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High Heat and Then Some...

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 12 / 20
Date: February 25, 2002
Author: Amazon User

While I obviously haven't played this years version of HH2K3 yet because as I write this it has yet to be released, my order is already placed. Year in and year out this IS the best sports game ever made. If you are the sports sim type who wants your players to perform like they would in real life, this is the game for you. If you think everyone should put up Barry Bonds numbers, then maybe you should join the rest of the twelve year-olds and pick up the latest from the Triple Play series. However, if you like realistic baseball, this is the game for you. Pedro will be the toughest pitcher you face, consider yourself lucky if you scatter six hits against him. You will have to guess right and swing early if you hope to catch up with Randy Johnson's stuff. Ichiro will beat out slow rollers to the left side of the field every time. I wouldn't reccomend testing Pudge's arm with over the hill Kenny Lofton because Pudge has the best arm in the game and old guys ARE slow in real life and in this game. If you choose the Rangers as your team and annoint Rocker the closer, you better stock up on the anti-acid tablets cause your stomach will churn as he strikes out two, walks two and gives up a hit almost blowing your "comfortable" three run lead. Chuck "Block Head" will bumble ground balls with the best of em if you try to put him back at second base for K.C.

The only complaints you can really have about HH the last two years is the base running which can be difficult to control sometimes. A fast baserunner such as Furcal or Ichiro can bunt themself aboard a good 60% of the time. I wish they would have the defense move in after a bunt single or two. You can also cut down on your strikeouts even if you are Jim Thome or Mo Vaugh. These guys really should have huge holes in their swings because in real life, they do, but you can cut em way down if you get your timing right. Don't get me wrong, this is still the most realistic sports game on the planet. I reccomend you check out the tune files available for this game on the net. Find one that fits your liking and have a blast trying to lead your team to World Series in a 162 game season. You will just have to give people a few months to get the tune files up to speed. I am currently playing a 162 game season of HH2002 with my Indians and I am having a blast with it. I was able to get updated rosters and a great tune file from baseballsimcentral.com. It has been rough going for me so far with no Robbie or Juan Gone, but I am catching on. I have to play smart baseball, take pitches, hit and run at the right time, move the infield in to stop runners on third from scoring, ect.. Mental errors really will kill you in this game, you better find a way to score at least a run with runners on first and second and nobody out. Do you lay down a bunt and move the runners over? Is the batter a slow Travis Fryman type, ripe double play material? Is the pitcher a ground ball thrower (sinkers, splitters, fastballs), or will he hang a curve or a change-up you can drive? You really have to take all of this into consideration, making this hands down THE BEST SPORTS VIDEO GAME EVER MADE. Better than Madden, better than NBA Live or Tiger Wooods or NFL or NBA 2K2. Why are you still reading this? Buy it now

Gonna Buy it without reading a thing

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 7 / 15
Date: February 27, 2002
Author: Amazon User

I bought High Heat Baseball 2002 and I was blown away with how great it was. The graphics, and the realism of the game play are way beyond any baseball game on the market. I haven't seen much on High Heat 2003, but that sure (...) doesn't matter. I'm gonna order this game before I read any reviews, see any screen shots, or talk to any of my friends. If it's even CLOSE to as good as 2002 is, I gotta have it. This is a game that your not taking a chance on, it's a guaranteed winner.

As close as you're gonna get....stop complaining!!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 7 / 12
Date: March 20, 2002
Author: Amazon User

I'm not sure I understand the negative reviews for HH 2003 preceeding this one. After playing MANY baseball video/computer games over the years, High Heat is by far the best. So what if Alomar's arms are dark, who cares?! The game play, stats, and simulation are fantastic and although I just recieved HH 2003 - 2 days ago I have already noticed improved tweeking on little things that make it that much better than before (and no I don't work for 3DO). Is there room for future improvement (making the stands of people come alive for example) sure, but stop stressing over the little things. Buy it, play it and enjoy.

BEST BASEBALL GAME EVER!!!!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 9
Date: February 19, 2002
Author: Amazon User

High Heat Baseball 2002 was by far the best baseball game ever. This new version of the amazing baseball game can only be better. If you've ever played High Heat '01 or '02 you know what I am talking about. If you have'nt, this game is amazing! You can control your whole franchise from Rookie-A to the majors. Draft or use real rosters. Play as many seasons as you want with players retiring and then call up rookies to take their place. Awards like MVP and Cy Young are awarded after every season. This is a must buy for any video game fan or baseball fan!

Real game for Real fans

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 4
Date: March 23, 2002
Author: Amazon User

I recently purchased high heat 2003 and compared to other games it is no doubt the best game on the market for pc and other systems. Triple Play has improved none, and Microsoft Baseball just doesn't have the right gameplay, but this game however, has everything you want and the best feature is by far the Franchise or Career mode. For everyone who is wondering if they should buy this game or not your mind should be made up, it's High Heat by Homerun!

New Fav Game

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 4
Date: July 14, 2003
Author: Amazon User

Recently I've been looking for a baseball game for my PC. I stumbled upon this game at a local store for 6.99. I decided to give it a try after reading the other reviews. After installing this game I instantly became hooked. The home-run derby is entertaining, I have Bonds winning nearly every derby. The gameplay is wonderful, the controls aren't complicated. The graphics are pretty good, they look like some of the "older" game consoles, maybe the playstation? I would recommend getting this game.

High Heat Baseball 2003

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 7
Date: February 06, 2002
Author: Amazon User

I personally think that this year's version of High Heat baseball 2003 will be great and better than last year after reading some reviews on it from sites. If you had played the high heat series, you know what i'm talking about. I fyou have not played any high heat before, PLEASE go and get this version for either PC or PS2. It's the baseball gaming that get's you really into the game. Really exciting to play and the graphics are awesome!

The best sports simulation out there.

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 5
Date: January 31, 2002
Author: Amazon User

This game is the most accurate simulation of a major sport that has ever been produced. Anyone who has played High Heat 2001 or 2002 can tell you that you won't find a better game anywhere. Control every aspect of the league, even the minor league clubs that feed into the official Major League Baseball teams. You can even use a tune file included with the game to make it play the way you want it to. There's a lot of bang for the buck here. Do yourself a favor and get this or the Playstation 2 version now!

Great Game

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: April 23, 2002
Author: Amazon User

This is by far the best computer baseball game that I have ever played. The keeping of batting streaks and statistics far more in depth that any other game. Graphics are great. The only problem that I have with the game is that the pitchers basically pitch around the games top hitters leaving you with the choice of either walking the batter or throw a pitch right down the middle. All other aspects of this game by far and away dominate the competition. If you like baseball games Definatly buy this one.

Bringing the Heat

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: May 22, 2002
Author: Amazon User

This is by far and away the most realistic baseball game since Tony LaRussa's Baseball for Sega Genesis in the early 90s. Unlike Triple Play, it's possible to hit doubles, triples, throw out baserunners, draw walks and strikout opposing hitters. While the graphics of the stadiums may not be as good as some of the other games, they're more than sufficient, and for the true baseball fan, this game's realism is what's really important. We've seen enough of the incredible graphics and ridiculously bad game play. This game provides tons of fun, tense moments against a very competitive computer opponent, and a great atmosphere that will hold your interest all summer.

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