For the next week, we will be counting down to the release of WWE 12. Each day, we will spotlight a different feature of the game. Today, on Day 1, we will begin with a general overview of the game.
7 Days to WWE 12: DAY 1 – GAME OVERVIEW
Here is the fact sheet game overview, courtesy of THQ
WWE® ’12 will celebrate the rebirth of the iconic and authentic simulation franchise through a bigger game, badder presentation and better gameplay than ever before, delivering long-awaited critical improvements to the core gameplay experience, the most creative and extensive feature set to date and a visceral, edgy and polished presentation.
Players will become part of WWE through extensive gameplay advancements, including the brand new Breaking Point submission system, new Attributes and control layout as well as significant improvements to other key gameplay systems. WWE Universe Mode 2.0 will generate new and more impactful elements of unpredictability based on player decisions, while dynamic visual changes to gameplay presentation, including new animations, camera positions, lighting and improved rendering, will set the tone for delivering an exceptional simulation of WWE programming.
WWE ’12 will feature the franchise’s best-in-class creation suite, enabling players to develop and customize their own Superstars, entrances, finishing moves, storylines, Highlight Reels and other all-new capabilities. In addition, the popular Road to WrestleMania Mode will enable players to explore compelling new storylines and major gameplay improvements.
WWE ’12 will also boast one of the largest rosters of WWE Superstars, WWE Divas and WWE Legends in franchise history, including John Cena, Randy Orton, The Miz and the debuting Alberto Del Rio.
Key Features
· PREDATOR TECHNOLOGY™ – Engage in the WWE experience like never before through a dynamic gameplay system that looks, feels and plays better than ever before. The brand new Breaking Point submission system, new Attributes and control layout, as well as major changes to Momentum and Stamina systems make for the best WWE gameplay to date.
· DYNAMIC PRESENTATION – Observe impressive visual changes to gameplay presentation, including new animations, camera positions, lighting arrangements and significantly improved rendering, all delivering an authentic and striking representation of WWE programming.
· WWE UNIVERSE 2.0 – Embrace the virtual WWE experience through new and more impactful elements of unpredictability, as rivalries, alliances, matches and spontaneous action will dramatically evolve based on individual player decisions.
· CREATE AND SHARE – Develop and customize Superstars, entrances, finishing moves, storylines, Highlight Reels and all-new, to-be-announced capabilities in the franchise’s best-in-class creation suite.
· ROAD TO WRESTLEMANIA – Explore in the franchise’s popular story-based mode through compelling new storylines and major gameplay improvements.
· EXTENSIVE ROSTER – Compete with WWE Superstars, WWE Divas and WWE Legends from one of the largest rosters in franchise history, including John Cena, Randy Orton, The Miz and Alberto Del Rio.
Product Specifications
Publisher: THQ
Developer: Yuke’s Yokohama
Category: Fighting/Wrestling
Release: November 22, 2011
Platforms: Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Nintendo Wii
Here is the trailer, featuring Randy Orton
The Countdown continues tomorrow with a look at the roster