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Body Blows is a one-on-one fighting game released in 1993 for MS-DOS computers. It was developed and published by Team17 Software Limited. The game presents its matches from a side view perspective, fitting within the arcade and versus fighting genres popular at the time.

Players select from a roster of four characters for single-player combat. The available fighters include the brothers Dan and Nik, who share identical fighting styles, a Buddhist Monk named Lo-Ray, and a former boxer called Junior. They face a series of opponents such as a ninja warrior, a businessman, and a Spanish fighter across various animated backdrops that range from wrestling rings to construction sites and beaches. The control scheme is built around simple one-button inputs, where special moves are executed by pressing the fire button in combination with a directional input. A more powerful super special move can be performed by holding the fire button for several seconds. Gameplay involves learning these moves and effectively chaining them together during matches to defeat adversaries.

The structure follows a traditional arcade ladder where the player must defeat all opposing fighters in sequence. Progression is linear, with each victory leading to the next bout. The core gameplay systems focus on close-quarters combat, timing special move inputs, and managing spacing against the opponent. The visual presentation makes use of colorful, detailed stages with background animation to create a distinct setting for each fight.