AEW: Fight Forever

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6.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 34 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 34
  3. Negative: 11 out of 34

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  1. gorkem01
    Jul 4, 2023
    10
    in my opinion the best wrestling game ever.I think it's one of the best wrestling games, of course it has some problems, but I think it gives what no 2k game can give mechanically, I think it's a legendary start, congratulations
  2. Toshi_inu
    Jul 4, 2023
    8
    Entretenido juego pero le falta mejoras, ya dijeron que con el tiempo iban a corregir y agregar mecánicas al videojuego
  3. UltimaOG
    Jul 1, 2023
    8
    AEW Fight Forever is a blast from the past for fans of WWF No Mercy, WCW vs NWO World Tour, or even Def Jam Vendetta - all of which were developed by Yuke's. It is a polished, 2023 version of those games, and is an arcade game through and through. That said, it still has TONS of over the top content, such as 49 weapons, blood and gore galore, a completely interactive and destructibleAEW Fight Forever is a blast from the past for fans of WWF No Mercy, WCW vs NWO World Tour, or even Def Jam Vendetta - all of which were developed by Yuke's. It is a polished, 2023 version of those games, and is an arcade game through and through. That said, it still has TONS of over the top content, such as 49 weapons, blood and gore galore, a completely interactive and destructible environment around the ring, hidden unlockable wrestlers in the story mode, NO VIRTUAL CURRENCY YOU PURCHASE WITH REAL MONEY (hello 2K?), and extra content that will allow you to create facsimiles of NJPW wrestlers and some missing AEW talent. And the Title Belts change hands if you beat the champions in SP Exhibition, so I already have all the real, current AEW champions with their actual belts (including a Toni Storm that I had to create myself).

    The geeks giving this game a ZERO are either comparing it too much to WWE 2K23, which is a simulation of the TV shows, or they're just toxic WWE trolls (they're like the Snyder fans of wrestling). If you're reading reviews, then listen to the ones that rate this game higher, because they're more accurate in this case.    … Expand
  4. carlcharlbury
    Jul 1, 2023
    10
    This is the best wrestling game I have played in a very long time. It is a faithful recreation and modernization of the AKI engine. The long wait and lack of content (for now) are due to the developers animating all the moves by hand, which is time-consuming compared to the motion capture of most modern sports games. It was a labor of love, and it hits the ball out of the park where itThis is the best wrestling game I have played in a very long time. It is a faithful recreation and modernization of the AKI engine. The long wait and lack of content (for now) are due to the developers animating all the moves by hand, which is time-consuming compared to the motion capture of most modern sports games. It was a labor of love, and it hits the ball out of the park where it counts; the gameplay.

    The graphics are charming and help define the vibe of this game. Video games don't have to look like real life to be good or visually appealing—examples: WWF No Mercy, Super Mario Bros. 3, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Pong, etc.

    I can't wait to see what AEW Games has lined up for this title in the future, and I am hopeful there will be a stampede of content coming.

    I received a review copy for this review.    … Expand
  5. Birleone
    Jul 4, 2023
    8
    This is genuinely a very good game. I'm not surprised some of the reviews are bad, but don't let that affect your decision making. I must admit at first I was almost swayed by reviews on YouTube. But when I picked it up I had so much fun. And that is what this game brings, FUN. I'm not looking for slow, boring and over grindy games like the recent 2k series. I just want to have fun. We allThis is genuinely a very good game. I'm not surprised some of the reviews are bad, but don't let that affect your decision making. I must admit at first I was almost swayed by reviews on YouTube. But when I picked it up I had so much fun. And that is what this game brings, FUN. I'm not looking for slow, boring and over grindy games like the recent 2k series. I just want to have fun. We all do!

    Now that is not to say the game does not have its flaws. it does. like the limited options to create/customize a character, the few match options etc... But get this, this is the first in what will be a long and promising series. the Dev's of this game have a proven track record in wrestling games, so I hardly doubt they will drop the ball with this.

    AEW Fight Forever is a really good and fun game. IT IS WORTH YOUR TIME.    … Expand
  6. Maxpas
    Jul 1, 2023
    10
    Not the best graphics and entrance is short but gameplay is awesome. Every match is interesting. Jericho, Hardy, Punk are amazing.
  7. fs23
    Jul 2, 2023
    8
    La propuesta del juego de AEW genero muchas expectativas las cual al jugar mis primeras horas puedo decir que se cumplieron e incluso en varios aspectos fueron superadas, si hay algo en lo cual se le puede criticar es en el modelado (no gráficos) de los personajes y algunas mecánicas que al ser calcadas de videojuegos retro no calzan de la mejor manera en la actualidad como es el hecho deLa propuesta del juego de AEW genero muchas expectativas las cual al jugar mis primeras horas puedo decir que se cumplieron e incluso en varios aspectos fueron superadas, si hay algo en lo cual se le puede criticar es en el modelado (no gráficos) de los personajes y algunas mecánicas que al ser calcadas de videojuegos retro no calzan de la mejor manera en la actualidad como es el hecho de esprintar y bloquear, pese a lo tosco que puede llegar a ser, sin dudas cada combate se siente espectacular y la variedad de movidas con la libertad que te da el juego genera una experiencia satisfactoria con bastante contenido que incluso se ira actualizando de manera gratuita.… Expand
  8. Bandeth
    Jul 3, 2023
    8
    Really fun game with room for improvement in the future.

    The story mode is good and the playstyle offers a break from WWE's more sports video game approach, I find the matches themselves offer a more fun experience than 2k's approach, but 2k has a much more varied customizer and more match types.
  9. Stxrudeboy
    Jul 3, 2023
    10
    Base game is FANTASTIC. Throw back to the AKI days. While lacking depth, gameplay is fun, easy to pick up, more challenging to master.
  10. untouchabo
    Jul 18, 2023
    10
    This game has amazingly easy-to-pick-up and-play gameplay, that belies an extremely deep and multifaceted set of systems and timings that give a veteran the area to utilize their advantage. It is lacking features, but it's 2023 and they talked about that. Read about how they plan to "no man's sky" the game. This was just a proof of concept that the gameplay is far superior to anything elseThis game has amazingly easy-to-pick-up and-play gameplay, that belies an extremely deep and multifaceted set of systems and timings that give a veteran the area to utilize their advantage. It is lacking features, but it's 2023 and they talked about that. Read about how they plan to "no man's sky" the game. This was just a proof of concept that the gameplay is far superior to anything else out there. They succeeded and already dropped more wrestlers and have shown the new battle royal match.… Expand

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68

Mixed or average reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. Hooked Gamers
    Aug 8, 2023
    65
    In the end, people will remember Fight Forever in one of two ways: either as a missed opportunity or as a stepping stone to something great. For something akin to a freshman effort, it has a lot to offer, and might be more of a victim of circumstances than anything else. Its largest competition is coming off a great game, and even though the styles are different, there's still an element of trying to simulate something fake connecting the two. With reports coming out that development was scaled back during its many delays, there's no doubt that the version we got was the best we could expect in a timely manner. These elements combined to make something fun in the moment, but possibly forgettable shortly after. If it hopes to have legs, it's going to need more free updates (like the announced battle royale mode that looks as ludicrous as it sounds) to entice its players to stick around. When you're in the action, though, you can practically see the CRT and corded controllers connecting you to the dropkicks and pins. For better or worse.
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  2. Hardcore Gamer
    Jul 5, 2023
    70
    Overall, AEW: Fight Forever is a fantastic pickup for fans of the company who want to experience many of its roster in video game form for the first time, but it does lack the polish of not only past and present WWE games, but other Yuke’s titles as well. The foundation is solid, but the package is a bit bare-bones and match flow isn’t on-par with what one would expect for a roster full of talent known for epic matches. The core action is fun, as is the story mode — which is one area Yuke’s topples any modern-day WWE game in. Casual wrestling game fans are probably fine staying with WWE’s offerings, while those wanting a faster-paced experience will be right at home with Fight Forever.
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  3. PC Games
    Jun 30, 2023
    50
    Wrestling-experts Yuke's put the focus on old-fashioned, tried and tested wrestling action with AEW Fight Forever. They however failed to add anything new or distinct to the genre.
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