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Ask just about anyone what the best kind of punch is, and they’ll probably say “uppercut.” This is partly because “uppercut” is the only punch that anyone outside of boxing fandom can actually identify by name, but mostly because seeing one pulled off well can be breathtaking. A rising blow from the hip to the target’s chin, a good uppercut can floor an opponent, break a jaw and potentially even kill. It can also look awesome.
Unsurprisingly, nowhere are uppercuts more awesome than in videogames, which since the ‘80s have shaped our perception of them to the point where they’re no longer just power punches employed by extremely tough men. They’re finishing moves, ultra-powerful attacks and metaphorical middle fingers to the enemies we’re about to knock unconscious. At their best, they also feel great to pull off, as proved by the following examples...
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The Olympic games have been over for a week now and you may feel like it's left a big space in your life. In fact, it's now a bit weird to turn on the TV and not see someone rowing or running (or crying). But don't worry – you don't have to wait until 2012 to fill that void again. Why, you can do it all again with the wonder of gaming!
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