Knockout League

Put on your silks and get ready to go toe to toe with some unique challengers in Knockout League VR!

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"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.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

78%

Audience ScoreBased on 282 reviews

graphics33 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

Highly engaging and fun gameplay reminiscent of classic Punch-Out, providing a unique VR boxing experience.
Great workout that keeps players active, with many reviewers noting significant calorie burn during gameplay.
Polished graphics and character design, creating an immersive and visually appealing environment.

Limited content with only a few bosses available, leading to potential repetitiveness in gameplay.
Hit detection and dodging mechanics can be frustrating, with some players experiencing issues with timing and responsiveness.
Technical issues such as crashes and performance problems on certain hardware configurations, affecting overall experience.

graphics
52 mentions
63 % positive mentions
31 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game have received widespread praise for their crispness, polish, and vibrant cartoonish style, which enhances the overall immersive experience. Many users noted that the visuals are not only appealing but also well-optimized for VR, allowing for smooth gameplay without causing discomfort. Overall, the game's graphics are considered top-notch, contributing significantly to its fun and engaging atmosphere.
- “The graphics and design are awesome.”
- “Incredible graphics and gameplay.”
- “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 cartoony and light-hearted, which may not appeal to everyone looking for a more realistic experience.”
- “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.”
gameplay
43 mentions
35 % positive mentions
51 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Knockout League is a mixed bag, with players appreciating its fun, skill-based mechanics and engaging character designs, while also noting issues with clunky controls and a frustrating dodging system. Many find the game enjoyable and a good workout, but some feel it lacks the immersive experience expected from a VR boxing game, often comparing it unfavorably to titles like "Thrill of the Fight." Overall, while the graphics and core mechanics are praised, the gameplay experience can be inconsistent and may require adjustment for optimal enjoyment.
- “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 making me too slow and uncoordinated, and not the game itself failing to detect shots. Keeping focus when you are exhausted and remembering the right combos of moves makes you feel great and can push you further into a workout.”
- “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.”
- “The only bad I can think of is that I feel the dodge mechanic is somewhat broken.”
- “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).”
music
15 mentions
33 % positive mentions
47 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising the soundtrack as enjoyable and well-suited to the gameplay, while others find it repetitive and wish for the option to play their own music. Many appreciate the energetic and thematic tracks, particularly those associated with enemy boxers, but there are calls for a more extensive soundtrack and availability online. Overall, while the music enhances the atmosphere, it may not appeal to everyone, leading some to prefer alternative audio options.
- “The soundtrack is also pretty good, with songs that range from just okay to actually really good.”
- “Some of the best exercise I've ever gotten; also, please release the soundtrack, it's so good.”
- “The music and sound effects gel very well with the arcade-like, fast-paced gameplay.”
- “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.”
replayability
10 mentions
60 % positive mentions
10 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the scoring system and various training modes that encourage competition and skill improvement, others feel that the limited number of opponents and lack of randomness diminish long-term engagement. Some users express a desire for more diverse challenges, such as a champion circuit, to enhance replay value.
- “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.”
- “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.”
- “This game has no replay value.”
humor
5 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by the trainer's witty banter and the amusing animations, which enhance the overall experience of boxing in VR. Players appreciate the combination of realistic boxing mechanics with comedic elements, creating a fun and engaging atmosphere, despite some critical gameplay issues related to movement restrictions.
- “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.”
optimization
4 mentions
50 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The game's optimization for the Valve Index has received mixed feedback; while some users report smooth performance, others have experienced issues, such as being stuck in training mode. Overall, the game is noted for its solid optimization, despite some specific challenges.
- “It also runs smoothly.”
- “- amazingly optimized!”
- “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.”
atmosphere
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive qualities, with excellent voice acting and a vibrant, fun environment that enhances the experience. Reviewers note that the attention to detail in music, character design, and overall ambiance creates a captivating setting, particularly impressive for a first-generation VR title.
- “The voice acting is done very well, and overall the atmosphere is wonderful; you really feel like you're in the ring and fighting for your life!”
- “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.”
stability
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has been criticized for frequent glitches and bugs, which can disrupt gameplay and lead to frustrating experiences, such as freezing during critical moments. Users have reported issues like missing sounds and overall instability, detracting from the enjoyment of the game.
- “It's fun but frustrating, especially when you are about to break your longest time on the heavy bag and it glitches, making 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.”
story
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The story mode is praised for its engaging progression, featuring increasingly challenging enemies, while the inclusion of a training mode allows players to refine their combat skills through practice. Overall, the narrative experience is enhanced by these gameplay elements.
- “Now I bought it again on Steam, and the quest 1 is so much better.”
- “Next to the story mode, in which you will fight increasingly more insane enemies, there is also a training mode where you can practice punch combinations, fast hitting, and hit/dodge coordination.”
emotional
2 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 emotional engagement highlights the game's polished experience, though some areas may still require refinement.
- “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 development
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Character development is praised for its cool and diverse designs, which avoid problematic stereotypes. The characters feature fun and varied mechanics, with iconic movesets and animations that enhance player engagement and understanding.
- “The character designs are all cool and their mechanics are fun and varied.”
- “Character designs felt great and their movesets and animations were very iconic and easily understandable.”