So, you’re looking to dominate the squared circle in Wrestling Revolution? You want to hear the sweet sound of the referee slapping the mat, signaling your victory? The key to victory, beyond simply winning a match, often lies in forcing your opponent to submit. That’s right, we’re talking about making them tap out! It’s a satisfying feeling, a testament to your strategic prowess and ability to inflict pain (virtually, of course!).
This guide will equip you with the knowledge and techniques needed to make your opponents cry uncle. We’ll cover everything from the basics of submission holds to advanced strategies for wearing down your foe. Get ready to learn the art of the tap-out, and transform yourself from a rookie wrestler into a submission specialist!
Get ready to learn the art of the tap-out, and transform yourself from a rookie wrestler into a submission specialist! Let’s get started!
Understanding Submissions in Wrestling Revolution
Before we get into the nitty-gritty, let’s establish what a submission actually *is* in Wrestling Revolution. A submission occurs when a wrestler applies a specific hold designed to inflict pain or restrict movement, leading their opponent to submit. The goal is to force the opponent to verbally acknowledge defeat or, in the game, to press the tap-out button. This is different from a pinfall, where you need to hold your opponent’s shoulders to the mat for a three-count.
There are several types of submission holds available in Wrestling Revolution, each targeting different parts of the body and offering varying degrees of effectiveness. Understanding these different holds and their strengths and weaknesses is crucial to your success.
Types of Submission Holds
- Joint Locks: These holds focus on manipulating and stressing the joints of your opponent, such as the arm, leg, or neck. Examples include armbars, kimura locks, and crossface chickenwings.
- Chokeholds: Chokeholds restrict blood flow to the brain, causing the opponent to lose consciousness or submit. Examples include sleeper holds and guillotine chokes.
- Pinning Submissions: Some moves, while primarily designed for pins, can also lead to submissions if applied correctly.
Choosing Your Wrestler and Stats
Your wrestler’s stats play a significant role in their ability to apply and escape submission holds. When creating or customizing a wrestler, pay close attention to the following stats:
- Strength: This stat influences your ability to apply and maintain submission holds. A higher strength stat means you can hold onto the submission for longer and resist attempts to break free.
- Agility: While not directly related to applying submissions, agility can help you transition into submission holds and avoid being caught in them yourself.
- Submission: This is the most crucial stat. A high submission stat increases the effectiveness of your submission holds, making them harder to escape and causing more damage over time.
- Toughness: This stat affects your ability to withstand submission holds. A higher toughness stat means you can endure more pain and resist tapping out for longer.
When selecting a wrestler from the game’s roster, look for those with high submission and strength stats. If you’re creating a custom wrestler, prioritize these stats to build a dominant submission specialist. (See Also: How To Exercise For Arm Wrestling )
The Art of Applying Submission Holds
Knowing how to apply a submission hold is just the first step. You also need to understand the nuances of the game mechanics to maximize your chances of success. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
- Get into Position: The first step is to get your opponent into a position where you can apply a submission hold. This often involves executing a grapple or a specific move that sets up the hold.
- Choose Your Hold: Once you’re in the correct position, you’ll have a selection of submission holds to choose from. The available holds will depend on the position you’re in and your wrestler’s moveset.
- Execute the Hold: Press the button or combination of buttons assigned to the desired submission hold. This will initiate the hold.
- Maintain the Hold: Once the hold is applied, the key is to maintain it. Keep holding the buttons to prevent your opponent from escaping. Your wrestler’s strength stat will influence how long you can hold the submission.
- Adjust and Reapply: If your opponent manages to escape, don’t give up! Try to reapply the hold as quickly as possible. Consider changing to a different submission hold to keep your opponent guessing.
Tips for Applying Submissions
- Timing is Everything: Pay attention to your opponent’s stamina and health. It’s often easier to apply a submission when they are tired or injured.
- Know Your Moveset: Familiarize yourself with your wrestler’s moveset and the positions that lead to submission opportunities.
- Chain Your Moves: Combine strikes, grapples, and submission holds to wear down your opponent and create openings.
- Target Weaknesses: If you know your opponent is weak to a particular joint lock or chokehold, focus on those submissions.
Escaping Submission Holds
While the goal is to apply submissions, you’ll also need to know how to escape them when you’re on the receiving end. Here’s what you need to do:
- Press Buttons Rapidly: The primary method for escaping a submission is to rapidly press the buttons displayed on the screen. The faster you press, the quicker you’ll break free.
- Manage Stamina: Escaping submissions drains your stamina. Be mindful of your stamina bar and try to conserve energy when possible.
- Use the Environment: Sometimes, you can use the ropes to your advantage. If a submission hold is applied near the ropes, try to grab them to force a break.
- Anticipate Moves: Learn to anticipate when your opponent might attempt a submission. This allows you to position yourself to avoid the hold or be ready to escape.
Tips for Escaping Submissions
- Practice Your Timing: The timing of your button presses is crucial. Practice escaping submissions in training mode to improve your reflexes.
- Don’t Give Up: Even if you’re struggling, keep pressing the buttons. You might be able to escape at the last moment.
- Protect Your Weaknesses: If you know you’re vulnerable to certain submission holds, try to avoid getting into positions where those holds can be applied.
- Use Momentum: Sometimes, you can use the momentum of the match to your advantage. If you’re being held in a submission, try to shift your weight or move around to create an opening.
Advanced Strategies for Submission Success
Once you’ve mastered the basics, you can start incorporating more advanced strategies to increase your submission rate:
Targeting Specific Body Parts
Just like in real wrestling, targeting specific body parts can weaken your opponent and make them more susceptible to submissions. For example, if you repeatedly target your opponent’s arm with strikes and arm drags, they’ll be more vulnerable to an armbar.
Using the Environment
The wrestling ring isn’t just a flat surface; use it! If your opponent is near the ropes, try to drag them towards the center of the ring to prevent them from grabbing the ropes to escape a submission. Similarly, use the turnbuckles to your advantage by slamming your opponent into them to wear them down before applying a submission.
Stamina Management
Stamina is a critical factor in Wrestling Revolution. Both you and your opponent have stamina bars, and the lower the stamina, the more vulnerable you are to submission holds. Wear down your opponent’s stamina with strikes and grapples. Try to conserve your own stamina so you can maintain the submission hold. Time your attacks strategically. (See Also: How To Be More Explosive In Wrestling )
Psychological Warfare
Wrestling is as much about psychology as it is about physical prowess. Taunt your opponent to get under their skin and make them more likely to make mistakes. Use your moves to build up a narrative in the match. This can make them easier to control and set up for a submission.
Varying Your Offense
Don’t be predictable. Mix up your attacks, using strikes, grapples, and submission holds. This will keep your opponent guessing and make it harder for them to defend against your attacks. Don’t fall into a pattern; mix it up to keep your opponent off-balance.
Specific Submission Holds and How to Use Them
Here’s a breakdown of some common submission holds, how to apply them, and their effectiveness:
Armbar
The armbar is a classic submission hold that targets the elbow joint. It’s relatively easy to apply and can be very effective if your opponent’s arm is already weakened. To apply an armbar, you’ll need to get your opponent into a position where you can isolate their arm. This can be done after a grapple or a specific move like an arm drag. Once you’re in position, execute the armbar by selecting it from your available moves. Make sure to maintain the hold and prevent your opponent from escaping.
Kimura Lock
The Kimura lock, also known as the hammerlock, is another joint lock that targets the shoulder and elbow. It can be applied from various positions, making it a versatile submission hold. The Kimura lock is a good option if you want to wear down your opponent’s arm and shoulder. Look for opportunities to apply the Kimura lock after a grapple or a takedown. Be ready to quickly switch to a different hold if they attempt to escape.
Crossface Chickenwing
The crossface chickenwing is a painful submission hold that combines a crossface with a chickenwing to put pressure on the neck and shoulder. It’s a great option for wearing down your opponent and forcing them to submit. You need to get behind your opponent to apply this submission. This is often done after a takedown or a reversal. The pain from this submission can be considerable, so it often leads to a quick tap-out. Make sure to protect your own neck from reversals. (See Also: How To Make Someone Tap Out In Wrestling Revolution )
Sleeper Hold
The sleeper hold is a chokehold that restricts blood flow to the brain, causing the opponent to lose consciousness or submit. It can be very effective if your opponent is already tired or injured. You’ll need to get behind your opponent to apply the sleeper hold. This can be done after a strike or a grapple. Maintain the hold until your opponent submits or passes out. Be mindful of your opponent’s stamina and health, as this can affect how long they can withstand the hold.
Guillotine Choke
The guillotine choke is another chokehold that targets the neck. It’s effective from a standing position, making it a good option when your opponent is on their feet. You can apply the guillotine choke after a grapple or a specific move. Be ready to react quickly if your opponent tries to escape. This is a very effective submission, so be sure to use it to your advantage.
Match Planning and Strategy
Your strategy should go beyond just applying submission holds. Consider these factors:
- Know Your Opponent: Research your opponent’s strengths and weaknesses. Does their character have high toughness? Do they have any specific moves that lead to submissions?
- Match Flow: Plan your match flow. Start with strikes and grapples to wear down your opponent. Then, transition into submission holds when they are fatigued.
- Timing Your Moves: Time your moves to take advantage of your opponent’s openings and weaknesses.
- Adaptability: Be prepared to adapt your strategy based on the match’s progress. If your initial plan isn’t working, be ready to switch tactics.
Training and Practice
Practice makes perfect. The more you play and experiment with different submission holds, the better you’ll become. Here’s how to hone your skills:
- Training Mode: Use the training mode to practice applying and escaping submission holds.
- Experiment: Try out different moves and strategies to see what works best for you.
- Play Against Others: Challenge your friends or play online to test your skills against other players.
- Learn from Your Mistakes: Pay attention to what you did wrong in matches and try to improve.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
You might encounter some challenges along the way. Here’s how to overcome them:
- Difficulty Applying Submissions: If you’re struggling to apply submissions, focus on improving your wrestler’s submission stat and strength.
- Difficulty Escaping Submissions: Practice your button-mashing skills and learn to anticipate your opponent’s moves.
- Opponent Always Escaping: Try targeting specific body parts to wear down your opponent and make them more vulnerable to submissions.
- Stamina Issues: Manage your stamina effectively by pacing yourself and avoiding unnecessary attacks.
Final Verdict
Mastering submissions in Wrestling Revolution takes practice and strategic thinking. But by focusing on the right stats, understanding the different holds, and employing the advanced techniques we’ve discussed, you’ll be well on your way to becoming a submission specialist. Remember to experiment with different strategies, adapt to your opponent’s tactics, and never give up. With dedication and practice, you can force your opponents to tap out and dominate the ring. Now go out there, apply those holds, and become the submission king or queen!
Remember to prioritize your wrestler’s stats, especially Submission and Strength. Learning the movesets of your wrestler is also critical. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different holds and strategies to find what works best for you. And most importantly, have fun! Wrestling Revolution is a game, and the goal is to enjoy the experience of competition and the thrill of victory.
By following these tips, you’ll be able to dominate the competition and hear the satisfying sound of the mat being slapped. Good luck, and happy wrestling!
