After being forced to retire (in storyline) due to losing a “loser leaves Raw ” match, The Rated-R Superstar returned as a . He speared everyone from The Great Khali to the guest host, instantly turning face. His return injected fresh energy into the stagnant upper midcard and set up his eventual World Title reign on SmackDown.

For a game engine from 2002, Ultimate Impact 2010 looked surprisingly crisp. Modders used high-resolution textures for the wrestlers' gear and skins. Seeing John Cena’s "Never Give Up" t-shirt or Edge’s detailed "Rated R" tights in a PC game was a huge deal for fans who didn't own a PlayStation or Xbox.

: Designed for older hardware, it could run on almost any PC, providing a "sick replay feature" and smooth action even during chaotic multi-man matches. The 2010 Roster Highlights