The real-life AEW roster is full of interesting characters who are just as good on the mic as they are in the ring. With that approach in mind, Fight Forever could call back to many of the promotion’s more out-there matches (Stadium Stampede, anyone?), along with more off-the-cuff commentary and wild backstage segments that mirror TV program’s unpredictable nature. Plus, it’s targeting pick-up-and-play style arcade gameplay instead of trying to be a realistic simulation. The game already sort of looks the part, with far more cartoonish character models and its wild mini-game types. WWE hasn’t completely ditched its silliness, but considering the real-life products, AEW: Fight Forever has a major opportunity to stand apart by taking itself less seriously. AEW features absurd match types, with blood, as well as ridiculous segments such as The Acclaimed “ cementing their legacy” in Los Angeles. In recent years, WWE has felt a little sterile, especially as it moved away from its TV-14 rating. The overall AEW product is oftentimes looser - and even a little sillier - than WWE. Embrace the silliness Image used with permission by copyright holder Here are just five ways AEW: Fight Forever could stand out from - or even surpass - the upcoming WWE 2K23. Though to do that, it’ll need to set itself apart from its rival. WWE 2K23 was reviewed on PS5 with a code provided by the publisher.With all that talent in its corner, AEW’s debut console game could potentially clear the ring out once it’s tagged in. ![]() ![]() So long as its annual focus doesn't become milking fans for cash, long after its WrestleMania release date. This series looks set for a strong run on PS5 and Xbox Series X. The new match enhancements deliver, its myriad modes will keep you hooked throughout the year, and the WWE 2K23 roster is well-rounded too – with loads of surprise NXT additions such as Grayson Waller and Nikkita Lyons to bolster more celebrated names. Nonetheless, WWE 2K23 is a return to form, even with MyFaction muddying the waters. But an owner should be able to use it across all other modes. If 2K wants to add bespoke gimmicks to a specific MyFaction card, fine. This doesn't feel right – imagine if FIFA or Madden started locking roster updates to MUT or FUT. Not only is it doing so again this year, it's promising this mode as the only way to stay up to date with onscreen gimmick changes. During the latter stages of WWE 2K22, Visual Concepts began dropping alternate looks for wrestlers, exclusive to that mode. Across the coming year fans are going to shell out hundreds of pounds or dollars chasing special versions of The Rock or Undertaker, for a game whose Icon edition already cost £104.99/$119.99. You either find them in packs, or pay a set price from the in-game Store. The addition of online matches ensures a race to get the top cards – but, unlike FIFA, there's no market or auction house for you to buy and sell. The structure is solid, and opening packs to unearth wrestlers, managers, nameplates, and logos proves as fun as you'd expect if you're a regular FIFA 23 player. You collect cards, build teams of four, then take them into Towers, Live Events and other challenges against the AI. Solid as these inclusions are, Visuals Concepts is determined to funnel players into MyFaction – the equivalent of Ultimate Team from EA's FIFA series. As well as matches, you direct cutscenes: specifying that you want one star to cheap-shot another before a match, or have two opponents show mutual respect after. And Universe mode, in which you run every show, contains one massive improvement. MyGM is bolstered by a swathe of new options such as four-way play and secondary titles. The bouts are great – the dirge soundtrack in place of commentary less so. In a neat twist, they're all losses! In this way you unlock Rob Van Dam, Kurt Angle, and assorted arenas. ![]() It's based around John Cena, with candid interviews discussing the biggest matches of his career. You won't be playing Showcase for as long as MyRise, but it deserves praise too.
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