Summary
- Release Year: 1996
- Genres: Fighting, Sport
- Platforms: PlayStation
- Developers: Asmik Ace Entertainment, The Man Breeze
- Publishers: Asmik Ace Entertainment, THQ
WCW vs. the World (1996)
WCW vs. the World is a professional wrestling video game released by Sega in 1996 for the Sega Saturn, PlayStation, and Super Nintendo Entertainment System. It is the sequel to WCW vs. the World: In Your House, and was followed by WCW vs. nWo: World Tour in 1997.
The game features a roster of 60 wrestlers from six different organizations: WCW, the nWo, New Japan Pro-Wrestling, All Japan Pro Wrestling, Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre, and WAR. The game also features a create-a-wrestler mode, which allows players to create their own custom wrestlers.
WCW vs. the World was praised for its large roster of wrestlers, its fast-paced gameplay, and its innovative create-a-wrestler mode. However, the game was also criticized for its repetitive gameplay and its lack of depth.
Gameplay
WCW vs. the World is a 3D wrestling game that allows players to control one of 60 different wrestlers from six different organizations. The game features a variety of match types, including singles matches, tag team matches, and cage matches.
The game’s controls are simple and easy to learn. Players use the D-pad to move their wrestler around the ring, and the buttons to perform attacks and grapples. The game also features a variety of special moves, which can be performed by pressing certain button combinations.
WCW vs. the World’s gameplay is fast-paced and action-packed. The game’s AI is also very good, and provides a challenging experience for players of all skill levels.
Roster
WCW vs. the World features a roster of 60 wrestlers from six different organizations: WCW, the nWo, New Japan Pro-Wrestling, All Japan Pro Wrestling, Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre, and WAR. The game’s roster includes some of the biggest names in professional wrestling, such as Hulk Hogan, Ric Flair, Sting, and The Ultimate Warrior.
The game’s roster is divided into six different weight classes: heavyweight, cruiserweight, junior heavyweight, women’s, hardcore, and monster. Each weight class has its own unique set of wrestlers, and players can only compete against wrestlers from the same weight class.
Create-a-Wrestler Mode
WCW vs. the World features a create-a-wrestler mode, which allows players to create their own custom wrestlers. Players can choose from a variety of different options when creating their wrestler, including their appearance, their moveset, and their entrance music.
The create-a-wrestler mode is very powerful, and allows players to create a wide variety of different wrestlers. Players can even create their own custom championships and arenas.
Reception
WCW vs. the World was a critical and commercial success. The game was praised for its large roster of wrestlers, its fast-paced gameplay, and its innovative create-a-wrestler mode. However, the game was also criticized for its repetitive gameplay and its lack of depth.
Despite its flaws, WCW vs. the World is still a fun and addictive wrestling game. The game’s large roster of wrestlers and its fast-paced gameplay make it a great choice for fans of wrestling games.
Legacy
WCW vs. the World is considered to be one of the best wrestling games of all time. The game’s large roster of wrestlers, its fast-paced gameplay, and its innovative create-a-wrestler mode have made it a favorite among fans of wrestling games.
The game’s legacy can be seen in many of the wrestling games that have been released since its release. Many of the features that were introduced in WCW vs. the World have become standard in wrestling games, such as the create-a-wrestler mode and the variety of match types.
WCW vs. the World is a classic wrestling game that is still enjoyed by fans today. The game’s large roster of wrestlers, its fast-paced gameplay, and its innovative create-a-wrestler mode make it a must-play for fans of wrestling games.
Review Score
7.5/10
