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Showdown: Legends of Wrestling
Showdown: Legends of WrestlingBattle legends in the ring with over 70 iconic wrestlers.
WWE Legends of WrestleMania
WWE Legends of WrestleManiaRelive the golden era of WWE with legendary wrestlers and managers
Overview
Description

Showdown: Legends of Wrestling lets you pit more than 70 of the greatest wrestlers from history against each other in classic and extreme match types. From tables to ladders, cages to battle royals, the game delivers a variety of brutal, fast‑paced action. The era‑based career mode guides you through a path of pain, letting you unlock classic feuds, customize your own wrestler, and master the Ready‑To‑Brawl control scheme for authentic wrestling combat.

Step back into the iconic 80s and 90s WWE scene, controlling over 40 legendary superstars and their managers in a grapple‑based fighting system that captures the drama of classic matches. Authentic telecasts, signature entrances, and historic venues bring the nostalgia of vintage WrestleMania to life.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Fighting Games
Fighting Games
Best for
Wrestling fans and fighting game enthusiasts
WWE fans and fighting game enthusiasts
Specifications
General
msrp
$59.99
$59.99
release date
2004-06-22
2009-03-19
Specifications
developer
Acclaim Studios Austin
Yuke's
publisher
Acclaim Entertainment
THQ
age rating
ESRB T
ESRB T
multiplayer
Single player, Split screen
Single player, Multiplayer, Split screen
critic score
68/100
72/100+6%
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Huge roster of over 70 iconic wrestlers
  • Diverse match types keep gameplay fresh
  • Robust career mode with era‑based storyline
  • Split‑screen multiplayer for local competition
  • Extensive roster of 80s/90s WWE legends
  • Authentic vintage presentation and commentary
  • Robust create‑a‑legend system
  • Both online and split‑screen multiplayer options
Cons
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
  • Control scheme has a learning curve
  • Limited to PlayStation 2 platform
  • Graphics dated compared to modern titles
  • Limited platform availability
  • Learning curve for grapple combat system
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