Blazing Tornado

Description

Released in 1995 for the SEGA Saturn, Blazing Tornado is an unforgettable wrestling game of its era with an impressive dose of Japanese aesthetics and gameplay mechanics. This game from developer studio Human Entertainment showcases what could be achieved in one of the most functional game styles even back then. Blazing Tornado, also known by its Japanese title "UWF: International Blazing Tornado", combines a novel action experience with a deep knowledge of the wrestling world.

The game itself presents a wealth of choices between several fictional but well-designed wrestlers, each with their own unique skills and fighting techniques. Players can expect a variety of wrestling styles, from technical wrestling moves to brutal, raw attacks. There is no doubt that the developers have paid attention to detail and captured the spirit of sports entertainment in the ring. The animations are fluid, with each movement sequence of the wrestlers looking authentic and dynamic, adding to the sense of realism during the gameplay experience.

The game's graphics are excellent for the time, especially thanks to the capabilities of the SEGA Saturn console. While the visuals may look dated today, in 1995 it was the height of technological capability. The colour palette and details of the rings and characters are well rendered and add to the vibrancy of the game. The soundtrack boasts authentic ring sounds, exciting musical themes and cheers from fans, adding to the overall feeling of being in the middle of an exciting arena.

One of the most engaging aspects of Blazing Tornado is its game mode. It offers players a variety of options, including a career mode where they can push their way up the ranks, or multiplayer battles that allow them to match up against friends. This multiplayer component adds a competitive element to the game that makes it a challenge not only for the player's skill alone, but also for their strategic spirit and tactical thinking.

While Blazing Tornado may not be as well known or widespread as some other wrestling games of its time, its fairly balanced gameplay and fidelity to wrestling culture make it a hidden gem among fans of the genre. So if you don't mind graphics that match the technological capabilities of the 1990s and appreciate the challenge and depth of gameplay that Blazing Tornado offers, this is definitely a title worth checking out. Human Entertainment has created a piece here that is ahead of its time in its own way and still delivers energetic and memorable fun.