UFC: Tapout 2

Having trouble paying for a Pay-Per-View UFC event? Pay a little less for UFC: Tapout 2, and you?ll get a better experience.

UFC: Tapout 2 is a solid sequel and a well-rounded brawler. The latest showing of this brutally realistic fighter franchise proves that this series can go the distance, despite its rollercoaster ride on other systems.

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For the non-confrontational types, Ultimate Fighting Championship has top-ranked fighters from all disciplines strutting their stuff against each other in an octagonal ring. Rounds can get bloody and sometimes brutal to watch, which is why the sport can only be seen on Pay-Per-View or in a video game.

The most impressive feature in Tapout 2 is the redesigned visuals. Dream Factory chose to completely redo the graphics to make them look more life-like and as authentic as the real deal. The fighters still show off all of their scars and tattoos, but now they move and fight as they do in real life. Even the shadow effects inside the ring are an improvement over the first Tapout.

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Tapout 2 stars over 35 hard-hitting bruisers, each with his own set of moves, including gut-busting standing attacks and bone-crushing grapple holds. Executing your offensive moves isn?t tough, but your fingers may find them repetitious. A familiar button setup enables simple maneuvers and combos for all characters using the same button presses. Still, there?s plenty of fighting strategy to draw up for even the most timid pug; just be sure to change the bland music as soon as the game starts.

The Xbox finally wins a round. With a lackluster lineup of average to less-than-average fighting games, the system needed a boost in the ring?fortunately UFC: Tapout 2 will help it get back on its feet.

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