Putting the chaotic full-contact racing front and centre, this latest DiRT Showdown trailer also demonstrates the virtues of the nitrous-injected boost, which gradually recharges over time, giving you the opportunity to get the edge in a head-to-head tussle, ram opponents off the road or grab extra air off ramps or bumps.

Taking in dirt, dust, gravel, sand and snow, you'll be able to deploy your nitrous boost in Career Mode, 8-player online or in 2-player split-screen. There's also a range of modes and party games, including Eliminator, Domination and Race Off, with YouTube support.

Take a look at the new trailer to see DiRT Showdown in action across a range of terrains with the boost button held firmly down. DiRT Showdown will be speeding into stores in May 2012.