Burnout Paradise Remastered

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Burnout Paradise Remastered is a single player and multiplayer racing game. It was developed by Stellar Entertainment and was released on March 16, 2018. It received neutral reviews from players.

"Burnout Paradise Remastered" is a high-speed arcade racing game set in an open-world environment. Experience remastered visuals and online multiplayer mayhem, including dynamic weather and day-night cycles. With a range of aggressive driving techniques and stunt jumps, navigate the city of Paradise City while competing in various racing events.

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Audience ScoreBased on 6,228 reviews

graphics80 positive mentions

stability174 negative mentions

graphics
424 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the remastered version of Burnout Paradise have received mixed reviews, with many players noting only minor improvements over the original. While some appreciate the updated textures and smoother performance, others express disappointment at the lack of significant enhancements, stating that the visuals remain largely unchanged from the original release. Additionally, technical issues related to graphics settings and compatibility with dedicated graphics cards have been a common frustration among users.
- “Graphics are still really great, even from its time, with the car models and their wreckage looking spectacular.”
- “The new graphics look great, especially the textures.”
- “Exceptional graphics and visuals.”
- “Maybe someday the constant crashing will be fixed, but the fact I have to either install mods or mess with my graphics card's settings just to even get the game to load feels like an insult, and I only got the game on sale for $5.”
- “I'm disappointed to see that the graphics don't have any noticeable upgrades or any new cars added for the 'remaster' version of the game.”
- “For a 'remastered' game, the graphics aren't that much better than the original, and the framerate is still capped at 60fps...”
music
402 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in "Burnout Paradise Remastered" has received mixed reviews, with many praising its diverse soundtrack that includes a mix of rock, classical, and tracks from previous games in the series. While some players enjoy the nostalgic feel and the energetic vibe it brings to the racing experience, others criticize the repetitiveness of certain songs and the inability to adjust the volume settings effectively. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a highlight for many, enhancing the game's fast-paced action and open-world exploration.
- “The soundtrack selection is alright by series standards with a nice inclusion of classical music as well as the original music from the first few Burnout games, tying everything back nicely.”
- “The crashing, the music choices (having classical music was a great creative decision for a high-speed racing game), the missions, the multiplayer, and, of course, the racing are all excellent.”
- “The accompanying soundtrack features a diverse range of licensed music that perfectly complements the fast-paced action, further enhancing the immersive experience.”
- “I do not understand the love for this game, it is an underwhelming racing game and the soundtrack is just plain awful.”
- “This game is not remastered at all, doesn't have enough moods, it's a waste, disgusting, terrible soundtrack, boring, monotonous, it is not what I expected.”
- “Also in this edition you can't change the music in-game, don't get me wrong the soundtrack is amazing, but after 10 times listening to the same songs it gets a bit boring and repetitive.”
gameplay
276 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Burnout Paradise is characterized by its fast-paced, adrenaline-pumping racing mechanics and an expansive open-world environment that encourages aggressive driving and exploration. While many players find the core gameplay enjoyable and reminiscent of classic titles, technical issues such as frequent crashes and bugs significantly hinder the experience, particularly on PC. Overall, the game offers a fun and engaging racing experience, but the technical shortcomings detract from its potential enjoyment.
- “The gameplay is pretty easy to pick up and enjoyable, that would sum up everything I want to say.”
- “The gameplay mechanics in Burnout Paradise are both accessible and adrenaline-pumping.”
- “Fantastic smooth and fast driving, awesome crashes, tons of content, great soundtrack, and a fun multiplayer make this a must-have for any fan of exciting moment-to-moment gameplay.”
- “Once the first cutscene ends and it goes to gameplay, it crashes.”
- “I wish I could write a review about the gameplay but I never got to that point; it crashes every single time even on a brand new gaming laptop, complete garbage.”
- “The game has numerous bugs that either prevent or hinder gameplay.”
stability
196 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game has been widely criticized, with numerous players reporting frequent crashes, especially on startup, and various bugs that hinder gameplay. Many users have expressed frustration over extensive troubleshooting efforts that often yield no results, leading to a consensus that the game is a buggy port that requires significant effort to run smoothly. While some players have managed to enjoy the game after overcoming these issues, the overall sentiment is that the remaster is plagued by stability problems that detract from the experience.
- “Runs great, looks good.”
- “I also want to mention that I'm playing it on the Steam Deck and it runs great.”
- “Game runs great.”
- “Crashes on startup, no amount of troubleshooting and guide following worked for me.”
- “The game itself is amazing, but you can't actually play it right now because it freezes on startup.”
- “I don't know how many times I watched the unskippable intro video only to have the game crash as soon as it ended... I tried every troubleshooting option under the sun: disable camera, offline mode, disable antialiasing... nothing.”
story
116 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game lacks a substantial story, with many players noting that it primarily focuses on racing and destruction rather than narrative depth. While some appreciate the world-building and fun gameplay mechanics, the overall consensus is that those seeking a rich storyline will be disappointed, as the game offers minimal context and repetitive missions. Instead, it emphasizes arcade-style racing and player choice in a largely open world.
- “Even though the game doesn't really have a story, the world-building is surprisingly good.”
- “The in-depth storyline really creates this deep lore that immerses you in a universe of green grass and pretty girls.”
- “Bottom line: it's a super fun arcade racer and one of the very few open-world games where the open world does more than just exist between missions as an obstacle you need to traverse before getting to the next mission.”
- “Story: hmm... it doesn't have one, but hey, at least the comments from 'Crash FM' are fun, I guess.”
- “If you're looking for a game with a story, this isn't for you.”
- “No rich storyline or any context, just drive, ram, repeat.”
optimization
104 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing smooth performance after adjusting settings, while others report significant issues such as crashes, stuttering, and poor resolution options. Many users suggest that the game requires extensive tweaking to run well, indicating it may not be well-optimized for modern devices. Overall, while some players enjoy a stable experience, a substantial number face frustrating performance problems that detract from the gameplay.
- “Haven't had any performance issues or crashing whatsoever.”
- “I don't know what everyone is talking about having issues, but I have had nothing but good performance out of the game—no crashing, no freezing, nothing aside from the screen tearing, but I fixed that by adding the game to my NVIDIA settings and forcing V-Sync on.”
- “No performance issues, maintained 60fps at maximum settings.”
- “Like seriously, how could they mess up this bad in terms of this game's optimization for modern devices?”
- “This game is a pain in the ass to set up and it's one of the worst optimized games for PC!”
- “But about 50% of the time it lags or straight up crashes; honestly surprising how badly this game is optimized.”
grinding
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive and repetitive, often describing it as "grindy asf" and suggesting that it can feel tedious and almost like work. While some appreciate the option to access high-performance cars from the start to avoid grinding, many still feel that the online challenges and gameplay can become monotonous, especially when reliant on other players. Despite these criticisms, the game maintains a dedicated player base, indicating that some still enjoy the experience despite the grind.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “A bit grindy.”
- “Not a bad game, but too grindy and repetitive for my personal taste.”
- “Beta'ed this Christmas 2007 on a PS3 when there was only the Palm Bay Heights, and followed the purchase path through Big Surf Island and the motorcycles, toy cars, etc. The game was a pleasure but transformed itself into a grindy experience, with user interaction dropping off to accomplish challenges, thus making it archaic.”
- “Got tedious after a while and felt almost work-like.”
monetization
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing it as a cash grab due to the presence of intrusive real-world advertisements and a perceived lack of innovation in the remaster. However, some users appreciated the absence of microtransactions, noting that all in-game purchases are now free, which contrasts with EA's typical practices. Overall, while the game offers nostalgic enjoyment, the monetization strategy has left a sour taste for many players.
- “Remastered gets rid of all the microtransactions as well, so bonus!”
- “Has all the in-game purchases for free too!”
- “I'm also happy that EA did a very un-EA thing and didn't put in any microtransactions.”
- “Burnout Paradise Remastered just feels like a cash grab of a game; whatever you do, don't waste your time on this game.”
- “They ruined a perfectly good thing with advertisements so they can have money.”
- “It's a shame, I played the original back in the day and this is a very lazy remaster. Increased resolution and that's it; I'm pretty sure even some particle effects are better in the original, and the in-game ads that were so memorable in the original are gone.”
humor
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by its whimsical elements, such as toy cars and a Ghostbusters vehicle, which add a playful charm. Players find the absurdity of certain game mechanics, like the need to disable Origin, particularly amusing, contributing to an overall lighthearted and entertaining experience.
- “You get toy cars, islands, and even a Ghostbusters car, which was pretty funny to me.”
- “The fact that one of the solutions is to disable Origin is hilarious.”
- “It's hilarious that it all relates because you don't have a camera or something like that.”
replayability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is viewed as somewhat lacking, with some users suggesting that the original version offers a more engaging experience. While there are additional playable content and improved graphics, the reliance on replaying events is criticized as a superficial method to enhance replay value. Overall, opinions are mixed, with some appreciating the extra content while others feel it falls short compared to the original.
- “Replayability and content: 8/10”
- “It's always an appreciable moment for a game that has more playable content and has better graphics than before.”
- “Best result is recorded for replay value.”
- “- Replaying events is a cheap way to add 'replayability'.”
- “I don't get it, the original is more playable than this trash.”
- “If you really want to play this, I suppose a cracked copy of the original game would be more playable.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers feel that Burnout Paradise fails to effectively capture the intense atmosphere expected from a high-octane racing and crashing game, leaving a sense of disappointment regarding its immersive qualities.

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Burnout Paradise Remastered is a racing game.

Burnout Paradise Remastered is available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and others.

On average players spend around 95 hours playing Burnout Paradise Remastered.

Burnout Paradise Remastered was released on March 16, 2018.

Burnout Paradise Remastered was developed by Stellar Entertainment.

Burnout Paradise Remastered has received neutral reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its stability.

Burnout Paradise Remastered is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include Burnout Paradise: The Ultimate Box, Need for Speed: Most Wanted, Need for Speed Rivals, Need for Speed Hot Pursuit Remastered, Test Drive Unlimited 2 and others.

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