The Bigs
by 2K Games
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Video Game Reviews of The Bigs
Customer Review: BIG Fun
Summary: 5 Stars
The BIGS is big fun. This is my first baseball game in many many years and I am very much enjoying it.
The rookie creation is awesome. You setup a new player, select a position and team and then play a series of challenges (e.g., 5 inning game or top of 8th and you are down 2 runs). After succeeding in a challenge, you earn points which you can redeem to upgrade the speed, contact, power, arm, or glove for your rookie.
The game does involve some stratgey. When you earn 'turbo' points, you must decide on when to use it....on offense to get a big hit or defense to throw a mean curve ball for strike 3. The same is true when you earn enough points to have big heat or power hitting...which do you use...offense or defense. I will admit this feature is unrealistic as you easily hit a home run that puts a hole in the scoreboard, but it does add a bit of strategy.
The one on one game is also very good. The graphics are awesome and as a baseball fan who has only been to games in a dozen parks, it is pretty cool to see the graphics from the different baseball parks.
The game is well designed and BIG fun.
Customer Review: The Demo is Great!
Summary: 5 Stars
I downloaded the demo of The Bigs on Xbox Live last night and loved it! My first time through I got beat 22 to nothing in only 3 innings. Then the second time through I changed the skill level to easy and finally figured out the controls. Now that I can actually hit and the opposition isn't hitting everything I pitch I generally win 2-0 on easy. The first time you power up and crush one out of the park you'll feel like you're invincible! I've never really been a fan of baseball games, but this is one I highly recommend. I'm more of a casual gamer and this game is a blast! Customer Review: Very Fun Arcade Style Baseball Experience!
Summary: 5 Stars
I have not had this much fun playing video game baseball ever! The Bigs is simple enough to jump right into but complex enough to make you want to keep playing. It is the perfect balance that baseball game fanatics and people who have never played a single sports game will both enjoy.
The majority of any baseball game is pitching and hitting and this game balances out these two roles very well. When pitching you have a pitch assigned to each button and its as simple as aiming your pitch and releasing the button at the right time. While batting you have two options, a regular hit with the A button and a strong hit with the B button. Batting is all about timing and if you time your hits right you can also control the direction you're hitting with the left thumbstick.
What makes this game great is its use of "turbos". By building up your turbos you can increase your hitting capabilities or your pitching abilities. You can also use them for making amazing defensive plays or to speed up your base running. You get turbos by striking out batters, taking balls, getting hits, making plays, and just about anything else that helps your team. How well you use these turbos can make or break your game.
This game is over-the-top baseball at its best. It did take a little bit for me to adjust to fielding in the game, but once I figured that out I was fine. I have had a lot of fun playing through the rookie challenge and have also played this locally with some of my friends. It is a great game that even the most mild of baseball fans will enjoy.
Customer Review: AWESOME!
Summary: 5 Stars
This game is by far the most fun baseball game for XBOX360. Don't have it? Go buy it now!!! Customer Review: Pleasant Surprise
Summary: 5 Stars
When I was given THE BIGS as a gift, I thought "Oh no, not for me." I am somewhat of a "serious" baseball fan, who looks for deep statistics, simulation modes, and franchise modes in baseball video games. Yet despite the focus on somewhat repetitive arcade action, I find myself immersed in this game. Graphics are stellar, animations superb, and the "pick up and play" nature of the controls yeilds heaps of fun right off the bat.
Nicely done video game. From the menu screens to the min-games, it all feels really polished. About 25 hours of gameplay so far, and not even half done. It is fun to create your own player and build their stats. Step up to the plate with THE BIGS. You won't be disappointed.