WCW: World Championship Wrestling

February 1, 1990 Nichibutsu Pony Canyon, Fujisankei Communications International
Sport
NES
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WCW: World Championship Wrestling is a wrestling title based on the National Wrestling Alliance. Players can choose from licensed wrestlers including Ric Flair, Sting, Lex Luger, Ricky Steamboat, Hawk, Animal, and Rick Steiner. It features singles and tag team matches, with players competing in ring-based grappling and striking contests.
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Release Date February 1, 1990
Developer Nichibutsu
Publisher Pony Canyon, Fujisankei Communications International
Game Modes Single player, Split screen
Perspective Side view