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80s Mania Wrestling Returns

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89%Game Brain Score
gameplay, monetization
grinding, story
89% User Score Based on 2,041 reviews

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80s Mania Wrestling Returns is a single player casual sport game. It was developed by Checkmate Creative LLC and was released on August 2, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

"80s Mania Wrestling Returns" is a collectible card game that lets you manage and book retro wrestling shows, set in the '80s and '90s with hundreds of original characters. As a GM, run your own league, host monthly supercards, and track wins, losses, and title histories for your wrestlers. Experience piledriving parody and become an elite wrestling booker in this pro wrestling GM mode game.

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89%
Audience ScoreBased on 2,041 reviews
gameplay18 positive mentions
grinding14 negative mentions
  • The game is a nostalgic trip for fans of 80s and 90s wrestling, featuring clever parodies of iconic wrestlers and pop culture figures.
  • Gameplay is engaging and allows players to manage their own wrestling federation, making strategic decisions about matches and character development.
  • The developers are responsive and frequently update the game, adding new content and improving the overall experience.
  • Progression can be slow, with high costs for acquiring new wrestlers and limited in-game currency, making it difficult to build a strong roster without spending real money.
  • The rating system for matches can feel inconsistent, leading to frustration when well-booked shows receive low ratings.
  • Some players experience technical issues, such as the game freezing on the loading screen or losing progress when switching devices.
  • gameplay
    47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the game is generally well-received, praised for its nostalgic charm, intuitive UI, and engaging mechanics that allow for character building and storyline creation. While many players find the gameplay addictive and enjoyable, some criticize it for becoming repetitive and lacking depth, particularly in the absence of certain features like feud cards. Overall, the game offers a fun experience for wrestling and pop culture fans, with regular updates enhancing its content and mechanics.

    • “The gameplay is simple enough to allow multitasking, and the lack of ads combined with its nostalgic charm has kept it on my phone long after others get deleted.”
    • “Great addictive gameplay, really fun for picking rivalries, building up wrestlers for title shots, and making your own story for the booking.”
    • “The gameplay of card collecting and booking is both stimulating and simple, and the list of characters ranges from homages to wrestling legends to playful parodies of 80s/90s pop culture!”
    • “The gameplay itself is incredibly boring.”
    • “The design of the game is charming but the gameplay is boring and tedious.”
    • “Great concept and fun idea, but the gameplay loop gets very boring, charging to autofill just to remove the chore from something I'm supposed to be 'playing' for entertainment doesn't feel right.”
  • monetization
    44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization model of the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating the absence of ads and the optional nature of microtransactions, which can be earned through gameplay. While some users find the in-app purchases to be expensive and the randomness of available items frustrating, many agree that the game can be enjoyed without spending money. Overall, it strikes a balance between offering optional purchases and maintaining a fun, ad-free experience.

    • “There are microtransactions, but it can all be attained through gameplay.”
    • “No ads and purchases are 100% optional, but not necessary.”
    • “I love that microtransactions aren't mandatory, so I've chosen to buy currency.”
    • “The monetization model is terrible and offers little value.”
    • “Microtransactions are horrendous in how expensive they are; sheer greed for what the game actually is.”
    • “Smh, was almost a great game but it is ruined by microtransactions.”
  • graphics
    38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are characterized by a unique and nostalgic art style that blends comic book aesthetics with references to wrestling and pop culture, appealing to fans of the 80s. While many players appreciate the humor and creativity in the artwork, there are mixed feelings about recent aesthetic changes that some feel clash with the original style. Overall, the graphics are seen as enjoyable and fun, though some users note limitations and inconsistencies that detract from the experience.

    • “The artwork is great and the references to wrestlers and pop culture are hilarious.”
    • “This is an amazing wrestling booking simulator with awesome trading card game-like mechanics and original artwork that blends together real-world wrestlers and pop culture icons, real and fictional.”
    • “Love the artwork, and the whole game brings a flare of nostalgia and excitement!”
    • “The graphics are simple, to put it mildly.”
    • “Please for the sake of all that is good, stop ruining the graphics with the new artwork; it just doesn't fit with the retro aesthetic. If I wanted to play a game with modern artwork, I would play Modern Mania.”
    • “That said, it was a better game before the aesthetic changes, and the lack of coherent consistency on advancing wrestlers or getting higher ratings on matches/shows makes it repetitive and stale.”
  • humor
    25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its nostalgic and creative references to 1980s and 1990s pop culture and wrestling, making it particularly enjoyable for fans of that era. Players appreciate the clever character designs, tongue-in-cheek humor, and the overall comedic tone, which adds to the game's fun and addictive nature. The combination of funny skits, imaginative characters, and playful parodies keeps players engaged and entertained.

    • “The artwork is great and the references to wrestlers and pop culture are hilarious.”
    • “The characters are clever and have just the right amount of tongue-in-cheek humor.”
    • “Incredibly fun, addictive, hilarious.”
  • grinding
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, with many noting that it can feel overwhelming and random at times. While some enjoy the nostalgic charm and believe that the grind can lead to rewarding gameplay, others feel it detracts from the overall experience, making it feel like a waste of time. Overall, patience is required, as the initial grind can be off-putting, but it may lead to a smoother experience later on.

    • “Needing to just stumble across various features (feuds, tag teams, etc.) is tedious and the whole setup is just repetitive.”
    • “Game is too grindy and already losing me.”
    • “The design of the game is charming but the gameplay is boring and tedious.”
  • music
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its nostalgic tribute to the 80s and 90s wrestling era, featuring catchy tunes that evoke fond memories of pop culture from that time. Players appreciate the clever parodies and references to iconic music, movies, and television, enhancing the overall experience. However, some users noted technical issues that affected gameplay, including loading problems that interrupted their enjoyment of the soundtrack.

    • “I just had to quickly tell the developer(s), artists, musicians, etc. how awesome this is!”
    • “The pop culture references to music, movies, television, games, and wrestling of the 80s and 90s is excellently done.”
    • “Great game, great 80's themed music!”
    • “The original 80s mania wrestling was better, better music.”
    • “At least that one worked, plus it had better music.”
    • “Same problem with this game as the other; it won't load. It plays the music on the loading screen, but it never loads. Sad, can you all fix this problem?”
  • story
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate the game's potential for crafting storylines and rivalries, but express frustration over the lack of control in determining match outcomes, which can hinder the storytelling experience. While the gameplay is engaging and addictive, many desire deeper narrative elements and more customization options to enhance their creative storytelling. Overall, the game offers a fun foundation for wrestling fans, but it falls short in providing the depth and flexibility needed for a truly immersive story-driven experience.

    • “This is the greatest app I've downloaded on my phone - the start of the game might have you grind a little, but once you understand the mechanics of the game and get more cards/money, you'll gain so much enjoyment out of the game, crafting storylines and tag teams.”
    • “Great addictive gameplay, really fun for picking rivalries, building up wrestlers for title shots, and making your own story for the booking.”
    • “If you want a certain wrestler to win, you can use additional cards to give the wrestler an extra push for your own storylines.”
    • “If I'm predetermining feuds, stipulations, surprise attacks, etc., then why in the world do I have to leave the result of my carefully crafted storyline to fate?!”
    • “I love the game, but I only have two issues: I wish I could be the actual booker and decide who goes over. I want to be able to pick who wins and loses the matches and do the same match two or three shows in a row to allow for a real story-building experience.”
    • “Really enjoyed playing the first few years, but there just isn't enough depth to hold my interest for more than that... plenty of cards, just not enough depth of story or anything significant really.”
  • replayability
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game boasts high replayability, with players enjoying hours of gameplay while collecting cards of imitation wrestlers and media icons from the 80s and 90s. Despite some concerns about in-game character costs, the abundance of content and engaging mechanics keep players returning for more fun. Overall, it offers a compelling experience that encourages extended play.

    • “This game has great replayability, and I've found myself sitting for hours in front of my TV and new game console, still playing this haha.”
    • “Collecting cards of imitation wrestlers and media icons from the 80s and 90s, it has the replay value because it's fun.”
    • “Only complaint I have is the in-game cost of characters, but the replayability of the game allows me to save up fast for the characters I want that are available through the game shop.”
    • “I definitely support this developer and love the endless amount of content and replay value.”
  • stability
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability has been criticized for frequent glitches, including issues with feud cards and freezing during loading screens, which significantly detracts from the overall experience. While some players enjoy the game, many report persistent bugs and connectivity problems, leading to frustration and a lack of recommendation.

    • “Great game except for certain glitches, like certain feud cards not staying in the flavor category for the match and then completely clearing out every wrestler's flavor category.”
    • “Had glitches in the stats development and when I emailed them for help, they just apologized for my frustrations.”
    • “Horrible game won't load then freezes.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development is praised for its fantastic writing and appealing designs, reminiscent of the WWF era, although some players feel that the new character designs clash with the classic ones. Additionally, there is a call for more in-depth tutorials to enhance the overall experience.

    • “The fantastic writing and character design make up for the basic game flow, which could use some more in-depth tutorials.”
    • “Character designs look great, providing a real throwback to the WWF era.”
    • “The new character designs are interesting, though some may clash with the old ones.”
    • “Some of the new character designs clash with the old ones.”
    • “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth.”
    • “I was disappointed by how little the characters evolve throughout the game.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is widely criticized for its poor optimization, leading to a frustrating experience for players.

    • “What a horribly optimized game.”
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80s Mania Wrestling Returns is a casual sport game.

80s Mania Wrestling Returns is available on Phone, iPad, iPhone, Tablet and others.

80s Mania Wrestling Returns was released on August 2, 2018.

80s Mania Wrestling Returns was developed by Checkmate Creative LLC.

80s Mania Wrestling Returns has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its grinding.

80s Mania Wrestling Returns is a single player game.