There is an upside to the season though - the unlocking of characters and matches. During your time in season mode, little things will pop up and alter the stories. Just learn to tolerate the quirks and flaws and things will improve. The existing wrestlers from that game are largely unchanged and the movelists are essentially the same. The game speed is rather fast and more arcadish, but in this instance it's a good thing.
Moves are very easy to pull off and for the most part there are quite a few moves to use.
Guys like Tazz have loads of suplexes and submission holds, and the Austin types have loads of rougher, more 'rasslin type moves. Largely Unchanged Graphics - The graphics are essentially the same as the original. The arenas are realistic with the big video walls and screaming fans waving signs. And after turning on the PS2 enhancements to smooth out the edges, the graphics are improved even more. Not by too much, but the wrestlers and environments are much smoother and easier on the eyes.