WWE WrestleMania XIX: First Screens

THQ have revealed the first screens from their forthcoming WrestleMania update, XIX - see them here, plus details.

The glory lives on in WrestleMania XIX only for GameCube. Featuring real-life Superstar abilities, an enhanced grappling experience and original story mode, players can enact 'Sweet Revenge' on the grandest stage of them all, WrestleMania. Here are some of the game's features, sccording to THQ:

• More Than Forty WWE Superstars: The 2003 roster features a complete list of the top Superstars including Rey Mysterio, Stone Cold Steve Austin, Hulk Hogan and the Rock

• All New Story Mode: Players must restore their favourite WWE Superstar's status through five different environments in 30 unique missions complete with scripted cut-scenes.

• Graphics and Realism: Completely new Superstar models and art direction resulting in more physically detailed Superstars with blood!

• Enhanced Grappling Based Engine: Featuring strong and weak grapples as well as offensive moves from various positions and grapples with extensive counters and reversals.

• Location Specific Damage: Players can wear down their opponents by taking advantage of each Superstar's unique abilities and attributes.

• New Game Modes: Wrestlemania XIX features several new game modes including, "Sweet Revenge, Challenge, ShopZoneTM and a brand new tutorial mode.

• Create-A-Superstar: Choose between a variety of settings including appearances, costumes and moves.

• Presentation: Improved sound, camera angles, technology and special effects better replicating the attitude and style of the WWE brand.

John Gold
Staff writer, Kikizo Games