Box Art for Burnout Five (also known as paradise). For more info about the game and some shiny screen shoots

Still currently in development by Criterion, the lastest in the Burnout series promises the most realistic crashes yet and greasy fast speed, only this time the environment where all the action takes place has become completely open.

In a similar step to the Tony Hawkes series - before it went punk (bad) or even the Grand theft Auto games, Burnout’s setting Paradise City will be open for exploration, free to cruise and take in the sights.

Eagle eyed readers will notice the car in these shoots is called Hawker and displays a Union Flag as an emblem.

Where as this car is an American Muscle car

Another new idea? Using cars from different nationalities or just something random, we’ll have to wait and see.

Key features that set Burnout Paradise apart include:

• True Open World Freedom – The entire city will be available from the outset, giving players the freedom to explore this immersive world known as Paradise City. Experience open world driving Burnout style as the action begins with you, but it doesn’t have to end.
• EasyDrive Online Social Gaming – See your friends online with the EasyDrive Friends List and connect with them instantly without having to wait or exit your game. Burnout Paradise is revolutionizing the way players jump on and offline, making it as simple and quick as possible.
• Single-player Events – Choose from Race, Marked Man, Road Rage, and Stunt by pulling up to the numerous stoplights in the game to initiate the event. The action isn’t forced any longer, as players have the freedom to start and even end a challenge at their leisure.