DiRT 3

DiRT 3 significantly expanded the franchise by introducing dynamic weather effects, most notably the ability to race on snow and ice in Rally stages. It also introduced Gymkhana events, which task players with performing tricks and drifts in specialized obstacle arenas like Battersea. The inclusion of rallycross and muddy trailblazer events rounded out the massive vehicle roster.

Inspired by Ken Block's real-world gymkhana videos, the mode requires players to chain together tricks like donuts, drifts, and jumps to score points within a time limit. You can practice these stunts at the fictional Battersea Power Station compound. Mastering the handbrake and weight transfer of your car is essential to beating the target scores.

The Monte Carlo Track Pack and the Ken Block Pack were highly popular post-release DLCs for the 2011 racing game. The Monte Carlo pack added eight complex rally stages set on winding alpine tarmac. The Complete Edition of the game bundles all this DLC together, making it the definitive version for fans of the Codemasters title.

Yes, despite the focus on Gymkhana and multiplayer party modes, DiRT 3 features an extensive career mode heavily rooted in traditional point-to-point rally. Players can drive classic vehicles from the 1960s through the modern era across dynamic weather systems. The snow stages in locations like Michigan and Norway are particularly praised for their realistic tire grip physics.