While not much info has been released on THQ's wrestle sequel, we can tell you that the game will be released Autumn this year in Europe. Day of Reckoning 2 will feature approximately 45 wrestlers, most of them returning, and a handful of new additions.

According to the developer the controls or gameplay mechanics in Day of Reckoning 2 have not been changed. The title more or less plays exactly like its predecessor. However, enhancements have been introduced all the same.

In the upcoming weeks we will much more on THQ's wrestling title. For now we bring you nine screens taken from an early version of the game.

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Update:

We got our hands on some of the new features of Day of Reckoning 2:

- New rendering style for improved graphics � a 25-30% increase in polygon count gives higher resolution, detail and texture to the WWE character models and even the crowd.
- Enhanced fighting system � exclusive skill based submission system offers 4-8 different moves per wrestler, while the new stamina system allows players to take advantage of each wrestlers unique energy monitor for a more realistic match
- New and longer story mode � now a proven force in the WWE, players can take their created superstar on a continuing journey of deception and vindication, including the highest quality cut scenes ever offered in the series
- Improved animations and AI - multiple levels of pain & limb damage, new finishing moves, specialty grapples and better AI differentiation between characters bring a new level of realism to the series
- New WWE Legends � Hulk Hogan, Ultimate Warrior, Mankind and more