WCW Nitro (1998) for PlayStation and later N64/PC attempted to capture the Monday Nitro phenomenon with flashy presentation and a roster of WCW stars, including Hogan, Sting, and the nWo. The game leaned heavily on branding, entrances, and character likenesses, giving fans the excitement of WCW’s televised product.

Unfortunately, gameplay was shallow, relying on awkward controls and repetitive move sets. Moves required memorizing long button combinations, frustrating many players. While it looked the part, with vibrant arenas and wrestler-specific taunts, it lacked the depth or smoothness of AKI’s competing N64 titles. Multiplayer chaos carried some fun, but the core mechanics were stiff and unsatisfying.

WCW Nitro is remembered more for its marketing and style than its mechanics. It’s often cited as an example of late-’90s wrestling games that prioritized flash over substance, especially when compared to AKI’s superior offerings.