These power grapples have increased damage and, with kickboxers and wrestlers, are capable of getting KOs. You'll put the opponent in a hold that looks different from the regular grapple. Hold down the power button while you press the initial grapple button to start the grab attack. You can further add damage to regular grappling attacks by using the power modifier. You can usually deal more damage with your other grappling options, though wrestlers and submission artists can benefit greatly from regular grappling attacks. Use these grapple attacks when there are no environmental objects nearby. Different directions on the d-pad or left thumbstick will result in different throws, depending on your character. or Press either punch or kick button and a direction on the d-pad or left thumbstick at the same time to perform a different grapple.

GRAPPLE ATTACK Press either the punch or kick button to perform a regular grapple attack.

From that position, you have a few options to continue the attack.

First, tap the grapple button near an opponent to get your arms up and around his neck.

Check out our tips below to learn the basics of grappling, and remember that it'll take actual in-the-ring practice before you gain a mastery of the art. With hardcore wrestling roots, the fighting of Def Jam FIGHT for NY centers around advanced grappling techniques.

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