GOG (Good Old Games) sells a completely DRM-free version of Dirt 3 that never relied on GFWL. This version:
Cost: ~$9.99 regularly, often $3.99 during sales. Dirt 3 Plaza File Download
The Plaza crack disables GFWL, but that can break certain features: GOG (Good Old Games) sells a completely DRM-free
After testing multiple “Dirt 3 Plaza” downloads across different years (2015, 2018, and a 2022 repack), the verdict is clear: It’s not worth the hassle or risk. Cost: ~$9
If you already own the game (or are willing to buy it), here are safe methods to play Dirt 3 today without resorting to shady Plaza downloads.
However, Codemasters eventually released a Steamworks patch (2015) converting GFWL to Steam achievements/cloud saves, and later the "Complete Edition" on Steam/GOG includes all DLC without DRM issues.
Dirt 3 is still owned by Codemasters (now part of Electronic Arts). Downloading a cracked copy is software piracy, which is illegal in most jurisdictions. While lawsuits against individual downloaders are rare, your ISP may throttle your connection or send warnings if you use torrents without a VPN.