Games Database
PS2
Sport: Cricket
| Also for: | PC | ||
| Viewed: | 3D Third-person, floating camera | Genre: | Sport: Cricket |
| Media: | CD | Arcade origin: | No |
| Developer: | HB Studios | Soft. Co.: | Electronic Arts |
| Publishers: | Electronic Arts
(GB) |
Released: | 1 Feb 2002
(GB) |
| Ratings: | 3+ | ||
| Accessories: | Memory Card | ||
| Features: | Vibration Function Compatible, Analogue Control Compatible: analogue sticks only | ||
Summary
Electronic Arts have the answer to cricket fans' dreams with Cricket 2002 for the PlayStation 2. With this top title you can join the elite ranks of the world's best players and compete at the highest level of international play. So can you bring the ashes to the United Kingdom or will we be out for a duck as usual? This time around the decision rests in your hands.
If you already own a version of EA’s Cricket, you might be interested to know what new features and additions have made it into this year’s edition. The main noticeable additions to the gameplay include improvements to the control method. Batters can now charge up their swings and have more control of where they want to place the ball, preferably away from the fielders. The same control improvements are also true of the bowlers, who can use an assortment of spin, seam and pace techniques to out fox the batters.
Because this is an Electronic Arts title you can rest assured that full licenses have been obtained to ensure that the players and stadia are authentic and realistic as possible. The full effect of the licenses can be seen in the detailed modelled graphics of the players and their equipment. If you’re looking for authenticity, Cricket 2002 doesn’t disappoint. This is the most realistic and playable cricket simulation currently available.
Other interesting features include real weather conditions and pitch states that change during a test match. TV-style gameplay includes overlays, an huge number of camera angles, including the famous stunt and helmet cams. With commentary from Richie Benaud , Jim Maxwell and Bill Lawry in addition to challenging computer teams, Cricket 2002 shines as the leader in its field.
If you already own a version of EA’s Cricket, you might be interested to know what new features and additions have made it into this year’s edition. The main noticeable additions to the gameplay include improvements to the control method. Batters can now charge up their swings and have more control of where they want to place the ball, preferably away from the fielders. The same control improvements are also true of the bowlers, who can use an assortment of spin, seam and pace techniques to out fox the batters.
Because this is an Electronic Arts title you can rest assured that full licenses have been obtained to ensure that the players and stadia are authentic and realistic as possible. The full effect of the licenses can be seen in the detailed modelled graphics of the players and their equipment. If you’re looking for authenticity, Cricket 2002 doesn’t disappoint. This is the most realistic and playable cricket simulation currently available.
Other interesting features include real weather conditions and pitch states that change during a test match. TV-style gameplay includes overlays, an huge number of camera angles, including the famous stunt and helmet cams. With commentary from Richie Benaud , Jim Maxwell and Bill Lawry in addition to challenging computer teams, Cricket 2002 shines as the leader in its field.
