Nintendo seems to have a knack in getting exclusive WWE games for its GameCube console and a details of a new one have just been released. THQ and JAKKS Pacific announced "WWE Day of Reckoning" based on the World Wrestling Entertainment license. WWE Day of Reckoning features all the action, excitement and attitude of World Wrestling Entertainment and is designed exclusively for the Nintendo GameCube. THQ and JAKKS' World Wrestling Entertainment licensed videogames have sold more than USD 527 million worldwide since 1999. WWE Day of Reckoning is scheduled for release in Fall 2004.
WWE titles for the Nintendo GameCube have consistently been top sellers in the WWE video game franchise, and we expect WWE Day of Reckoning will be another strong title in the franchise, commented Nelo Lucich, vice president of interactive, JAKKS Pacific. With new storylines, a create-a-superstar feature and several first-timers added to the roster, we believe WWE fans won't be disappointed with Day of Reckoning.
Developed by Yuke's Co., Ltd. of Japan, WWE Day of Reckoning features more than 40 WWE Superstars including Kurt Angle, Chris Benoit and Triple H. The game also showcases several new WWE Superstars including John Cena and Randy Orten, giving WWE Day of Reckoning a massive stable of overall talent. WWE Day of Reckoning includes a completely original story mode filled with deception and betrayal, entitled School of Hard Knocks. Players can create a Superstar and work their way up the "minor leagues" of sports entertainment and graduate to WWE programming by competing against established WWE Superstars. Additional features include Bra & Panties Match with WWE Divas and WWE Legends, two features available for the first time on the Nintendo GameCube. WWE Day of Reckoning also features strong and weak grapples with an all-new submission system as well as realistic reversals and Superstar finishers.