Wrestling Video Games (WWE '13)

[Joel]

I'm settled into bed right now with my cat, and we're watching Bret Hart's 3-DVD set. It's been really interesting so far, from watching a ladder match between Bret Hart and Bad News Allen from 1982, to highlights of The Hart Foundation. I'm so looking forward to unlocking Bret Hart now on WWE '12. It's going to be great cause for celebration.

Not to dampen your mood, but Hart isn't in the game.

All is not lost though as there's a few decent looking attempts available for download. I was quite impressed - the only downside being that the gunmetal mask he wears over his new red one can't be implemented - nor his vintage music (I don't think).

You can have wrestlers come out to custom music on your system.

 

[Hunter]

Not to dampen your mood, but Hart isn't in the game.

Thanks for the heads up man. I'll check for CAWs tomorow then.

You can have wrestlers come out to custom music on your system.

What do you mean by 'system'? I know Microsoft are strict in terms of importing music, which may prove troublesome.

 

[Joel]

What do you mean by 'system'? I know Microsoft are strict in terms of importing music, which may prove troublesome.

I just meant the music you have stored on your console. So you could put Kane's new theme on your 360 and use it in the game.

 

[Hunter]

I just meant the music you have stored on your console. So you could put Kane's new theme on your 360 and use it in the game.

Intriguing. Thanks for answering my queries brother.

I can see my own created Superstar having some brilliant theme music now though.

I cannot wait to wake up tomorrow with the day off, and really have some great fun with the game. I'm loving just having exhibition matches so far though. I think the first match tomorrow morning will be; Cody Rhodes (me) vs. Ted DiBiase.

 

[nikos24]

Hunter, does WWE 12 have that feature where you and a friend can become managers on the Raw and Smackdown brands? Basically you get to draft the superstars you want, select the type of matches, pick the feuds, alliances and set up grand pay per views. And whoever has the highest TV ratings at the end of the year will win the Manager of the year award or something like that.

It used to be in previous editions but they removed it. Last edition I believe was in the 08 version. Does WWE12 have it? Any response would be greatly appreciated man.

 

[Hunter]

I've no idea to be honest with you Nikos brother. I've not touched any of the modes except edit mode and exhibition matches. I'm still quite an amateur on the game, having only just got it a few days ago, and having not playing a wrestling game since PS2 days prior to this I believe.

I'm sure Joel will be able to help you though. There is what's called 'WWE Universe' mode though where you essentially choose everything you'd like and play (or watch) as the game progresses, whether you want to recreate WCW shows, include WCW wrestlers, there's so much customisation for WWE Universe mode I believe. As for two seperate 'managers' battling it out for an end of year award, I doubt it's included, but I wouldn't be able to say for certain.

 

[Joel]

General Manager Mode - No it's not in the game.

WWE Universe is a bit similar, but it doesn't have the ratings war aspect.

 

[Sho]

Hunter, does WWE 12 have that feature where you and a friend can become managers on the Raw and Smackdown brands? Basically you get to draft the superstars you want, select the type of matches, pick the feuds, alliances and set up grand pay per views. And whoever has the highest TV ratings at the end of the year will win the Manager of the year award or something like that.

It used to be in previous editions but they removed it. Last edition I believe was in the 08 version. Does WWE12 have it? Any response would be greatly appreciated man.

It's been ditched.

 

[Hunter]

I'm having a majorly frustrating time trying to get custom entrance music onto this game. I think it's probably due to Microsoft being incredibly tight when it comes to media sharing. I hope someone can help me here, as I'd love some of my songs from my laptop transferred into WWE '12.

 

[Original?]

This shit worth it for an old school wrestling fan? For example, can you pull out a piledriver two seconds into the match? Bear in mind, No Mercy was in my opinion the best wrestling game made, SmackDown was good but got worse each game. Warzone was awesome as well, back when pulling off big moves meant big combos!

 

[Bish]

The only reason I play it is to use old school wrestlers and rings I've downloaded. It's not at No Mercy level but it's the best they've offered for years and you do get some good matches going.

 

[Joel]

I'm having a majorly frustrating time trying to get custom entrance music onto this game. I think it's probably due to Microsoft being incredibly tight when it comes to media sharing. I hope someone can help me here, as I'd love some of my songs from my laptop transferred into WWE '12.

I play on PS3, so I'm not 100% sure, but I heard for 360 you have to burn the songs you want on a CD, then export them from that to your 360 and then stream them in the game or something.

This shit worth it for an old school wrestling fan? For example, can you pull out a piledriver two seconds into the match? Bear in mind, No Mercy was in my opinion the best wrestling game made, SmackDown was good but got worse each game. Warzone was awesome as well, back when pulling off big moves meant big combos!

Warzone! When you did the taunts they would talk trash

I've played every Smackdown game, so for me this is a big improvement due to the last few being shite.

I think Bishop's opinion would be better here for you, as he didn't like the Smckdown games at all, hates the current wrestling product, but he has been playing this game.

Edit: Bish ninja'd me.

 

[Hunter]

I play on PS3, so I'm not 100% sure, but I heard for 360 you have to burn the songs you want on a CD, then export them from that to your 360 and then stream them in the game or something.

Yeah, I've heard similar before. It's really unfortunate as it does hinder the 'show' of these entrances. I would have absolutely loved to have seen Bad Ass Billy Gunn strut down to the ring with his 'I've Got It All' theme song in the background.

I can't wait for the Legends DLC coming out very soon too.

This shit worth it for an old school wrestling fan? For example, can you pull out a piledriver two seconds into the match? Bear in mind, No Mercy was in my opinion the best wrestling game made, SmackDown was good but got worse each game. Warzone was awesome as well, back when pulling off big moves meant big combos!

I wasn't fortunate enough to play No Mercy when younger, and probably like yourself, I've not played a wrestling game in many years. I think the last wrestling game I'd bought prior to WWE '12 was maybe Smackdown Here Comes The Pain. I occasionally downloaded demos from the Smackdown vs. Raw series over the years, but never felt enough effort was put into them to be worth my money.

I can't speak in terms of longevity yet of course, but as far as gameplay goes, WWE '12 is brilliant in my opinion. There's still some problems with online servers I think, but apart from this and the odd minor issue (such as not being able to climb onto the announce table, and little things like this), the gameplay itself is so fun that you'll happily put the minor problems to the back of your mind. I've not touched any of the big modes yet, as I've only been having Singles matches the last couple of days - and having a blast. The lack of HUD in the way of stamina and momentum gauges is nice, and the inclusion of various TV camera angles that alternate throughout the match make for a wonderfully cinematic presentation - I don't even focus so much on winning, but primarily creating art and a wonderful match.

I toyed with the decision whether to ask for it for Christmas, but I'm more than glad I did get it (the present actually got lost in the post, so I bought it a few days after Christmas). :lol:

I'd encourage you to give WWE '12 a chance. It looks quite good, but it plays very good.

The Hut are also selling the edition with The Rock DLC for just £24.95 now also (on PS3 and Xbox 360). I got mine from there and received it within 2 days. I remember when The Hut used to take up to 5 days to deliver an item usually. It's obvious that they're really stepping their game up now, which is nice of course.

 

[Hunter]

In terms of match length, how long does everyone's matches usually seem to last out of curiosity?

 

[Joel]

Probably around 5-10 minutes (on legendary).

 

[Hunter]

I'm only playing on Normal still - although I will increase it to Hard tomorrow I think - but all of my matches seem to be lasting between 5-7 minutes.

It's just a bit of a shame that we can't really extend them to even 30+ minutes, as gruelling as it sounds. It would be nice if we could opt to really decrease the damage, effectively making matches last a little bit longer. I understand we can alter the momentum bar charge speed - of which I usually change to 'slow' in the hope of prolonging the matches.

EDIT: I've just had a wonderful match against Triple H, fighting as CM Punk in a 20 minute Iron Man match. It was certainly gruelling, but it took 9 minutes for the first pinfall to be made. There was a story being told for sure. It was back and forth. There was finishers. There was finisher reverals. There was near falls. There was fighting on the outside of the ring. I won 5-3. I very nearly won 6 falls to 3 as I managed to hit the GTS with seconds to spare. I'd have probably earned the fall if the referee managed to get down to count fast enough. That was my favourite match I've had so far for sure.

On another note - how do I change the attributes of the existing WWE Superstars? I want to increase the stats just slightly of Daniel Bryan, Zack Ryder and Dolph Ziggler.

 

[muscularmatt]

The fucking blu ray drive has gone in my PS3. FML.

 

[Hunter]

The fucking blu ray drive has gone in my PS3. FML.

Is your PS3 in warranty/able to be repaired for free?

 

[muscularmatt]

Awww hell no. I've had it for like four years, and it's had YLOD twice. I've had it apart more time than I care to remember for the network card, controller sync problems, etc. I think it's just riddled with cancer.

How cheaply can I get a Slim these days??

 

[Hunter]

The cheapest I can seem to find online is on Amazon for £189 (Slim, 160GB).

GAME are selling it with a top game for £189 online, but they're out of stock. It might be worth ringing your local to see if they offer the very same deal (including say Battlefield 3 or FIFA 12 - of which you can keep or sell on eBay).