Amazon.co.uk Review
If there was ever a film licence waiting for the console treatment
Rocky was the champion choice. The game is full of the atmosphere of all five films, from Rocky's humble beginnings to his crowing glory as "The Undisputed Heavyweight Champion of the World" this game has the lot.
Complete with all the Characters including; Apollo Creed, Clubber Lang (aka Mr T), Ivan Drago and Tommy Gunn, take control of the Italian Stallion in your pursuit to beat the rest and be the best. Like most boxing games it has the usual modes, Exhibition and Sparing, but this being a film licence you have the all important movie mode, this is where the fun starts.
Progress through the fights to unlock each new opponent, all leading up to your big movie rival. After each fight you'll need to improve you fighting prowess by training, you can choose to do this the hard way, by your own steam, or opt for the auto-train improving your precious stats for your next bout. Finish the movie mode and unlock the knockout tournament and prepare for some intense button bashing. If you want to get into the thick of the Rocky fest, then this has the lot, great graphics, great combos and the all important great game play.
With the ring full of boxing sims the question is which one packs the biggest punch. In the case of Rocky, it's the top contender. --Rob Holliday
Product Description
Based on the critically acclaimed Rocky movie anthology staring Sylvester Stallone and featuring all of the leading characters from the five Rocky films--Apollo Creed, Clubber Lang (aka Mr T), Ivan Drago and Tommy Gunn--you take on the role of the Italian Stallion and must fight your way through several single and multiplayer challenges as you attempt to become the undisputed boxing champion of the world.
Featuring 30 individual fighters plus special hidden characters including Rocky's trainer Mickey and over 250 fight moves ranging from attacking hooks, jabs and uppercuts through to defensive blocks, ducks and weaves specially motion captured by current WBO Cruiserweight World Champion Johnny Nelson,
Rocky also features realistic damage including bruises, facial swellings, blood, sweat and tears as the action heats up, plus there is a dedicated training mode designed to enhance your boxer's skill and stamina.
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