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PS2
Ashita no Joe Masshiro ni Moetsukuru - Best
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When
darkness falls and thoughts turn to those of tragic
heroes, one must give consideration to the tale of
Ashita no Joe. From destitute beginnings in the Doya
slums and bleak prospects to the top ranks of the boxing
elite, Joe Yabuki became a hero to manga readers and
college students across Japan during the tumultuous 70s.
Creators Asao Takamori and Tetsuya Chiba debuted Ashita
no Joe at a time when considerable economic and social
upheaval was transforming Japanese culture and Joe's
trials struck a resonant chord. The PS2 game recreates
the manga and animation with familiar characters,
memorable matches and a faithful storyline.
Characters such as archrival Toru Rikiishi, Danpei
Tange, Goromaki Gondoh, Tiger Ozaki, Wolf Kanagushi,
Carlos Rivera, Hamario, and World Champion Jose Mendoza
show up as supporting cast. Boxing matches are viewed
from a side perspective where two brutes dance and sting
in rapid-fire fashion. Regulation issue health meters
above each boxer gauge the progress of the fight. Story
scenes are told through art panels and character
interaction sequences. Defeating or losing to a
contender forks the storyline into branches where new
fighters challenge Joe. Nostalgic manga fans may find
comfort in the Art Gallery which brims with
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