HammerLock Wrestling is a professional wrestling video game released for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) in 1994. It falls within the sports simulation genre, capturing the essence of wrestling entertainment. Players can choose from a roster of wrestlers, each with unique moves and personalities. The game features various match types and a split-screen mechanic that shows close-ups of the action during pinfalls and submission attempts. The main objective is to defeat opponents by utilizing grappling moves, strikes, and special techniques to become the champion in the ring.