Stuntman: Ignition , a game inspired by the original Stuntman from 2002, puts players in the role of a Hollywood stunt driver working for a movie studio. Each level is based on a movie and requires players to drive through it, earning points by performing stunts. After completing each level, players can review their performance by watching the movie trailer created.
The game features six movies to choose from, each with unique settings, goals, and challenges: Aftershock, Whoopin and a Hollerin' II, Strike Force Omega, Overdrive, Never Kill Me Again, and Night Avenger. Each movie consists of 6 scenes where the director's objectives must be met. To progress, players need to successfully complete stunts, but can earn more points by linking them together and adding extra danger by drifting, getting airborne, or getting close to other cars and obstacles.
The multiplayer mode offers two game modes: Backlot Battle and Backlot Race. In Backlot Battle, players must perform as many stunts as possible within a set amount of laps. Backlot Race involves straightforward racing where boost is earned through stunts. The Xbox 360 version includes multiplayer supported by the DemonWare middleware.