{"product_id":"knockout-kings-2003-nintendo-gamecube-very-good","title":"Knockout Kings 2003 - Nintendo GameCube (Very Good)","description":"\u003c!-- ==================== PRODUCT OVERVIEW ==================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Knockout Kings 2003\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew or Used:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn Case or Loose:\u003c\/strong\u003e In Case\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisc Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e No scratches \/ Scratch free\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Knockout Kings 2003 comes complete in its original OEM GameCube case with manual and artwork included; the scratch-free disc is tested. A nicely kept copy with strong overall presentation for fans of the era when EA boxing still delivered some heavyweight fun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhotos show actual product for sale — no stock images used.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== WHAT’S INCLUDED ==================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGameCube Game Disc:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisc Count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManual \/ Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Artwork:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e OEM\/Original\u003cstrong\u003e*\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtras:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes Nintendo Precautions Booklet\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== GAME DESCRIPTION ==================== --\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eGame Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Touch gloves and step into the ring with \u003cstrong\u003eKnockout Kings 2003\u003c\/strong\u003e, EA Sports’ hard-hitting boxing sim for the \u003cstrong\u003eNintendo GameCube\u003c\/strong\u003e. Trading cartoon chaos for measured footwork and heavyweight power, this sports title focuses on timing, defense, stamina management, and smart punch selection as you square off against recognizable boxing talent. Whether you're looking to pressure opponents with aggressive combinations or wait for the perfect counter, every round rewards patience and precision.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Unlike more arcade-style fighting games, \u003cstrong\u003eKnockout Kings 2003\u003c\/strong\u003e leans into strategic ring control, making it a boxing game for Nintendo GameCube players who enjoy methodical competition over button mashing. EA Sports emphasized realistic pacing, giving each exchange more weight as fighters wear down over the course of a match. 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