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Post by mck on Jul 29, 2007 20:09:00 GMT -5
Is it worth buying?
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TooShort4
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Post by TooShort4 on Jul 29, 2007 20:12:08 GMT -5
For its price, $14.99, yes.
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Post by Mr. PerpetuaLynch Motion on Jul 29, 2007 20:21:14 GMT -5
I would say no... I just didn't find it really THAT fun... It was good for a laugh and the whole going backstage after a match and beating the crap out of your opponent after was mildly entertaining as was doing your own entrance with taunts and everything...
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Post by ddpbang on Jul 29, 2007 20:29:00 GMT -5
What is this..Wrestling Encore?
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Post by OverTheEdge on Jul 29, 2007 20:31:05 GMT -5
You're better off not knowing.
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Post by Dwight on Jul 29, 2007 20:52:50 GMT -5
I would say no. I've played it and its not all its cracked up to me. I mean i guess if you ever get bored enough and want to play something like that, its a pretty cool thing. But I got tired of it after a few days as I found it to be pretty annoying.
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Post by dc89 on Jul 29, 2007 21:09:02 GMT -5
The Name Game As the rather ominous title suggests, this project seems intent on drawing a line under something. Whether it's the wrestling genre or my entire career remains to be seen, but one of us is returning to the spotlight for the final time! The good thing about such bold ultimatums (in any walk of life) is that it brings out your best work, and this project is no exception. The very thought that this could be my last chance to realize my vision has inspired me to leave no stone unturned. From the concept and gameplay through to the graphics and presentation, every inch of this project has been meticulously crafted as if my life depends on it. We're fighting for the World title this time - and as you'll see over the following paragraphs, we've come prepared to win...
Lord Of The Rings The most striking thing about this new instalment is that it has enjoyed a graphical overhaul. From the characters to the world itself, almost every inch of the game has been rebuilt from scratch to look better than ever before. Naturally, the revolution started in the ring - which is not only 10% bigger, but also features improved modelling and texturing on the corner posts, buckles, and ropes. The latter even benefit from improved animations that cause them to bend exactly where contact was made! Even though it would have been easy to import the originals, the aprons, canvases, and floor mats also use new and improved textures to complete the transition...
Behind The Scenes Even the lesser seen backstage areas are looking better than ever. The attention to detail from Popcorn's film sets has seeped into this game - with convincing doorways adorning the walls, complete with signs and decorative pictures. The locker room area even boasts a small TV monitor looking out of the corner, which animates as surely as the main video screen! However, the most significant change is that the backstage area is indeed one huge area (rather than the separate rooms of last time). I felt it would be much easier to navigate one large space (for both the camera and the wrestlers) - which, at the end of the day, makes it a more satisfying place to be...
View To A Kill What makes these new locations look and feel even better is the new and improved camera system, which owes more to Wrecked than the previous wrestling games. It uses the same pinpoint precision that ensures the camera smoothly glides to its target location. It even takes things one step further with a variable point of focus - which basically means it gradually follows a wrestler's current location instead of rigidly jerking from one place to another. The system is also accompanied by a new and improved selection of camera angles - including the best "Bird's Eye" view yet, a vomit-inducingly realistic "First-Person" perspective, and a sublime "Spontaneous" setting for those comfortable with the controls! Even the rather commonplace "Head Shot" used for promos benefits from always trying to face the speaker...
Sonic Boom My notoriously bad sound effects have even been stepped up to compliment this improved presentation! From the crowd to the impacts, practically every single effect has been re-mastered to sound sharper and more grandiose - and where possible, provided at a decent quality to keep those improvements intact. Perfectionists will still find a lot to criticize, but it's definitely a step in the right direction. The re-mastered files are even filtered through a new "3D sound" system that emits them at different volumes depending on their whereabouts. As in real life, those movements that are close to the camera do indeed sound close - while those occurring far away are barely audible! It's a godsend for busy matches, because you no longer have to hear the antics of wrestlers that are on the other side of the arena...
Enter The Sandman The improved sound even extends to the music. The old game only had a handful of quality tracks, but this one has over 20 of them (with a further 20 lesser ones padding out the selection). Most are simply old tunes provided at a better quality, but some are brand new - not least the theme songs from the Tour Of Duty games! Although it's not advised, there's even the possibility to add your own with the same file counting system that the costumes enjoy. Not only are these themes provided at a better quality, but they've also been subjected to an atmospheric effect that makes them sound as if they're reverberating around a real hall. It's a subtle change, but it does suit the occasion! Speaking of entrances, you can also enjoy a slightly improved lighting system (and a vastly extended selection) - which now gradually blends from one colour to the other rather than jumping around instantly...
New Year's Resolution The never-ending catalogue of presentation improvements culminates with some great news about resolution. Along with Wrecked, this game is one of the first to be designed to employ the chosen resolution at all times. The menu screens have been carefully created to accommodate any setting, so they no longer have to revert after each match! In fact, it's actively encouraged that you push the game to its limit and load it up in the best resolution you can. The default 800x600 setting is simply a safety net. A sharper resolution will show every single image at its best - not least the labels that float above a character's head and help you make sense of the action. They too have been redrawn from scratch to look better. There's even a new one in the form of a "1-2-3" count that gives you a visual reference to accompany the referee's voice. These labels even work better too - with a new system that makes them face the camera at all times...
Uncharted Territory Of course, all these aesthetic improvements would mean nothing if they didn't contribute to the gameplay - and that's exactly what they do! Not only does the ring look better, but it works better too. Climbing in and out of the ring now involves stepping onto the apron first - where you're free to continue exploring and attacking as usual. There are even dedicated grappling moves for dragging an opponent in or out of the ring based on their apron status! If your opponent is down on the outside, you can even use the apron as a makeshift platform for launching flying attacks. And with particularly agile characters, it's even possible to launch a running topé from the inside over to the outside! Naturally, this new apron gameplay also affects ring-out's - which can often result in a tumble out to the apron rather than falling all the way down to the floor. It certainly makes Battle Royals less predictable!
Buckle Up The level of interaction attributed to the ring also applies to the turnbuckles now as well. The improved apron access allows you to climb them from either side - as well diagonally from the inside as before. It makes the process much more practical, and therefore more common. However, the most significant development is that you can now whip opponents into the buckles and have them slump in the corner. A nice little detail is that you can even unfasten the buckles to expose the steel underneath, and make those impacts even more painful! But of course, what good would corner slumps be if you couldn't run over there and take advantage a grappling move? Under this new "anything goes" regime, that's exactly what you can do - and there are at least half a dozen options at a wrestler's disposal. As in real life, these range from attacking combinations to full-blown moves like the "Superplex" - and they're all welcome additions to the action...
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Post by mattoriginal on Jul 29, 2007 22:05:51 GMT -5
I would, as a new mod called TWC3 just came out. It has real wrestlers, etc. etc. Plus creating your own gears kinda fun. I say get it.
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Post by Mr. PerpetuaLynch Motion on Jul 29, 2007 22:30:09 GMT -5
I would, as a new mod called TWC3 just came out. It has real wrestlers, etc. etc. Plus creating your own gears kinda fun. I say get it. Where do I look for this?
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Post by mattoriginal on Jul 29, 2007 23:26:42 GMT -5
www.mpiremall.netI recently posted a audio pack. There is also a 98-99 pack. So all and all defintly for 15 bucks get.
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Post by Mr. PerpetuaLynch Motion on Jul 30, 2007 0:01:06 GMT -5
www.mpiremall.netI recently posted a audio pack. There is also a 98-99 pack. So all and all defintly for 15 bucks get. How is it for Theme songs? does it just use the default themes already on the game?
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Post by robby.blade on Jul 30, 2007 0:10:15 GMT -5
No. I got the trial once and it was pretty intellectually- disabled.
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Post by Erdrtyu on Jul 30, 2007 0:41:38 GMT -5
That game was wierd when I played it. I didn't know how, so I got beat every week, then I got signed to some Lucha Fed, then the week after that the signing, the Manager or whatever already wanted to fire me. So I said, im going to stay, and he got all mad at me, and said it's kids like you who don't understand money, of something. Then, I became a heel, guys started to cut promos on me, and the trial ran out. I would like to play it again, though. So, I would say get it, and where can you buy it?
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Post by Nitro on Jul 30, 2007 4:16:21 GMT -5
i found the trial pretty addictive at first
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Post by mattoriginal on Jul 30, 2007 5:30:28 GMT -5
www.mpiremall.netI recently posted a audio pack. There is also a 98-99 pack. So all and all defintly for 15 bucks get. How is it for Theme songs? does it just use the default themes already on the game? actual themes. I've used Roode's, Koboshi's, And my own custom song(Pink Floyd's Run Like Hell')
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Post by foshizzle on Aug 1, 2007 20:35:32 GMT -5
:)Anyone have a link to the third one (demo)? Will give +2
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Post by mattoriginal on Aug 1, 2007 23:12:49 GMT -5
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Post by coolguylol on Aug 1, 2007 23:59:40 GMT -5
^ Yeah that really helped him.
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Post by simosimo on Aug 2, 2007 16:37:20 GMT -5
Wrestling encore is a gem. I'm one of the founders of www.mpiremall.net , a fansite, and home of the TWC3 patch. I've followed MDickies games for years. I don't stick around much because I'm doing other things, but the work load is immense at the mall, and i'm proud of the community for what they've done. Low down on Wrestling encore: HUGE fictional roster, custom matches, able to change stipulations, cage on/off, over the rope , first blood, knockout, 2-30 men in a match at once (yes 30 men brawls are possible). 50 weapons and items in a match, a good thing for hardcore fans. Career mode, addictive style. Even better if you get the TWC3 patch for encore. Bang upto date REAL roster, tna, roh, wwe ovw. Just plain fun. I'll take some shots soon......
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Post by gregthebunny on Aug 2, 2007 17:16:48 GMT -5
I haven't dusted off my copy of the game in quite some time.
I didn't even realize the whole texture modding thing was around for this.
I just signed up for your site. lol
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