Undisputed Reviews
Undisputed does a lot of new and interesting things in the boxing genre, but also fails to connect in several key areas.
Undisputed has a good swing, but in boxing, if you come at the king, you best not miss. Just like the irrepressible Canelo, Fight Night is still the reigning champ.
Undisputed is a valiant attempt by Steel City Interactive, bringing back boxing to the fore in video games after a long absence. The in-ring action is generally very good and the roster is well stacked. What is missing is good commentary and there are gameplay issues that need to be addressed, including lag and stuttering. Undisputed is not ready to be a title challenger yet, but updates may see it get there eventually.
Undisputed is a fantastic attempt to bring boxing back into the forefront of video games. The engaging career mode, realistic graphics, and well-executed in-ring action make it a strong contender in the otherwise quiet genre. For boxing enthusiasts who have been missing these games, Undisputed does a great job of bringing the thrill of the ‘sweet science’ to life. While I wish the roster had more current big names and the commentary was better; Undisputed still manages to stand tall as king of the ring for now.
Undisputed doesn't pull its punches, and it's a tidy first attempt. While the game lacks the polish of a true champion, there's the meat of something special here. Career mode has all the elements of a great, but it's a bit dry in its current guise and could use a little more spectacle and variety. Meanwhile, the actual core boxing feels fantastic, but repetitive commentary and a lack of in-ring drama let it down. This is a release that's not quite ready to contend for a belt yet, but it's not a million miles off.
: Undisputed has the flavor of a title assault launched too soon. Steel City Interactive's ambition is evident and even well-founded, given the goodness of the boxing model created, but it has led the studio to take a step a little too far. The game was born already great and not all aspects enjoyed the same care given to combat, such as the Career Mode that exalts between the ropes, but is as flat as the paperwork in the outline. Still, it is a good title, especially for those who care little for frills and are interested only in the barrel, on which a new and promising dynasty can be built in the future.
Review in Italian | Read full review
While not every punch connects perfectly, and knockouts may lack some of the desired ferocity, the game’s attention to the nuances of boxing makes it the most impressive iteration since EA’s landmark series.
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Review in Italian | Read full review
If you are a follower of this sport or if you enjoyed Fight Night Champion at the time, it is a must-buy because not only does it have similarities with the defunct EA Sports license, but it surpasses it in various sections.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Undisputed is a must in the library of all boxing lovers and those who are looking for an experience closer to realism inside the ring. Step into this ring with confidence, it's the most beautiful and complete fight you've had in a long time.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
I came away from Undisputed frustrated. In here is an incredible boxing game buried under entirely too many bugs, balance issues, and incomplete features for launch. Maybe round 2?
Despite some glaring roster omissions and little in the way of meaningful evolution over the boxing sims of old, Undisputed enters the ring as a lean and mean contender that's fighting fit. Just don't go expecting any seismic shifts when it comes to the boxing formula.
Undisputed delivers impressive graphical detail and an extensive fighter roster that will satisfy boxing fans. The moment to moment boxing mechanics feel fun while leaning into the sim territory with the game's sixty different punches. While the modes within Undisputed don't warrant the asking price of $59.99, the character options, fighting mechanics, and deep roster are enough to satisfy fans of the genre.
I enjoyed my time with Undisputed. It features a wealth of licensed boxers but also allows you to create your own and take on a career. The Career mode is detailed enough to be exciting but could have used a few tweaks such as letting us hit the gym to practise our moves before the scheduled matches. Without that ability, this title does feel a little empty. Especially given that it has been in Early Access on PC for a while now. That said though, the presentation, overall, is excellent; the characters look great, and battle arenas cover everything from gyms to full-on television with commentators calling the shots as we fight in the ring. Undisputed is an admirable piece of work, but just needed a little more than in-ring action to make it the king of the hill.
Once the freshness of having a new boxing game for the first time in years wears off, the community will start to pick apart the game in such a way that would make Bud Crawford proud. By exponentially increasing the number of players, the usual online exploits will be exposed, so it’s up to the developers to continue to tune the gameplay, add more fighters to the roster, and flesh out their career mode. For now, it’s an excellent start and a must-have for any die-hard boxing fan or casual that enjoys the sweet science.
Undisputed is a truly excellent and comprehensive title, although it can still improve. We have a boxing game that strives for realism in every punch and movement. Defensive techniques, punches, footwork: everything aims to be perfect. The sweat on the back, the blood from the nose, the swollen eyes, every detail is really there. The game offers a truly well-crafted, beautiful, and precise realism. It's a shame that some content is missing, like the ability to actually perform training sessions, which would have added something extra to the game. However, we expect great things for the future of the series.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Undisputed is a contender that hasn’t quite found its footing, leaving fans waiting for that triumphant moment.
If you like an approach more like a simulation with relatively low dynamics, then Undisputed will appeal to you more than it did to me. If, on the other hand, you were hoping for a “spiritual successor” to Fight Night, you may be disappointed.
Review in Polish | Read full review
In the end, it's not about Undisputed being a good game or not, because it has solid elements and defends itself, but it's what it's been for more than a decade and it's our only option. Undoubtedly, and despite its failures, it has bases that excite for what could be done in the future and with a larger budget. If you're a fan of boxing and you're fed up with the last game of 2013, give Undisputed a try, although keep in mind that it's not a AAA simulator and its edges are rough. If you don't have a problem with that, welcome back to the ring and let the bell ring.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Overall, although Undisputed had more potential to be even better and could have performed more successfully as a long-term experience with a more suitable career mode, such a game is truly a blessing for boxing fans. The detailed and deep gameplay provides a good path for improvement and skill development over time, and you can especially experience high excitement in the online mode of Undisputed. So, if you're a boxing fan, there won't be a better option available to you, and I recommend not missing it
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