Burnout is a high-paced, intense car racing video game for the Sony PlayStation 2. Its genre is Racing and Vehicular combat. This game breaks traditional racing boundaries with its emphasis on reckless driving and beautiful crashes. Players engage in a variety of racing styles including pure racing, pursuit, and the widely popular Crash mode. Addiction to speed and disregard for traffic rules are actually encouraged in Burnout. This adrenaline-fueled game rewards strategic recklessness, making for exhilarating fun.