How it plays

How does WWF WrestleMania: The Arcade Game play?

The game is viewed from a side-on perspective and plays as a one-on-one fighting game rather than a wrestling simulation. Players move around a single-screen arena, strike opponents, perform grapples, throw objects or energy effects, and use character-specific attacks.

The main solo structure is a tournament through a succession of WWF opponents. Winning matches advances the selected wrestler, while losing ends the run. A versus mode supports two players in direct matches.

Plan your run

What is the best way to play WWF WrestleMania: The Arcade Game?

Learn the timing of each wrestler’s basic attacks before relying on special moves. Keep moving to avoid being trapped against the arena edge, and use grapples when an opponent is recovering from a missed strike.

Save the strongest attacks for openings rather than repeatedly attempting them. In tournament play, minimize unnecessary damage because later matches leave less room for mistakes.

Meet the cast

Who are the key characters?

1

Hulk Hogan

A powerful crowd-favorite wrestler who relies on heavy strikes and signature attacks.

2

The Undertaker

A supernatural-themed wrestler with strong attacks and a dark presentation.

3

Shawn Michaels

A fast, agile wrestler built around quick attacks and mobility.

4

Lex Luger

A muscular power wrestler with forceful attacks.

5

Bam Bam Bigelow

A large, aggressive wrestler with explosive offense.

6

Doink the Clown

A trickster wrestler whose attacks reflect his clown persona.

7

Razor Ramon

A confident brawler with a hard-hitting attack style.

8

Yokozuna

A heavyweight wrestler emphasizing size and damaging attacks.

Before you begin

What should you know before playing?

  1. 1

    Use movement to create space before attempting a grapple.

  2. 2

    Watch the opponent’s recovery animation and counter during the opening.

  3. 3

    Try every wrestler because their speed, power, and attack patterns differ.

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