Critic Reviews
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Games Radar UK (Pre-2006)
A fantastically comprehensive and playable wrestling sim - if it's actually possible to simulate something that isn't 'real' in the first place.
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Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
Infinite playability and attention to the he-men details make this a treat. [Mar 2002, p.34]
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Hot Games
One of the best wrestlers on the PlayStation, Smackdown 2 puts all the other jabronis to shame with its quick action, cool graphics, and exciting game play.
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Antagonist
Caustic 3:16 says Smackdown! 2 will whip your ass.
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PSX Nation
WWF Smackdown 2 know's its role and that is the best wrestler on the PSX.
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Da Gameboyz
What more can I say, this game is amazing.
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GamePro
A huge arsenal of moves and a ridiculous number options - some great, some not so great - add tons of replay value and make Smackdown 2, making it a virtual no-brainer for wrestling fans.
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Happy Puppy
Realistic season mode, improved graphics, and all of the WWF drama that you could wish for in a console game.
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IGN
Clearly the best wrestling game on the PlayStation and packing a feature set much larger and well-rounded than the original Smackdown.
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GameSpot
The solid gameplay from the first game is there, and the game has more than enough modes to keep you entertained, but overall, WWF SmackDown! 2 is simply more of the same.
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Cincinnati Enquirer
The multiple game modes and environments, new wrestlers and intuitive control makes WWF Smackdown 2!: Know Your Role one of the best wrestling games to date, on any platform.
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Daily Radar
With new tag-team maneuvers that are remarkably easy to execute and more backstage areas than ever before, this is still the best PSOne wrestler and a great game for fans looking for something to play with their friends.
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Game Revolution
A great game, but having to stand around backstage and watch the other characters perform is maddening. I guess that's what any rookie wrestler goes through.
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Spank!
The custom options are outstanding and there's tons of hidden stuff to find. The only real drawback are the painfully long loading times.
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CNET Gamecenter
With more than 50 WWF superstars, a fantastic array of matches, and unparalleled, blisteringly fast gameplay, it's the only squared-circle brawler you need to buy. Anything else, especially the horrendous "WCW Backstage Assault," isn't worth your time.
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