WWE '12 Video Game Discussion

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[No More Sorrow]

Can't Fn wait for this game.

 

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[Crippler]

why is shawn in his old ring gear, his comeback is pretty epic.

cole's entrance is the GOAT

JR's finisher

 

[PHX]

No way am I gonna pay money to download Cole. If he;s free I'd just use him to beat him up honestly.

And glad HBK got his old attire thought I think they have his recent one in the game already too. Wish they would have put Hall and X-Pac in the game to have the full Kliq.

 

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From wwe.thq.com:

We've got the cure for your Raw hangover. You want more Superstars? Well, you've got 'em! DLC Pack #1 Reveal for WWE '12 has now commenced.

Pricing and Release Details

Each item will be 80 Microsoft Points, or $0.99 on PSN
Purchase Fan Axxess again this year (960 Microsoft Points, or $11.99 on PSN) which guarantees you all of the DLC released with ovr 25% total savings.
DLC Pack #1 will be released shortly after launch of Nov 22nd


Shawn Michaels (97' Survivor Series Attire)

After WrestleMania XXVI, "The Heartbreak Kid" Shawn Michaels announced one last time, that he'd "left the building." Well, that's not entirely true. HBK himself wanted me, "The Hammer," to personally announce that in WWE '12, "Shawn Michaels is BACK in the building." Only this time, it's in DLC Pack #1. That's not all, though. It's his '97 Survivor Series attire (well, kind of. The hearts aren't filled in black). Are you serious, bro? Check it out!

P.S. - If you haven't purchased the Shawn vs Bret DVD yet, you should. It's a masterpiece.

Jerry Lawler

WWE '12 goes south, as "The King" is back in a WWE game. Relive the epic Raw ladder match between The Miz and Lawler if you'd like. Pull Lawler away from the announce booth, and into the ring anytime you want in WWE Universe.

Jim Ross and Michael Cole (WrestleMania XXVII Attire)

How fitting is this after last night's Raw? These two play by play announcers are complete polar opposites, yet have been tied together for the better part of 4 months. Good 'ol J.R. is a WWE Hall of Famer, and that's really all that needs to be said. Michael Cole, however, is either the scum of the earth, or that sarcastic (but funny) prick that each of us has in our lives. It depends on how you look at him. Anyway, These two being included in the DLC pack is a win/win for fans everywhere. Get revenge for J.R., by stomping a BBQ-lathered mudhole in Cole, or continue the rib (BBQ), and keep eating away at the Sooner's soul. The choice is yours -- ah, choices!

Road Warriors Alternate Attire

Before they were the "Legion of Doom," they were already the most successful tag team in all of sports entertainment as "The Road Warriors." Animal and Hawk will be in their all too comfortable Road Warrior black with silver spikes attire from their NWA days, for DLC Pack #1 in WWE '12. What a rush, indeed.

Christian & Edge Tag-Team Attire

Ah, the days when things were much simpler. Christian wasn't whining about "one more match," and Edge was pre-back injury. "Glory Days" by Mellencamp is ringing in my head right now. Edge and Christian as the Edge & Christian tha we all grew up on is back in WWE '12. You won't want to miss the chance to reunite this duo in your WWE Universe. 5 second poses for everyone!

What do you think of the revealed Superstars (and attires) for DLC Pack #1? We have more to come on Thursday, so if you didn't see the Superstar, Diva, or attire that you were looking for, there's still hope. Let me know your thoughts on Twitter @stephensonmc. I'll see all of you back here on Thursday for the DLC Pack #2 roster reveal.

- "The Hammer" @stephensonmc

 

[rhetts jetski]

Randy Savage & Mick Foley were also confirmed by WWE Magazine. Very excited that Macho Man made it in.

 

[PHX]

Hope they add in HBK's entrance attire and the gloves to compete it.

Didn't hear about Savage but awesome to hear. Wish they could get Owen in there as well but we know the story on that.

 

[Crippler]

old school E&C fuck yeah

 

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Brodus Clay in as DLC

 

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wwe.thq.com

Inside WWE '12 Universe Mode - Part 1

Oh WWE Universe, we had such a love/hate relationship last year. On one hand, you did so many things right. The cutscenes that trigger events, Superstars/Divas changing shows or developing feuds and alliances with others, and most of all, the ability to follow along with the real WWE calendar. Ultimately, we gave you the choice to do whatever you wanted.

On the other hand, it didn't quite work out that way. Like most new features built in this business, year one was a foundation for a brighter future, not a one-off for SVR '11. WWE '12 is that next step. Our development team really has a gem this year with this mode. Why? Because YOUR feedback directly influenced the direction it took. Those surveys that we released last year 100% played a part in what we did with this feature moving forward. We knew what the general evolution of the mode would be after SVR '11, but you guys helped us fill in the cracks with details. Thanks for that.

(YOU MUST READ THIS) This is just Part 1 of a two-part series, as we take you inside WWE '12's Universe mode. If after you've read this, and you still have a detailed question about Universe mode this year that you'd like answered, then follow @WWEgames on Twitter, and submit a question FOR UNIVERSE MODE ONLY with the hashtag "#WWE12Universe." We'll then take all of the questions submitted, and answer them in Part 2 on THURSDAY. Ok, you can read on now.

So, where do we begin to talk about WWE '12's Universe mode this year? I think I'll start with the most highly requested feature from any community that I've ever worked with. Seriously, you guys shouted from the rooftops on this one. When we first revealed Universe mode last year, this may have been the first question you had asked. It's safe to say that we got the message loud and clear...

Championship Match Control

In SVR '11, the monthly pay-per-view was the designated championship day on your Universe calendar. In WWE '12, that's no longer the case. Not only can you have championship matches on Raw, SmackDown, PPVs, or hell, even Superstars, but you can have one whenever you see fit. Want to make Zack Ryder vs Ziggler on Raw a U.S. title match? Do it, broski! You asked for it, and we delivered. Community feedback towards development at it's best.

Another one of our most requested features for Universe mode this year, was the inclusion of the annual WWE Draft. Well, here it is:

WWE Draft

After WrestleMania in your WWE Universe, you'll now have the opportunity to experience the excitement of the WWE Draft in all it's glory. If you're like me, then you could use the shakeup of your roster after year's end in Universe. Sure, we give you the ability to switch brands on your own, but let us give it a spin for a nice change-up. Plus, it's the WWE DRAFT!

We said it last year, and we meant it, but like most evolved features, it really rings true with Universe mode in WWE '12. You really feel like there is a living, breathing world around you this year. Don't believe me? Keep reading.

Storylines

A lot of the storylines in your Universe mode last year mostly relied on your own imagination. If there wasn't a cutscene for a situation, you depended on the news feed. This year, though, storylines will spawn from multiple areas. Relationships that you develop throughout your Universe, new Superstars or Divas entering, and other decisions that you're able to make will directly dictate the direction of your storylines. Replicate current programming, or branch off from reality. The choice is yours this year, but be careful, there are consequences for your actions.

Did I mention you can interfere in matches? Check these screens out:

I personally always like to match programming in my Universe, so the in-mode presentation is crucial for me to truly get sucked in.

Streamlined Match-Flow TV-Style Presentation

This year in WWE '12's Universe mode, you're really going to get a true sense of what it's like to play through a seamlessly integrated show. Instead of forcing you out to the Universe hub after every match like we did last year, you'll now have the option to continue on to the next match on the card after you've completed your current one. The in-mode presentation will then display the matchup overlay like they do on TV, and the entrances will commence.

Furthermore, if you're at a show's end, you'll have the option to continue to the next show. What's cool though, is that you'll see the show's opening pyro and hear the music. And what's even COOLER than that, is the opening pyro and music will transition into the first participant in the initial match on the card's entrance music. No loading, it just happens. Dope, I know.

Injuries

We had the cutscenes that implicated that a Superstar or Diva was injured in last year's game, but this year they mean something. Yes, we have injuries in Universe mode (Heaven voice: AHHHHHHH). We're also giving you the power to produce injuries, by hitting numerous finishers on an opponent, or devastating weapon strikes. But that would mean that you're a sick individual, right? Celebrate! You can now "Nash" Triple H with... Kevin Nash!

Momentum

In SVR '11, we wanted each show on your calendar to have a backstory, or a sense of buildup to them. This year, though, we come that much closer to fully realizing that vision. Momentum from wins or losses will now be carried over from show to show for a Superstar or Diva. If John Morrison is on a big losing streak in your Universe like he is on Raw, his attributes will drop. A Superstar's or Diva's results in the ring over time, will add up and impact their performance in the present. Pretty cool, eh?

We know that most of you are very creative in what you do with these games. We also heard that feedback loud and clear last year with how you wanted to control your own Universe mode. Check this out.

Create-A-Show

I'll jump right into this one. This year, you can replace any existing show on your WWE Universe calendar with one of your own. Using our new Create-An-Arena feature, you can now create your own show. To round out this experience, you can also designate your own titles and Superstars/Divas for your created show (including CAS). AWA, WCW, and ECW? The possibilities are endless. You're welcome.

I'm out of breath. Do you like what you see? I know, you want more details. I'll tell you what, consider this my bone to all of you. Ask detailed, specific WWE '12 Universe mode questions through our Twitter account, @WWEgames, and I'll devote THURSDAY's Part 2 of Inside WWE '12 Universe mode, entirely to answering your questions.

What are you waiting for? Start asking, and I'll see you back here on Thursday.

- Marcus "The Hammer" Stephenson (@stephensonmc)

 

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Good lord WWE universe mode sounds amazing and something I' am gonna spend a lot of time on. They revamped it beyond what I thought they would.

 

[OMR]

Batista is in the game

 

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[PHX]

Barely noticed the WCW spraypaint on the belt. That looks pretty cool.

Wish they would get into create a wrestler though on if they made any drastic changes to that.