessibility, while FlatOut: Ultimate Carnage adds larger 12‑car chaos but is limited to PC/Xbox 360.
Key differences
- •Burnout 3 has 60+ events and vehicles plus a dedicated Crash mode; FlatOut focuses on 12‑car races and realistic damage.
- •Multiplayer: Burnout supports up to 8 online players; FlatOut supports up to 12 cars but online matchmaking is noted as inconsistent.
- •Platform: Burnout is PS2‑only; FlatOut runs on PC and Xbox 360 only.
- •Age rating: Burnout is PEGI 3 (more family‑friendly); FlatOut is PEGI 12 (more mature content).
- •Critic scores: Burnout 93/100 vs FlatOut 80/100.
Gameplay & fun factor
Burnout offers 60+ events, 60 vehicles, Crash mode and high‑adrenaline arcade racing.
Platform availability
Burnout is PS2‑only; FlatOut is PC and Xbox 360 only – each excels on its own platform.
Pricing & value
Burnout priced at $19.99; FlatOut price not specified, so value cannot be directly compared.
Multiplayer / co‑op
Burnout supports up to 8 online players plus split‑screen; FlatOut’s online matchmaking is described as inconsistent.
Content & replayability
Burnout provides 60+ events, 60 vehicles, leaderboards and trophies; FlatOut adds 5 new single‑player modes.
Difficulty & accessibility
Burnout rated PEGI 3 (easier for younger players) versus FlatOut PEGI 12.
Graphics & performance
Both titles are described as having dated graphics; no further distinction provided.
Choose Burnout 3: Takedown if…
Ideal for PS2 owners seeking extensive arcade racing content and robust multiplayer.
Choose FlatOut: Ultimate Carnage if…
Best for PC or Xbox 360 players who want massive 12‑car chaos and realistic crash physics.
Common questions
Which game offers more multiplayer participants?
Burnout 3 supports up to 8 online players; FlatOut supports up to 12 cars but online matchmaking is noted as inconsistent.
Can I play either game on modern consoles?
Burnout 3 is PS2‑only; FlatOut is available for PC and Xbox 360 only. No modern console ports are listed.
What are the price differences?
Burnout 3 is listed at $19.99. FlatOut's price is not specified in the provided data.