Crash 'N' Burn vs FlatOut 2
Side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, ratings, and alternatives.
Crash 'N' Burn pits you against up to 15 opponents in chaotic, weapon‑laden races that reward aggression and skill. The game’s damage system lets you smash cars, trigger explosions, and still cross the finish line first. The title features split‑screen multiplayer and online play, delivering fast‑paced action on the PlayStation 2 with a focus on pure, unfiltered racing thrills.
FlatOut 2 delivers relentless arcade racing where every crash shatters fences, explodes tyre walls and sends drivers flying through windshields. With 34 vehicles, 12 rag‑doll mini‑games and a soundtrack featuring Rob Zombie, Papa Roach and more, the mayhem never stops. The game features a sophisticated career mode, 60 track combinations and LAN‑only multiplayer for up to six players, plus split‑screen action for local chaos. Over 5,000 destructible objects and 40 deformable car pieces make each lap a spectacle of sparks and destruction.
- Exciting, high‑energy racing experience
- Robust online multiplayer with 16 players
- Dynamic damage system adds strategic depth
- Split‑screen mode for couch co‑op
- Massive amount of destructible objects creates endless chaos
- Large roster of vehicles and tracks for varied gameplay
- High‑energy soundtrack featuring well‑known rock artists
- Multiple multiplayer options including LAN and split‑screen
- Graphics are dated by modern standards
- Limited track variety
- AI opponents can be inconsistent
- Online play limited to LAN only, no modern matchmaking
- Graphics are dated compared to newer racing titles
- No official updates for newer console generations
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The Verdict
AI-generated from listing dataFlatOut 2 offers more content, cheaper price, and broader multiplayer options, while Crash 'N' Burn gives larger online races but at a higher cost and with fewer tracks.
Key differences
- •FlatOut 2 has 34 vehicles, 60 track combos and 5,000+ destructible objects per track; Crash 'N' Burn has limited track variety.
- •Online multiplayer: FlatOut 2 only LAN (up to 6); Crash 'N' Burn supports online play for up to 16 players.
- •Price: FlatOut 2 $19.99 vs Crash 'N' Burn $59.99.
- •Critic scores: FlatOut 2 83/100, Crash 'N' Burn 65/100.
- •Split‑screen: both support it, but FlatOut 2 also offers LAN split‑screen for up to six players.
Gameplay & fun factor
FlatOut 2 provides more vehicles, tracks, and rag‑doll mini‑games, creating greater variety and chaos.
Platform availability
Both are PC/console releases from the mid‑2000s; no specific platform data given.
Price & value
FlatOut 2 costs $19.99 versus $59.99 for Crash 'N' Burn, offering more content for less money.
Multiplayer / co‑op
Crash 'N' Burn supports online races with up to 16 players, whereas FlatOut 2 is limited to LAN up to 6.
Content & replayability
FlatOut 2 lists 60 track combos, 34 vehicles, and 12 mini‑games; Crash 'N' Burn notes limited track variety.
Difficulty & accessibility
No specific difficulty or accessibility data provided for either game.
Graphics & performance
Both are described as having dated graphics; no quantitative performance data available.
Choose Crash 'N' Burn if…
Buy Crash 'N' Burn if you need larger online multiplayer (16 players) and can afford the higher price.
Choose FlatOut 2 if…
Buy FlatOut 2 if you want more content, cheaper price, and LAN/split‑screen play.
Common questions
Which game offers better value for money?
FlatOut 2 at $19.99 includes more vehicles, tracks, and mini‑games, making it the higher‑value option.
Can I play with friends online?
Crash 'N' Burn supports online races for up to 16 players; FlatOut 2 only supports LAN multiplayer for up to 6.
How do the critical reviews compare?
FlatOut 2 received a critic score of 83/100, while Crash 'N' Burn received 65/100.