At first glance, Hammerlock Wrestling is an average wrestling title featuring 12 fictitious wrestlers, several modes of play (including four-player simultaneous), a somewhat limited number of moves (including special attacks), and a mediocre soundtrack. What sets it apart (in a bad way) is its bizarre split-screen, three-tiered presentation. The middle portion of the screen shows a side view of the ring and the wrestlers, while the top and bottom windows feature animated close-ups of the action. The animations are a cartoon-like treat, but the wrestling itself is limited by the small display.