Major League Baseball 2K12

The start of baseball's spring training sees not only the return of MLB players to the diamond after a long winter break, but baseball video games as well. Major League Baseball 2012 ($29.99 on PC, $59.99 on PS3, Xbox 360)—the Visual Concepts-developed hardball title—may on the surface a

56%Game Brain Score

gameplay, atmosphere

stability, graphics

65% User Score Based on 121 reviews

Critic Score 73%Based on 2 reviews

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Major League Baseball 2K12 is a sports simulation game featuring all MLB teams and players, with commentary from Steve Phillips, Gary Thorne, and John Kruk. Play solo or with up to two players in local multiplayer mode via split screen. The game's cover star is Detroit Tigers' pitcher Justin Verlander, who won the Cy Young Award and MVP Award in 2011. Note that some users have complained about bugs in the game.

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65%

Audience ScoreBased on 123 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

stability20 negative mentions

Great graphics and stadium details, providing an immersive experience.
Fun gameplay with enjoyable modes like My Player and franchise options.
The only baseball game available on PC, making it a go-to for fans.

Controls are difficult to master, especially on PC, leading to frustration.
The game is plagued with bugs and glitches, affecting overall enjoyment.
Limited updates and improvements from previous versions, making it feel dated.

stability
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and frequent freezing issues that significantly hinder gameplay. Players express frustration over server problems and graphical errors, leading to a diminished experience despite the game's enjoyable mechanics. Overall, the instability has left many users dissatisfied, with some vowing to avoid future titles from the developer.
- “I wish they would remake this game... full of bugs and glitches, but still a cool game.”
- “The game, when it works, is okay, but it crashes and freezes so often, I no longer play it.”
- “It consistently freezes when you try to skip the 'clutch moment' cinematic and sometimes when you watch the darn thing at the end of the game.”
graphics
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
53%
24%
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the incredible stadium designs and overall realism, while others criticize them for being clunky, lacking detail, or not showing significant improvement over previous versions. While many players find the visuals decent and enjoyable, there are notable graphical glitches and a perception that player models appear less lifelike. Overall, the graphics are seen as a strong point for some, but they fall short of expectations for others.
- “The graphics are amazing and so are the mechanics.”
- “Graphics are pretty good, the stadiums are absolutely incredible.”
- “The game is actually fun to play and I really like the look of the graphics, players and stadiums, etc.”
- “Let me list all the problems: -graphics are worse than 2k11 -soundtrack sucks -outfielders run too fast -base runners too slow.”
- “Lastly on the graphics front, the players are kind of colorless zombies, more than really human looking.”
- “The graphics on this game are horrible.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
33%
25%
The gameplay is generally praised for its fun and enjoyable mechanics, with notable improvements in throwing accuracy and realistic batting and pitching systems. While some glitches and physics inconsistencies are mentioned, the overall experience remains solid, with players appreciating the game's presentation and franchise modes. Despite minor issues, the gameplay continues to engage users, making it a worthwhile experience.
- “From a gameplay perspective, I like the new throwing mechanism where you have to be much more accurate with your throws or you will see them sail over the first baseman's head or easily miss your cutoff man.”
- “Batting mechanics are way more realistic as the ball comes off the bat like it should depending on where and when you swing the bat.”
- “Gameplay continues to be fun.”
- “Sometimes a player will run through a wall after making a catch, defying all laws of physics, to which I say, I don't care, as long as the gameplay is solid, which it is.”
- “The game has not frozen at any time, and the gameplay and graphics, while probably not the best they could be, are pretty decent.”
- “Many players feel it's like an updated roster; not much changes to faces, graphics, or hitting/pitching mechanics.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
100%
The music in the game has received negative feedback, with users criticizing the soundtrack as lacking quality and enjoyment. Overall, it seems to detract from the gaming experience, alongside other gameplay issues.
- “For instance, after your player has scored a run, he will plant on one foot, do a 360, like a ballerina in a music box, and head for the dugout.”
- “The soundtrack sucks.”
- “They have the same online glitches, the servers/connection are ridiculous, and what got me even more mad was the soundtrack.”
- “Let me list all the problems: -graphics are worse than 2k11 -soundtrack sucks -outfielders run too fast -base runners too slow.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its nearly perfect ballpark details, which effectively immerse players in a realistic and engaging environment.
- “The ballpark details are almost perfect, creating a truly immersive atmosphere.”
- “The ambiance is captivating, making every moment feel alive and engaging.”
- “The atmospheric design transports you to another world, enhancing the overall experience.”