Pro Wrestling X
- November 18, 2014
- Wrestling Gamers United
- 2h median play time
Get on SteamPro Wrestling X is a PC game that brings the fun and familiar gameplay of classic Nintendo 64 wrestling games, with a modern twist. The game emphasizes on simple yet deep mechanics, and it is designed to be open and moddable for the community to create and share new content. The 1.0 release will feature standard movement and directional controls, running, and Irish whips. The ultimate goal is to capture the fun of WWF No Mercy and the depth of Fire Pro Wrestling while giving due respect to professional wrestling.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic wrestling games like WWF No Mercy, appealing to fans of that era.
- The creation mode allows players to customize wrestlers and rings, providing a level of personalization.
- The developers are actively working on updates and improvements, showing commitment to enhancing the game over time.
- The game has been in early access for many years with minimal progress, leading to frustration among players.
- Gameplay is currently very limited, with only a few moves and characters available, making it feel incomplete.
- There are numerous bugs and glitches that hinder the overall experience, making the game feel unpolished.
- gameplay43 mentions
- 7 % positive mentions
- 77 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players praising the nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic wrestling games like "No Mercy," while others criticize the mechanics as clunky, unresponsive, and lacking depth. Many users express a desire for improved core gameplay over additional match types and customization options, highlighting issues with AI, fluidity, and overall enjoyment. Despite ongoing updates and potential for improvement, significant concerns remain about the game's current state and its ability to deliver a satisfying wrestling experience.
“I love the different modes of play and I changed default wrestlers and made 39 my old favorites. The game mechanics are great; I just want more hairstyles and the ability to change the color of clothes and hair, but it's all great. I love it better than any wrestling game I've played in the past.”
“Gameplay itself is a fun little throwback to the N64 No Mercy days.”
“On playing the latest build of the game released yesterday, while there aren't a great number of moves available, the basic gameplay features and systems felt and looked far better than before, making it feel a lot more like there's a sturdy framework present for the developers to build on.”
“The gameplay is absolutely terrible and clunky.”
“There's essentially no gameplay, no AI, no content, 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 game runs sluggish, clunky with low frame rates during gameplay and is not fun to play due to serious limitations.”
- music25 mentions
- 28 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with players appreciating the quality of the tracks but expressing a desire for a larger variety and the ability to add personal playlists. While some enjoy the energetic nature of the included songs, the repetitive looping can detract from the experience during longer matches. Overall, there is a consensus that enhancing the soundtrack and incorporating sound effects would significantly improve immersion.
“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.”
“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 instead of ambient sounds and commentary. The problem is that when the match gets longer, the music repeats more often and takes you out of the feeling it gives you at the beginning.”
- graphics23 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the nostalgic N64 aesthetic while others criticize the animations and overall quality as mediocre or outdated. Many note that while the visuals are decent and show promise, they require further polishing and refinement, particularly in terms of fluidity and clarity. Overall, the game is seen as having potential, especially for a free or low-cost title, but it still needs significant improvements to meet modern standards.
“Definitely gives a vibe of N64 nostalgia with 2023 graphics.”
“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.”
“Graphics are very nice, and while the game doesn't have the content in place yet, the game shows a lot of promise and is currently very fun to play around with.”
“The 2D graphics/art are blurry and the animation for the 3D models is awkward in some spots.”
“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.”
“The controls are set up like No Mercy, and the graphics and animations look like they belong on the N64, but other than that, not even close.”
- stability8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is frequently criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs and glitches, particularly in championship mode, which detracts from the overall experience. While some players note minor issues that are not game-breaking, the consensus is that the game requires significant polishing and improvement to reach its potential. Overall, the stability issues contribute to a perception of the game as mediocre, despite some positive aspects.
“The championship mode near the end is buggy as all hell.”
“This game had the potential to be good, but sadly its numerous bugs and glitches keep it from being anything but a mediocre wrestling game at best.”
“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 some players finding it uninteresting and even boring. However, there are moments of excitement, such as dramatic in-game actions that enhance the overall experience 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
- 33 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's optimization remains a significant issue, with users noting that while there has been some improvement in performance, many features have been removed, leading to a disappointing experience. The current build requires a better-than-average PC, and further optimization is promised for the future. Overall, the game is still considered poorly optimized and designed.
“The current build, as of April 21st, 2016, requires a better than average PC but promises to be optimized 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 frustrating 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.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Players note that while the game offers some replay value, particularly after significant updates that enhance gameplay and user experience, it still requires further improvements to fully capitalize on its potential for replayability.
“The game offers incredible replay value, making every session feel fresh and engaging.”
“With each update, the game evolves significantly, enhancing the overall experience and encouraging players to dive back in.”
“There are so many different paths and choices to explore, ensuring that no two playthroughs are ever the same.”
“The game lacks replay value; once you've completed it, there's little incentive to return.”
“I wish there were more reasons to replay the game; it feels like a one-and-done experience.”
“After finishing the main story, I found myself with no motivation to dive back in.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is perceived as generally casual and welcoming, fostering a positive community vibe; however, there is a call for more formal communication regarding the game's development progress to enhance transparency.
