Post: WWE '12 - A New Era Of Console Wrestling
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05-31-2011, 08:48 PM
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Source: You must login or register to view this content. // By: KurtTheCanadian // 31st May 2011
As a fellow gamer, I myself took interest in the WWE video game series since the PS2 Era. No longer watching the actual thing on television, I still occasionally turn to Smackdown Vs Raw on the Playstation 3 system. Those who follow the console based version of WWE may have noticed the past few titles did not feature much change from their prior, and this in fact left many disappointed, game release after game release.
Recently announced from THQ and Yukes, the developers of WWE: Smackdown Vs Raw, is the total ‘remake’ of the game itself, which is to be entitled “WWE ‘12”. The next edition is said to feature a whole acclaimed ‘
NA restructure’ in order to provide users with what they truly want, this being realism to its fullest degree.A lucky individual over at IGN had the satisfaction of speculating all of what THQ is now brining to the table. Reports of nothing but positives have arrived back, and therefore displaying promising results for this next particular title release.
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There's a new animation system, new blending methods, something called "Predator Technology" -- basically, they went under the game's hood and ripped out all the old stuff that people hated and plugged in brand new parts to try and make the most fluid wrestling game around.
... People don't warp to the center of the ring for a 5-Knuckle Shuffle and similar moves anymore; the move happens where it happens. The ropes no longer stay awkwardly still during matches; you slam someone and the ring reacts. The tired fonts and menus of old have been ditched for a new setup. Visually, new shaders and tech have been introduced to make the game look better than ever. There's definition to the character's faces instead of the blur there was last year, and depth of field has been introduced to give the brand new arenas weight and realism.
... People don't warp to the center of the ring for a 5-Knuckle Shuffle and similar moves anymore; the move happens where it happens. The ropes no longer stay awkwardly still during matches; you slam someone and the ring reacts. The tired fonts and menus of old have been ditched for a new setup. Visually, new shaders and tech have been introduced to make the game look better than ever. There's definition to the character's faces instead of the blur there was last year, and depth of field has been introduced to give the brand new arenas weight and realism.
Although only minor details to date are known about the game, Randy Orton is to be featured on this years edition. Artificial intelligence is claimed to have been remodeled to provide the best possible opponent, based on skill level and ring habits. An added bonus will be a more in depth Universe mode which will allow users to chose their own road to destiny within the WWE. Also taking a revamp, Road to Wrestlemania will also endure vigorous improvements as developers wish to ensure this years title packs a punch. WWE ’12 will be released in stores Fall 2011.
Love the series or hate it, compliments to THQ and Yukes for trying to revitalize their series.
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06-02-2011, 12:27 AM
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The Low Key OG
still the same OG, but I've been low key
WWE '12 - A New Era Of Button Mashing
06-02-2011, 12:38 AM
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SoLowe
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I'm so glad they've dropped the SmackDown vs. Raw name; like one of the devs said the name doesn't make any sense now. WWE '12, 13', etc., much like the FIFA and Tiger Woods games, makes a lot more sense.
The series has needed a change for long time, now. I haven't played any of them since 2009, and even that I found disappointing and regretted my decision to purchase.
To be honest, I had more fun with WWF Attitude than any other wrestling game. Attitude was awesome and pure fun.
The series has needed a change for long time, now. I haven't played any of them since 2009, and even that I found disappointing and regretted my decision to purchase.
To be honest, I had more fun with WWF Attitude than any other wrestling game. Attitude was awesome and pure fun.
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