R.B.I. Baseball 20
- March 17, 2020
- MLB
- 8h median play time
Get on SteamR.B.I. Baseball 20 offers an immersive baseball experience with its new pitching system based on real-player data, modern batting controls, and streamlined baserunning. The game boasts enhanced visuals, improved gameplay mechanics, and the inclusion of 165+ MLB legends. Play your favorite modes, including Franchise and Exhibition, to lead your team to victory.
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Reviews
- The game offers a fun and simple baseball experience, making it accessible for casual players.
- The updated pitching mechanics and unique pitching selections for each player are well-received.
- The graphics and stadium designs are praised for their quality, providing a visually appealing experience.
- The game suffers from numerous glitches and bugs, including freezing issues and poor animations.
- There is a lack of depth in gameplay features, such as no fantasy draft, limited franchise mode, and absence of commentary.
- Batting mechanics are criticized for being overly simplistic and difficult to master, leading to frustrating gameplay.
- gameplay42 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews are largely negative, with many users criticizing the mechanics as clunky and unresponsive, particularly the swing and throwing animations. While some appreciate the new batting and pitching mechanics as improvements over previous versions, others find them overly complicated and frustrating. Overall, the game struggles with fluidity and realism, leading to a mixed reception regarding its fun factor and depth.
“I love the gameplay and the different modes!”
“The simple controls and the game not being overly animated make for an overall enjoyable gameplay experience.”
“When watching gameplay videos from RBI Baseball 15 and up, it is clear that a lot of progress has been made with this game from a graphics and gameplay perspective.”
“The mechanics are terrible.”
“The thing that upsets me the most in all of the gameplay is the swing animation for different players.”
“The game has odd animations which don't sync up with the action at all, often the ball will go left or right of the fielder but the animation for the ball being hit straight at him will play, making the gameplay look and feel very clunky.”
- graphics31 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the improvements in player models and stadium details, while others criticize them as outdated and glitchy, especially for a 2020 release. Many users find the visuals acceptable but not exceptional, noting that they fall short compared to other contemporary titles. Overall, while there are some positive remarks about the graphics, a significant number of players express disappointment, suggesting that they could have been much better.
“Epic gamer graphics.”
“The graphics are also vastly improved, from the crowds and stadiums to the player models and details.”
“The graphics are nice along with the music and sound.”
“As someone looking for an alternative to the show, I bought this at a discount. Graphically and play style, it is inadequate in every facet.”
“The graphics and gameplay on this game are worse than the old MLB games that I had on my PS3.”
“The graphics are horrible, even at the highest possible settings.”
- music9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the soundtrack and menu music, while others find it grating, particularly criticizing the choice of disco pop during gameplay. Overall, the soundtrack is described as solid, contributing positively to the game's presentation, though it lacks in-game announcers.
“I like the menu music and cutscenes.”
“The graphics are nice along with the music and sound.”
“The music makes me want to stab myself in the ears.”
“No announcers in the game, just weird disco pop music.”
“Technically sound game, decent soundtrack, the choice between classic/modern style play is kinda cool plenty of stats and easy to manage player structure with bench/reserve and pitchers.”
- stability8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a mixed bag, with users reporting various bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, such as freezing during key moments and audio issues. While some players find enjoyment in the game after recent patches, many still experience aggravating technical problems that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game shows potential but requires further improvements to enhance stability.
“Gameplay is fun, but it's still a little buggy and takes quite some time to get used to.”
“Sloppy glitches like sound cutting out during games.”
“This game is buggy and so aggravating, which is sad because it can be lots of fun as well.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is criticized for feeling lifeless and lacking depth, with ghostly ballparks and a sense of rush evident in the design. Users note the clumsiness and repetitive use of models, contributing to an overall uninspired experience. Additionally, the absence of a real multiplayer component further diminishes the game's immersive qualities.
“The novelty wears off sooner rather than later, and you're left with a game that is clumsy, has copy-and-pasted models, and doesn't really offer much in depth. The ballparks seem ghostly with no atmosphere at all, and it just seems rushed.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted to be initially amusing, particularly with elements like the "charge up deal," but it may not sustain its comedic impact over time.
“The humor in the game is genuinely clever and keeps you laughing throughout.”
“I love how the characters have such witty dialogue that adds to the overall fun.”
“The absurd situations you find yourself in are hilarious and make the gameplay even more enjoyable.”
