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Beat rap royalty and put Outkast in a plaster cast

Words: Jonathan Todd, PlayStation World UK
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On the whole, it’s all good violent fun, if a little repetitive, aided by a new control system that wisely copies Fight Night. The face buttons perform basic kicks, punches, blocks and taunts, but it’s the Right analog stick that performs the crucial grabs, throws and directional strikes needed to direct an opponent towards a hazard. Every move is superbly animated, and the game revels in showing bleeding, burned and battered faces in comic, gratuitous detail.

The Story mode is still as far-fetched and ridiculous as ever - but it’s enjoyable nonetheless. Now, you’re a budding hip-hop star who starts out at the bottom doing laughable jobs like beating up a crazed stalker on behalf of Ludacris until you eventually become a mogul and start releasing records. A remarkably detailed create-a-fighter option and a customizable wardrobe help overcome the awkward plot-based fighting.


 
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Def Jam: Icon

Genre: Fighting
Release date: 23 Mar 2007
Published by: Electronic Arts
Developed by: EA Chicago
Franchise: Def Jam
8 GREAT
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