How very politically correct. In all, there are nearly 40 real boxers available here, and at least some attention was paid to making the models look and move somewhat like their real-life counterparts. Quick bout basically throws you right into the action, with the computer picking the fighters and venue for you. Single bout lets you choose the combatants, and allows you to play alone or against a friend. Pay per view is your standard tournament scenario wherein you can choose a pool of fighters and create your very own telecast.
Career mode is by far the most impressive of all.
The options available to you in creating and customizing your very own fighter are deep, allowing you to choose specific trademark combos and punches, as well as allowing you to choose your fighter's training regimen. You can even change managers as your career progresses. As you gain experience, you can distribute points to specific attributes, and gradually make your way into the higher echelons of the boxing ranks. Unfortunately, the graphics and gameplay in the prerelease copy are nothing short of frustrating. The character models are decidedly blocky, with sharp edges and incredibly choppy movement as far as the eye can see.