WWE Raw 2

Never has a wrestling game had a more appropriate title.

If there?s ever been an argument for the unification of THQ?s WWE games across platforms, Raw 2 would probably seal the deal. The game?s not terrible?its Season mode gives you more control over the evolving storyline than any other WWE game before?but actually playing the game feels like the industry has devolved to the days when games could be exciting just for being wrestling games. Aside from its nice but dull looks and the neat customization options in the Create A Superstar mode, Raw 2 is a step backward in wrestling game quality.

For Xbox-owning WWE fans, Raw 2 has tons of superstars and match types, and WWE fans are known for being forgiving of poor gameplay if these other aspects are around. The four-player Season mode lacks polish and could use a few more months of work, but if you?re looking for a WWE experience with your friends, you could do worse than Raw 2. The biggest problem with the Season mode is that you can?t skip your own matches; the options to stage surprise attacks on rivals, encourage friendly wrestlers to do well, and call out opponents for matches make for intriguing behind-the-scenes mindgames that would have flourished in a game with a competent fighting system.

In fact, the Season mode is pretty much the only thing keeping this lump of disappointment afloat. There are much better wrestling games out there than this, and the WWE shows are on several times each week if you need to get your manly soap-opera fix.

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