February 20th, 2009

DIRT 2 Screenshots – The OMFG

First of all, I think we should remember the great man who was Collin McRae for a few moments. If it wasn't for him, I am sure that virtual racers would be really poor in terms of gaming experiences, because the Collin McRae games series is simply great. Now, DIRT 2 is coming to remember us again of a great man, and a great game...

...and all I can say is O-M-F-G!!! Is that screen for real? I guess it is, but if I take a closer look, I think I also see something I don't like in it. You know what's that? It's the "upgrade your one-year old videocard, bastard" feeling! Most of us had it at least a few times, usually before having the time and/or money to actually do it, so I won't get too deep here...

Compared to the original DIRT game, DIRT 2 is expected to feature more cars, more real-world locations, as well as enhanced graphics, thanks to the updated version of the EGO game engine, previously used in Codemaster's GRID. The improvements won't stop here, since a lot of online features are also headed this way, but I think there's also one improvement we don't want - a better "minimum required system," I can bet on that one!

On the other hand, I still have my share of Burnout Paradise left to enjoy, and since FEAR 2 is headed this way for a review...I guess I'll have my hands full for a while, don't you agree?