Fanpoll: Burnout Paradise and Crash Mode

Posted Jan 25th 2008 2:15PM by Richard Mitchell
Filed under: Fan stuff, Polls

Alright, now that Burnout Paradise has made the rounds and has been in gamers hot little hands for a few days, we've got a question. The biggest change made to the Burnout series in Paradise is definitely the new free roaming aspect. Rather than have separate modes, players activate different events at traffic signals. However, instead of incorporating Crash Mode into this system, Burnout Paradise uses a new feature called Showtime, which allows players to turn any crash into an impromptu Crash Mode. As evidenced in the video above, some epic crashes are still possible, but many will undoubtedly miss the meticulously crafted crash courses present in previous iterations of the series. So, here's your question: how do you feel about Showtime in Burnout Paradise? Place your vote in the poll below and make your feelings known in the comments. We'll take a look at the results next Friday.

Tags: burnout-paradise, criterion, ea, electronic-arts

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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)

1-25-2008 @ 2:21PM

ridestowe said...

showtime feels way too random, and i really miss crashmode :( but that british criterion guy is lame and doesn't like american gamers(if you dont know what i'm talking about, look it up)

i'm gonna beat his game.

1-25-2008 @ 3:31PM

CB said...

Here it is!
http://www.joystiq.com/2007/02/14/alex-ward-flips-out-during-mtv-interview/

1-25-2008 @ 2:25PM

Chester said...

I was gonna buy this game til I heard there is no crash mode! That was my favorite part in the entire series!

1-25-2008 @ 2:34PM

Sinnix said...

I would have preferred to have both!!

1-25-2008 @ 2:38PM

JakubK666 said...

I was going to buy the game until I heard there was a free roam. That's not a Burnout Sequel...in fact it's more like Burnout:Most Wanted.

1-25-2008 @ 2:48PM

MrMuggs said...

I bought the game and the crash mode is horrible. Rolling and flipping endlessly for what feels like miles on end has such an artificial feel to it that it's corny and stupid. Having to press the A button to pop off the ground while rolling is even worse.

I would much prefer if at the lights they had a crash mode. You could choose to do the crash mode at the light and then barrel into an intersection and you would need to total a certain amount of points. The way it is now with the mechanics of the crashing is horrible. It's even worse than the terrible map when you're trying to race through a huge city...ugh.

1-25-2008 @ 2:51PM

Modeps said...

I've purchased the game and honestly, I'm pleased with Showtime. I have no problem with it. In general, Paradise is a great step in the franchise (I've played them all)

1-27-2008 @ 2:09AM

PeacefulOutrage said...

I own 5 Burnout console games. While this game is indeed fun, it is nowhere near the level it should be. Unfortunately, this may be my last Burnout purchase.

While the showtime mode seemed comical to me since it was so over-the-top, the biggest detractor for me was lack of a local two player mode. Not only can you not race against someone on the same system, you can't compete via system link either. Some of you may ask why would system link matter if you can go online? This is EA. In a year, maybe 16 months the next Burnout will be released and they will shut the crap EA servers down for this game, and no more multiplayer period. Even if you and friends own the game and still want to race each other. People are still playing Halo 2 four years after release, but not EA games. They force you to buy the new version.

That coupled with other small niggles in the game that add up make me wonder how great the game would be if EA wasn't involved at all. I hate how ther is no option that I saw to turn off the takedown camera, no more indicators for computer racers, having to go back to the garage for burning routes, etc. I'm still going to play through the game, but I am glad I still own the other 4 Burnout games to play through.

1-25-2008 @ 2:55PM

skunkworks said...

I miss crashmode.... and I HATE having to drive to the start point of a race if I need to retry. at least a quick restart option should have been included.

1-25-2008 @ 2:56PM

Consequence said...

I wasn't sure about showtime mode going in, but I am now convinced. While I would prefer specific Crash Intersections like any self-respecting Burnout fan, Showtime is a blast! Yesterday I got a 300+ car pile-up on that I-88 section 4 they showed in the video! Freakin' nuts man! It made me $51.5 million! Now theres a record I want someone to beat. (I'm certain it can be done, but it'll be a while...)

1-25-2008 @ 3:19PM

DjDATZ said...

wow...that's ridiculous! i haven't played around with it much...but its still an awesome feature...plus i love the racing more than crashing...but i'll do every showtime rule cuz i want the achievement.

1-25-2008 @ 3:26PM

MrMuggs said...

I hate to say it but I get bored of Showtime. After rolling around and hitting cars for what feels like 5 minuts I just want it to end. Also, what's the point of getting all of the money and records? Can you use the money to upgrade or buy anything? Other than "bragging rights" it seems pointless.

1-25-2008 @ 3:57PM

Consequence said...

I see what you're saying, Muggs but yeah it is basically about bragging rights. I'm cool with that though, and I enjoy holding records in games...

1-25-2008 @ 3:01PM

Shape said...

Only 50 cars? WEAK! My best is 94! :-D

1-25-2008 @ 3:24PM

DjDATZ said...

My best was somewhere along the lines of 130...with an 11 multiplier...but that was before I accidentally erased my 9 hour 25% completion save file. I was fuckin pissed off.

1-25-2008 @ 3:18PM

SirPoonga said...

I like show time. However, with a free roam world they should have allowed you to setup a crash with a sandbox mode. Similar to Crackdown.

1-25-2008 @ 3:39PM

ChromaTick said...

Seems like people either love or hate this game. I'm in the love camp. I think Showtime is brilliant, being able to go into it at any time, anywhere in the city. This game is an absolute blast to play. Is it different than Burnout Revenge? Absolutely. Did I love Burnout Revenge? Absolutely. I just look at them as two completely different games and that's fine with me.

1-25-2008 @ 4:02PM

jdkay20 said...

showtime is stupid compared to crash. in crash it was tough to get things just right but in showtime you just keep mashing the a button until you get bored.

1-25-2008 @ 4:05PM

Diamondxp said...

I love the game it is some new and fresh. I do however Hate driving to events.

1-25-2008 @ 4:11PM

Big Filth said...

the game is very fun. I have about 7 hours in and like 13 % complete because I love driving around looking for smashes, billboards, and super jumps.

its really awesome.

road rage is awesome and marked man is awesome.

I do have a question, if someone could answer Id appreciate it.

in showtime mode, is the only way to increase your multiplier by hitting busses??

there has to be another way but I havent seen it yet.

thanks

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