Dirt 5 is both an Xbox Series X launch game and a PS5 launch game, meaning it appeared with both consoles on their respective releases dates last month:  November 10 for the Xbox Series X and November 12 for the PS5. Though if you were eager to play it as soon as you could, the Dirt 5 release date for current-gen consoles was November 6, meaning that the game is already available if you’re playing on a PS4 or Xbox One. If that’s you, remember that you’ll be able to upgrade your copy to a next-gen version for free, just as soon as you’ve bagged your Xbox Series X deal or PS5 bundle.

Dirt 5 developers Codemasters has been working on the series for years, and are the team behind some of the best racing games you can play right now. For the latest game, however, the company has certainly pulled out all the stops: Dirt 5 expands its definition of off-road racing to include ice-racing, dynamic seasons, and stadiums filled with Super Trucks. It’s also boasting some serious talent, with the Uncharted series’ Troy Baker and Nolan North lending their voice to career mode.

Get the best Dirt 5 prices and deals

There are two versions of Dirt 5 available to buy. The Dirt 5 Launch Edition grants access to all the high-octane action of the full game, with every track and a whole fleet of cars on offer. On top of that, the souped-up Dirt 5 Amplified Edition will grant players access to every post-launch addition to the game, as well as three exclusive vehicles, three exclusive player sponsors, and currency and XP boosts to help put you in pole position.

Dirt 5 prices – Standard Edition

This is the most simple version of the game, but there’s still plenty of Codemasters magic in there. When it comes to Dirt 5 prices, as well as the Ford F-150 Raptor PreRunner that’s available to anyone who buys the game early, Amazon has its own limited edition available. Buy from the online marketplace across any console, and you’ll also be able to pick up the extremely colourful Porsche Macan T1 Rally Raid, to make sure you beat your opponents and look good doing it.

US Dirt 5 Standard Edition price links

PS4 | Amazon (opens in new tab) – $49.94 | Best Buy (opens in new tab) – $59.99 | Walmart (opens in new tab) – $49.94
PS5 | Amazon (opens in new tab) – $59.99 | Best Buy (opens in new tab) – $59.99 | Walmart (opens in new tab) – $59.99

Xbox One | Amazon (opens in new tab) – $59.99 | Best Buy (opens in new tab) – $59.99
Xbox Series X| Amazon (opens in new tab) – $59.99 | Best Buy (opens in new tab) – $59.99

UK Dirt 5 Standard Edition price links

PS4 | Amazon UK (opens in new tab) – £53.73 | Amazon UK Limited Edition (opens in new tab) – £54.99 | 365games (opens in new tab) – £44.99 | The Game Collection (opens in new tab) – £42.95
PS5| Amazon UK Limited Edition (opens in new tab) – £54.99 | 365games (opens in new tab) – £46.99 | Base (opens in new tab) – £48.85 | The Game Collection (opens in new tab) – £49.95

Xbox One | Amazon UK (opens in new tab) – £53.73 | Amazon UK Limited Edition (opens in new tab) – £54.99 | 365games (opens in new tab) – £44.99 | The Game Collection (opens in new tab) – £42.95
Xbox Series X|Amazon UK (opens in new tab) – £53.73 | Amazon UK Limited Edition (opens in new tab) – £54.99 365games (opens in new tab) – £44.99 | The Game Collection (opens in new tab) – £42.95

Dirt 5 prices – Amplified Edition

Dirt 5 Amplified Version is perfect if you’re hoping for a more souped-up, long-term experience. As well as the base game, you’ll have access to three exclusive cars, three exclusive sponsors, every post-launch addition that Codemasters introduces, and currency and XP boosts that should have you flying off the starting line. It’s digital-only, however, meaning you won’t be able to pick it up at retail, and it doesn’t appear that the PS5 version is available yet.

US Dirt 5 Amplified Edition price links

PS4| PlayStation Store (opens in new tab) – $79.99
Xbox One | Xbox Store (opens in new tab) – $79.99
Xbox Series X| Xbox Store (opens in new tab) – $79.99

UK Dirt 5 Amplified Edition price links

PS4| PlayStation Store (opens in new tab) – £74.99
Xbox One | Xbox Store (opens in new tab) – £74.99
Xbox Series X| Xbox Store (opens in new tab) – £74.99

Getting the most out of Dirt 5

The best way to play Dirt 5 is likely going to be on next-gen consoles, as, while it’ll run very nicely on the PS4 or Xbox One, the fact it’s been made with the PS5 and Xbox Series X in mind means it’ll look its best on the new hardware. Alternatively, check out our best gaming PCs, as new graphics cards will also have your Dirt 5 deal transformed into something fantastic looking.

Whether you’re opting for a PC or a console, you’ll want to ensure you’ve got the best accessories possible, so look for the best racing wheels out there, or the best PS4 controllers and best Xbox One controllers if you’re not ready to take the plunge on a full simulation.

Whether you’re going all in on the real deal or not, you’ll want to make sure that you can feel as close to the road as possible, so check out some of the best gaming TVs and best gaming monitors, as well as the best gaming headsets or best gaming sound systems to help bring Dirt 5’s tracks to life.

That might sound like a reasonable amount of extra kit, but given the ultra-realism that some of Codemasters’ racing games can offer, investing in the full experience can let you play the game at a whole new level.

Looking to pre-order or buy another big game?

Racing games are great, but if you’re looking to expand your next-gen pallet a little, check out some of the other major games that have either come out this year, or are getting ready to release in the Xbox Series X and PS5 launch windows:

• Cyberpunk 2077 pre-order
• Death Stranding price
• Call of Duty: Modern Warfare price
• Assassin’s Creed Valhalla price
• Watch Dogs Legion price
• Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order price
• Ghost of Tsushima price
• Final Fantasy 7 Remake price

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Previous titles in the Dirt franchise are known for their many racing modes, and this time Codemasters have created a host of unique arenas for each of their new objective-based Party modes. 

The first mode is ‘Vampire’, which was originally shown at the end of the Playgrounds trailer in August and was featured during Outbreak in Dirt 3. Vampire events begin with one Vampire car, whose task is to hunt down other drivers, make contact with them and turn them into Vampires too. Those who aren’t Vampires must use their racing skills to evade the others to win.

‘King’ puts a spin on a traditional multiplayer event, with each player battling to hold the crown for as long as they can. Coming into contact with other cars will pass the crown over to them. Racers will be able to earn points whenever they hold the crown and the King will leave a trail of coins for drivers to pick up as they’re chased down. 

The third and final Party mode is ‘Transporter’. The aim for Transporter is all about capturing, defending and evading to score a win. Each player must capture an object and transport it to a specific location while avoiding other drivers, successfully completing the task will earn you points. Holding onto the object longer before delivering it to the location will also score you more points.

Dirt 5’s online multiplayer will include 10 locations, with a huge variety of car classes including Classic Rally, Pre Runners, Cross Raid, Rally Cross and more. All multiplayer modes in Dirt 5 are 12-player events for both online play and party mode arenas. Competing in any multiplayer events in Dirt 5 will also earn you currency to spend on new cars and other personalisation items such as player cards, lanyards, and stickers. 

Private lobbies are also a planned addition after the launch of Dirt 5 as the developers will assess the performance and feedback on multiplayer racing. 

Dirt 5 will arrive on the PS5 release date on November 12 and PS4 on November 6. Codemasters have now revealed that online multiplayer will be also cross-generational, so you will be able to play on PS5 while a friend can play on their PS4.

For more, be sure to check out our hands-on preview of Dirt 5. 

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