As great as Nintendo is doing with most of its franchises, there are some that could use a little more love lately. F-Zero definitely comes to mind, as does StarFox. But…what about Punch-Out!!?
The boxing franchise got its start in arcades many years ago, as a dual-screen cabinet with a unique control system. Since then, it’s become a staple with home releases, including the NES and Super NES, with those games seeing a variety of re-releases.
But, I’ll tell you what, the Wii edition of Punch-Out!! was a true evolution. Developed by the team at Next Level, it embraced the classic gameplay we come to expect from the series, while, at the same time, adapting with new character ideas, personality, and, of course, the addition of the awesome Donkey Kong.