X-Men: Next Dimension | PlayStation 2 | PS2

About the Game

A group of humanoids known as the Sentinels plan to to rid the world of mutants. The X-Men must ally with their greatest enemies in order to save their teammate - Forge. The mutants must save Forge before the Sentinels can coax secrets from him that are capable of destroying all mutant-kind. X-Men: Next Dimension is a fighting game in which the player can choose between up to twenty-four available characters.

Gameplay & Core Systems

A major part of the experience is an extensive combo system, including normal chains, air juggles, and air launchers. Beside the basic blocking system, characters have various counter-attacks available, specific to the type of attack the player is countering. In addition to standard attacks, the player can execute super attacks by pressing two punch or kick buttons simultaneously. These include blasts or beams, some of which can stun an opponent, as well as physical attacks that have special effects. There are several different types of super attacks, each having four different levels of power.

Modes & Ways to Play

Most of the versions include the following modes: Story Mode - the player follows a scripted mode; only several of the characters are available to control. Arcade Mode - a one-player mode where the player fights against the AI in a series of ten matches. Versus Mode - a two-player game for one-on-one combat.