# WWF WrestleMania: The Arcade Game *WWF WrestleMania: The Arcade Game*, released in October 1995 by Midway for arcades and ported to SNES, Genesis, 32X, PlayStation, Saturn, and DOS by Sculptured Software and Probe Entertainment, is a fast-paced wrestling/fighting hybrid. Unlike traditional WWF sims like *WWF Raw* (1994), it adopts a *Mortal Kombat*-style approach with digitized sprites and exaggerated moves (e.g., Doink’s joy buzzer, Undertaker’s ghost summon). Featuring eight wrestlers—Shawn Michaels, Bret Hart, The Undertaker, Razor Ramon, Bam Bam Bigelow, Yokozuna, Doink the Clown, Lex Luger (arcade/PlayStation/Saturn/DOS; SNES/Genesis drop Bigelow, Yokozuna)—players compete in One-on-One, Tag Team, or championship modes (Intercontinental or WWF). With vibrant graphics, commentary by Vince McMahon and Jerry Lawler, and two-player support, it was a commercial hit (*GamePro*: 4.5/5) but criticized for limited depth (*IGN Retro*: 7/10). No official re-release exists, but it’s emulated widely. ## Why Play WWF WrestleMania: The Arcade Game? *WWF WrestleMania: The Arcade Game* (SNES) delivers arcade-style wrestling with over-the-top action. Players choose from six wrestlers (Shawn Michaels, Bret Hart, Undertaker, Razor Ramon, Doink, Lex Luger) to battle in One-on-One (single match), Tag Team (double-teaming possible), or championship modes (Intercontinental: face four opponents; WWF: face all five). Combos (e.g., A, B, Y, X for Bret Hart), finishers (e.g., Michaels’ Sweet Chin Music), and cartoonish weapons (hammers, buckets) enhance fights, with a combo meter boosting damage. Matches end via pinfall or count-out, with health bars and a 99-second timer. Gameplay lasts 10-20 minutes for championships, with two-player versus mode adding replayability. Its digitized sprites, voice clips (e.g., “Welcome to WrestleMania!”), and 1990s WWF roster shine, but repetitive moves and no Royal Rumble mode disappoint. X posts praise its arcade nostalgia and chaotic multiplayer. ## Key Features - Play as 6 wrestlers on SNES: Shawn Michaels, Bret Hart, Undertaker, Razor Ramon, Doink, Lex Luger - Modes: One-on-One, Tag Team, Intercontinental/WWF Championship - Digitized sprites; combo system (2-5 hits), finishers (e.g., Undertaker’s Tombstone) - Two-player versus; weapons (hammers, buckets) via combos; commentary by McMahon/Lawler - Health bars, 99-second timer; pinfalls or count-outs - Experience authentic SNES gameplay on our retro ROM platform ## Key Differences: SNES vs. Other Versions - **SNES (1995)**: 6 wrestlers (drops Bam Bam Bigelow, Yokozuna from arcade), sharper graphics than Genesis, smoother animations, no slowdown; lacks 32X’s enhanced colors. - **Arcade (1995)**: 8 wrestlers, superior visuals, arcade controls (6-button layout), smoother performance; supports 2 players. - **Genesis (1995)**: 6 wrestlers, muddier colors, weaker audio, slight slowdown in Tag Team; faster input response. - **32X (1995)**: 6 wrestlers, improved colors over Genesis, closer to arcade visuals, but minor frame drops. - **PlayStation/Saturn/DOS (1995)**: 8 wrestlers, CD-quality audio, near-arcade graphics; PlayStation has slight load times. - **Regional Notes**: Japan’s *WWF WrestleMania: The Arcade Game* identical; no *Probotector*-style changes. ## Play WWF WrestleMania: The Arcade Game (1995, SNES) Online Step into the ring today! Play *WWF WrestleMania: The Arcade Game* (SNES) instantly on our website, Classic Joy Games, with no downloads, using SNES 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) on eBay/Amazon. Ideal for retro wrestling and arcade fans! Note: Use Snes9x or BSNES for emulation; expect crisp visuals. For strategy, use Shawn Michaels’ speed for combos (e.g., Y, Y, B, A) or Undertaker’s power for finishers; chain combos to spawn weapons. Cheat: At title screen, press B, Y, B, Y, B, Y, L, R for five combo points. Join players worldwide on Classic Joy Games. Start your fight now and claim the WWF Championship to forge your wrestling legacy!