September 08, 2004 - About Our Head-to-Head Comparison
The following comparisons were drawn assuming the highest level of available equipment. To be completely fair, we examine all versions with the notion that everyone has HDTVs, surround sound setups, wireless controllers, etc.

Example One: The PC version of a game features poor mouse and keyboard control, but supports controllers. We do not fault it for its substandard mouse and keyboard control.

Example Two: The PlayStation 2 version of a game supports four-player, but it requires the use of a multitap. The functionality is still there. We do not fault it for it.

Example Three: The GameCube and Xbox versions of a game support progressive scan, but the PS2 does not. The games all look graphically identical, barring the benefits of progressive scan. The result: an even tie between the GameCube and Xbox.We highly recommend that you read the detailed reports for every area of comparison -- there are many facts that might sway your decision based on your setup.

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Burnout 3: Takedown (\PS2, Xbox)
In every respect, Burnout 3 just isn't the franchise it used to be. This is good news, though. Developer Criterion Games has the number-one publisher, Electronic Arts, backing its efforts, which have yielded one of the most impressive arcade racers ever. Burnout 3 is also not available GameCube (with no announced plans), while it's releasing simultaneously on PlayStation 2 and Xbox. This is in contrast to Burnout 2, which debuted on the PlayStation 2 and later hit GameCube and, finally, Xbox (as a Director's Cut with extra features).

You've got to be wondering then, how did the team handle PlayStation 2 and Xbox? You may be surprised that the differences are not so obvious or clear-cut in every respect.

If you want to clear the fog on the long road that is your inevitable purchase of this masterwork racer, read on.