Burnout 3: Takedown is a racing video game with arcade gameplay that emphasizes dangerous and fast-paced driving. The game features standard circuit racing that takes place on roadways and busy city streets. In Single Race mode, the player battles five AI opponents in a race over one or more laps. During a race, acceleration, which is earned through reckless driving such as cornering, near-collisions with traffic and oncoming traffic, can be used to quickly increase the car's speed.