Ashita no Joe

September 30, 1991 Wave Corp K Amusement Leasing, Taito
Fighting Sport
Arcade SFAM
About

The player stars as Joe Yabuki, an aspiring boxer, as he goes from an unknown kid from the rough side of town to a boxing champion. The game follows the traditional beat 'em up format, with some portions taking place inside a boxing ring and others taking place in the back alleyways, as Joe trains, fights bullies, and then fights in the boxing ring.
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Release Date September 30, 1991
Developer Wave Corp
Publisher K Amusement Leasing, Taito
Game Modes Single player, Multiplayer, Split screen
Perspective Third person
Themes Action