Nintendo Entertainment System · Sports
WWF King of the Ring
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | LJN |
| Publisher | LJN |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | WWF |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 9 |
Developed by LJN, WWF King of the Ring arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1993 as a sports game.
It landed about 8 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1993 include Kirby's Adventure, Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers 2 and DuckTales 2. Among the 132 NES sports games in our database, it ranks #13 by legacy score.
It is part of the WWF series; on the NES you can also try WWF WrestleMania, WWF WrestleMania Challenge and WWF WrestleMania: Steel Cage Challenge. The series also appears on other systems with WWF WrestleMania: The Arcade Game (SNES) and WWF WrestleMania: The Arcade Game (32X). LJN also made The Uncanny X-Men, Gotcha! The Sport! and Bill & Ted's Excellent Video Game Adventure for the NES.
WWF King of the Ring supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing WWF King of the Ring is like
Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.
Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
WWF King of the Ring cheats & codes
11 codes on file (Game Genie, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Both Players Have Infinite Energy | VZUUIVOO |
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WWF King of the Ring walkthroughs & guides
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Playing NES games today
NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
WWF King of the Ring FAQ
When did WWF King of the Ring come out on the NES?
WWF King of the Ring was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1993.
Who made WWF King of the Ring?
It was developed by LJN.
Is WWF King of the Ring multiplayer?
Yes. WWF King of the Ring supports up to 2 players.
How long does WWF King of the Ring take to play?
As a sports game, WWF King of the Ring typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about WWF King of the Ring on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.