Fight Night 2004

 PlayStation 2
Metascore
85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 43 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 38 out of 43
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 43
  3. Negative: 0 out of 43
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  1. Edge Magazine
    70
    As a reinvention it's a resounding success, and there are no pretenders to its comprehensiveness [May 2004, p.107]
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  2. GamerFeed
    70
    While the gameplay is solid, the Total Punch Control is still no match for the reliability of the digital pad, and the game lacks the "Just one more match" appeal that makes other sports games shine.
  3. Gamestyle
    70
    It works so well EA may have just have spoiled the chances of any other boxing title that harks back to the simpler time of button pressing to throw out your uppercuts and jabs.
  5. Eurogamer
    60
    At the very least a more responsive stick-based system would have been a plus. but as it stands it almost feels too much of a simulation at the expense of action - although doubtlessly some of you will admire that approach.
  6. netjak
    60
    The most realistic and polished boxing game that has ever been created. However, at the same time, it doesn't compel me to really appreciate the sport more. While it does force you to learn more about boxing in order to win at high levels.
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Awards & Rankings

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#23 Best PS2 Game of 2004
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#63 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2004

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User Score
8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 27 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 27
  3. Negative: 2 out of 27
  1. AgentLvi
    Jun 26, 2023
    10
    Masterpiece game. The story is so enjoyable, scoring is really great, visual is decent, and the voice is stunning
  2. MuhamadA.
    Feb 17, 2005
    10
    This game is f..king great just think MikeTyson punchout FightNight very fun game!
  3. [Anonymous]
    Nov 18, 2004
    8
    For the most part, a great game. New punching system is awesome once mastered and the graphics and animation rule. Fought my way to the top, For the most part, a great game. New punching system is awesome once mastered and the graphics and animation rule. Fought my way to the top, won my first title...defended it once, then my boxer I worked so hard to mold was forced to retire! Needs more things to buy with the millions you earn.… Full Review »
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