Digital Spy: Dead Or Alive Dimensions review

Digital Spy writes: "When the fights are in full swing, Dead Or Alive Dimensions is a satisfying beat-em-up and a perfect fit for the small screens of the 3DS. The in-game action is fluid and smooth and is complimented by some impressively realised 3D visuals and tight controls. The sheer number of game modes and extras is commendable, and it's nice to finally have another game other than Super Street Fighter IV which takes advantage of the machine's online capabilities. Unfortunately, the storytelling in the game's main single-player mode is long-winded, poorly executed and ultimately distracts from the action. What's even more unforgivable is that despite the amount of time spent watching cutscenes, the story makes less and less sense as the game goes on. The fighting system, which encourages the use of counters and combos, is not without depth, but can be mastered by button bashers and leads to an altogether too easy experience. Dead Or Alive Dimensions is an impressive title with enough flair and things to do to warrant a play, and while it may be more instantly enjoyable than Super Street Fighter IV, it doesn't have the same depth."