Midtown Madness 3 is a fine racer despite relying heavily on its online component, which I must admit does extend quite far, and functions as a solid rival to the Midnight Club series. More precision and distinction between the vehicles would have upped the replay value. The arcade-style control makes for a mellow learning curve, but all the cars wind up feeling identical. In the late 1990s, Microsoft made the decision to jump into the fiercely competitive-and potentially highly lucrative-video game console market.
Hopefully the option for downloadable content (none at this time) will address this in the future.
Though this is an all-around solid game, there are a few significant potholes. But while the original and its sequel were developed by Angel Studios (who later went on to bring us the Midnight Club games), the third iteration has been handled by developer DICE, the race heads who brought us the excellent Rallisport Challenge. 1967 Ford Mustang 2+2 Fastback - Complete the Washington Stunt Car Driver job. Audi S4 Avant - Complete the first six blitz race in Paris. Chrysler Crossfire - Win the tenth blitz race in Washington.
Audi TT - Complete the Paris Special Agent job. It was a breath of fresh air, and ever since I have awaited each installment with starry eyes. SAAB 9-3 Turbo - Win the tenth checkpoint race in Paris. The First Midtown Madness graced my dilapidated PC keyboard with its total disregard for human safety and pedestrian rights.
