Legends of Wrestling

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: Acclaim
  • Release Date: Dec 3, 2001
Metascore
55

Mixed or average reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 24
  3. Negative: 7 out of 24
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  1. Operation Sports
    72
    Where's the Ultimate Warrior, Ric Flair, Dave Boy Smith, Hakeem the African Dream, Bushwhackers, Killer Bees, Jake "The Snake" Roberts, Big John Studd, Andre the Giant, and others?
  2. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    72
    Maybe I’m sadistic, but it’s the funniest stuff I’ve seen in a long time. [Feb 2002, p.152]
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  3. GameSpy
    70
    One thing I will say is that Acclaim has the beginnings of a game engine and gameplay model that could really kick some serious butt if they just take the time to implement more modes and tweak what's already there.
  5. Yahoo!
    70
    It is fair to say that had Legends of Wrestling possessed the wealth of options present in the aforementioned "Smackdown," it would be the ultimate wrestlefest.
  6. GameZone
    70
    A big part of the game’s failure lies in the controls that seem so difficult at times that performing any move, no matter how simple, can become a grueling experience for gamers thinking the game’s arcade style makes for easy character control.
  7. TotalGames.net
    66
    Don’t get us wrong we don’t hate Legends Of Wrestling 2. As a wrestling game it’s original and fun in places, it’s just not essential. One for wrestling’s die-hard veterans.
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  8. Game Informer
    63
    Some great ideas (art style, reversal system), but it still can’t hang. [Feb 2002, p.85]
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  9. PSX Nation
    60
    If you know the names Von Erich’s, The Iron Sheik or One Man Gang, then you might add a point here.
  10. PSM Magazine
    60
    The game can often feel painfully slow. [Feb 2002, p.38]
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  11. Playboy
    60
    Unless you're desperate to see Captain Lou Albano in action again (and who isn't?), scant reason for a purchase presents itself. Casual wrestling fans can pass.
  12. BBC Sport
    56
    When you press a button to pull off a move there's far too long a wait for any action, and the game actually builds up a queue which can mean you are waiting for moves to happen before you can continue.
  13. Sports Gaming Network
    55
    There is nothing really good about this game except for the ability to wrestle with your favorite old-timers, as boring as that experience may be.
  14. GameSpot
    53
    Some of the greatest wrestlers from decades past are making their first-ever appearance in a video game, and that in itself is exciting. However, the lack of match variety, the sloppy control, and the poor overall execution make Legends of Wrestling a rental at best.
  15. Game Revolution
    50
    But in the end, Acclaim has exceeded my expectations. Given, those expectations were very, very low to begin with.
  16. Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
    50
    The game is very mechanical…and it’s so…painfully…slow. [Feb 2002, p.108]
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Awards & Rankings

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#93 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2001

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User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 17 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 17
  3. Negative: 2 out of 17
  1. Robbie
    Oct 27, 2002
    10
    To be honest, once i began playing LOW, I have totally forgot the SD! controls. LOL :) Anyway, a kicking game with a lot of potential. Pretty To be honest, once i began playing LOW, I have totally forgot the SD! controls. LOL :) Anyway, a kicking game with a lot of potential. Pretty cool entrances with cool variations! A must have, long time wrestling fan or not.… Full Review »
  2. JosephW.
    May 31, 2002
    10
    I like it, could be a better gameplay, but for a cd based game, it is fun and once used to the buttons it is challenging.
  3. Sully
    May 29, 2002
    4
    I like some of the characters on this game but what is up with the controls? It has a very bad lack of controls and entrances. And when you I like some of the characters on this game but what is up with the controls? It has a very bad lack of controls and entrances. And when you grab the rope, the person is not even touching it and it calls a rope break. I body slammed someone in a 3-way match and the other person fell too. I only like this game because of the wrestlers like Road Warriors and Hulk Hogan and Rob Van Dam and some others. I think this game lacks wrestlers like Andre the Giant and lacks controls. The next game needs to be fixed if there are people going to pay for Legends of Wrestling 2 (if they have one).… Full Review »
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