[4] The player is entered in a series of "Tour" events, offering a range of races and tournaments to compete in.

Winning these events gives the player prize money, which can be spent buying new cars or upgrading existing ones, and unlocks further races.

Upon the successful completion of the series final, the next difficulty setting is unlocked, featuring faster opponents and longer races.

The official gameplay trailer featured the song "Mother of Girl" by Eighteen Nightmares at the Lux.

PC Gamer wrote: "Dirt: Showdown provides thrills while it lasts, but afterwards you're left wanting the deeper experience of its parents".