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Patch 7 Has Come to RetroMania Wrestling

8/16/2026

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Patch 7 is finally out on all platforms! Here is the list of features and fixes.

General Bug Fixes:
  • Fixed layer issue with ropes when pinning on apron (falls count anywhere).
  • Fixed disappearing opponent after a Retro Rumble elimination.
  • Fixed issue where count out does not stop at end of match.
  • Fixed some nameplate issues on entrances when champions come to the ring.
  • Fixed bug in character select where two of the same wrestler could be seen.
  • Fixed issue with best two out of three falls match not resetting when using the end match menu to go back to the character select screen.
  • Fixed issue with full screen save settings.
  • Fixed crash related to Tournament mode save.
  • Fixed bug in Tournament promoter mode when changing a player.
  • Fixed crash with a weird p3 input issue.
  • Fixed pause screen issue when ending a match early.
  • Fixed a graphic issue on the “High Score” background.
  • Fixed crash with palette editor.
  • Fixed crash related to Animal gutwrench suplex in Retro Rumble.
  • Fixed crash with Austin Idols tombstone that happened rarely in some cases.
  • Fixed fatal error caused by running splash.
  • Fixed minor text issues on Championship menu.
  • Fixed bug in palette edit related to copy/paste.
  • Fixed bug with Nova facial hair in Customize.
  • Fixed bug with Jeff Cobb hair in Customize.
  • Fixed bug with Blue Meanie pants in Customize.
  • Fixed bug in House Show mode related to count out.
  • Fixed bug when changing from handheld to tv mode on Switch
  • General performance improvements.

Animation Updates:
  • Added Diagonal Kick Out - Generic sprites were made for this years ago, but the wrestler edits were never made (finally made them).
  • Adjusted Flying Stump Pull move when done on the apron.
  • Fixed animation of running leg drop of the victim flipping.
  • Added a pin to Johnny Retros apron to prone opponent inside of ring.
  • Updated running splash animation.
  • Added Referee animations for Count out of ring and Count for illegal wrestler to exit the ring.
  • Fixed overriding animations in some situations.
  • Fixed bug with Mr Hughes title animation.
  • Adjusted several other minor animations.

Gameplay:
  • Fixed Jeff Cobb Wrist clutch fisherman suplex from releasing early.
  • Updated House Show mode so a 1 vs 4 handicap match is no longer limited to 5 min which was almost impossible to win.
  • Fixed issue where Magnums crossbody pin could not be broken up by 3rd wrestler.
  • Changed some default button mapping on keyboard to make more sense.
  • Titles no longer change hands by count out.
  • Audit and adjust momentum on all moves. Some were not balanced.
  • Rehauled CPU logic to fix pathfinding issues related to wrestlers getting stuck outside the ring. (Super Big pain in a&%)
  • Added difficulty selection to Tournament and House Show mode when starting a new game.
  • You can now select Easy, Normal and Hard for these modes. We spent a lot of time trying to balance these as best we could. Hopefully this helps people who were having trouble. Keep in mind the main Gameplay options still dictate Story, Retro Rumble, and Versus modes.

Other:
  • Overhaul to attract mode that adds examples of gameplay and wrestlers.
  • Added camera control icons to control mapping screen.
  • Added new loading screens
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Patch 4 - What's to Come for RetroMania Wrestling's DLC

10/21/2025

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Patch 4 for RetroMania Wrestling

All, we are in the final testing of Patch 4. For those Steam players who want to test out the beta (you must already own the game and the DLC) the password is "patch4beta2025."

Assuming we get our testing done the rest of today and through the night (we have some people in different time zones who will be testing tonight), we hope to submit for certification tomorrow. Based on previous experience, it will take 3-6 business days to get approval and get it in your hands.

We're already working on Patch 5 as we already have a list of items we want/need to address.

Again, thanks to anyone who has submitted a bug. The initial response to the DLC has been amazing, and everyone has really helped to make the game even better.

Patch 4 Release Notes (Preview):

General Bug Fixes

  • Crowd sound control does not apply to the lose screen
  • Fix win in every arena achievement so it only counts the original ones before the DLC
  • Character Select Screen transition bug
  • Other menu issue with some transitions

Gameplay Updates / Fixes

  • Levitating bug on some wrestlers when a specific sequence happens
  • AI Tag partner will come into the ring to break up a pin but does not always do something.
  • AI wrestler follows opponent onto the apron when opponent tags. He re-enters the ring straight away

Animation Adjustments / Fixes

  • Smash's arm lock is glitchy (strong + right finisher)
  • Magnum's running cross body pin has an animation issue
  • Spinning Toehold is also missing a sprite and general animation issue with this move
  • Sunset flip sprite issue.
  • Add impact to Mr. Hughes fist drop. Right now the opponent on the ground does not move.
  • Wrestlers are doing the wobble walk in certain arenas when exiting from a Rumble - Ballroom - Fandom
  • Macho Man's "knee to back" is glitchy when performed near the ropes (left side of ring) (Was not fixed completely in last patch)
  • Double Clubs to Back - can tagged wrestler walk a little slower to position? he moves pretty quickly
  • Gorilla Press from tie up (strong+up) - victim is out of position, needs to be raised enough so RW arm stub is covered
  • Magnum One Hand Pin 4th sprite needed wrist band re positioned

Tournament Mode

  • FATAL ERROR in promoter mode when final match is a dq - singles and tag
  • Kings Cup when winning a match it gets counted as a loss in some situations
  • Tag Team Classic tournament bug - Wrong team showed winning the match
  • Tournament Singles - characters don't grey out if both wrestlers are disqualified on this part of the bracket
  • Tournament Bug: Wrestlers get swapped in brackets in 2nd rounds
  • In Tournament mode - in CPU vs CPU matches, if you pause the game at the start of the match, un-pause and then skip the match - the match will end without the Wrestler's ending theme.
  • Fatal Error in Promoter mode when there is a Double Count Out

House Show Mode

  • Chose Ax in rumble and when it started not in the ring yet and when pressed a button it exited the match and went to the loss screen

Retro Rumble

  • Fatal error - Rumble mode when setting up an all AI match and not selecting all 8 participants

New Feature

  • Add option to Disable camera controls on right stick and LT and RT. NOW WORKS
  • Add option to Disable screen shake
- Mike Hermann, Retrosoft Studios
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The Latest Update on the Nintendo Switch DLC

10/3/2025

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"In our haste to get the latest update out to the Switch, we introduced a bug late in the process. Unfortunately, it got through our QA team. So far this only affects the Retro Rumble, which will crash. We are aware of the issue and will be working this weekend to get a Patch submitted for review ASAP."

-Mike Hermann, Retrosoft Studios
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The DLC is Almost Ready for Switch

10/2/2025

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The latest update on the RetroMania Wrestling DLC for the Switch:

“We passed Cert and have one more approval left, and we will be good to go. The base update for Switch (NOT the DLC) is going live tomorrow morning.

This update provides the following changes to the base game:
  • New Tag Team mechanics
  • Several new tag team moves
  • New Drop down and leap frog system
  • New Dog Pile pins
  • New Walk speed option to slow down the game play
  • New Run Collision option
  • New animations for a bunch of existing moves
  • New camera modes (which allow close up action)
  • New damaged Hud portraits
  • Ability to hide the HUD
  • Various Bug fixes

The DLC should be available for purchase on the Switch within a couple of days at most.
Please enjoy the new features and bug fixes of the update and get ready for the DLC. Again, sorry for the delay and thanks everyone for your continued support and patience.
The reaction to the DLC on the other platforms has been amazing so everyone waiting on the Switch release has something great coming to them!”

- Mike Hermann, Retrosoft Studios
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New RetroMania Wrestling DLC Available Now

9/30/2025

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The new RetroMania Wrestling DLC is now live on Xbox, PlayStation, and Steam! For our Nintendo Switch players, the DLC is experiencing a slight delay and will be available shortly. As soon as the date for that is announced, we'll let everyone know!

Here are the non-DLC updates:
  • New Tag Team mechanics
  • Several new tag team moves
  • New Drop down and leap frog system
  • New Dog Pile pins
  • New Walk speed option o slow down the game play
  • New Run Collision option
  • New animations for a bunch of existing moves
  • New camera modes (which allow close up action)
  • New damaged HUD portraits
  • Ability to hide the HUD
  • Various bug fixes

And here are the DLC additions!
  • 6 new playable wrestlers: Macho Man Randy Savage, Ax and Smash of Demolition, Magnum T.A., and Ricky Morton and Robert Gibson of the Rock 'n' Roll Express
  • 3 new stages
  • 6 new Handicap match types
  • New House Show game mode - Arcade or Promoter (play random events of multiple matches for a high score)
  • New Tournament mode - Arcade or Promoter (both singles and tag team tournaments)
  • New Wrestler Gear Customizer
  • 2 new titles: The RetroMania World Championship and the Tag Team Championship
  • New tracking system for Titles with title history and statistics
  • New Attract Mode Intro video​
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This new RetroMania Wrestling DLC is available digitally for $9.99 across the respective console's online stores.

For more on this DLC, and for any questions, please contact us via any of our socials, and keep it right here! We greatly appreciate everyone's patience with the DLC for our Switch gamers, too.

​Thanks for playing!

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RetroMania Wrestling is coming to Retro World Expo!

4/11/2025

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Play the all-new RetroMania Wrestling DLC live when Retrosoft Studios comes to Retro World Expo, the premiere retro gaming convention in the northeast! The Retrosoft Studios team will be there all weekend, from September 12 through September 14. The DLC will release on September 13, so those in attendance on Retro World Expo's opening day will be the first to play the new RetroMania Wrestling DLC!

  • Who will the big reveal be? Not only will the next DLC for RetroMania Wrestling include Magnum T.A., Demolition, and the Rock 'n' Roll Express – but there's a mystery sixth wrestler! You'll be able to play as all six of these legends when Retrosoft Studios comes to Retro World.


  • Meet Demolition! Ax and Smash will be joining us all weekend at the Retrosoft Studios booth to sign autographs, take photos, and talk some pro wrestling with the fans. Meet the legendary World Tag Team Champions at Retro World Expo, two of the biggest legends in wrestling history!


  • Enter the first live RetroMania Wrestling Tournament. There will be fun and prizes when we host the first live tournament for RetroMania Wrestling. Prizes will be given out, and stop by the booth for additional swag like exclusive posters and game cases.

RetroMania Wrestling won't be the only pro wrestling at Retro World Expo, either, as Blitzkrieg Pro Wrestling will be having live matches at the event! For tickets to Retro World Expo, visit their website, and we hope to see you there!

- The Retrosoft Studios team

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RetroMania Wrestling is now on Patreon!

11/25/2024

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RetroMania Wrestling is now on Patreon!

This is where you'll get first-looks at everything to do with the upcoming DLC for RetroMania Wrestling, an update that will be headlined by 5 wrestling legends with Magnum TA, Ricky Morton and Robert Gibson of the Rock 'n' Roll Express, and perhaps our most requested roster additions ever – Ax and Smash of Demolition.

​Our Patreon is free to join, and you'll have early access to seeing the latest developments for the upcoming DLC for RetroMania Wrestling -- at least 10 days before it all goes live on our social media, and you can join here: 
www.patreon.com/c/RetrosoftStudios/

There are no paid tiers, and you'll have access to everything.
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Patreon members have already seen quite a bit concerning the next update, including receiving the news that more championships are coming to RetroMania Wrestling - including the tag team titles and the RetroMania Championship! Here are a couple of different looks at entering the arena with multiple titles.

We've also just published a new video to Patreon that looks at the upcoming Tournament mode! Sign up here to become a Patreon member for RetroMania Wrestling, and get all of the latest news, updates, screenshots and videos on the next DLC for RetroMania Wrestling!
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Mr. Hughes and James Storm are now available!

3/21/2024

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The new RetroMania Wrestling update is now live!

Mr. Hughes and James Storm have joined the RetroMania Wrestling! The latest update for RetroMania Wrestling not only includes two new wrestlers, but you can now finish Johnny Retro's story, battle in the new NWA arena, and more.

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The new RetroMania Wrestling update is now live!

5/2/2022

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The new update to RetroMania Wrestling is now live! In this update, we have a new playable wrestler in Chris Bey, three new arenas, new gameplay options, and several tweaks to improve the overall experience when playing RetroMania Wrestling.
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Currently, the new update is only available on Steam. It will be arriving on the other consoles soon, as it's currently in the approval process. It won't be much longer!

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RetroMania Wrestling is coming to the Epic Games Store!

1/28/2022

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RetroMania Wrestling is coming to the Epic Game Store

Mike Hermann of Retrosoft Studios appeared on SiriusXM's Busted Open with Dave LaGreca and Tommy Dreamer, and shared the news that RetroMania Wrestling will be making its way to the Epic Games Store.

"We just signed a contract with Epic Games, so we're working on getting the game out on their storefront," Hermann told Dave LaGreca and Tommy Dreamer. We will share updates as soon as we're able to, but our entire team is excited to bring some wrestling action the Epic Games Store!

Also in Mike Hermann's appearance on Busted Open:

The Busted Open set is coming to part 2 of the Story MOde in RetroMania Wrestling

"This is my baby, right? This is my dream game, and I really want it as perfect as I can get it, so we went back and we've been retooling stuff, so we have a really big update coming out. The free update is coming out soon, and then we're going to have some paid DLC down the line which adds new characters and some new features as well, including the entire Busted Open set is in the Story Mode coming out, so not only will we have the Dave LaGreca big head, we will have a fully animated Dave LaGreca as well, coming in our update soon." -Mike Hermann

You could win a RetroMania Wrestling iiRcade Cabinet with our Retro Rumble Giveaway!

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For information on how you could win a RetroMania Wrestling edition arcade cabinet from iiRcade, visit our giveaway page.
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