E3 Impressions - Andy L.

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This one drew constant large crowds, and after giving it a go for a few rounds, it's a winner. The characters are interesting, large, detailed, and have a good variety. The controls utililize every button on the DC controller, but are simple enough that anyone can get into the game very quickly.

Basically, this is pure arcade fun, but it's not a lightweight in the gameplay department. The trigger buttons allow you to guard, bob and weave, and beyond the basic punches, there are hidden combos to discover. Keep an eye out for this one, folks, it looks like a winner!

Product Description
Featuring the famous voice of boxing, Michael Buffer, Ready 2 Rumble Boxing features hard-hitting arcade-style boxing action and is expected to be available in conjunction with the launch of the Dreamcast system this fall.

``We are excited to be one of the first developers to show off the technology of Sega's Dreamcast game console and allow players to take advantage of the system's Internet play capabilities'' said Paula Cook, director of marketing at Midway Home Entertainment. ``With Blitz-style, over-the-top gameplay, Ready 2 Rumble Boxing showcases the stunning 128-bit graphics capabilities of the Dreamcast, and the addition of Michael Buffer's trademark battle cry makes gamers feel like they're ringside.''

In Ready 2 Rumble Boxing, players can compete as one of 20 boxers, each with their own fighting style. Each boxer is hyper realistic with an unlimited number of punch combinations for both realistic and over-the-top boxing styles. Players can compete in arcade-style mode, contending for a championship belt, or play head-to-head on the system or via the Dreamcast's modem.

Ready 2 Rumble Boxing also features Championship Mode, in which players can take on the role of boxer and manager, assuming control of managing money used to sign boxers and buy equipment for the gym. Players use the equipment to train and build up power, speed, stamina, punches and durability.