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The Indiana Daily Student

Down for the three count, brother!

From Macho Man Randy Savage to Hulk Hogan to the Ultimate Warrior, all the classic wrestling superstars make up the roster of this game. In total, the game comes with more than 70 superstars from all eras of wrestling. \n"Showdown: Legends of Wrestling" is a drastic improvement over its two predecessors, complete with better graphics, an improved grappling system and faster action, but the game has its flaws. The problems with the game go beyond the usual clipping troubles of wrestling games, as wrestlers will sometimes teleport across the ring while executing moves. Also, with such a large roster, the game's commentary begins to repeat itself by the second match with the same character.\nThere are three modes of play: Quick Play, Match Play and Showdown Challenge. Each of these modes are essentially the same with the Showdown Challenge providing a lackluster storyline of wrestling through the ages. \nOne of the best features of "Legends of Wrestling 2" were the wrestler interviews, but they did not make it into this rendition. In its place, the legendary Brett "The Hitman" Hart provides the voiceover to a rather feeble tutorial system. \nHowever, if you grew up bodyslamming Wrestling Buddies and watching Hulk Hogan's "Rock 'n' Wrestling" every Saturday morning, then this is the game for you. All others need not apply.

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