Do not talk about fight club
I admit to being dubious about anything with "manager" in the name because it usually means boring or for the uber-geeks. Then I noticed AtariMania had this listed as STe Enhanced, which whetted my appetite. Well, what can I say, I'm a sucker for anything STe enhanced!! Let's just hope I don't die of boredom. Ha!
Let's take a peep at some screens that push the ST to its limits... ahem...
Here's the place to get things organised and to ensure the care of your fighters. Gripping stuff!
Here's the place to get things organised and to ensure the care of your fighters. Gripping stuff!
Silly faces you can punch!
We're first greeted by a range of dodgy blokes, who are all after a contract, so pick who you fancy before heading out to the office. It's here you can arrange a fight, train, view contracts, and even watch a fighter receive his physio. The fights are watched from behind the commentators, who will describe everything that is going on for each round. However, I soon felt the life force drain from me, so I hit the fast-forward button!!
I can't say I was converted to the sport, or even hooked on this style of game, but I continued on and headed back to my office to see what other wonders awaited me. I noticed hands on the right side of the office, but clicking did nothing, so I figured it was just part of the background. Until I clicked the filing cabinet...
I can't say I was converted to the sport, or even hooked on this style of game, but I continued on and headed back to my office to see what other wonders awaited me. I noticed hands on the right side of the office, but clicking did nothing, so I figured it was just part of the background. Until I clicked the filing cabinet...
I almost spat my coffee out when I began to watch my assistant walk across the office - an eye-popping moment in 16-bit sex appeal. Walking in those heels obviously looks tough, but she certainly excelled at handing over my documents!! Come on, I'm sure a better use of the STe palette could have been made. lol
It's time for some more screenshots...
The car animation is cool, as are the opening scenes within the stadium. Very exciting!
The CryptO'pinion?
Boxing Manager isn't a bad game whatsoever, and I imagine it will appeal to sports and strategy fans. Sadly, it wasn't something that I found particularly entertaining. Except for the girl strutting her stuff and flashing her legs and boobs. Yep, I can imagine the folk at Goliath Games had themselves a right laugh making this!
The car animation is cool, as are the opening scenes within the stadium. Very exciting!
The CryptO'pinion?
Boxing Manager isn't a bad game whatsoever, and I imagine it will appeal to sports and strategy fans. Sadly, it wasn't something that I found particularly entertaining. Except for the girl strutting her stuff and flashing her legs and boobs. Yep, I can imagine the folk at Goliath Games had themselves a right laugh making this!
Strictly one ideally suited for Boxing enthusiasts with lots of spare time on their hands.
