Punch Out had a great run about fifteen years ago. For those that owned a Nintendo console at this time, or who regularly visited video game arcades, you will surely have come across this boxing game. Nintendo, who have recently paid particular attention to transporting older games to the Wii, has got this one out of the cupboard, dusted it off, and updated it so that all players, nostalgic or new, will be able to enjoy it. While the transports of games to the Wii haven’t always been successful, the developers here have taken a lot of care so that its come back is without issue. Players that are familiar with this game ill once again discover the key elements that lead to its success, while new players will also discover a game that is a little unusual and particularly entertaining. As you will have understood, the transport of Punch Out is a success.

Punch Out is a boxing game, but be aware that you don’t take on the role of a boxer making his way around the professional tour. Here you will take on different champions, each with their own personalities and all rather charismatic. Your fighter, the one who will take all of the hits that you didn’t manage to avoid, is Little Mac, a young fighter looking to make his mark and win tournaments. But the road is long for a fighter looking to win belts.