Summary
- Release Year: 1995
- Genres: Sport
- Platforms: Super Nintendo Entertainment System
- Developers: Gray Matter
- Publishers: Time Warner Interactive
Super R.B.I. Baseball (1995): A Retro Classic
Super R.B.I. Baseball is a baseball video game developed by Accolade and published by Time Warner Interactive for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES). It was released in North America in 1995 and is the first game in the R.B.I. series to be released on the SNES.
The game features 700 major MLBPA players and all 28 teams, but does not have an MLB license, so the teams’ nicknames are omitted and their team colors are altered. There are six modes to choose from: Exhibition, Home Run Derby, Defense Practice, Playoffs, League, and Game Breaker. In League mode, the player competes against each team in the game in succession, and in Game Breaker mode, the player chooses from 17 scenarios and must win the game under certain conditions. The game also features different Division Champion line-ups from 1989-1993 and All-Star Lineups from 1989-1994.
The graphics in Super R.B.I. Baseball are presented in a cartoonish style, and the stadiums are “authentic”, but altered to distinguish themselves from the actual MLB stadiums. The game does not feature a battery back-up like many other baseball games, but Series championships can be saved using passwords. Jack Buck also lends his voice talent to the game, calling play-by-play commentary.
Super R.B.I. Baseball was a critical and commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide. It was praised for its gameplay, graphics, and sound, and is considered one of the best baseball games ever made.
Gameplay
Super R.B.I. Baseball is a traditional baseball game with simple controls and gameplay. The player controls a team of nine players and must pitch, bat, and field the ball in order to score runs and win the game. The game features a variety of different pitching and batting controls, and the player can also choose to play with or without a runner on first base.
The game also features a number of different modes, including Exhibition, Home Run Derby, Defense Practice, Playoffs, League, and Game Breaker. In Exhibition mode, the player can play a single game against the computer or another human player. In Home Run Derby mode, the player competes to hit as many home runs as possible in a limited amount of time. In Defense Practice mode, the player can practice fielding the ball and making outs. In Playoffs mode, the player competes in a single-elimination tournament to win the World Series. In League mode, the player competes against each team in the game in succession, and in Game Breaker mode, the player chooses from 17 scenarios and must win the game under certain conditions.
Graphics and Sound
The graphics in Super R.B.I. Baseball are presented in a cartoonish style, which gives the game a unique and charming look. The stadiums are “authentic”, but altered to distinguish themselves from the actual MLB stadiums. The game also features a number of different weather effects, such as rain, snow, and fog.
The sound in Super R.B.I. Baseball is also top-notch. Jack Buck’s play-by-play commentary is excellent, and the game also features a number of different sound effects, such as the crack of the bat and the roar of the crowd.
Conclusion
Super R.B.I. Baseball is a classic baseball game that is still enjoyed by many today. It features simple controls and gameplay, a variety of different modes, and excellent graphics and sound. If you are a fan of baseball games, then you owe it to yourself to check out Super R.B.I. Baseball.
Pros
- Simple controls and gameplay
- Variety of different modes
- Excellent graphics and sound
- Jack Buck’s play-by-play commentary
Cons
- No battery back-up
- Teams’ nicknames are omitted and their team colors are altered
- Stadiums are “authentic”, but altered to distinguish themselves from the actual MLB stadiums
Review Score
8/10
