Heavyweight Champ (set 1)

Step into the ring with Sega’s Heavyweight Champ, released in 1987 and offering a unique boxing experience. Players guide “Kid Crusher” through a series of matches, aiming to climb the rankings and ultimately challenge for the World Heavyweight Title. Success in these bouts—and subsequent defenses of your championship belt—are key to becoming a true champion within the game. The first-person perspective puts you directly in the action as you control Crusher’s movements using a paddle controller. The game's ending sequence features the likeness of Mike Tyson, providing a memorable conclusion for those who reach the top. Heavyweight Champ was originally released in Japan and later ported to home consoles like the Sega Master System and Game Gear. Developed on Sega's "System 16B" hardware, this two-player boxing game represents an early example of first-person sports simulation. It serves as the initial entry in a series that would later include Title Fight.