19 Most Laughably Unfair Video Game Bosses Of All Time
9. Mike Tyson's Punch-Out!! - Mike Tyson
Every video game enthusiast knows about Mike Tyson's Punch-Out!!, its legendary reputation for difficulty is off the charts. A large part of that fame is probably due to the fact that Mike Tyson's name is slapped on the box, but the final fight against the world-famous boxer is probably the least enjoyable part of the entire title. Why it's unfair: Time for a short history lesson! When Mike Tyson's Punch Out!! was released back in the 80s, the real version of the boxer was untouchable. Tyson had a win record of 37-0 and his historic loss to James 'Buster' Douglas was an unimaginable prospect. However, the term unbeatable doesn't exactly translate well to video games because, well, isn't it obvious? Tyson's digital sprite in the game certainly isn't impossible to beat, but you'll swear blind that he is. A single well-placed punch from the AI Tyson can floor you indefinitely, and blocking his jabs is equally ill-advised. No, your only hope is that you manage dodge every single blow with the reflexes of a cat, and take advantage of the extremely rare instances where one of Tyson's attacks misses.
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