WWE SmackDown! Here Comes the Pain is widely considered the Final Fantasy 7 of wrestling games , sitting at a high 85% on Metacritic. Released in late 2003, it remains a gold standard for gameplay depth and roster authenticity.
: Play as the strongest characters in the game, including Brock Lesnar (the highest-rated non-legend at 91 overall), Scott Steiner, and Eddie Guerrero. WWE SmackDown
: Critics and fans alike praise the immersive season mode that feels more atmospheric than many modern entries. WWE SmackDown