Burnout Legends DS box art

Nintendo DS · Racing

Burnout Legends

SystemNintendo DS
GenreRacing
DeveloperCriterion Games
PublisherElectronic Arts
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesBurnout
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 4

Burnout Legends is a racing game released for the Nintendo DS, developed by Criterion Games and published by Electronic Arts.

Among the 59 DS racing games in our database, it ranks #20 by legacy score.

It is part of the Burnout series.

Burnout Legends supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you have a friend to play against

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want a story or exploration rather than laps

What playing Burnout Legends is like

Racing games range from realistic driving to kart racers with weapons and shortcuts. Races are short, making them great for quick sessions and split-screen rivalries.

Tip for newcomers: Learn each track's racing line and braking points; in kart racers, item strategy matters as much as driving.

Burnout Legends gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

Burnout Legends cheats & codes

175 codes on file (Action Replay DS). Here are a few Action Replay DS codes to start with:

Max Overall Burnout Points02130338 3B9AC9FF
Max Overall Takedowns0213033C 0000270F
Max Overall Crash Dollars02130320 3B9AC9FF
Infinite Boost0212AEB8 00002000
Max Boost Meter2212AEBC 00000003
Max Crash Cash021149B8 05F5E0FF

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Burnout Legends walkthroughs & guides

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Burnout Legends FAQ

Who made Burnout Legends?

It was developed by Criterion Games and published by Electronic Arts.

Is Burnout Legends multiplayer?

Yes. Burnout Legends supports up to 2 players.

How long does Burnout Legends take to play?

As a racing game, Burnout Legends typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Burnout Legends on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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