Super Mega Baseball 2

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Super Mega Baseball 2 is a single player and multiplayer arcade sport game. It was developed by Metalhead Software Inc. and was released on April 29, 2018. It received positive reviews from both critics and players.

"Super Mega Baseball 2" is a fun and accessible baseball simulation game that's easy to pick up and play, but with depth for experienced players. Choose from a variety of customizable teams and players, and take on the AI or friends in exciting exhibition and season modes. With improved graphics, precise controls, and deep gameplay mechanics, it's a great choice for both solo and multiplayer action.

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Audience ScoreBased on 878 reviews

gameplay78 positive mentions

optimization7 negative mentions

Highly customizable teams and players, allowing for a unique gaming experience.
Engaging gameplay that balances arcade fun with realistic baseball mechanics.
The Ego system allows players to adjust difficulty levels, making the game accessible for all skill levels.

Fielding mechanics can be frustrating, with players sometimes failing to make catches or throwing to the wrong base.
Lacks a franchise mode or player progression system, making single-player seasons feel less rewarding.
Online play can suffer from lag and connectivity issues, impacting the overall experience.

gameplay
194 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its fun mechanics, smooth controls, and engaging arcade-style experience. However, some players have noted issues with bugs, inconsistent fielding mechanics, and a lack of depth in certain areas, such as player progression and strategic elements. Overall, while the game offers enjoyable and accessible baseball gameplay, it may require some adjustments and improvements to fully satisfy all players.
- “The gameplay is smooth.”
- “The gameplay is quick and authentic, a great baseball experience!”
- “The mechanics are simple to learn for noobs like me, but there's enough depth to feel like you're constantly learning and improving.”
- “Actually one of the worst games I've played, constant bugs and inconsistent gameplay.”
- “The fielding gameplay can be a bit wonky at times as it is largely controlled by the CPU with player input - sometimes the CPU makes strange decisions or gives up on a play that could be completed.”
- “Gameplay was decent, but the game wasn't very in-depth in stats, players, career type things, etc. I returned it after playing and winning one game.”
graphics
93 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their vibrant, cartoonish style that enhances the overall gameplay experience. Many players appreciate the improvements over the previous installment, noting the sharp visuals, fluid animations, and customizable team aesthetics, which contribute to a fun and engaging atmosphere. While some find the graphics initially off-putting, most have come to enjoy the whimsical art style that complements the solid baseball simulation beneath.
- “I totally fell in love with the graphics and animation, let alone the jolly and amusing gameplay and art style.”
- “The graphics and overall look are very appealing.”
- “In terms of graphics, the game is absolutely marvelous and I love all the animations, from the dropped jaw when a batter is shown his marching orders, to the super fun animations when your team gets a home run.”
- “When I first saw this game, the cartoony graphics made me not take the game seriously.”
- “The graphics overall are disappointing.”
- “The other thing is that while I like how much cleaner the player models are and the art style, I feel like it lost a bit of its character from the first game, just the little things.”
humor
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with players enjoying the quirky character names, cartoonish visuals, and amusing in-game moments, such as knocking out the pitcher with a line drive. Many reviewers appreciate the nostalgic nod to classic arcade baseball games, highlighting the blend of fun and competitive gameplay that keeps them engaged. While some feel the humor has become less zany compared to previous installments, the overall comedic tone remains a significant draw for players.
- “The game's tagline was 'hilarious, hardcore, hardball', and it's exactly that.”
- “If you were 5-10 playing baseball games on NES back in the day, and are just looking for that feeling... this series will take you back, get you laughing, and satisfy the hell out of that old-school itch, but like, in 3D.. and mechanically badass.”
- “Awesome arcade style game, no bigwig sponsors or licensing, just fictional teams with at times humorous player names.”
music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising the awesome soundtrack and extensive customization options for player walk-up music and team themes. However, some players find the ambiance and sound effects to be overly loud and distracting, with complaints about the quality and appropriateness of the music, particularly the bass-heavy dubstep elements. Overall, while the soundtrack is appreciated, the execution of sound design leaves room for improvement.
- “Easy to get into, great action, awesome soundtrack.”
- “The soundtrack is brilliant and the controls work superbly.”
- “I love the customization of my players and team... getting the color palette just right for the unis as well as the style, what kind of face and hairstyle, choices for stance, walk-up music, etc.... all the small details for each player on my team... really awesome.”
- “Ambiance music is meh, the reactions at the plate are ok, but an arcade game can bring so much more to the table. Take more risks with the crowd, make players argue on the field, and bring the tension in other directions than just pressure meters and skills.”
- “I literally hate playing it just because the music and sound effects are so obnoxiously annoying and unfitting for any sport, especially baseball. Many sound effects, especially the iconic crack of the bat, are overwhelmed by stupid clown-type bass noises.”
- “Be prepared for bassy, clownish dubstep as walk-up music and between innings.”
optimization
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing significant lag, stuttering, and performance issues, particularly after a June patch. However, others report a smooth experience and commend the game's optimization on PC, indicating that performance can vary widely among users. Overall, while some aspects are well-optimized, many players still face frustrating technical problems.
- “The game runs smooth and feels really well optimized.”
- “It seems to be very well optimized for PC machines.”
- “Very well optimized and running like a hurricane.”
- “You can't hit; the performance is garbage even on the lowest setting.”
- “Laggy, glitchy, and poorly optimized.”
- “The game worked fine until it was patched in June; then there was this horrible lag and stuttering in franchise mode that was never fixed.”
stability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's stability is a mixed bag; while it runs well on capable hardware and offers enjoyable gameplay, players frequently encounter glitches and lag that can disrupt the experience. Some users report minor issues, such as freezing when connecting controllers, while others experience more significant problems like in-game freezes and erratic ball physics. Despite these drawbacks, many appreciate the solid controls and engaging gameplay.
- “It looks great and runs smoothly with my 1070, 1800x, and 32 GB RAM.”
- “Runs great on PC; the controls are perfect, and the gameplay is very addicting.”
- “You can have fun with friends sometimes, but most of my experience was dealing with constant in-game glitches that could cost me a few points or even a full game.”
- “Every second and a half, the game freezes for a fraction of a second.”
- “The big downside is the amount of lag and glitches that I've experienced.”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, opinions on replayability are mixed; while some users highlight the potential for endless replay value and enjoyment, others feel the game lacks sufficient replayability. The controls may require some adjustment, and while the price point of $30 seems high for an arcade sports game, many believe that if players enjoy it, the replay value justifies the cost.
- “Practically endless replay value.”
- “$30 seems like a lot for an arcade sports game, but if you enjoy it, you'll get infinite replayability out of it!”
- “This will allow almost unlimited replayability.”
- “I think this reduces the replayability of the game.”
- “I don't see the replay value in this game.”
- “Seems like a steep price at first, but I promise the replay value is there.”
monetization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has received negative feedback, with users criticizing intrusive advertisements that overshadow the gameplay experience and detract from ownership visibility. Many feel that the approach is overly aggressive and liken it to a cash grab, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “Awesome game, but the advertisement is terrible. I can't even see that I own Super Mega Baseball 2 because the Dirt 5 poster takes up all of it.”
- “Just stop blasting me with ads and more shopping for once.”
- “Complete cash grab.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is generally praised for its vibrant blend of realism and cartoonish elements, creating an electric stadium experience reminiscent of a World Cup match. However, some players feel that a shift towards a less cartoonish style has negatively impacted the overall atmosphere.
- “The atmosphere of the game strikes a nice balance between realism and cartoonishness.”
- “You got crazy ball players, cool baseball bats, shiny effects when hitting the ball, and a pretty intense atmosphere around the field, like every single game is a World Cup match.”
- “The atmosphere in the stadium is just electric!”
- “The game took a less cartoony approach and unfortunately the atmosphere suffered.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story mode receives positive feedback for its immersive experience, particularly for players who enjoy creating their own teams and narratives. However, the online play aspect is criticized as lacking quality, suggesting that the game is best suited for those who appreciate single-player storytelling and arcade-style gameplay.
- “I suggest buying the game if you enjoy making your own teams and storylines in video games as well as arcade-like gameplay.”
- “If you want to play story mode, I give this a thumbs up, but for online play, it's absolute garbage.”
- “If you like baseball immersion that includes fictional teams where you make your own story, this is a must buy, period.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of renaming all the players to be tedious, but they enjoy the creative process of designing logos and uniforms, which enhances their overall experience by personalizing the game with familiar team names.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While the character designs are praised for their appeal, the reviews do not provide significant insights into the depth or progression of character development within the game. The focus seems to be more on aesthetics and gameplay mechanics rather than on character growth or narrative evolution.