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ESPN, ASB, MVP, MLB, and Slugfest are all rated - this is all taken straight from the mag. Enjoy!
All-Star Baseball - Although the technology is old, Acclaim is doing its best to keep up with the competition. The batting/pitching interface is not nearly as dnamic as many of its competitors and the assortment of frontend options are beginning to collect dust. But, despite its shortcomings, you can't help but admire ASB. THe unique fielding system works surprisingly well, and this is still the only game with a decent create-a-team option. It's not flashy, but it's still a respectable release.
Frontend 80
Gameplay 80
Online 75
Graphics 75
Presentation 80
MVP Baseball 2004 - For the second year running, EA is putting forth a chamionship effort. With the inclusion of minor league clubs, not only do you get the impression that EA has a lot of cash to throw around, you can't help but marvel at this games realism and attention to detail.
Frontend 80
Gameplay 90
Online 85
Graphics 95
Presentation 95
ESPN Major League Baseball - Not only does it boast a compelling selection of fantasy options, but its online component is second to none and its gameplay could very well be this years est. Out of thsi seasons crop of games, ESPN gets Game Informer's early vote for baseball game of the year.
Frontend 90
Gameplay 95
Online 95
Graphics 90
Presentation 95
MLB Slugfest: Loaded - No longer just a fun alternative, this years Slugfest is taking a shot at the pros. With the inclusion of Baseball Mogul, its franchise mode couldn't be much deeper. As enjoyable as the arcade-style gameplay is, we wonder how accurately it can be tapped to re-create the authenticity of the sport.
Frontend 85
Gameplay 80
Online 90
Graphics 80
Presentation 75
MLB 2005 - With more work done to it than Michael Jackson's face, MLB 2005 emerges as a completely different game. With the deepest franchise options of the year, this will definitely be the game for simulation jumkies. When it comes to gameplay, cross your fingers and hold on to your breath. This is the area 989 has struggled in the past.
Frontend 95
Gameplay 80
Online 90
Graphics 80
Presentation 75
game features:
gameplay sliders: ESPN 30, ASB 0, MVP 35, MLB 0, SLG 10
# of player attributes: ESPN 43, ASB 35, MVP 60, MLB 47, SLG 70
# of batting animations: ESPN 110, ASB 100, MVP 100, MLB 100, SLG 200
# of pitch types: ESPN 17, ASB 20, MVP 15(w/ individual pitcher variables), MLB 15, SLG 16
wild pitches and passed balls: all except MLB
dropped 3rd strikes: all except MLB
coach and umpire arguments: only MLB
player ejections: all
working bullpen: all
player hot and cold streaks: ESPN yes(w/ confidence meter), ASB no, MVP yes, MLB yes, SLG no(on fire)
lean over railing to catch foul ball: ESPN no, ASB yes, MVP yes, MLB no, SLG no
the all-important franchise/season options:
# of seasons: ESPN 30(GM) unlimited(franchise), ASB 20, MVP 120, MLB unlimited, SLG 150
multiple users: ESPN no(season mode 30), ASB no, MVP no, MLB yes(up to 2), SLG no - i know everyone has been talking about that one
variable season lengths: ESPN yes(6), ASB no, MVP no, MLB yes(season only), SLG no
fantasy draft: all
lifetime stat tracking: all, SLG includes lifetime minors stats as well
fictional rookies: all
minor league farm system: all except MLB
real minors teams: only MVP
# of league leader stats: ESPN 67, ASB 19, MVP 21, MLB 23, SLG 30
stadium upgrading and price settings: only MLB
extras:
retro jerseys: ESPN 114, ASB 2 per team, MVP 60, MLB 2 per team, SLG TBA
classic players: all yes, SLG TBA
unlockables: ESPN(trophies), ASB(interviews, teams, cheats), MVP(retro teams, stadiums, players), MLB (teams, stadiums, easter eggs), SLG (dvd content)
online play:
platforms: ESPN(ps2, xbox), ASB(ps2, xbox), MVP(ps2, PC), MLB(ps2), SLG(ps2, xbox)
allow narrowband: MVP, MLB only
user created tourneys: all except ASB, MVP PC only
user created seasons: ESPN only
online leaderboard: all
downloadable content: all rosters, MLB w/attribute changes
frequency: ESPN monthly, ASB TBA, MVP seasonal points, MLB weekly, SLG monthly
non-default rosters online: MLB ang SLG only
franchise online: SLG only (can you believe it?)
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ESPN, ASB, MVP, MLB, and Slugfest are all rated - this is all taken straight from the mag. Enjoy!
All-Star Baseball - Although the technology is old, Acclaim is doing its best to keep up with the competition. The batting/pitching interface is not nearly as dnamic as many of its competitors and the assortment of frontend options are beginning to collect dust. But, despite its shortcomings, you can't help but admire ASB. THe unique fielding system works surprisingly well, and this is still the only game with a decent create-a-team option. It's not flashy, but it's still a respectable release.
Frontend 80
Gameplay 80
Online 75
Graphics 75
Presentation 80
MVP Baseball 2004 - For the second year running, EA is putting forth a chamionship effort. With the inclusion of minor league clubs, not only do you get the impression that EA has a lot of cash to throw around, you can't help but marvel at this games realism and attention to detail.
Frontend 80
Gameplay 90
Online 85
Graphics 95
Presentation 95
ESPN Major League Baseball - Not only does it boast a compelling selection of fantasy options, but its online component is second to none and its gameplay could very well be this years est. Out of thsi seasons crop of games, ESPN gets Game Informer's early vote for baseball game of the year.
Frontend 90
Gameplay 95
Online 95
Graphics 90
Presentation 95
MLB Slugfest: Loaded - No longer just a fun alternative, this years Slugfest is taking a shot at the pros. With the inclusion of Baseball Mogul, its franchise mode couldn't be much deeper. As enjoyable as the arcade-style gameplay is, we wonder how accurately it can be tapped to re-create the authenticity of the sport.
Frontend 85
Gameplay 80
Online 90
Graphics 80
Presentation 75
MLB 2005 - With more work done to it than Michael Jackson's face, MLB 2005 emerges as a completely different game. With the deepest franchise options of the year, this will definitely be the game for simulation jumkies. When it comes to gameplay, cross your fingers and hold on to your breath. This is the area 989 has struggled in the past.
Frontend 95
Gameplay 80
Online 90
Graphics 80
Presentation 75
game features:
gameplay sliders: ESPN 30, ASB 0, MVP 35, MLB 0, SLG 10
# of player attributes: ESPN 43, ASB 35, MVP 60, MLB 47, SLG 70
# of batting animations: ESPN 110, ASB 100, MVP 100, MLB 100, SLG 200
# of pitch types: ESPN 17, ASB 20, MVP 15(w/ individual pitcher variables), MLB 15, SLG 16
wild pitches and passed balls: all except MLB
dropped 3rd strikes: all except MLB
coach and umpire arguments: only MLB
player ejections: all
working bullpen: all
player hot and cold streaks: ESPN yes(w/ confidence meter), ASB no, MVP yes, MLB yes, SLG no(on fire)
lean over railing to catch foul ball: ESPN no, ASB yes, MVP yes, MLB no, SLG no
the all-important franchise/season options:
# of seasons: ESPN 30(GM) unlimited(franchise), ASB 20, MVP 120, MLB unlimited, SLG 150
multiple users: ESPN no(season mode 30), ASB no, MVP no, MLB yes(up to 2), SLG no - i know everyone has been talking about that one
variable season lengths: ESPN yes(6), ASB no, MVP no, MLB yes(season only), SLG no
fantasy draft: all
lifetime stat tracking: all, SLG includes lifetime minors stats as well
fictional rookies: all
minor league farm system: all except MLB
real minors teams: only MVP
# of league leader stats: ESPN 67, ASB 19, MVP 21, MLB 23, SLG 30
stadium upgrading and price settings: only MLB
extras:
retro jerseys: ESPN 114, ASB 2 per team, MVP 60, MLB 2 per team, SLG TBA
classic players: all yes, SLG TBA
unlockables: ESPN(trophies), ASB(interviews, teams, cheats), MVP(retro teams, stadiums, players), MLB (teams, stadiums, easter eggs), SLG (dvd content)
online play:
platforms: ESPN(ps2, xbox), ASB(ps2, xbox), MVP(ps2, PC), MLB(ps2), SLG(ps2, xbox)
allow narrowband: MVP, MLB only
user created tourneys: all except ASB, MVP PC only
user created seasons: ESPN only
online leaderboard: all
downloadable content: all rosters, MLB w/attribute changes
frequency: ESPN monthly, ASB TBA, MVP seasonal points, MLB weekly, SLG monthly
non-default rosters online: MLB ang SLG only
franchise online: SLG only (can you believe it?)
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