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Battle Royale
Developer(s)IGS
Publisher(s)Hudson Soft
Platform(s)TurboGrafx-16
Release1990
Genre(s)Wrestling, Fighting
Mode(s)Single-player, Multiplayer (up to 5 players)

Battle Royale is a professional wrestling video game developed by IGS and published by Hudson Soft for the TurboGrafx-16 home console. It was released in North America in 1990. The game allows up to five players to compete simultaneously, a feature that was relatively rare for home console games at the time.

Gameplay

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Battle Royale features gameplay similar to professional wrestling matches, with players controlling wrestlers and competing to defeat their opponents. The game supports up to five players simultaneously, using the TurboGrafx-16's multitap accessory, allowing for chaotic, free-for-all action. Players can choose from various fictional wrestlers, each with unique moves and fighting styles.

Matches take place in a wrestling ring, and players can win by pinfall, submission, or by eliminating their opponents by throwing them out of the ring. The game features both single-player and multiplayer modes, with the latter being the primary attraction due to the high player count.

Reception

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Battle Royale received mixed reviews upon release. The multiplayer aspect was praised for its novelty and the fun it provided during group play[1], but the graphics and gameplay were often seen as basic and repetitive. Despite this, the game has garnered a following among retro gaming enthusiasts, particularly for its unique place in the TurboGrafx-16 library.

Legacy

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While Battle Royale did not receive sequels or major recognition in the broader video game market, it remains a notable title for fans of the TurboGrafx-16. Its multiplayer capabilities and focus on chaotic wrestling matches make it a standout title in the console's catalog, appealing to those who enjoy retro multiplayer games.

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "The Grappling Gamer: Battle Royale". Merchandise&Memories. Retrieved 2024-10-24.
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Category:1990 video games Category:TurboGrafx-16 games Category:Multiplayer video games Category:Hudson Soft games Category:North America-exclusive video games