![]() Unfortunately, the batting in this game is anything but intuitive as you're given absolutely no feedback on whether you're hitting too early or late. The most fun part of a cricket game for most fans is going to be the batting with an intuitive and simple control system, players would be able to position and time their shots to perfection, racking up the kind of scores that they dream of seeing on the television. The squads are all licensed and correct for the time, although in true sports game fashion this makes the game seem incredibly dated, but there's a good selection of 8 game modes including Classic Match and Test Season, the latter of which allows players to guide an international team through 1-7 years of test match cricket. It features nine international teams which are available to play as in every mode, and a further six which can only be played as in the world cup mode. 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.The earliest cricket game I own is Brian Lara Cricket '99, seemingly the only cricket game on the original Playstation. TV-style gameplay includes overlays, an huge number of camera angles, including the famous stunt and helmet cams. Other interesting features include real weather conditions and pitch states that change during a test match. This is the most realistic and playable cricket simulation currently available. If you’re looking for authenticity, Cricket 2002 doesn’t disappoint. The full effect of the licenses can be seen in the detailed modelled graphics of the players and their equipment. 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.īecause 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. ![]() ![]() 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 main noticeable additions to the gameplay include improvements to the control method. 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. ![]() ![]() 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. 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. Electronic Arts have the answer to cricket fans' dreams with Cricket 2002 for the PlayStation 2. ![]()
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