I appreciate the views on both sides.
It is ok... I have ONLY played career mode.
The game seriously lacks in personality (career mode is kinda boring) and yes there isn't enough animations. The referee does and says pretty much exactly the same thing all the time, when you hit the canvas it is the same also
However, the actual fights are respectable.
So, meh not overly exciting but it is ok. I hope they add things soon. Perhaps they should have waited before launching it as it will be better in another 6 months or so.