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World Championship Boxing Manager

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Also known as
Campeonato Del Mundo Boxing Manager

This boxing management sim challenges you to train fighters, negotiate contracts, and climb two rankings over 15-20 strategic bouts.

World Championship Boxing Manager was developed by Goliath Games and published for MS-DOS in 1990, which is the earliest commercial release of this version on the DOS platform and also the original release year.


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About World Championship Boxing Manager

In this management simulation, the player guides heavyweight boxers through their professional careers. The interface uses icons set in a manager's office to control various options.

Strategic decisions involve tailoring a boxer's training to their personal attributes and recent fight damage, while also considering the style of the next scheduled opponent. Negotiating fight contracts requires balancing financial gain, placement on the event card, and selecting a suitable opponent to advance in the rankings. Progress is challenging, as climbing through the roster of 97 boxers typically requires around 15 to 20 bouts.

The game world features two distinct governing bodies, each with its own rule set. A victory under one organization's rules may not carry the same weight with the other, adding a layer of strategic consideration to career planning.

Fights are described through a simulated text commentary from two analysts, whose exchange highlights significant punches and indicates which fighter has the edge, offering insight into potential judges' scoring. The manager can issue tactical instructions to their boxer both before and during the match.

World Championship Boxing Manager Screenshots

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Your secretary
Before a fight
A fight is about to start
At the doctor after a fight
Title Screen (EGA)
Contract (EGA)
Choose your Boxer (EGA)
Title Screen (CGA)
Contract (CGA)
Choose your Boxer (CGA)