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During the early 1990s, the world of Japanese professional wrestling—specifically Joshi Puroresu (women's wrestling)—experienced a massive boom in popularity. While many wrestling games of the era focused on male-dominated rosters, JWP Joshi Pro Wrestling: Pure Wrestle Queens arrived as a dedicated tribute to the fierce competitors of the JWP (Japan Women's Pro-Wrestling) Project. Released exclusively in Japan for the Super Famicom, this title offered fans a chance to take control of their favorite female icons in a genre that was often underserved in terms of gender diversity. For retro gaming enthusiasts and wrestling historians alike, it stands as a fascinating snapshot of a golden age in the sport.
Unlike RPGs or adventure games, JWP Joshi Pro Wrestling: Pure Wrestle Queens does not feature a fictional narrative. Instead, its "story" is the real-world history and competitive spirit of the JWP promotion itself. JWP was formed in 1992 following a split from the original Japan Women's Pro-Wrestling organization, and the game captures the promotion at the height of its early success. The setting is the professional wrestling circuit, where the goal is simple: rise through the ranks, win championships, and prove who the true "Pure Wrestle Queen" is. The atmosphere is authentically Japanese, reflecting the televised presentations and arena aesthetics of the time, providing a window into the culture of 90s Joshi wrestling.
At its core, the game is a technical wrestling simulator that utilizes the 16-bit hardware of the Super Famicom to deliver surprisingly deep mechanics. Players can choose from a roster composed entirely of JWP stars, including legends such as Dynamite Kansai, Mayumi Ozaki, Cutie Suzuki, and Devil Masami. Each wrestler features a unique move set reflecting their real-life counterparts, ranging from high-flying aerial maneuvers to bone-crunching powerbombs.
The game offers several distinct modes to keep players engaged. The Versus Mode allows for quick exhibition matches against the CPU or a friend, while the Tag Team Mode emphasizes the promotion's famous focus on duo dynamics and double-team maneuvers. For those seeking a longer challenge, the tournament style modes require players to navigate a series of matches to claim a title. The gameplay relies on a combination of rhythmic timing and button combinations for grapples, a system that rewarded skill over mere button mashing. Additionally, the options menu allows players to tweak match settings, ensuring a customized experience for both casual players and hardcore wrestling fans.
This game was released on the Super Famicom platform, specifically targeting the Japanese market.
JWP Joshi Pro Wrestling: Pure Wrestle Queens holds a special place in the history of sports video games. It was one of the few titles of its era to feature an all-female roster without leaning into parody or non-sporting gimmicks. It treated its subjects with the same respect and technical rigor as the Fire Pro Wrestling or King of Colosseum series. While it never received an official international release, the game became a popular item for importers and remains a sought-after title for collectors of Super Famicom wrestling games. It paved the way for future Joshi-focused titles and helped establish a blueprint for how women's sports could be represented with dignity and depth in the medium.