THQ today announced the release of WWE WrestleFest, a faithfully recreated 2-D experience for iPhone and iPad based on the well-known WWE arcade game made popular in the 1990s. Complete with current-day WWE Superstars, prominent WWE Legends, an extensive downloadable content program, Road to WrestleMania progression play and multiplayer functionality, WWE WrestleFest is available now through Apple’s App Store for the suggested retail prices of US $2.99 (iPhone) and US $3.99 (iPad).
In addition today, THQ also announced WWE WrestleFest is in development for additional platforms, including Xbox LIVE Arcade for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation Network for the PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system, Android and PC, with a currently scheduled release window of calendar year 2012.
“WWE WrestleFest greatly complements our WWE videogames portfolio by delivering a unique and captivating way for fans to connect with the virtual WWE experience,” said Danny Bilson, Executive Vice President, Core Games, THQ. “The game’s arcade-style play, combined with present day WWE content and hints of nostalgia, is a perfect fit for handheld platforms like the iPhone and iPad.”
KEY FEATURES
- LEGENDARY ROSTER – Compete with a notable roster of current WWE Superstars and popular WWE Legends, including John Cena, The Rock, Randy Orton, “Stone Cold” Steve Austin, The Undertaker, Jake “The Snake” Roberts, Rey Mysterio and “Macho Man” Randy Savage
- RENOWNED ARENAS – Experience arcade-style WWE action in several well-known arenas, including Raw, SmackDown, WrestleMania, Royal Rumble and Saturday Night’s Main Event
- EXTENSIVE DOWNLOADABLE CONTENT – Update the WrestleFest experience every 30 days with new content, including WWE Superstars, CM Punk, Triple H, and Sheamus, WWE Legends Shawn Michaels and Big Boss Man, as well as the classic Survivor Series arena
- CLASSIC MATCH TYPES – Take on opponents in a variety of popular match types, including Royal Rumble, Steel Cage, Gauntlet, Tag Team and more
- ROAD TO WRESTLEMANIA – Select a WWE Superstar or WWE Legend and compete in a series of challenges to win five different WWE championships
- MULTIPLAYER MADNESS – Enjoy the WrestleFest experience with others by issuing challenges and competing against others via Apple Game Center wireless connectivity
