Another year, another WWE: Smackdown Vs Raw.
Aaron grapples with the 2011 outing of Cena and company…
If you think that was impressive, though, wait until you get your hands on this years grapple-fest.
A key element to the new combat is the much touted use of Havok physics.
Want to Pedigree Jack Swaggers face first into a chair?
Go on, then.
Newcomers should definitely use the training mode, though, as the controls are very complex.
This isnt really a pick up and play game.
Mr Universe
Without a doubt, the most interesting feature included in2011has to be the new WWE Universe mode.
It tracks matches, results, titles and more.
The game uses all of this data to dynamically alter superstar alliances and feuds, rankings and title shots.
If you dont feel like playing a match, you could simulate it for an instant result.
If a wrestler fights matches alongside another superstar and racks up the wins, though, alliances will form.
This is all backed up by an improved interference system.
This was introduced last year, but wasnt all that great in practise.
Sadly, though, while still fun, its all filler and no killer.
Theres little to do while backstage, and superstars have little to say thats worth hearing.
WWE-MMO
Smackdown Vs Rawhas always been popular online, and this year its set to get even more attention.
This is thanks to a couple of things.
Of course, these can all be shared online.
Its a more fluid process and is much better for it.
Spit and polish
I mentioned thatSvR 2011is also about the little things, and this is certainly true.
Visually, the game has received a lot of attention, andSvRhas never looked so good.
Lets not forget the mammoth selection of match types too, something thatSvRhas always been blessed with.
Its not terrible, but should be so much better.
WWE Smackdown Vs Raw 2011is out now andavailable from the Den Of Geek Store.
Rating:
4 out of 5
