Graphics

The character models look great, complete with accurate likenesses for the real fighters and real-time bruising. The created fighters look awfully samey, however.

Sound

The music is pretty plain and some of the commentary gets repetitive, but Bas Rutten's commentary in Pride mode is manically awesome.

Appeal

A robust career mode with tons of unlockables, the Pride ruleset, and Title Defense mode will keep you busy for a while.

Play

The fighting mechanics are as deep as they've ever been, but more adaptable and accessible than ever before.

Presentation

Tons of new videos and interviews with real fighters, accurate entrance themes, and a slick Pay Per View-like look to the fights line out the great presentation.

Overall