Knockout League
- February 13, 2018
- Grab Games
- 2h median play time
Put on your silks and get ready to go toe to toe with some unique challengers in Knockout League VR!
Get on Steam"Knockout League" is a VR boxing game where players face off against a variety of quirky characters in fast-paced, arcade-style fights. Utilize a combination of punches, blocks, and dodges to outmaneuver your opponents and emerge victorious. With a lively atmosphere and engaging gameplay, it's a fun and immersive boxing experience.
PC
Playstation 4
Virtual Reality
Windows
Oculus Quest
Oculus VR
PlayStation
PlayStation VR
Reviews
- Highly energetic and fun gameplay reminiscent of Punch-Out!!, providing a great workout.
- Colorful graphics and unique character designs enhance the overall experience.
- The training modes, especially Reflex Alley, are engaging and help improve boxing skills.
- Limited content with only a few bosses, leading to potential repetitiveness.
- Dodging and blocking mechanics can feel inconsistent and frustrating at times.
- Some technical issues, including crashes on certain hardware configurations.
- graphics104 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 34 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game have received widespread praise for their crispness and vibrant, cartoonish art style, which enhances immersion without being overly taxing on hardware. Many users noted the visuals as top-notch, with smooth animations and a polished presentation that contribute to an enjoyable gaming experience. Overall, the graphics are considered one of the standout features, elevating the game's appeal despite some criticisms regarding gameplay mechanics.
“Incredible graphics and gameplay.”
“Really stunning graphics, top notch.”
“Amazingly detailed graphics and super smooth gameplay.”
“I was expecting a game like 'Thrill of the Fight' with better graphics and a more 'arcade' style gameplay.”
“What I got was better graphics, but the gameplay isn't just 'arcade-like', it's bad.”
“The graphics are very polished, maybe the most polished as a VR combat game, but there are so many polished non-VR games out there and this game doesn't have the VR-only content that is worth putting on the headset.”
- gameplay86 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 51 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Knockout League is a mixed bag, offering a blend of fun mechanics and frustrating elements. While the graphics and character designs are praised, many players find the dodging mechanics clunky and the timing-based combat challenging, leading to a steep learning curve. Overall, the game provides an engaging workout experience with depth, but it may not satisfy those seeking a more realistic boxing simulation.
“The grudge mode makes you tighten up all the techniques you learned the first time around and can be immensely satisfying to complete after a struggle. It is one of the least frustrating boxing games I've played in terms of mechanics, as it was myself making the mistakes most of the time due to fatigue, keeping focus when you are exhausted and remembering the right combos of moves makes you feel great.”
“The punching feels great, the block mechanic is solid (it prevents you from constantly using block and forces you to be more active and precise) and dodging needs to be done with your whole body and not just with your head.”
“This is an extremely well put together melee combat mechanic that motivates real physical investment in the fight while also requiring quick thinking to figure out how to beat opponents.”
“It's a good workout but the mechanics are so clunky that most people can't figure out how to play at all.”
“I can't recommend this game unless they seriously re-think the gameplay, because right now I feel like the NES version of this is more immersive (and fun).”
“Cons: controls/gameplay are very confusing, making the user feel lost and not enjoyable at all.”
- music30 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising the soundtrack as enjoyable and well-suited to the fast-paced gameplay, while others find it repetitive and wish for the option to play their own music. Many highlight specific tracks as good, particularly those associated with enemy boxers, but express frustration over the lack of availability for these songs online. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, it may not appeal to everyone.
“The music and SFX gel very well with the arcade-like, fast-paced gameplay.”
“Some of the best exercise I've ever gotten; also, please release the soundtrack, it's so good!”
“The music, opponents, and the atmosphere design are pure eye candy.”
“The only negative is that the music is repetitive, so I just use my own music.”
“Sure, it's great for burning calories, but I don't like the music, the fights don't feel very good, and you can't skip those annoying cutscenes.”
“It's more like a rhythm game with a boxing theme but with bad music.”
- replayability20 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the scoring system and various training modes that encourage competition and skill improvement, others feel the overall replay value is limited. Many enjoy the challenge of different leagues and training options, but there are calls for more variety and randomness to enhance the experience. Overall, opinions vary widely, with some finding significant replay value and others feeling it falls short.
“There is a scoring system based on keeping your multiplier up by not getting hit, which provides a good amount of replay value by encouraging you to compete for higher scores.”
“I love the replayability, I love the training (especially the wonderful reflex alley), I love that it is both fun and good cardio, and I love the incredible challenge of the grudge match leagues.”
“This game has no replay value.”
“Not much replay value, but there is enough to do that makes the game worth more than the price.”
“Replayability: there are currently 5 opponents to fight in the ring but also many training modes.”
- humor10 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by a hilarious trainer who playfully critiques the player's performance, adding a lighthearted touch to the boxing experience. Players appreciate the funny animations and charismatic characters, which contribute to a blend of realistic boxing and comedic elements, making the gameplay enjoyable despite some critical issues with movement restrictions. Overall, the game's cartoonish graphics and amusing interactions create a fun and engaging atmosphere.
“The trainer is hilarious! Every time he talks smack about my performance, I just get back and retry to do a better job.”
“They have some hilarious animations, both in reaction to getting hit and otherwise.”
“Not only realistic boxing, but also funny punches using VR were interesting.”
- optimization8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is mixed; while some users report smooth performance, others experience issues specifically with the Valve Index, particularly in training mode where timing challenges can lead to frustration. Overall, the game is noted for its smooth operation, but optimization for certain hardware may need improvement.
“It also runs smoothly.”
“- amazingly optimized!”
“The trainer is hilarious..every time he talks smack about my performance I just get back and retry and do a better job.”
“Seems like this game is not properly optimized for the Valve Index because I was stuck in the training mode for the longest time with the trainer complaining over and over again that I didn't time my blocks correctly.”
- atmosphere8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive qualities, with excellent voice acting and a vibrant design that enhances the experience. Players feel a strong sense of presence, as if they are truly fighting for their lives, complemented by engaging music and visually appealing elements. Overall, the developers have infused the game with a fun and lively personality, making it a standout in the VR genre.
“The atmosphere is very well-done, especially for the first real VR generation of games.”
“The music, opponents, and atmosphere design are pure eye candy.”
“Fun atmosphere: the devs put a lot of personality into this game.”
- stability6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant issue, with users reporting frequent glitches and bugs that disrupt gameplay, such as freezing and loss of sound. These technical problems lead to frustration, particularly during critical moments in the game. Overall, the stability detracts from the overall enjoyment of the experience.
“It's fun but frustrating, especially when you are about to break your longest time on the heavy bag and it glitches to make you miss, then freezes and ends the session.”
“I didn't think it was fun, and unfortunately, it was a bit buggy.”
“No sound, buggy.”
- story4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story mode is praised for its engaging progression, featuring increasingly challenging enemies, while a training mode allows players to refine their combat skills. Overall, the narrative experience is considered superior in the Quest 1 version compared to the Steam release.
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report that the emotional intensity of the game can be overwhelming, particularly during challenging encounters that evoke feelings of frustration and physical discomfort. This heightened emotional engagement reflects the game's ability to immerse players deeply, though it may also lead to the need for breaks during particularly intense moments. Overall, the emotional impact is a testament to the developer's skill in creating a compelling experience.
“This, predictably, makes dodging his rage-mode attacks harder, but it also made me feel physically ill to the point that I had to give up the fight and take a break if it happened too much.”
- character development4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development is praised for its cool and diverse designs, which are seen as a significant improvement over past games like Punch-Out. Players appreciate the fun and varied mechanics, along with iconic movesets and animations that enhance the overall experience.
“The character designs felt great, and their movesets and animations were very iconic and easily understandable.”
“Character designs felt great, and their movesets and animations were very iconic and easily understandable.”
“The character designs are all cool, and their mechanics are fun and varied.”
