Undisputed

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"Undisputed" is an authentic boxing game that offers a strategic boxing experience with revolutionary footwork mechanics and over 60 individual punches. Create your own fighter and climb the ranks in the true-to-life Career Mode, from amateur tournaments to becoming the Undisputed Champion. The game emphasizes the importance of ring strategy, with mechanics that allow for angle attacks, trap setting, and outsmarting opponents.

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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

64%

Audience ScoreBased on 25,772 reviews

gameplay807 positive mentions

stability690 negative mentions

The graphics are stunning, with high-quality character models and impressive animations that enhance the boxing experience.
The gameplay mechanics show potential, with realistic boxing mechanics and fluid movement that can be thrilling when functioning properly.
Character designs are meticulously crafted, reflecting each boxer's unique fighting style and adding depth to the gameplay.

The game suffers from significant gameplay and balance issues, with many players describing it as unbalanced and buggy, often feeling unfinished.
There is a lack of a proper story mode, leading to a repetitive and shallow career experience that fails to engage players.
The optimization is poor, with many players experiencing performance issues, crashes, and unresponsive controls, making the game frustrating to play.

gameplay
2,872 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
59%
13%
The gameplay of "Undisputed" has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its potential and mechanics while also highlighting significant issues. While some appreciate the realistic boxing mechanics and fluid movement, others criticize the game for its sluggishness, unresponsive controls, and exploitative mechanics that favor spamming punches. Overall, the game shows promise but requires substantial improvements in core gameplay elements, balancing, and bug fixes to meet player expectations.
- “Core game is good, laying punches is awesome, gameplay very thrilling.”
- “The smooth gameplay, intricate mechanics, and stunning visuals make it feel as though you’re controlling every punch, feint, and block with precision.”
- “The gameplay in the release vs the beta is night and day.”
- “The fundamental controls of the game are broken so either you go up against people who abuse broken mechanics or you go up against a hacker.”
- “The gameplay is horrible, stay away.”
graphics
1,573 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
36%
5%
The graphics in "Undisputed" have received mixed reviews, with many praising their high quality and realism, particularly in character models and animations. However, some players feel that the graphics do not compensate for the game's shortcomings in gameplay mechanics and balance, often comparing them unfavorably to older titles like "Fight Night Champion." Overall, while the visuals are considered impressive, they are seen as the game's primary strength amidst criticisms of its gameplay and optimization issues.
- “The graphics are absolutely amazing in this.”
- “The graphics are stunning, gameplay is realistic, controls are similar to fight night but with their own tweaks!”
- “The graphics are simply stunning, and the level of detail is truly impressive.”
- “This game is so unbalanced and broken, not to mention the graphics are worse than Fight Night, which came out almost 20 years ago.”
- “Instead we're getting an overpriced PS2 game from 2006 in 2024 with extremely bad graphics for the time it is here.”
- “The graphics are horrible; it looks like something out of a mobile app.”
stability
713 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
97%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous players reporting a plethora of bugs, glitches, and performance issues that significantly detract from the overall experience. Common complaints include frequent crashes, unresponsive controls, and erratic hit detection, leading many to describe it as feeling more like an unfinished early access title rather than a polished full release. While some players acknowledge the game's potential and enjoy the core gameplay, the overwhelming consensus is that it requires substantial refinement and bug fixes before it can be considered stable or enjoyable.
- “The pre-release version wasn't really buggy and it was a clean boxing game.”
- “Performance-wise, the game runs great.”
- “Runs great on my RX 6750 XT Red Devil, 1440p max settings.”
- “Game was a massive let down, never got the balancing right, never hit the hit detection right, the career is boring and the game is completely buggy.”
- “This game is a broken, buggy mess.”
- “The patch feels more like a roll back to an earlier, less polished version of the game, I'm experiencing a ton of new bugs, glitches and just general worse performance since the update.”
optimization
346 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
56%
30%
The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues, including stuttering, lag, and crashes, particularly on lower-end systems and the Steam Deck. While some users have noted improvements since earlier versions, the overall consensus is that the game requires substantial optimization to enhance stability and performance, especially for online play. Despite its potential and appealing graphics, many players find it currently unplayable or frustrating due to these optimization shortcomings.
- “Other than that, it's a really nice game and finally got much better optimized than its previous version.”
- “The graphics are beautiful and the game is optimized pretty well, running solidly on my system across all graphics settings.”
- “Once the game is optimized and more fighters, modes, and console release happens, this game will be 10/10.”
- “The patch feels more like a rollback to an earlier, less polished version of the game. I'm experiencing a ton of new bugs, glitches, and just general worse performance since the update.”
- “Even on the lowest setting, the game is choppy and stuttering to a point of being unplayable... spent 6 hours last night trying to fix it.”
- “This game is horribly optimized. I can run Cyberpunk, BG3, and Starfield all on max settings at the same time, and my computer will run better.”
story
288 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
64%
22%
The game's story aspect is widely criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, with many players noting the absence of a proper story mode or immersive narrative elements in the career mode. Reviewers frequently compare it unfavorably to older boxing games like Fight Night Champion, highlighting the repetitive nature of gameplay and the absence of character development or meaningful progression. Overall, players express a strong desire for the introduction of a compelling story mode to enhance their gaming experience.
- “The story mode is engaging, keeping players hooked with its compelling narrative and challenging gameplay.”
- “Story mode: engaging and well-crafted, the story mode keeps players invested and entertained.”
- “I think this game will be the best boxing game if it melts the touching story of lonely training to become a boxing champion and fighting with oneself.”
- “It lacks a proper story mode, which is a big miss for anyone looking to immerse themselves in the world of boxing.”
- “There is quite literally no story, no cut scenes, no lore, no nothing.”
- “No story mode so you can't create a fighter and rise through the ranks with him.”
music
206 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
65%
14%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing the limited selection and repetitive tracks, often describing the soundtrack as boring or generic. While some appreciate the background music and sound effects, others express a strong desire for more variety, including custom entrance music and iconic tracks to enhance the overall experience. Overall, the consensus suggests that the music needs significant improvement to match the game's potential and immersive atmosphere.
- “The game's audio design is top-notch, with realistic crowd reactions, bone-crushing sound effects, and a captivating soundtrack that enhances the atmosphere of every fight.”
- “And let's talk about the music—absolutely incredible!!!”
- “Has some great music and awesome venues.”
- “This gets tiring and boring to listen to after the 4th fight, much like the voice lines. The game suffers from having the same 10 songs in the menus, which again is boring, completely ignoring the amount of time the loading takes to get from one menu to another.”
- “The soundtrack is awful, there's no variety in it and it's all the most laughably generic rap.”
- “No music whatsoever, feels as if I am playing in an empty warehouse.”
monetization
98 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
17%
80%
The monetization strategy of the game has been heavily criticized, with many users labeling it a "cash grab" due to the presence of microtransactions for fighters and a lack of meaningful content. Players express frustration over the game's unfinished state, buggy features, and the perception that developers prioritize profit over quality and player experience. Overall, the sentiment is overwhelmingly negative, with calls to avoid spending money on the game until significant improvements are made.
- “It feels great to have a career mode that is not influenced by any microtransactions in any shape or form, but this is technically the beta, so I don't know.”
- “This is Fight Night Round 5 without any of the microtransactions of EA UFC.”
- “You can tell the developers actually care about boxing, unlike other developers who are out to make a quick buck off microtransactions.”
- “This is the definition of cash grabbing and not bothering to listen to people.”
- “What a waste of potential on what appears to be a 'full release' cash grab.”
- “This is a cash grab; they've run out of money and released an unfinished, unbalanced, and terrible mess.”
humor
78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is largely derived from its numerous glitches and mechanical flaws, leading to absurd situations that players find both amusing and frustrating. Many reviewers highlight the game's poor punch detection, laughable stamina system, and awkward animations, which create a comedic experience despite the overall dissatisfaction with the game's quality. While some moments are genuinely funny, the novelty wears off quickly, leaving players feeling more concerned than entertained.
- “The lack of stamina penalties is almost laughable; I actually found myself laughing at how ridiculous it feels.”
- “Another thing is the bobbing and weaving system; I somehow get hit by 'phantom' punches lol. It's kind of hilarious to see my head snap back from across the ring.”
- “I find it hilarious that the dev team simply does not care about the community nor much-needed updates.”
atmosphere
74 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
69%
8%
The game's atmosphere is a mixed bag, with some players praising the immersive arenas, realistic crowd reactions, and impressive graphics that enhance the boxing experience. However, many reviewers criticize the lack of engaging commentary, stale introductions, and insufficient ambient sounds in gyms, which detracts from the overall immersion. While the potential for a captivating atmosphere exists, significant improvements are needed in various aspects, including dynamic commentary and more authentic fighter entrances, to fully realize it.
- “The arenas are meticulously crafted, from the atmospheric lighting to the roaring crowd, creating an immersive environment that enhances the overall gaming experience.”
- “The game's audio design is top-notch, with realistic crowd reactions, bone-crushing sound effects, and a captivating soundtrack that enhances the atmosphere of every fight.”
- “Sometimes I suffer with my guy in the ring, my head spins, my eyes hurt, the atmosphere and the graphics when you're being punched are really good; you'd think you were there, it's impressive, they've really mastered the art of creating a graphic ambiance that's close to perfection.”
- “The clinch is awful, no atmosphere and punches don't tie together very well at all, and when it's a boxing game that's super important.”
- “There's not enough action and atmosphere of a boxing event; it all just seems a bit flat, except in-ring commentary, but even that's a bit dodgy, it's like these guys recorded one line and moved onto the next one.”
- “The state this game is in currently is just not worth your time; every single match is high ping, punches not connecting, constant wins from disconnects. This game also feels like it has no atmosphere; it feels stale, not sure how to describe it.”
grinding
64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
31%
64%
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it tedious and boring, particularly due to the stamina system and the repetitive nature of career mode. Users frequently mention the need for excessive grinding to progress, which can feel frustrating and unbalanced, while some still appreciate the game and look forward to the grind. Overall, the consensus leans towards grinding being a significant drawback, often detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “A bit grindy sometimes.”
- “One long, tedious grind.”
- “The change to the stamina system has made the game boring and tedious; if you haven't knocked out your opponent by round 5, then it's game over. Your stamina will be completely depleted while the CPU will be fresh as a daisy.”
- “The game is completely unbalanced, the knockdown system is horrible, the scoring system is terrible, and it's a game that after 5 matches is boring and tedious.”
- “It's just boring and feels like you're wasting time renegotiating contracts and grinding for cash to go to gyms.”
emotional
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by frustration and disappointment, as players experience issues with gameplay mechanics that detract from the boxing experience, such as punches registering without contact and slow character movements. Many users express a sense of heartbreak over the game's potential, feeling that it could be great if technical issues were resolved, but currently leaves them feeling unsatisfied and disillusioned. Overall, the game is described as an emotional roller coaster, with players hoping for improvements in future updates.
- “It’s a good game but this is heartbreaking.”
- “Overall, just wait for the full release when more fighters are added, career mode, create a fighter, etc... at its current state it's an emotional roller coaster if I'm honest.”
- “I think this game will be the best boxing game if it melts the touching story of lonely training to become a boxing champion and fighting with oneself.”
replayability
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
75%
8%
The game's replayability has seen mixed reviews, with many players highlighting the introduction of career mode as a significant enhancement that adds depth and longevity. However, concerns remain about the limited variety in fighters and arenas, which detracts from overall replay value. While recent updates have improved playability, some users still feel the game lacks sufficient content to sustain long-term engagement.
- “The addition of career mode greatly improved the replay value and has become my go-to game to enjoy a strategic slapping match.”
- “The matchmaking system ensures fair and competitive bouts, contributing to the game's longevity and replayability.”
- “This versatility adds depth and replayability to the gameplay.”
- “It's a good game, but not very replayable without a career mode.”
- “There's not a lot of replayability with the few weight classes that are available and the fighters that are there to select.”
- “Stop adding boxers and make your game more playable.”
character development
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
Character development in the game is highlighted by meticulously designed characters that reflect each boxer's unique fighting style, adding depth to the gameplay. However, there are significant concerns regarding the overall game mechanics and balance, with some players feeling that the game is unfinished and in need of extensive rework before it can be recommended.
- “The developers put a lot of detail into the character designs, and staying accurate to each boxer's distinct fight style.”
- “I don't want to be too negative because there are elements that are really great like the character design.”
- “You can wobble someone and they can go toe to toe with you again and be perfectly fine. Everything other than the movement and character designs needs a rework or a significant update. This game should be in beta testing; it isn't finished by a mile. Give it 5 years and I still doubt it would be good.”
- “Character design: the characters are meticulously designed, with unique attributes and skills that add depth to the gameplay.”
- “The developers put a lot of detail into the character designs, and they stay accurate to each boxer's distinct fight style.”