PS3 Review – Burnout Paradise: Big Surf Island DLC
Gameplay wise, Big Surf Island really doesn’t add anything tangible to the already awesome Paradise experience. It plays exactly the same as the previous iterations. However, credit must be given to Criterion for the color scheming instituted within the Big Surf Island arena. The environment is vibrant, and really feels alive. The buildings, the sun, the surf, the sand–all of these really add to the laid back atmosphere. This is something Criterion really should be applauded for, as the combination of the color scheming, environment and overall feel finally allows the player to sit back and relax.
Big Surf Island does a lot of things right. For one, the vibrant colors and beach setting really transport the player into a very laid-back, enjoyable setting. Criterion estimates that with all the content given, it should be about a 5 hour experience. However, you can really get lost within the experience, and that 5 hour prediction seems more like an underestimate.
If there is one drawback about the package, it is the price. At $12.99, the price is a bit hefty. And there just doesn’t seem like this quite enough play time to justify it. Somewhere around $7~9 would have been the sweet spot. Other than that though, Big Surf Island is an excellent addition to an already excellent game, and you should go out and get it now!
PlayStation LifeStyle’s Final Score
Priced a bit high, but still worth the cash. Vibrant, laid back atmosphere with the addition of off-road racing make this a worthwhile endeavor. |  |
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8 Responses to “PS3 Review – Burnout Paradise: Big Surf Island DLC”
Great review I really loved Big Surd Island. Ya it is kind of expensive for what u get especially since u can buy the full game for $20, but overall I’ve enjoyed my experence with this DLC.
I agree, great add on. The price balance’s out once you unlock some toy cars. This is one of the few games that i constantly play. I still haven’t played Cops and robbers.. my only complaint not related to Big Surf Island is that you could search for anyone playing Cops and Robbers.
Sweet Review , I still need to pick this game up.
That’s a rather long review for a what… 10-15 dollar release? I didn’t actually read it though. Sorry, no offense, but I already own the DLC. I already know how awesome it is.
I kinda want to sell my copy of Burnout Paradise though. I’d rather buy the 20 dollar PSN version so I can just play the game when ever. The thing that’s stopping me is how much DLC I’ve spent on it. Even though the game is WELL worth it.
[...] some new direction as well. It’s been over a year now, and the game has not only gotten new DLC, but it has also become a downloadable game on the PlayStation Store at the price of only $19.99. [...]
[...] some new direction as well. It’s been over a year now, and the game has not only gotten new DLC, but it has also become a downloadable game on the PlayStation Store at the price of only $19.99. [...]
finally got the platinum on this . i was accidentally collecting everything else
i’m waiting for the price to drop on it hah. I mean i want it, but not 12.99 want it.