[REVIEW] Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition | Nintendo Switch 2

Developed by Imagineer, Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer arrives on the Nintendo Switch 2 as the most controversial entry in the series, thanks to a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition update, which became available on July 16, 2026. The latest installment is available as both a standalone title and as an upgrade pack for anyone who possesses the Nintendo Switch version of the game, either in digital or physical format.

For the sake of this review, we will be going over both what you can expect from the base game, and the new features that are packaged in the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. If this is your first time jumping into Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer, please continue reading. If you are more interested in what the new features and modes are, feel free to scroll down the page or use the contents tab to skip straight to it.

NOTE: From this point on until we mention the specific features of the Switch 2 Edition, the review is a revision of our original review for the Nintendo Switch version. This is mainly because we still stand by our original review and the core features of the game are still the same in the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition.

As the upgraded fifth entry in the Fitness Boxing series and the second Fitness Boxing game to release this year, developer Imagineer has stepped away from spin-offs to return to the original IP, bringing back some familiar faces in this all-new rhythm-based boxercise title, published by Nintendo for the international audience. It feels strange to see Lin and the gang after a four-year hiatus, but good things come to those who wait — and now the time has come to see if this new entry is worth your time and effort.

Being a new Fitness Boxing title, as you would expect, Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is another exercise-focused game that tasks players with using Joy-Con controllers to throw jabs, straights, hooks, and uppercuts in time with the beat to achieve a perfect score. The gameplay follows the same tried-and-true formula of previous titles, with the returning Daily Workout mode. Here, players can opt for a Light, Regular, or Heavy session. It’s a great way to work through unlocked exercises and get a sweat on, with the game selecting routines for you, although you are free to change the background music.

Once each exercise is complete, the Daily Workout concludes, and you receive a final score based on your performance. The more combos you land, the more punches you connect, and the more Perfects rather than Greats you achieve, the higher your overall score. You are then given an age rank based on how well you did — 18 years old is the best possible result — before throwing a celebratory punch to earn your daily stamp. However, Daily Workout is not the only way to get your stamp; completing any form of exercise will earn you one.

There is also the Quick Workout option. Much like Daily Workout, it functions almost identically, except it can be launched directly from the main menu by holding the A button. You won’t get to choose the exercises, and unless you opt to stretch first, you’ll be thrown straight into it. To avoid a Quick Workout on boot-up, simply select the Lounge option. Here, you are taken to the main screen where you’ll see a calendar showing your progress on the right, your chosen Instructor in the centre, a series of menu options at the bottom, and missions on the left.

Missions are new to Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (they did appear in the Hatsune Miku spin-off) and include both Daily and Weekly challenges. They are an excellent way of earning extra coins to purchase new clothing for the Instructors and can task you with specific activities — for example, completing two Mitt Drills or throwing 300 punches for a Daily Mission, or burning 100 calories or throwing 100 uppercuts for a Weekly one. Missions give you clear goals and incentives to play regularly rather than sporadically.

Achievements also return and, when completed, reward even more coins. Between Missions and Achievements, there are plenty of reasons to keep coming back.

There is also a new ranking mode where everything you do earns points and increases your rank. You can now connect online and see how you compare on average to other players in your age range. While more could be done to flesh out the online features (such as leaderboards or friend comparisons), it’s a step in the right direction.

In terms of Instructors, Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (like the original version) has taken a step back, returning to six Instructors like the original game, rather than the eleven in Fitness Boxing 2. Only one new Instructor from the second game carried over, but series icon Lin returns alongside Evan and Bernardo — making them the only three original Instructors to appear in every numbered title. For a quick reminder of who featured where:

Instructors who Featured in Fitness Boxing:

• Lin
• Sophie
• Martina
• Laura
• Evan
• Bernardo

Instructors who Featured in Fitness Boxing 2: Rhythm & Exercise:

• Karen (New)
• Leo (New)
• Guy (New)
• Janice (New)
• Hiro (New)
• Lin
• Sophie
• Bernardo
• Martina
• Laura
• Evan

Instructors who Feature in Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer:

• Lin
• Monica (New)
• Stella (New)
• Guy
• Evan
• Bernardo
  • Hiro (Added March 18, 2025)
  • Janice (Added July 16, 2025)
  • Kurogane (Added December 18, 2025)

It’s a shame to see so many familiar faces missing, but that shouldn’t devalue newcomers Stella and Monica. With fewer Instructors, it’s much easier to swap between them, purchase their clothing items sooner, and complete related Achievements. Spending time with each Instructor also unlocks special Box and Bond sessions — heartfelt exercise sessions where you learn more about them before and after workouts. You can even choose whether your Instructor speaks to you kindly or in their usual style. If you prefer encouragement over criticism, this is a welcome option.

When customising your Instructor’s appearance, there’s more than just clothing. The new Hats & Hairstyles option lets you give them seasonal looks — a Christmas-themed hat is already available for each Instructor, and more seasonal content may follow.

Other new features include the Free Training tab with five options: Exercise, Sit Fit Boxing, Mitt Drills, Stretch, and My Programs. My Programs lets you create custom sessions targeting specific body areas for your preferred duration. Stretch offers Light, Thorough, or Dynamic options for cooldowns or flexibility work.

Mitt Drills are easily the standout new addition. They take your Instructor, give them mitts, and task you with freshly following commands and combos. There are three difficulty levels — Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced — with the harder ones being longer and more demanding. Advanced Mitt Drills require jabs, straights, hooks, uppercuts, and ducking. They shake up the formula nicely and are a joy to play, especially when regular combos start to feel repetitive.

Sit Fit Boxing is the game’s most accessible feature yet, allowing players who cannot stand to exercise from a seated position. For those who still struggle with certain movements, the Action Assist settings can help — auto-scoring Perfects for actions like ducking or blocking, or adjusting timings to account for lag. While you can technically “cheat” by shaking the Joy-Con while seated, the option to make the game more approachable is very welcome.

The Exercise option lets you tackle specific combos, such as Straight Combo #1 (jabs and straights) or All-Around Shape Combo. Most combos must be unlocked, but completing others makes more available. You can adjust intensity and speed, and your performance determines how many stars you earn.

Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is very much like its predecessors, but it improves on everything from the previous installments. There’s even a Basic Training section for players who need a refresher. Visually, it’s a huge leap forward. The menu design, improved character models, and vibrant backgrounds make previous entries look dated by comparison. Fitness Boxing has never looked this good.

While the music selection is stronger this time around (including licensed tracks like “Danger Zone” by Kenny Loggins and “I’m Still Standing” by Elton John), it’s still a mixed bag. Ten original tracks are available from the start, while the twenty licensed songs must be purchased individually for 4,000 coins each.

Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Content & Features

Now, let’s get down to what makes this version different from the standard Switch version. As is typical with many of the Nintendo Switch 2 Editions, Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition has improved resolution and frame rate, making it look and run a lot smoother when playing on 4K-supported TVs. A new scoring mode has been added to encourage players to fine-tune their punches to the rhythm of the music. Scoring a simple Perfect is not enough; Perfect+ has been introduced, and you can earn extra points if you throw your punches fast enough (this is indicated with a number of chevrons either side of the word Perfect+).

I will admit that what set Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer apart from previous entries was the margin of error it had for getting Perfect punches. It was far easier to land perfects in Fitness Boxing 3 than it was in the first game, but with the Advanced Scoring Mode, it adds that little extra challenge for those who want it.

The Boost Up feature can be found in the Free Training section. It gives a new twist to your typical exercises in that it consists of several rounds, with each round being faster than the last. You are only allowed no more than two misses, as a third miss will trigger the end of the exercise. It’s pretty much your typical “lose three lives, and it’s game over.” I tried the Boost Up feature a few times, and I can honestly say it is quite the workout that left me much more exhausted than other workouts, including those on the most intense difficulty.

Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition also has two features that I personally appreciate their inclusion. One is CameraPlay that allows you to use a compatible camera to capture yourself as you perform your workouts. It is a great way to work on your form as you can adjust yourself accordingly when throwing punches or getting back into position. As I also record gameplay for our website, CameraPlay is very handy for me to use the camera without having to “Game Chat” myself and then change the window size during recordings.

The last feature worth mentioning is that GameShare is also supported locally so that anyone with a Nintendo Switch 2 can share the game with up to three of their friends for some multiplayer workout fun. I don’t actually know many people who own any Fitness Boxing game with the exception of my brother Jack, so it is good to know that I can introduce my friends and other people to Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, so they can try it out for themselves.

Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition takes everything great about the last game and adds some cool new features to shake up workouts, so they don’t ever feel boring or too repetitive. As with the majority of Nintendo Switch 2 Editions, the upgrade pack is a no-brainer for those who already own the game, and the standalone full version is perfect for those who may want to get involved with their own personal fitness.

As we stated in our original review for the Switch version, while Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer can’t replace a proper gym membership and training programme, if you’re looking for a fun, motivating game to get you moving and working on your personal fitness without the feeling of sticking out like a sore thumb in body combat or fit boxing classes, then Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is ideal to get you focused on you before your start getting serious in improving your personal health.