• Released in 1991, this was the first pro wrestling game for SFC, featuring a unique timing-based grappling system.
• It includes 21 regular wrestlers like Victory Musashi and 3 hidden legends like Rikiozan, totaling 24 playable characters.
• Success requires mastering "lower hip" timing to execute moves, rewarding skill over mindless button mashing.
• Offers diverse modes including 5-vs-5 Elimination and a Wrestling Dojo where coach Wakamoto Ittetsu teaches beginners.
• Praised for its speed and "LL size" Great Shiba, who realistically captures Giant Baba's 209cm height and signature kicks.
• While influential globally, this specific 1991 title was originally categorized as a Japan-exclusive release.
• A noted issue is the unskippable CPU matches in Open League, forcing players to watch every tournament match.
• Due to a likeness dispute with Giant Baba's wife, the popular Great Shiba character vanished from the series for several years.
• Secrets include unlocking a female referee via the password "WOMAN" and the ability to make referees bleed during matches.
• This classic laid the foundation for many sequels, including recent titles like Fire Pro Wrestling World on PS4 and Steam.
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