To Midway's credit, TNA Impact plays very well and is a solid foundation should they choose to turn it into an annual franchise. The story mode has enough for fans of wrestling games to remain engaged till the credits roll.
Offline multiplayer can be fun as well, but beyond that, there isn't much to this game. And for a brand that lacks the charisma, fan following and big name superstars of its rival, the severe lack of match types really hurts the game.
But for wrestling fans who have grown tired of the stagnating Smackdown! vs Raw franchise, TNA Impact is a breath of fresh air. Keep your expectations low; you may just be pleasantly surprised.
Pros & cons
(+) Tight, responsive controls
(+) Good story mode, fun offline multiplayer
(-) Not enough match types
(-) Lacks depth, star power
Verdict: Worth a try
TNA Impact is in stores on Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3.
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