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11-05-2019, 09:04 AM | #21 | |
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I did this at first before I realised I wasn’t doing things correctly. The next action is usually highlighted in yellow, that’s why you were getting zero punches landed. Check out the video i have posted if you want. |
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11-05-2019, 09:14 AM | #22 | |
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11-05-2019, 12:03 PM | #23 |
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yea i saw that it helped but fact is way too many clicks to get something the way over the top clicks will turn off a LOT of people (including me)
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11-05-2019, 09:10 PM | #24 |
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Hi OFG! I am writing this from my phone so I will try and recall as well as I can your post and your concerns. The game is a complete game in that the game itself is complete. It gives you a few fighters to work with during the trial period but when you purchase the game it comes with the Heavyweight division which i believe is over 100 fighters. You can buy additional divisions for $12 a set. Also, the game is complete in that you will never have to buy an upgrade. The game will automatically upgrade when improvements are made. So yes, it will be via the boxer sets that Straight Jab will be making its money. All of the weight divisions will be done but as of now, there are HW, LHW, MW and WW divisions available.
The rules of the game can be found in the help tab at the top of the screen. It is recommended that you read both in order to really understand appreciate the game mechanics. Also, there is record keeping, rankings, quick play, and also text of the fight that can be exported. You can import 2 pictures for your fighter that will show up on the screen. There is a lot of clicking on the screen but if you were playing the game manually this would be the same as flipping the boxing action cards. I like the suspense that this brings but it's not for everyone. Also, the youtube video gives you a really good look at the game but the player is not exactly going through the game process correctly in regards to the control check. So be sure to read the rules. The game is a bit buggy at the moment but the program is put together by Bill Salm and I'm certain that these will be addressed shortly. The man's reputation is pretty solid. I see this game getting better and better and Jim does take suggestions into consideration. |
11-05-2019, 09:27 PM | #25 | |
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Now that I see it "working" this does indeed look like a GREAT game to me. It takes the best playing the board version and, if record-keeping is indeed there and I have no reason to believe it isn't, then you're basically playing the board version and the computer is keeping records for you. And you can apparently edit and add new boxers (from the FAQ at their website). This is PERFECT. I always like the "playing" the boxed version of the first one better than playing TBCB 2.0 or 2.5. With Title Bout II PC Version, you basically still get the suspense and fun of playing the boxed version with the ease and and editing ability of the computer record keeping. I was so impressed watching the video I immediately purchased an unlock code and three divisions (Light Heavyweights, Middleweights, and Welterweights) only to discover.... I can't play the game. It says my 5 day trial is over (after not seeing anything to the game but flipping BAC cards I had uninstalled it) after reinstalling and trying to play tonight even though I had only actually played and had it installed ONE DAY. And I searched everywhere for an "unlock code" and can't find it in my email I received or on the "thank you page" it took me to after purchase. Very, VERY frustrating. I am excited, wanting to play, and can't. Gonna demand a refund if I can't play by the time I go to bed tonight. I did NOT use my full 5 days, and I DID pay for an unlock code but don't have it. This game is driving me nuts. I absolutely loved the boxed version (bought two sets, one for me and one for my 40 years old son) and was very disappointed with the PC version (only because I didn't know what I was doing) and then I see how to actually play and am very excited about the PC version and go and purchase the full registered version and then can't play because it says I used up my full 5 day trial period (even though I didn't) and don't have an unlock code despite spending over $70. LOL, game is gonna make me pull out my last 8 hairs on my head. Hopefully it gets fixed tonight.
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11-06-2019, 04:46 AM | #26 |
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OFG,
That is what I like about the game as well. It is basically playing the boardgame without having to deal without all of the record keeping. I love the suspense that comes with the BAC flips. And remember, the only time you do a control check is when the fighter currently in control loses control. This eliminates the need to continue doing BAC flips where nobody is in control. The unlock code for the game is coming. It usually takes anywhere from 24 to 48 hours and will come in an email from Bill Salm. The reason the five day trial version was cut short on your machine is because you uninstalled and then reinstalled the game. I did the same thing. I ended up buying the game,which includes the Heavyweights, and received my unlock code within 24 hours. It may take up to 48 because Bill and Jim are the only ones who are processing the orders at this time. |
11-06-2019, 08:31 AM | #27 |
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I ordered game last night with the middleweights, waiting on the code also. In the meantime, working on updating boxers photos as TB2 has a different naming process from old TB which I still play on occasion. I am looking forward to some retro matchups for sure. Thanks.
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11-06-2019, 01:54 PM | #28 |
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Oh man this game is GREAT. Thanks to all who helped me understand it better, that youtube video made all the difference in the world. I "thanked" everyone in the thread but also just wanted to say it to.
And I LOVE it. I like all the clicks, as I've said on these forums about the old TBCB PC games... I actually enjoyed playing the boxed version more as I was able to keep up with the action better and enjoyed the suspense. Same here. And then you get the added bonus of computer record keeping. This is EXACTLY what I've been looking for in a boxing game. FINALLY !!!!!! And to clarify on the number of boxers you receive when you purchase... yes, it is way, way, way more than the number of boxers in the trial version. It's only one division (Heavyweights) but it's way more of them. My only complaint is the pricing. At $12.00 for each division, this game ends up being very, very expensive for just a text based sim. I'm not sure I'm going to buy any more divisions due to this, but I did purchase the three additional ones that are available right now so that I have a total of four (Heavyweights, Light Heavyweights, Middleweights, and Welterweights) and all 4 have LOADS of fighters in each division. PLUS, you can add your own. This really is the boxing PC game I've been waiting for ever since I started playing the original board game back in the 70's or 80's (which I loved and did tournaments in all of the divisions... keeping records with paper and pen lol). If you liked the original board game, and don't mind a lot of clicks, I highly recommend you give this a try. Plus, you can try it free for five days just to make sure you like it.
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11-06-2019, 03:06 PM | #29 |
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Just received my codes, have lots of fights planned. I am a retro guy, so many matches to relive. Thanks.
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11-10-2019, 10:44 PM | #30 |
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Well, I have had the game for a bit now, and its amazing. I am having a blast , with the Middleweights and of course the Heavyweights. I am ordering the other two divisions shortly, I think lightweights will be coming soon. Anyone else have opinions?
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11-13-2019, 04:07 PM | #31 | |
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Big, so it's just old time fighters? Any way to create current boxers like we can in our other game? |
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11-13-2019, 10:37 PM | #32 |
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I know there are some current boxers in the heavy weights file, but I'm a retro guy so not sure about other divisions. On the Title Bout website under downloads, there are lists of boxers that are carded. Yes, you can create fighters with the editor fairly simple process as even I get it. Thanks for asking.
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11-14-2019, 10:17 AM | #33 |
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Thanks for the reply - Big!
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11-14-2019, 07:05 PM | #34 |
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Your welcome.
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11-16-2019, 10:07 PM | #36 |
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I'm glad to see that the attitude towards this game seemed to change once people understood how to play. It does take some getting used to...
It really is like playing the board game, and if you have played the TB II game you should have no issue jumping right in... The trial is a bit misleading with the number of boxers included, but the full version comes with 200 heavyweights and the ability to edit and create your own boxers. There is a very rudimentary record tracking system, hopefully with time this gets improved, but with the core game being what it is there isn't a ton to do there, so any updates are sure to bring some of the bells and whistles people desire. The forty dollar price tag feels steep for such a simple game, but I can tell you I have already got my monies worth.
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I have the Heavy's, Light Heavy's, Middleweights and Welterweights and after getting used to it after 3 bouts I can say that the game flows well and you do feel even more as if you at fight night. I have done Honeyghan vs De LaHoya and that was a rough night for the "Raggamuffin" and it went the distance. With every punch ( a couple of clicks of the mouse) from Oscar I could feel the bad intentions behind his jab and wondered if he would land a big one! (HP 10) and marvelled at his jabs, combinations and ring movement. Even so, Honeyghan had enough power to make me think...with one flip of the card.....he could come back and win. He didn't and lost badly. Anyway, there is some sound which I like when a combination lands, even a sample of Mills Lane "punch and get out" when the boxer's clinch. This was an enjoyable fight to play through (I havnt figured out strategies yet) but the more I play the quicker I can do a bout. I am sure just before the fight starts there is a sample of Jimmy Lennon's "It's Showtime!" and crowd cheers throughout. There are options to match randomly, Top 20 fighters, Top 10 fighters, or randomly match fighters. There is of course editing. ( I think I've worked how Jim does it on this version which is different to TBCB but TBCB database will help). It does have current fighters especially the heavyweights. I am sure "homebrews" will be available soon, Jim has stated that he may eventually release how he rates fighters) I will say this now, easily the most I have enjoyed any version of the original game from the Trunzo's since the board game. At first glance it does look like legends of boxing which was on "tabletop sports" website for free, but that looks like it's been taken down. The best description I can give the PC version of Title Bout 2 is that it is the board game ( with the suspense of flipping cards) wrapped up in a Legend of boxing coat. It is awesome! The rating of the fighters is similar the TBCB but has it's differences. Essentially the computer does the hard work, really its Flip Card to see who has control then flip another to get a number that maps to the fighter cards (which adjust according to style, fatigue and strategy). Your essentially a director of the fight saying "Action!". I don't think it will be long before I can redo my Prince Naseem Hamed vs Featherweight greats from 10 years ago! If you havn't already, try the game you will not regret it Last edited by Dr.K; 11-22-2019 at 08:32 PM. |
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