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Nintendo Entertainment System · Sports
Punch-Out!!
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Nintendo |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Punch-Out!! |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 15 |
Punch-Out!! is a sports game released in 1990 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Nintendo. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Mike Tyson's Punch-Out!!.
It landed about 5 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1990 include Final Fantasy III, Dr. Mario and Mega Man 3. Among the 132 NES sports games in our database, it ranks #5 by legacy score.
It is part of the Punch-Out!! series. The series also appears on other systems with Super Punch-Out!! (SNES). Nintendo also made Super Mario Bros., Super Mario Bros. 3 and Super Mario Bros. 2 for the NES.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you want to experience one of the NES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Punch-Out!! 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Punch-Out!! cheats & codes
166 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Health | ATEALIXZ |
|---|---|
| Refill Stamina Between Rounds | KVKAAGLA |
| Never Lose Hearts | GZKETGST |
| Never Lose Stars | ALNEVPEY |
| Take Less Damage | SZVAAOIV |
| Take Even Less Damage | SZVALPAX |
Punch-Out!! walkthroughs & guides
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Playing NES games today
NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Punch-Out!! FAQ
When did Punch-Out!! come out on the NES?
Punch-Out!! was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made Punch-Out!!?
It was developed by Nintendo.
Is Punch-Out!! multiplayer?
No. Punch-Out!! is a single-player game.
How long does Punch-Out!! take to play?
As a sports game, Punch-Out!! 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 Punch-Out!! 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.