Super Fire Pro Wrestling 2 (1992) iterated smartly on its predecessor with more moves, tighter timing, and subtly improved AI that punished reckless play. The SNES presentation sparkled—cleaner arenas, sharper sprites, and UI flourishes that highlighted big moments without clutter. Roster variety invited style clashes that felt authentic to puroresu’s mix of mat work and high drama.

Creation tools were still rudimentary compared to later entries, but the groundwork for customization culture was being laid—fans began mapping real wrestlers onto homage slots with impressive fidelity. Match flow remained the series’ calling card: start small, escalate responsibly, and earn your finisher. Pauses between flurries let tension breathe, producing believable near-falls and reversals.

As a bridge to the era-defining “Special,” SFPW2 proved the formula had legs on 16-bit hardware and a dedicated audience hungry for depth. It’s a connoisseur’s favorite—disciplined, demanding, and rewarding.