Fire Pro Wrestling Returns

 PlayStation 2
Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
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  1. GameSpot
    70
    Fire Pro Wrestling Returns is archaic, arduous, and arcane, but is it fun? Absolutely.
  2. IGN
    70
    The fact that you can create your own shows, rings, belts, logos, superstars and more means that if you dig the game's style of grappling, there are literally thousands of things for you to do. However, this game is far from being for everyone.
  3. GamesRadar+
    70
    Fire Pro Wrestling Returns is overtly geared for wrestling fanatics. That fact, coupled with its ridiculously cheap price tag, will be enough for the hardcore to give it a go, but casual wrestling fans will probably tap out.
  5. Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    50
    Don't expect much in the way of graphics and sound innovation; there isn't any. [Jan 2008, p.86]
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Awards & Rankings

17
#17 Best PS2 Game of 2007
42
#42 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2007
14
#14 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2007

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User Score
8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 18 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 18
  3. Negative: 2 out of 18
  1. reviewMAN44
    Apr 26, 2014
    10
    The God of Wrestling Games. Hands down the best. I remember being so amazed the first time I played this. I still learn new things about theThe God of Wrestling Games. Hands down the best. I remember being so amazed the first time I played this. I still learn new things about the game today. I know it's 2014 already but no game has topped this yet. WWE 2K14 is really good and I love it it's my favorite WWE game but it's not as good as FPR. I'm telling you go buy this. It's on the PSN Store for $10 and it's worth $100.… Full Review »
  2. WSSJESS
    May 5, 2013
    8
    Unlike other games like smackdown, the TNA's and others during it's time and after, this game contains a huge roster, tons of moves andUnlike other games like smackdown, the TNA's and others during it's time and after, this game contains a huge roster, tons of moves and customization. Unfortunately it is 2D and takes some getting used to when it comes to the moves you can do.
    Your patience and time practicing will pay off as it is an addicting game.
    Right now this is one of my favorites, up there with the No Mercy's and Wrestlemania 2000's.    … Full Review »
  3. KletassVanDam
    Dec 28, 2012
    10
    If I was stranded on a desert island, and could only choose one game to keep with me, this would be it. If you're a wrestling fan, you'llIf I was stranded on a desert island, and could only choose one game to keep with me, this would be it. If you're a wrestling fan, you'll completely appreciate how setting up feuds and leagues and tournaments never gets old. The level of creation and customization is staggering. Just about every move you've ever seen on TV is represented or has a close equivalent in the master list. Plenty of match types and you can create your own championships. Easy to play and learn, moves are based on precise timing, not button mashing or anything the current WWE games are forcing us to do, like stopping a fast moving icon in a specific part of a bar to escape a move. There is a basic reversal system, and the big moves are easy to pull off. One of the neatest features is the CRITICAL! system where certain moves can cause an immediate injury or knockout at complete random. They are semi-rare, and will always surprise you when it happens. Older style graphics may seem lame to some, but it allows for more sprites on the screen (8-man tag match, anyone?) and fast loading. Check out fireproclub.com for more info and a helpful community for sharing creations and tips. BTW, there are over 500 slots for your created characters, so you can create just about anyone you want, and have room to keep them!… Full Review »
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