Animal Boxing DS box art

Nintendo DS · Sports

Animal Boxing

Deep cut

SystemNintendo DS
Released2008
GenreSports
PublisherDestineer
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Released for the Nintendo DS in 2008, Animal Boxing is a sports game published by Destineer.

It landed about 4 years into the DS's life. Other notable DS releases from 2008 include Pokémon Platinum, Professor Layton and the Curious Village and Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood.

Animal Boxing supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the DS hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters

What playing Animal Boxing is like

Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.

Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Animal Boxing gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

Animal Boxing walkthroughs & guides

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Playing DS games today

Many DS games rely on the touchscreen and stylus, so they play best on original hardware, a 3DS, or an emulator with mouse or touch input such as Rec0m88. The library is enormous, which makes a recommendation engine especially handy.

Animal Boxing FAQ

When did Animal Boxing come out on the DS?

Animal Boxing was released for the Nintendo DS in 2008.

Who made Animal Boxing?

published by Destineer.

Is Animal Boxing multiplayer?

Yes. Animal Boxing supports up to 2 players.

How long does Animal Boxing take to play?

As a sports game, Animal Boxing typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Animal Boxing on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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