In the world of boxing and video games, Anthony Joshua is a household name. So much so that multiple games have taken inspiration from this charismatic fighter and modeled their own version of a playable character across several platforms.
If Anthony Joshua’s recent knockout (going against Francis Ngannou) is any evidence of how incredible his ‘movesets‘ can be, these games are a testimony to the fighter’s outstanding legacy. Over the years, here are some cool examples of how video games have paid homage to Anthony’s boxing career.
UFC: An Obvious Choice
Over the years, UFC games have increasingly maintained an industry standard of how real-life fighters find their way into the ring, letting players experience the sport for themselves. Without, you know, hurting anyone around them in real life.
UFC 4 features Anthony Joshua as the highly-revered fighter that he is. The game’s website even throws some light on his prowess:
Anthony Joshua, hailing from Britain, has quickly established himself as one of the dominant finishers in boxing. His heavy hands have secured him an impressive record with 21 of 23 victories coming by knockout.
Well, if only the devs knew that Anthony has landed yet another knockout, it’d certainly be mentioned here.
Anthony Joshua’s portrayal in the game closely followed his real-life fighting stance and style, leading up to some hard-hitting combos against opponents. It’s surreal to see how quickly Anthony moves in real life, and the devs still did a great job at putting a spotlight on his realism.
Anthony Joshua in FIFA – After All, He Is a Big Fan of the Game
Post-FIFA 20, there was a new feature that refined the popular five-a-side face-offs. This was called Volta. 2021’s version of the game introduced Anthony Joshua as a playable character, and in 2024, this connection makes more and more sense.
Recently, Anthony revealed how his relationship with the game almost cost him his career. The sportsman would spend hours upon hours developing his skills in this virtual sport, and this addiction almost got the better of him.
It’s interesting to see real-life fighters (and sportspeople of all kinds) in different games, yet few have personalities that fit the overall theme better. That’s where Anthony Joshua’s charismatic personality shines. Even in real life, the celebrity is part of many different circles and never shies away from talking about his hobbies and habits.
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