A remarkable achievement has been recorded by popular speedrunner Summoning Salt in Mike Tyson’s Punch-Out, breaking the long-standing barrier of under two minutes to defeat the game’s infamous boss, Tyson. The impressive feat required an astonishing 75,000 attempts over nearly five years and a marginally perfect performance.
To succeed, Summoning Salt had to throw 21 “frame-perfect” punches within a 1/60th of a second window, avoiding even the slightest delay in his attack timing. However, even near-flawless execution was not enough, as luck played a crucial role in the record-breaking run. The game itself provided an unexpected boon, pausing for at least eight frames between Tyson’s punches to allow Summoning Salt to land the final blow.
The speedrunner’s achievement serves as a testament to his dedication and skill, pushing the limits of what is thought possible in the game. With this remarkable accomplishment, Summoning Salt has solidified his place among the top speedrunners, leaving fans wondering what’s next for this talented player.
Source: https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2025/02/punch-outs-mike-tyson-has-been-defeated-in-under-two-minutes-for-the-first-time