Zen-Nippon Pro Wrestling

About

You play as one of 16 wrestlers from a real-life Japanese promotion each with distinct movesets and personalities. Hansen brings brute force Kawada relies on quick strikes and ACE uses underhanded tactics. The controls let you execute over 50 unique techniques from grapples to high-flying maneuvers. Matches blend one-on-one brawls and team bouts where timing and strategy matter more than just button mashing. The grappling system offers depth with varied ways to pin or wear down opponents. Up to four players can compete locally in exhibition tag team or round-robin matches. It runs on the Super Famicom but the fast-paced action and varied playstyles keep it feeling fresh. Wrestling fans in the early 90s praised it for capturing the chaotic energy of the ring without slowing down the pace.