# WWF Royal Rumble (1993) - The Classic SNES/Genesis Wrestling Showdown *WWF Royal Rumble*, released in June 1993 by LJN, Acclaim Entertainment, and Sculptured Software for the SNES and Sega Genesis, is a wrestling game based on the WWF’s annual Royal Rumble event. Featuring 12 wrestlers (e.g., Hulk Hogan, Randy Savage, Shawn Michaels, Bret Hart), it offers three main modes: One-on-One, Tag Team, and the signature Royal Rumble, where six wrestlers battle in the ring simultaneously, with eliminations via over-the-rope throws. Each wrestler has unique moves (e.g., Hogan’s Leg Drop, Undertaker’s Tombstone Piledriver) and a strength meter that depletes with damage, making grapples harder. With 16-bit graphics, digitized crowd chants, and chiptune entrance themes, it was praised for its variety (*GamePro*: 4/5) but criticized for clunky controls and limited movesets (*IGN Retro*: 6/10). No official re-release exists, but it’s widely emulated. The 2000 Dreamcast/arcade version by THQ/Yukes is unrelated, focusing on a later WWF era. ## Why Play WWF Royal Rumble (1993)? *WWF Royal Rumble* delivers chaotic wrestling action with a robust roster and varied modes. In Royal Rumble mode, players eliminate opponents by throwing them over the top rope (CPU wrestlers enter at intervals), with up to six in the ring at once, mimicking the WWF event. One-on-One and Tag Team modes support single-player (vs. CPU) or two-player (vs. or co-op) matches, with double-teaming in tag bouts. Controls use A/B for strikes, X/Y for grapples, and D-pad for movement; grapples require button-mashing mini-games. Matches end via pinfall, submission, count-out, or DQ (using illegal moves like eye-gouging). Gameplay lasts 10-30 minutes per mode, with multiplayer boosting replayability. Its vibrant sprites and WWF nostalgia appeal to retro fans, but sluggish controls and repetitive animations limit depth. X posts highlight its chaotic Royal Rumble mode and 1990s roster as nostalgic draws. ## Key Features - Play as 12 WWF superstars: Hulk Hogan, Randy Savage, Shawn Michaels, Bret Hart, Undertaker, Mr. Perfect, Ric Flair, Razor Ramon, Ted DiBiase, Crush, Yokozuna, Jim Duggan - Modes: Royal Rumble (6 wrestlers, over-the-rope eliminations), One-on-One, Tag Team - Unique moves (e.g., Savage’s Elbow Drop, Hart’s Sharpshooter); strength meter affects grapple success - Single-player (vs. CPU) or two-player (vs./co-op); illegal moves (choking, eye-gouging) risk DQ - Double-team tag moves; digitized crowd chants and entrance themes - Experience authentic SNES/Genesis gameplay on our retro ROM platform ## Key Differences: SNES vs. Genesis vs. Dreamcast - **SNES (1993)**: 12 wrestlers, sharper graphics, better sound quality (e.g., clearer crowd chants); includes referee sprite, smoother animations; no password system. - **Genesis (1993)**: Same roster and modes, but muddier colors, weaker audio due to hardware limits; no referee sprite, slightly faster gameplay; password system for Royal Rumble progress. - **Gameplay Notes**: Both versions identical in mechanics; Royal Rumble mode has simultaneous 6-wrestler action, with CPU wrestlers auto-targeting the player. Genesis has minor slowdown in crowded scenes. - **Dreamcast/Arcade (2000)**: Unrelated game by THQ/Yukes; 20+ wrestlers (e.g., Stone Cold Steve Austin, The Rock), 3D graphics, 9-man Royal Rumble, backstage areas, create-a-wrestler; no 16-bit relation. - **Regional Notes**: No *Probotector*-style changes; Japan’s SNES/Genesis versions identical, released as *WWF Royal Rumble* with English text. ## Play WWF Royal Rumble (1993) Online Enter the ring today! Play *WWF Royal Rumble* (1993) instantly on our website, Classic Joy Games, with no downloads, using SNES or Genesis emulators. Alternatively, try it on sites like RetroGames.cc, ArcadeSpot.com, or EmulatorGames.net. Physical SNES copies cost $15-$40 (cart only) or $50-$120 (CIB); Genesis $10-$30 (cart only) or $40-$100 (CIB) on eBay/Amazon. Ideal for retro wrestling and WWF fans! Note: Use Snes9x or BSNES for SNES emulation, Genesis Plus GX for Genesis; SNES version recommended for visuals, Genesis for passwords. For Royal Rumble, use Shawn Michaels’ speed or Hogan’s power; mash buttons during grapples to win. Genesis passwords (e.g., “F6D3T4” for final match) save progress. Join players worldwide on Classic Joy Games. Start your match now and win the Royal Rumble to forge your WWF legacy!