Wii Like Punching Stuff

Alright let's see what we have in today's random Fabulous Friday grab-bag.
I suppose in the spirit of blogging, I shall share a bit of my personal interests which in this case is gaming. As a true through-and-through gamer at heart, I will occasionally include content here that relates to the beloved hobby.

And as it turns out, I spent an hour or so last night finishing the new Wii "Punch Out". So perhaps I'll share today a little section I like to call "How to Beat the Crap Out of Super Macho Man" and stay tuned for the next article for "How to Beat the Crap Out of Mr. Sandman".
If you're playing the game, and either having a tough time felling these beasts, or you're on your way to the top, I'll just cover these two proficient pugilists and hopefully make things go smoothly for your final pursuit to the WCC Belt. Enjoy

Beating the Crap Out of Super Macho Man

This guy is actually a pushover, and if you play your cards right you can easily smack him down for good in Round One.

Super Macho Man has two primary attacks at the outset: A left and right uppercut.
When he crouches to the left (your left) and says "Crunchin...", you will disappoint him by dodging immediately to the left, yielding a surprised look on his face accompanied with "DUDE!"
You will take the opportunity here to punch him a few times with Left-Right-Left alternating jabs to the face, but after the first few quick punches, his head will lean a bit further out of reach, and he'll block if you keep up punching quickly at that point. So you've got to change up your rhythm to get in those precious extra punches. After the first few quick punches, when his head rocks further to the side, wait a split second before throwing another punch, and you'll connect again. Follow it up with another couple alternating face jabs to the proper side of the face at the same, slightly slower rhythm. If you've timed it right, your final punch in the combo nets you a star. Hang on to it and don't get hit!

When Macho Man crouches to the right (your right), you'll need to wait just a split second before you dodge, as the uppercut is a bit delayed (while he knocks his gloves together).
If you manage to dodge this one, you could take this opportunity to land a few more face punches... OR you could just grab a quick free easy Star Punch out of it. Rather than just Punching him repeatedly in the face immediately after dodging this uppercut, you should wait just a split second longer before you connect. A good rule is to wait for him to finish saying "BOGUS!", and right after he says it, smack him with one good left jab to the face and if you've timed it right, you'll earn a Star on the spot.

One other opportunity for grabbing a star from Super Macho Man is when he poses for the cameras. He'll flash yellow for a second and say "Photo Op". You want to smack him in the face right when he says "Op", and you'll bank that star punch.

Considering the opportunities thus far, you should have no problem stacking up 3 stars, as well as putting a hurt on Macho Man through the process. As long as you can time your dodges properly and keep your stars, you should be able to launch a triple-star-punch after the next uppercut dodge following earning your third star, and he'll hit the canvas.

After knocking Macho Man down, he'll add the classic spin punch to his arsenal. Watch for his quick wind-up and immediately duck to avoid the spin punch (which will punish your health and hearts if it hits). After successfully dodging, you want to employ the alternating left-right face jabs as before (you'll get more punches in after the spin punch than you did from dodging regular uppercuts)... and remember to change up your rhythm to a slightly slower routine when his head rocks further out to the side (also noted by his groans being a bit more drawn out). If you connect with all your jabs and time it correctly, you can net another star out of the deal on the final punch.

Similar to the single spin punch is the patented and deadly Triple spin punch, which is foretold by quite a little show prior to the event. He will also prep up while saying "Super...Macho...Man", and then unleash a fast and furious spinning punch. You'll need to be quick about your ducking, three times in a row. If you managed dodge all three, great work, you can punish him in the same manner as with the single spin punch.

Again, stack up 3 star punches (or two if you feel like you're losing the stars too quickly before using them) and let him have it. Be warned, after you knock him down twice, Super Macho Man will become more aggressive and much quicker about the pain he intends to deliver upon you.
Perhaps the trickiest and most painful in Macho Man's arsenal is a super-quick right hook that often seems to come out of no where, and he's not afraid to string them together. Watch out for this one above all, as it is exactly the type of attack designed to throw you off and this bout can easily turn into a nightmare after knocking him down twice. Keep an eye out for that hook, dodge to the left and pummel him appropriately to stay on top.

Just use the proper techniques in the proper situations according to what he throws at you, and use your triple-star-punch as soon as you've got an open shot. Repeat that process and be quick to react when things get hairy. You'll see how fast you can rack up the stars and put this ego-freak down for good without even going to round two.

There you have it kids...that's how you beat the crap out of Super Macho Man.

A few tricks for you regarding Mr. Sandman, as a little preview for the guide next time....

*Be agressive and you're more likely to earn stars
*If he fakes you out and you dodge early, throw a hook
*Know the pattern: Face-Body-Body-Body-Body

See ya next time!