Punch-Out!!

 Wii
Metascore
86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 62 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 60 out of 62
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 62
  3. Negative: 0 out of 62
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  1. Gameplayer Sweden
    70
    A near-perfect reimagining of the NES classic with gameplay that still rings true, the only caveat being that the original game is available on Virtual Console for far less.
  2. Eurogamer Spain
    70
    Punch-Out!! for Wii is a great comeback from a classic saga. People who lived prior games will like it, but it also appeal to new gamers with its funny design and astounding personality.

Awards & Rankings

10
#10 Best Wii Game of 2009
9
#9 Most Discussed Wii Game of 2009
29
#29 Most Shared Wii Game of 2009

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User Score
8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 155 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 128 out of 155
  2. Mixed: 18 out of 155
  3. Negative: 9 out of 155
  1. Beastprogamer
    Apr 3, 2015
    9
    This game is a good game. I haven't played it in AGES though... Last played: probably 2012. The graphics are awesome. The controls areThis game is a good game. I haven't played it in AGES though... Last played: probably 2012. The graphics are awesome. The controls are mediocre but okay... The character designs are well done. This game Punch Out for Wii is a Nintendo Select and is usually $20 USD or less, or probably around $30 Canadian Dollars (Never been there, so don't know. Closest place to Canada I lived in: Box Elder, South Dakota and don't try to hunt me down there because I don't live there anymore.) and if it is cheaper, it is DEFINITELY wourth it. I recommend this game EVEN though I haven't played it in ages. Be aware: Defeated opponents are looking for a rematch, coming back to haunt you.… Full Review »
  2. Sam_Slacker
    Aug 8, 2014
    10
    This is the 2nd best Wii game, no question. Just behind Brawl. Very reminiscent of the NES and SNES titles. There are no issues with thisThis is the 2nd best Wii game, no question. Just behind Brawl. Very reminiscent of the NES and SNES titles. There are no issues with this game. Buy it.… Full Review »
  3. NorwayGamer
    Aug 23, 2019
    9
    A really fantastic and under-appreciated gem for the Wii. It's an arcade-style boxing game, with gameplay based on memorization and quickA really fantastic and under-appreciated gem for the Wii. It's an arcade-style boxing game, with gameplay based on memorization and quick reflexes - don't expect a realistic boxing experience here.

    the graphics are truly amazing - some of the absolute best, not just for the Wii, but the entire 7th generation. The animations are so well done and over the top, and the humor is simply hilarious. If you played the original on the NES, you'll instantly feel familiar with this game.

    Little Mac is a really great character, very likable. The way this little guy takes on these huge fighters over twice his size without any fear is really cool.

    And this game is also VERY challenging - I can't stress that enough. You have to have a lot of patience if you want to beat the later figthers, there is a lot of trial and error here to learn their patterns. But it feels so rewarding when you do, and makes you feel really powerful . Like a small freight-train or something, lol.

    This game is a lot of fun, lots of replay-value, one of the most challenging games I've ever played, and has such amazing visuals. Highly recommended!    … Full Review »
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