Poe Is Not Your Enemy, SCI — He’s Your Greatest Ally
3/30/2025 — In the ever-growing community of boxing video game fans, few voices have been as persistent, passionate, and detail-driven as that of Poeticdrink2u — known simply as Poe. As Steel City Interactive (SCI) continues the development of Undisputed, the most ambitious boxing simulation in years, it’s crucial to recognize a truth that could elevate the entire project:
Poe is not your enemy. He is one of your greatest assets.
Championing Realism, Not Tearing Down Dreams
Poe has spent years advocating for the kind of boxing game fans deserve—one steeped in authenticity, strategic depth, and true-to-life presentation. His detailed feedback, ranging from nuanced punch mechanics to boxer tendencies, stamina systems, and trainer integration, reflects a comprehensive understanding of both the sport and game design.
Rather than offering criticism for criticism’s sake, Poe has consistently provided constructive, well-reasoned input that mirrors SCI’s own mission: to build the most authentic boxing video game ever made.
Unpaid Consultant. Community Conduit. Quality Control.
Game developers often seek player feedback through forums, surveys, and paid focus groups. But with Poe, SCI has a rare opportunity: a community member whose feedback is not only free but essential. He operates as a quality control watchdog, gameplay analyst, and community voice—all wrapped into one passionate contributor.
His voice represents the hardcore fans who’ve supported the vision of a sim boxing title long before early access.
The Wrong Label: “Too Hardcore”
Brushing Poe off as “too demanding” or “hard to please” is a misstep. In truth, Poe’s feedback reflects the standards of excellence that any studio serious about a sim experience should aspire to. What may seem like relentless scrutiny is, in reality, the audible voice of love for the sport, pushing the game to reach its full potential.
He is not asking SCI to start over. He’s asking for refinement. For polish. For greatness.
A Call to Collaborate, Not Clash
SCI and Poe are not on opposing sides. They are working toward the same goal. Poe wants Undisputed to succeed—not just financially, but historically—as the game that finally got boxing right.
This press release urges SCI to consider deeper engagement with community leaders like Poe. Whether through structured feedback channels, direct developer discussions, or contributor collaborations, there is immense value in turning a persistent voice into a productive partner.
A Shared Vision
SCI has stated that Undisputed aims to be the most authentic boxing title in gaming history.
Poe’s entire campaign aligns with that vision.
What stands before SCI is not a barrier, but a bridge.
About the Author
Poe (Poeticdrink2u) is a long-standing figure in the boxing video game community, known for his unwavering pursuit of realism, his contributions to The Boxing Videogame Wishlist Site, and his role in shaping community expectations for the modern boxing simulation genre.
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