Key Takeaways:
- Punch tracking issues have been significantly improved.
- Power punches now carry higher risk, making strategy more important.
- Andy Ruiz, Benavidez, and Sugar Ray Leonard ’87 received key stat boosts.
Steel City Interactive has rolled out another major update for Undisputed, its flagship boxing sim, bringing the game to version 1.4.4. The new patch introduces sweeping gameplay changes, key bug fixes, and performance improvements now available on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC via Steam.
After a rocky full release in October 2024, Undisputed has faced heavy scrutiny from fans. However, with consistent updates and a clearly dedicated development team, the title is slowly regaining its footing—especially with this latest patch.
Punch Tracking Finally Gets Fixed in 1.4.4
The headline feature in update 1.4.4 is a fix for the notoriously broken punch tracking system. According to Steel City, players should now experience “notably better” accuracy and responsiveness when landing punches. This addresses long-standing complaints where punches would fly over opponents’ heads or miss entirely, even at close range.
Additional fixes also target the evade mechanic and critical issues involving dazed opponents, helping polish the core boxing experience.
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Gameplay Rebalancing Adds Risk to Power Punches
Steel City also rebalanced stamina and power mechanics in version 1.4.4. Punch damage now scales more directly with stamina, making energy management crucial during bouts. The risk/reward system for power punches has also been revamped—missing a power shot now results in longer recovery time.
Flash Knockouts (KOs) have been reintroduced and reworked. These are now tied more closely to in-ring momentum, particularly when landing successful counter punches or critical combos on a fatigued opponent.
Andy Ruiz, Benavidez, and Sugar Ray Leonard Receive Buffs
While the update doesn’t add new fighters, several existing ones saw key changes. Andy Ruiz has received a bump in both punch speed and his in-game rating, aligning better with his real-world reputation as a heavyweight threat. David Benavidez and Sugar Ray Leonard ’87 also saw their punch speeds increased.
These buffs come on the heels of the “Mexican Monster” DLC and show Steel City’s ongoing efforts to refine fighter realism and balance
Character Creator Expands with New Movesets and Cosmetics
In addition to gameplay enhancements, the Character Creator received new content. Players can now use movesets from boxing legends Jack Dempsey and Jack Johnson, along with new vintage cosmetics for customizing their fighters in classic styles.
Conclusion: A Step in the Right Direction for Undisputed
With update 1.4.4, Undisputed continues its slow but steady climb toward becoming the modern boxing sim fans hoped for. Improved punch tracking, gameplay tuning, and meaningful fighter updates show that Steel City is listening to player feedback and making strides in the right direction.
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