Professional wrestling simulation renowned for its depth and respect for real wrestling mechanics. The complex grappling system and wrestler customisation are exemplary. The genre benchmark on PS2, appreciated by wrestling purists since release.
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Sports2 players12+
Description
A 2005 Japanese pro-wrestling sim by Spike, the tenth Fire Pro Wrestling and considered by many to be the genre's finest 2D entry. Over three hundred wrestlers built in, an unusually deep character creator and a ruthless timing-based system where every move has to be earned with precise input.
Fire Pro Wrestling Returns review
3/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Polished"
3/5
Music
★★★★★
"Memorable"
1/5
Story
★★★★★
"Anecdotal"
Gameplay
"Excellent"
Fun
"Pleasant"
Addictiveness
"Captivating"
Difficulty
"Easy"
Lifespan
"Massive"
The series' culmination, this entry brings together a teeming roster and an editor of mad depth, ripe for custom-built federations. Mastering the hundreds of holds, running careers and creating your wrestlers fills countless hours. That richness of content and customisation founds a longevity wrestling purists keep alive endlessly.
Technical info
💾0,62 GB📅15/09/2005
Published by Spike
Fire Pro Wrestling Returns (PS2) price, value & rarity
Is Fire Pro Wrestling Returns still worth playing in 2026?
A Japanese wrestling simulation from Spike, Fire Pro Wrestling Returns crowns the long series with a timing system at the heart of grapples, a huge roster of customisable wrestlers and an editor of rare depth. The depth of the grappling, the fidelity to the sport and the community of creations make it a genre bible for purists. The 2D sprites and the demanding timing learning curve put off fans of immediate action. A wrestling reference to recommend for fans of technical grappling and customisation.
