Dirt 2 perfects the first game's formula with even more varied worldwide tracks, trendy X-Games atmosphere and refined driving sensations. The best Dirt on PS3, accessible and thrilling.
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Category
Racing2 players12+
Split screen
Description
American version of Codemasters Dirt 2 with new extreme disciplines and characterful pro drivers. Published by Codemasters, released in the United States in September 2009. Rally, buggy and Landrush, pro drivers with personality, competitive online multiplayer mode and rock soundtrack. American version.
Dirt 2 review
MAX
Art direction
★★★★★
"Iconic"
4/5
Music
★★★★★
"Excellent"
1/5
Story
★★★★★
"Anecdotal"
Almost photographic reproduction of the cars, realistic circuits and natural light: Codemasters' racing reaches a cutting-edge realism. The care for mechanical detail and the brilliance of the environments impress at every corner. This visual rigour, elegant and polished, illustrates the studio's exigency in simulation.
Gameplay
"Excellent"
Fun
"From the very first seconds"
Spectacular rallying across varied terrain, where snappy driving and controlled drifts deliver an exhilarating sense of speed. The festive vibe and dynamic interface give each race a unique character. Accessible yet demanding, this off-road racer blends adrenaline and style with dazzling success, ideal for fans of off-road driving.
Complete: box, manual and disc/cart very clean. Lightly handled.
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Collector interest
Dirt 2, Codemasters' off-road racer with a festive vibe and polished production, notable for its stylized interface and sense of spectacle. Still common, its desirability rests on the nostalgia of the studio's golden age rather than scarcity. An accessible supporting piece for a racing set of the generation, with no particular value but pleasant to fit into a themed collection.
Better with friends
Spectacular rally and off-road where controlled drift over dirt, gravel and snow gives the duels all their flavor. The competition plays out to the tenth of a second, in consistency and bold racing lines more than luck. The original online is no longer assured, but local split-screen and the hunt for best times among friends sustain a healthy, stubborn rivalry.
Is Dirt 2 still worth playing in 2026?
Dirt 2 remains one of the most enjoyable rally games on PS3, and its balance between accessible simulation and arcade fun has aged remarkably well. The driving, precise yet forgiving, delivers immediate thrills across varied tracks the world over. The festive X-Games-inspired styling, sometimes deemed flashy at the time, today lends an endearing period flavour. The solo content is generous and the rewind system eases the learning curve. For anyone who loves off-road racing without the stiffness of pure simulations, this title keeps all its appeal.
