Boxing Legends of the Ring lets you control eight legendary boxers, Roberto Duran , Tommy "Hitman" Duran , Jake "Raging Bull" La Motta , Rocky Graziano , "Sugar" Ray Robinson , "Sugar" Ray Leonard , "Marveleous" Marvin Hagler and James Toney . You can choose to fight in an exhibition mode or play in career mode, aiming to become the greatest of all time.
The game features standard punches like jab, hook, uppercut, and even low blows. Each round and knockdown scored on an opponent earns a super punch, a strong shot that can knock out your opponent if connected correctly.
During a fight, there are two main displays: the damage inflict meter, represented by two boxing gloves showing black areas where punches land, and a fighter's health bar. As you connect punches, the gloves fill up, and the fighter takes damage. The gloves will turn red when the fighter is tired, making it a good time to land your super punch.
Another notable feature is the changing view each round. You'll alternate between looking at your opponent from behind and facing yourself in the mirror.