WWF WrestleMania: The Arcade Game for the Sega Genesis is a fast-paced, over-the-top fighting game released in 1995. Rather than attempting a realistic wrestling simulation, this arcade classicโported to the Genesis by Sculptured Softwareโplays more like Mortal Kombat with digitized sprites and absurd, gravity-defying special moves. Players can choose from a roster of iconic 90s WWF superstars, including Bret Hart, The Undertaker, and Shawn Michaels, and battle their way through the Intercontinental and WWF Championship circuits.
How to Play
In the main tournament modes, your objective is to defeat a gauntlet of opponents to claim either the Intercontinental or Heavyweight Championship. Battles are fast and combo-heavy, relying on fighting game inputs rather than traditional grappling mechanics.
Default Browser Controls:
- Move: Arrow Keys
- A Button (Punch): Z
- B Button (Kick): X
- C Button (Power Attack / Block): C
- Start (Pause/Menu): Enter
Special moves are performed with directional motions combined with an attack button (e.g., Down, Forward, Punch).
Tips
- Keep the pressure on: The AI in the later matches is notoriously aggressive. Master a few high-damage combos for your chosen wrestler and use them relentlessly.
- Use the ropes: Bouncing off the ropes or throwing your opponent into them can set up devastating clotheslines and dropkicks.
- Know your character’s gimmick: Each wrestler has unique special moves, like The Undertaker’s tombstone smash or Doink the Clown’s joybuzzer. Experiment to find which move sets match your playstyle.
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