WCW Nitro vs WWF WrestleMania 2000
Side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, ratings, and alternatives.
Step into the ring with over 60 WCW and NWO superstars in the fastest wrestling game ever brought to the PC. Fight in iconic arenas like Monday Nitro, Starrcade, and Halloween Havoc, plus dozens of hidden locations and secret run‑in characters. Experience singles, tag team, and battle‑royale modes with split‑screen multiplayer, dozens of signature moves, taunts, and finishers that capture the excitement of 1990s professional wrestling.
WWF WrestleMania 2000 lets you choose from a roster of 15 iconic wrestlers, including Steve Austin, The Rock, and Triple‑H, to battle in single, tag‑team, or career modes. Experience fast‑paced action with split‑screen multiplayer for up to four players on the same console. Compete for the WWF Championship in Career mode, master each superstar's signature moves, and challenge friends in head‑to‑head matches. The game blends classic fighting mechanics with sports‑style presentation, delivering an authentic wrestling experience for fans and gamers alike.
- Large roster of over 60 wrestlers
- Multiple match types including battle royale
- Hidden arenas add replay value
- Split‑screen multiplayer for local play
- Large roster of iconic WWF wrestlers
- Multiple game modes including career and tag‑team
- Split‑screen multiplayer for up to four players
- Fast, responsive controls
- Outdated graphics by modern standards
- Limited AI sophistication
- Steep learning curve for move combos
- Graphics are dated by modern standards
- Limited platform availability
- No online multiplayer support
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The Verdict
AI-generated from listing dataWCW Nitro offers a larger wrestler roster and family‑friendly rating but lower critical scores, while WWF WrestleMania 2000 delivers higher reviews, career mode and support for up to four local players.
Key differences
- •Roster size: Nitro >60 wrestlers vs WrestleMania 15 wrestlers
- •Critic scores: Nitro 45/100 vs WrestleMania 70/100
- •Game modes: Nitro includes battle‑royale; WrestleMania adds career mode
- •Multiplayer capacity: Nitro split‑screen for 2, WrestleMania split‑screen for up to 4
- •Age rating: Nitro ESRB E, WrestleMania ESRB T
Gameplay & fun factor
WrestleMania 2000 has higher critic score (70) and a career mode, indicating more polished and varied gameplay.
Platform availability
Nitro explicitly mentions PC availability; WrestleMania notes limited platform availability, making Nitro the safer choice.
Pricing & value
Both are one‑time paid titles; only Nitro’s price ($49.99) is listed, so value cannot be directly compared.
Multiplayer / co‑op
WrestleMania supports up to four players split‑screen, whereas Nitro supports only two.
Content & replayability
Nitro offers >60 wrestlers, hidden arenas, and a battle‑royale mode, providing broader variety.
Difficulty & accessibility
Nitro is ESRB E and noted for a steep learning curve but simpler AI, making it more accessible to younger players.
Graphics & performance
Both games are described as having dated graphics; no clear advantage is stated.
Choose WCW Nitro if…
Players who want a huge wrestler roster, family‑friendly rating, and simple local two‑player action.
Choose WWF WrestleMania 2000 if…
Players who prioritize higher reviews, career progression, and up to four‑player local matches.
Common questions
Which game has a better critical reputation?
WWF WrestleMania 2000 has a critic score of 70/100, compared to WCW Nitro's 45/100.
Can I play with more than two friends locally?
Yes, WrestleMania 2000 supports up to four players split‑screen; Nitro only supports two.
Is either game suitable for younger children?
WCW Nitro is rated ESRB E (Everyone), while WrestleMania 2000 is rated ESRB T (Teen).