Summary
- Release Year: 1999
- Genres: Sport
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation
- Developers: Team .366
- Publishers: 3DO
High Heat Baseball 2000: A Classic Baseball Sim That Still Holds Up Today
High Heat Baseball 2000 is a baseball simulation video game developed by 3DO and published by Interplay Productions. It was released for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation, and Dreamcast in 1999. The game features all 30 Major League Baseball teams and their players, as well as a variety of gameplay modes, including exhibition, season, and playoffs.
High Heat Baseball 2000 was praised for its realistic gameplay, deep feature set, and accurate player ratings. It was also one of the first baseball games to feature online multiplayer. However, the game was also criticized for its lack of graphical polish and occasional bugs.
Despite its flaws, High Heat Baseball 2000 is still considered one of the best baseball sims ever made. Its realistic gameplay and deep feature set make it a must-play for any baseball fan.
Gameplay
High Heat Baseball 2000’s gameplay is based on the real-world rules of baseball. Players can control all aspects of the game, from pitching and batting to fielding and running the bases. The game features a variety of different pitch types, each with its own unique characteristics. Batters can swing for power or contact, and they can also bunt or steal bases.
Fielding is also very realistic in High Heat Baseball 2000. Players can control individual fielders to catch fly balls, ground balls, and line drives. They can also throw runners out at first base or home plate.
The game also features a variety of different gameplay modes, including exhibition, season, and playoffs. In exhibition mode, players can play a single game against the computer or another human opponent. In season mode, players can manage a team through a full 162-game season. And in playoffs mode, players can compete in the playoffs to win the World Series.
Features
High Heat Baseball 2000 features a deep and robust feature set. The game includes all 30 Major League Baseball teams and their players, as well as a variety of different stadiums. Players can also create their own players and teams.
The game also features a variety of different gameplay options. Players can adjust the difficulty level, the number of innings in a game, and the weather conditions. They can also choose to play with or without injuries.
High Heat Baseball 2000 also features a variety of different statistical tracking options. Players can track their own stats, as well as the stats of their opponents. They can also view league leaders and team standings.
Graphics and Sound
High Heat Baseball 2000’s graphics are not as polished as some of its competitors, but they are still вполне приличные. The game’s character models are well-detailed, and the stadiums are accurately recreated. The game also features a variety of different camera angles, which gives players a variety of different ways to view the action.
The game’s sound is also very good. The crowd noise is realistic, and the commentary is informative and entertaining. The game also features a variety of different sound effects, which help to bring the game to life.
Overall
High Heat Baseball 2000 is a classic baseball sim that still holds up today. Its realistic gameplay, deep feature set, and accurate player ratings make it a must-play for any baseball fan. While the game’s graphics are not as polished as some of its competitors, they are still вполне приличные. And the game’s sound is also very good.
If you are a fan of baseball sims, then you owe it to yourself to check out High Heat Baseball 2000. It is one of the best baseball sims ever made, and it is still a lot of fun to play today.
Review Score
8/10
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