Pro Wrestling X
- November 18, 2014
- Wrestling Gamers United
- 2h median play time
Get on Steam"Pro Wrestling X is a single-player Sport game known for its modern visuals and simple-yet-deep gameplay, reminiscent of Nintendo 64's WCW/nWo Revenge and WWF No Mercy. The game is highly moddable, offering a platform for users to create and share new content, aiming to become the ultimate wrestling game with the fun of No Mercy and the depth of Fire Pro Wrestling. Anticipated features for the 1.0 release include standard movement controls and Irish whips."
Reviews
- The game has potential and shows promise for fans of classic wrestling games.
- The developers are actively working on updates and improvements, indicating a commitment to the project.
- The creation mode allows for some customization, which can be enjoyable for players.
- The game has been in early access for nearly a decade with minimal progress and updates.
- Gameplay feels stiff and unresponsive, with limited moves and poor animations.
- Many players report numerous bugs and issues that hinder the overall experience.
- gameplay33 mentions
- 6 % positive mentions
- 79 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the wrestling game has received mixed reviews, with many users expressing frustration over its clunky mechanics, unresponsive controls, and lack of AI and content. While some appreciate the nostalgic elements reminiscent of older titles like "No Mercy," they argue that the developers should prioritize refining core gameplay mechanics over adding new match types and gimmicks. However, there are signs of improvement, with users noting recent updates and a commitment to enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
“Gameplay itself is a fun little throwback to the N64 No Mercy days.”
“The gameplay is getting better by the months.”
“I really enjoy the basics of it and look forward to what so far reminds me of the gameplay of the old N64 classics with the potential for the customization of the Fire Pro series.”
“There's essentially no gameplay, no AI, no content, and very few working game mechanics; strikes and grapples will usually connect, permitting your controller or keyboard input is actually registered by the game; often, it isn't.”
“The developers should focus on the general gameplay that a wrestling game needs, before worrying about gimmick matches.”
“The game runs sluggish, clunky with low frame rates during gameplay and is not fun to play due to serious limitations.”
- music21 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed feedback, with some players enjoying the existing tracks while others feel the soundtrack is limited and repetitive. Many users express a desire for a broader variety of songs, including options to add personal music from their libraries. Overall, while the current music is appreciated, there is a strong call for more diverse and customizable audio options to enhance the gaming experience.
“I do like the songs they have for the game.”
“The brief bits of music I heard, I liked.”
“A variety of music and songs would be awesome.”
“The soundtrack isn't as great as Aki games, but they made an effort to copy that as well.”
“The music needs a few more tunes, but overall a good game.”
“I only get a little annoyed with the music, because I'm not used to having music during a match. The problem I see is that when the match gets longer, the music repeats more times and takes you out of the feeling it gives you at the beginning.”
- graphics16 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the unique aesthetic and smooth animations, while others criticize them as outdated, likening them to N64 quality. Although there are reports of occasional glitches and a need for polishing, many agree that the visuals are decent for an early access title, especially considering its low price point. Overall, while the graphics show potential, they require further refinement to meet modern standards.
“What I appreciate about this game is that it goes for a very different aesthetic than a lot of other wrestling games, and it seems to try to reach a more hardcore audience, which I've always felt has been underrepresented in recent video games.”
“Firstly, this game is super smooth, it plays like a dream even on the highest graphical settings. Wrestlers' movements are really smooth, and even though at this stage the moves are limited, they all look nice. I’ve certainly not had any of the old issues with collision problems.”
“Great music (one song), graphics look good, and it will be interesting to see how often they cycle updates.”
“Try the booking simulators, but do not encourage developers who see 10 years in early access with making the jump from N64 graphics to GameCube with worse animations as improvement.”
“You have to quit the game just to get off the button layout menu (which doesn't work), the game moves at 0.0001mph, the animation is as fluid as someone in rigor mortis. Yeah, graphics aren't everything, but the wrestlers look trash; you have to look up the controls to figure them out and even then, the button map looks like it was done by a child.”
“The controls are set up like No Mercy and the graphics and animations look like they belong on N64, but other than that, not even close.”
- stability6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a mixed bag, with users reporting significant bugs, particularly in championship mode, and issues like low frame rates in specific match types. While some players appreciate the improvements made over the years, they still find the game to be glitchy and lacking in content, suggesting it needs further polishing. Overall, the stability issues are notable but not game-breaking for all players.
“The championship mode near the end is buggy as all hell.”
“Sure the game is glitchy and buggy; the edit mode is still very basic, and compared to the version I bought over a year ago, it kind of annoys me that the entrances and multi-man matches were removed.”
“I came upon this game in 2014, when it was very early and not worth playing, and now, after 4 years, it's changed quite a bit and gotten better, but it's still quite barebones and buggy (chamber of hell match runs at 6 fps on GTX 1080).”
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is perceived as lacking depth, with one user expressing disappointment in its narrative while highlighting a memorable wrestling moment. Overall, the story seems to be overshadowed by gameplay experiences, particularly for fans of wrestling games.
“Today I see November 18th, 2014... so yeah, if you found this story boring, well you'll hate the game even more.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's optimization remains a significant issue, with users noting that while there have been some performance improvements in the latest build, many features have been removed, leading to a perception of poor overall design. Additionally, the current version demands a better-than-average PC, indicating that further optimization is still needed.
“The current build, as of April 21st, 2016, requires a better than average PC, but optimization is planned for later.”
“The dev asked me to wait a few days to see the latest bleeding edge build they were about to post on Steam, and I have to say, it's still as disappointing as my first review described. Aside from an improvement in performance, they literally stripped the game of many of the few features it had, and it seems they will start over again from this new engine.”
“It's just a poorly optimized, designed game.”
“The current build, as of April 21st, 2016, requires a better than average PC (will be optimized later).”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users find the humor in the game to be enjoyable, particularly noting the amusing matches and the comedic elements of the storyline. However, a bug that prevents tournament completion detracts from the overall experience.
“The Bleeding Edge update is funny; there are amusing matches, but a bug stops you from completing the tournament.”
“Funny story: I bought this because I love wrestling games.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players note that significant updates have improved the game's accessibility and overall playability, enhancing its replayability. However, some feel that further refinements are still necessary to fully realize its potential.
“The game offers a fresh experience with each playthrough, thanks to its dynamic content and evolving gameplay mechanics.”
“With multiple paths and choices, every run feels unique, encouraging players to explore different strategies.”
“The frequent updates keep the game feeling new and exciting, making it hard to put down.”
“After big updates, the game changes nearly everything, making the menu more user-friendly and the game more playable, but it still needs some work.”
“The lack of meaningful choices and consequences makes replaying the game feel pointless.”
“Once you've completed the main story, there isn't much incentive to go back and play again.”
