Oscar De La Hoya, the former boxing champion, has a knockout of a tease after hinting at the return of the beloved Fight Night video game series. The speculation comes after De La Hoya posted an image of the Fight Night Round 3 cover on Twitter with a caption suggesting a significant announcement related to the gaming sector.
Given the history of Fight Night, a franchise that has stayed dormant since Fight Night Champion‘s release in 2011, fans have long been wanting for the franchise to get back up on its feet.
The Fight Night series, known for its detailed career mode and engaging gameplay, has been missed by boxing enthusiasts and gamers alike. The most recent installment, Fight Night Champion, was praised for its innovative approach to boxing simulations, offering players a deep story mode and competitive online matches. The potential for a new title in the series is exciting for fans who have been waiting for over a decade for its return.
How many covers was I on? And what was your favorite. pic.twitter.com/5l7LevPS6T
— Oscar De La Hoya (@OscarDeLaHoya) February 25, 2024
Electronic Arts, the developer behind Fight Night, has shifted its focus to the EA Sports UFC series in recent years, leaving the boxing series on hold. However, with the release of EA Sports UFC 5 last year, rumors have emerged suggesting that EA might revisit the Fight Night franchise. These rumors gained more traction with De La Hoya’s tweets, hinting at his involvement in an upcoming project related to boxing video games.
Of course, it’s possible that De La Hoya’s posts is about his involvement with a different boxing game, Undisputed, which is trying to capture the essence of classic boxing titles for modern platforms. But De La Hoya’s direct reference to Fight Night suggests a connection to a potential new entry in the series by EA.
The demand for a new Fight Night game is clear, with fans and professional boxers alike expressing their desire for its return. The series has sold millions of copies worldwide, with Fight Night Round 3 being particularly successful.
Of course, the gaming landscape has changed since the last Fight Night game last came out, with new titles like Undisputed entering the scene.
Despite the competition, EA’s experience with the EA Sports UFC series could influence a new Fight Night, incorporating advances in gameplay and graphics. The “Stand and Bang” mode in UFC 4, which emphasizes stand-up fighting, hints at how a new Fight Night game could evolve.
Whether De La Hoya is teasing a new Fight Night game or his involvement in another project, fans eagerly await for the next update.
