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Some games aren’t just for playing they become a childhood memory and WWE SmackDown Here Comes the Pain was one of those games. When Brock Lesnar and Rey Mysterio faced off in this game it felt like a battle between power and speed had begun. On one side was the giant powerhouse.The beast and on the other was the short statured but incredibly fast Rey Mysterio. This very matchup made the fight unforgettable.
Brock Lesnar’s power was such that he could end the whole match with just one F5 while Rey Mysterio would surprise every big wrestler with his quick movements and flying attacks. When Rey would jump off the ring ropes and hit the 619 every player’s face would light up with joy. Back then this wasn’t just a game but an obsession for WWE fans.
The special thing about this game was that every match felt cinematic. Sitting with friends and playing matches late into the night challenging each other and turning the match around in the last moment these are the memories that still live on in people's hearts today. The Brock Lesnar vs Rey Mysterio match was especially loved because it showcased an intense showdown of both power and courage.
Today’s games with modern graphics have their place but the kind of fun WWE SmackDown Here Comes the Pain gave might never be matched by any other wrestling game. That was an era when despite low graphics games would win hearts and matches like Brock Lesnar vs Rey Mysterio would always become unforgettable.