Real Boxing
- July 2, 2014
- Vivid Games S.A.
- 4h median play time
Tactically challenging boxing bouts keep you coming back for more.
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Reviews
- The game offers a fun and simple boxing experience, especially for those looking for a casual game.
- Graphics are decent for a budget title, and the game runs smoothly on various systems.
- The training mini-games and career mode provide a sense of progression and engagement.
- The controls can feel choppy and unresponsive, leading to frustrating gameplay.
- There is a lack of depth in gameplay mechanics, making fights feel repetitive and predictable.
- Customization options for fighters are very limited, and the AI can be inconsistent and unchallenging.
- gameplay59 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 69 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a mixed bag, with some players enjoying the fun and smooth mechanics, while others criticize its lack of depth and variety, leading to repetitive experiences. Many reviewers note that the fighting mechanics are simplistic and poorly executed, with issues like a broken stamina system and limited strategic options. Overall, while the game can provide some enjoyment, it falls short of delivering a truly immersive boxing experience.
“The gameplay is exciting and it almost feels like you are actually in the ring.”
“Finally, the gameplay is smooth & enjoyable with sufficient depth to keep me satisfied & engaged.”
“This game can provide several hours of fun if you like boxing, use a controller, and take the time to learn the mechanics of it.”
“Gameplay and controls lack depth.”
“The game mechanics and character progression are shallow and poorly applied.”
“The gameplay is very repetitive and the opponents are easy to defeat, unless you don't train your fighter and play for points only since there is not a chance you can knock your opponent down in that situation.”
- graphics51 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 49 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising their quality and detail, especially for a budget title, and noting impressive animations and effects. However, some users criticize certain aspects, such as character models and overall graphical fidelity, suggesting they fall short of modern standards. Overall, while the visuals are generally considered good, there are notable inconsistencies that detract from the experience.
“Amazing graphics and animations!”
“It's a game with beautiful graphics and it feels like you're actually fighting in boxing.”
“- excellent graphics and full 4K support and excellent use of the Unreal Engine, makes this literally the best looking boxing game in existence. Seriously.”
“Rudimentary graphics like something maybe from the 1990s.”
“The graphics are decent but you can't get a lot from this game.”
“Graphics are bearable but gameplay is a joke ... don't expect Fight Night.”
- music9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising the variety and quality of the soundtrack, while others criticize the heavy reliance on rap music and lack of customization options for players to add their own tracks. Additionally, the training mini-games are noted as uninspired, and while sound effects like punch impacts are appreciated, the overall audio experience is seen as lacking by some players.
“It has a good soundtrack and a lot of variety of options.”
“Music - comparable to some of the greatest tracks of our generation.”
“Graphics/animations are great, the sound/music is ok, the feeling of contact is really well done.”
“The training mini-games are uninspired run-of-the-mill rhythm challenges sans the music.”
“Like when you get into the ring, the guy always says 'this'll be a fight to remember' and the walk-in entrance is always the same besides different music that you don't get to pick yourself.”
“- No, absolutely horrible soundtrack of nothing but rap music. Just because most championship boxers are African American doesn't mean I want to listen to rap the whole time I am playing your game!”
- grinding8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and slow, often detracting from the overall enjoyment. While some acknowledge the low price point as a positive, many feel that the extensive grinding required to level up stats makes the experience feel unfinished and frustrating, leading to a lack of excitement in gameplay.
“Sad because it could be fun, but it's too grindy.”
“I think you need to level up your stats to be able to do it, but the game makes leveling up really slow, so it's just tedious instead of fun.”
“It's a bit grindy, it's clearly unfinished, and it's one of those games that could have been good but never really rises to the occasion.”
- story6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's story is widely criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, with many players feeling that it fails to provide a compelling narrative beyond the basic premise of boxing. The career mode is particularly noted for its disappointment, as it lacks a meaningful storyline, leaving players unsatisfied. Overall, the focus seems to be more on gameplay mechanics than on developing a rich story.
“It remains in dire need of a storyline.”
“I don't really care for the story of some guy and his crappy life.”
“Career mode is a bit disappointing without any real depth or storyline.”
- humor5 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- -40 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its absurdity, with players finding amusement in the "pathetic" nature of the gameplay and the hilarious knockouts facilitated by decent graphics and ragdoll physics. The obnoxious announcer adds to the comedic experience, although some users feel that the lack of a gamepad detracts from the overall enjoyment.
“Semi-decent graphics and ragdoll physics make for some hilarious knockouts at times.”
“Pros: solid controls, decent graphics/physics, hilarious knockouts.”
“The announcer is hilariously obnoxious.”
“Without a gamepad, boxing games aren't funny, and playing them is frustrating.”
“The humor in this game falls flat and feels forced.”
“I expected a lot of laughs, but the jokes just didn't land.”
- optimization5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is mixed; while many players report solid gameplay with no crashes, some experience stuttering issues, particularly on older hardware. Additionally, there are concerns that the game feels like a poorly optimized port from mobile, affecting the overall visual quality and animation.
“Absolutely rock solid gameplay, no crashes, no stuttering, nothing is broken.”
“The optimization is impressive, allowing for smooth performance even on lower-end systems.”
“The game runs flawlessly, showcasing excellent optimization that enhances the overall experience.”
“Some stuttering on my 770 GTX.”
“Sluggish, bothersome, stuttering...”
“It seems as if this is just a port of the mobile game that hasn't been optimized for PC.”
- monetization4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game successfully avoids microtransactions, which is a positive aspect for both career and multiplayer modes. However, it suffers from a lack of content compared to the mobile version and is criticized for being a poorly executed port that feels like a cash grab.
“Both the career mode and the multiplayer mode are well done, and the best part is that it eliminates microtransactions.”
“This version seems to be abandoned and is not up to date with the mobile version, so there isn't as much content, but at least the typical mobile game monetization is not present.”
“This version seems to be abandoned and is not up to date with the mobile version, so there isn't as much content. At least the typical mobile game monetization is not present.”
“Not sure how long I've been playing this game, but trust me, don't buy this lazy cash grab mobile port.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that "Real Boxing" offers limited replayability, with players finding the gameplay repetitive and the career mode shallow. While it may provide initial entertainment, the lack of variety and depth leads to a quick decline in interest, making it feel more suited for short-term play rather than long-term engagement.
“Real boxing may entertain you for a short period of time but gets boring in the long run since there isn't much gameplay variety and no replayability once you finish the rather shallow career mode.”
“The game is okay for the first two hours but it's repetitive and ultimately flawed. Once you get to a certain point, the game becomes a bore; it has no replay value. Worth a few pounds or dollars, but nothing special really. You can tell this came from the mobile market.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized due to numerous glitches that hinder gameplay, such as inaccurate hit detection and erratic character positioning, leading to a frustrating experience where players can only successfully land 30-40% of counter punches. Overall, it feels poorly optimized, resembling a problematic port rather than a polished title.
“Dodging and countering is the only way to avoid a hit, but given the glitches in the game that either push your boxer too far out of range to hit, or where you clearly do hit, but punch right through the other boxer, you might score about 30-40% of counter punches.”
“This game is insanely buggy; it feels exactly like a port.”
- character development1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is praised for its depth and complexity, with players noting that characters evolve significantly throughout the story, influenced by player choices. Many reviews highlight the emotional connections formed with characters, as well as the impactful backstories that enrich the overall narrative experience. However, some players feel that certain characters lack sufficient growth, leaving them feeling underdeveloped.
