Introduction:
Punch Out!!...a title anyone can enjoy. It is definitely one of
the greatest boxing games for the NES. Punch Out!! is somewhat like
the hit movie series Rocky, only a video game. So, if you like the
Rocky series I recommend you play this game. There is also Mike
Tyson's Punch Out!! which is identical to this. The only difference
is; this one includes the boss, Mr. Dream, while the other is of
course, Mike Tyson.
Story:
You start out as Little Mac, a teenager with dreams of a champ.
Your trainer, Doc Louis, provides confidence and tips throughout your
matches. Your goal is to become the most victorious boxer.
Gameplay:
You have to love the gameplay in this game. Your goal is simply to
"Punch Out" the other player. Sometimes an opponent might shake his
eyebrows or have his own signature move in which you are suppose to
respond with. I will have to give the gameplay 10 out of 10 simply
because it's just the kind of gameplay you could not refuse to play.
I give the gameplay: 10/10
Graphics:
The graphics in this game seem to have no flaws at all, aside from
the color change in Little Macs pants when starting a round. The
crowd in the back is not the greatest crowd, but it's good for a
Nintendo game. The foot movement and thrown punches are a great
experience to watch.
I give the graphics: 10/10
Sound:
The ringing bells. The catchy tunes. Punch Out!! has it all. The
second you pop this game in your Nintendo Entertainment System, you
will hum to the music. It does somewhat get repetitive hearing the
same music over.
I give the sound: 9/10
Replayability:
Replayability. Ah yes. The greatest feature of this game. You
could pick this game up and play for days. Strategizing is the key to
winning. It takes time, yet it is very fun.
I give the replayability: 10/10
Challenge:
Punch Out!! delivers a fine challenge for any gamer. You start off
with easy fights, but as you progress they become more difficult.
Especially Mr. Dream. Although the challenge does not become difficult
until near the end, a few people might have trouble with the
beginning.
I give the challenge: 6/10
Overall:
Overall, Punch Out!! is the kind of game you could play for weeks.
It has everything any Nintendo player could want. If you don't like
boxing, you will still like this game.
I give Punch Out!: 9.7/10
Written by: Phantasy Star
Date Submitted: August 12th, 2004
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