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Written by: William G Chandler Jr.
March 10, 2016, at 7:00 p.m.


Nintendo has a number of platform games. Sometimes, you need a change. This is what they offer with
Punch-Out!! Featuring Mr. Dream. The game for the Nintendo Wii U Virtual Console represents diversity in game play. It is the Nintendo Entertainment System’s finest from 1987. As Ron DelVillano comments, of Nintendo Life, it is about “learning your opponent and using his weaknesses to your advantage.” In his review of the game, it highlights its connection to boxing, its puzzle aspects, and the inclusion of Mister Dream, as Nintendo lost the license to use Mike Tyson in the game.

Glass Joe is your first opponent. His simple, hesitant, style begs you for an encounter. Little Mac has jabs, hooks, and a sweet, massive uppercut. You can also evade and duck opponents’ attacks. Glass Joe is easy, but as you elevate through the ranks, the opponents get more complex. I personally have had my issues with Soda Popinski. It is not that the character is not beatable. His style requires a precise tactic, every time. If you do not feel like fighting him, this character can play with you for hours.

Mike Tyson and Mister Dream are the same character with different intentions. You can regard Mike Tyson, at the time as the best fighter in the world, as a terror. Mister Dream earns your respect. The beat down remains the same, as quick jabs and cold uppercuts lay you out.

This game, in my opinion, allowed me to explore video game sports fighting. Punch-Out!! is a very niche boxing title. It made me want to explore other games in order to get a similar winning feel. Punch-Out!! made me search for Best of the Best: Championship Karate for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System. Gamefaqs classifies the title, by Loriciels and Electrobrain, as a boxing, and martial arts, title, simply. In 1992, the game required you to build a fighter and train them to become a true champion. You customize the character and their move sets.

When you win, it is accomplishment and a worthwhile feat. Punch-Out!! would direct me to its predecessor for the Nintendo Wii. In 1992, this title, by Next Level Games and Nintendo, provides a strong look and feel that calls back to the classic. The twist is the title defense as champion. This next step in the game’s evolution beats you. Glass Joe after he loses, initially, carries headgear, and a slight change in his in ring tactics. The game also can require you to use the Wii’s motion controls to play. It is natural change and development.

This all starts with Punch-Out!! on the Nintendo Entertainment System. The cartoon-style, great sounds, and vicious, but fun opponents immerse you in the game. Everyone remembers when The Great Tiger turned the game around on him or her. Piston Honda always improves, but relies on speed. The Bald Bull and Mister Sandman remain nasty. Nintendo knows how to create experiences.

Get it on the Nintendo Wii U, Virtual Console.

Links

Punch-Out

Punchout Image by Charles Williams

https://www.flickr.com/photos/charlesonflickr/368744053

Nintendo Life Punchout featuring Mister Dream Review by Don DelVillano

http://www.nintendolife.com/reviews/wiiu-eshop/punch_out_featuring_mr_dream_nes

Attract Mode: Punch-Out!! Wii U Virtual Console by Sackula

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4eHHuxyf8_I

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