The console racing hit makes it the PC.

Slavely, Director of Product Management at Empire Interactive.

Other commands refer to other buttons on the Xbox joypad rather than the corresponding keyboard buttons.

Its lazy, and smacks of the PC gamer being treated like a second class citizen.

Aside from this lazy development, though, this latest version ofFlatOutis a pretty decent arcade racer.

Each section has its own cars, tournaments and tracks, with the prizes becoming greater as you progress.

Theres dozens of available events, and completing them all will take plenty of dedication.

Thankfully, the racing is mostly enjoyable when youve at least got a little used to the temperamental controls.

Graphically,FlatOutis a great looking game.

Atmospheric affects are also handled well, with flinging mud and spraying water looking particularly good.

The raucous racing is also accompanied by a loud soundtrack thats packed with rock, punk and metal bands.

If youre looking for some Destruction Derby-style racing, then look no further this really isUltimate Carnage.

Rating:

4 out of 5