Description

"Virtual Pro Wrestling 2: Ōdō Keishō" is a professional wrestling video game developed by AKI Corporation and released in 2000 exclusively for the Nintendo 64. Only released in Japan, the game is the sequel to "Virtual Pro Wrestling 64" and is considered one of the most detailed and intricate wrestling games of its era. Set in an expansive wrestling world, the game features a roster of over 100 wrestlers from various wrestling promotions around the globe, including representations of real-life stars from New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW), All Japan Pro Wrestling (AJPW), and other international organizations. Players can engage in a variety of match types, ranging from standard one-on-one bouts to more complex events like battle royals and elimination matches.

Gameplay in "Virtual Pro Wrestling 2: Ōdō Keishō" is highly praised for its depth and realism, building upon the engine used in AKI’s critically acclaimed "WCW vs. nWo: World Tour" and "WWF WrestleMania 2000". The game introduces a unique grappling system that is timing-based, requiring players to master the subtleties of controlling their wrestlers at just the right moment to execute powerful moves and counterattacks. This title also adds more strategic elements like mixed martial arts fighting styles and a robust edit mode where players can customize wrestlers, creating personalized athletes and even tweaking movesets and appearance. This level of customization, combined with its engaging gameplay mechanics, has helped the game attain a cult following among wrestling fans and retro gaming enthusiasts alike.