Xbox 360 MLB 2k8 – Filled with New Ideas

Xbox_360_MLB_2K8The Xbox 360 MLB 2k8 is said to have new ideas but with several technical issues. Let us first know the new ideas that came with this game. This game now makes use of five tools that is usually used in baseball which are fielding, new pitching, base running controls and an all new improved batting interface.

Aside from the improved game controls, the Xbox 360 MLB 2k8 also has a very original trading card mode, new Signature Style, extreme Minor League system and many more improvements that will make you want to play with it all day long.

Features of the Xbox 360 MLB 2k8:

1. Swing Stick 2.0 - provides you with different ways to hit the ball.

2. Signature Style - Each player/character has their own moves, walking, batting, stance and many more which brings them to life.

3. Total pitch control - Makes use of the motions on the right analog stick and hit with timing to determine properly the speed, accuracy and type of pitch.

4. Precision throw control - provides you with a lot of throw types and different trajectories which makes use of real physics data and Inside Edge to make throwing look real.

5. Improved base running - provides a simple way of base running and improved AI which is then used as the main key for offensive strategy.

6. Packed Minor Leagues - 90 Minor Leagues are present in Xbox 360 MLB 2k8 games with about 20 Minor League Stadiums.

7. 2K Trading cards - collect them all and have the chance to trade them with other players.

8. Online game - now, you can compete with all games online to become the best baseball player.

9. Announcers - brings back the team up of Jon Miller and Joe Morgan.

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Top Xbox 360 Baseball Games

Baseball is one of the most popular sports in America which is why Xbox 360 baseball games happened. We know that you are a big fan of this sport that is why we are going to help you figure out the best baseball video games ever. We have come up with the top 3 Xbox 360 baseball games and we hope that you like them too.

Top 1: Xbox 360 The Bigs

Xbox 360 The Bigs

If you want a game where in you do not need to go to the help menu to figure out how to play the game then the Xbox 360 The Bigs is the right game for you. This game is pretty straight-forward and you will not waste your time figuring out which is which. With easy-to-figure out controls, the game also presents you with a very satisfying hitting and pitching features. The addition of the Homerun Pinball minigame is a fun feature of the game. 

The only bad thing about the Xbox 360 The Bigs game is that the game is not challenging enough and the controls for the fielding are not that good.

Top 2: Xbox 360 MLB 2K7

Xbox 360 MLB 2K7

The improvement implemented on the Xbox 360 2K7 makes it a contender on our top list. The game has improved in a lot ways when compared to MLB 2K6. To begin with, the presentation is outstanding. The models or characters now are more realistic and when you view them up-close you will not spot any imperfection. The new interface of the franchise is a great improvement. And of course the gameplay must not be forgotten which has greatly improved from the previous version. You have the option to train to become an excellent player or you also have the shortcut option. 

And now the worst part is knowing the game's flaws. There are minor mishaps that happens during the game like unwanted movements. Frame rate is not that good and online play can be boring because the game constantly slows down. Pitching speed and location are hard to determine.

Top 3: Xbox 360 MLB 2K6 

Xbox 360 MLB 2K6

This is the first baseball video game to have a superb pitching and hitting interfaces. You will not have a hard time throwing your pitch with the simple controls integrated in it. The crisp graphics and flawless animation makes the Xbox 360 MLB 2K6 more enjoyable. It may be a minor compliment but the game crowds are the best-looking crowd ever seen on baseball video games. The stats of Inside Edge are properly integrated in the gameplay. 

What makes the Xbox 360 MLB 2K6 number 3 on our list? The annoying AI bugs, cut-aways and replays are not that often played, the general presentation of the game is not that interesting and there are no online broadcast transitions.

Top Xbox 360 Basketball Games

Looking for the best Xbox 360 basketball games? Then you have come to the right place. We are honored to present to you the top 3 basketball video games the made it on our list. So let us begin our list beginning with the top 1.

Top 1:  Xbox 360 NBA 2k8 

Xbox 360 NBA 2K8

This is the first ever basketball video game with very few flaws providing each player the ultimate gaming experience. The game is packed with new moves that you can learn and apply ont the game. If you think the CPU is easy to beat, think again. In Xbox 360 NBA 2K8, you will be faced with a challenge though not that difficult which will still give you a fair chance to win. The slam dunk contest is a new and exciting addition to the game. You will never get bored with the online options, lots of options to choose from to keep you busy.

But with every game there are certain flaws and for Xbox 360 NBA 2k8, the menu navigation is kind of difficult to follow. Also with the instructions where in at some point you will get lost and there are a lot of missed layups even if you have the right position and angle. 

Top 2: Xbox 360 NBA 2K7

Xbox 360 NBA 2K7

It may be old but it still one of the best Xbox 360 basketball games out there. Though, it might be one of the greatest basketball games, it has not managed to conquer the top 1 position. With several unresolved and repeating errors the Xbox 360 NBA 2K7 failed to reach its full potential. What makes this game great is its excellent online play, shooting individually is great and the animation is flawless. And there are a lot of gameplay modes to choose from. 

Now the downside of this game is that it has an unruly control, free throws are very difficult to do and it has not greatly improved when compared to the 2K6 version.

 

Top 3: Xbox 360 NBA 2K9

Xbox 360 NBA 2K9

From tons of missed layups to almost zero. The Xbox 360 NBA 2K9 has come out strong this year. The game-play has greatly improved and the rosters are updated live. In addition, the commentators are doing a fine job analyzing each action in the court. If in the previous versions the animation are not that great in Xbox 360 NBA 2K9, signature animation has greatly improved providing a more realistic player. 

With good news comes bad news. Though, Xbox 360 NBA 2K9 has improved a lot in gameplay there are still a few additions that are not worth mentioning. Free throws seem harder this time and controls are also difficult to figure out. And to add to that advertisements tend to interrupt the game. These bad news places the game in second place.

Xbox 360 MLB 2K9 Review

 Xbox 360 MLB 2K9

Since the release of MLB 2K8, die-hard baseball fans are eager to take a look at the new Xbox 360 MLB 2K9. The MLB 2K9 boasts more enhanced features that gamers will surely appreaciate. Before we move on to the bad side of the game let us take a look first at the enhancements implemented on the Xbox 360 MLB 2K9. 

1. Pitching: MLB 2K9 introduces the "2-step picthing" which simplifies the pitching process. This feature eliminates the third step which is "Release Timing" but still maintaining the pitching style. 

2. "Influence Hitting": This features helps players to control hitting a ground and fly ball. 

3. Baserunning Control: This feature is simplified where in the player will just have to hold down the trigger until it vibrates.

4. Living Rosters: This feature has been added to track users when they log on. This will also show ratings of each players.

5. A new level of CPU customizations is also available together with real player ambitions and multi-player functionality.

6. PlayOff Mode has also been added where the players are able to play in post-season. 

Now that we have covered the new enhancements and features that were added to the Xbox 360 MLB 2K9 it is now time to know the bad things about this game. 

1. There are several control problems all-over the place and adds up to a huge headache. Like for instance when it comes to fielding the controls are too sensitive. A soft touch on the analog stick can trigger moves that will lead you to a foul. 

2. Animation is not flawless. Once in awhile animation stutters making the movement of players look awkward. 

3. The response time also lags once in awhile. This simple flaw makes you hit the ball early, missing it and resulting to a strike. 

4. Commentators can also be a bit annoying at times. They announce the same weather forecast and make absurd comments about the players. 

5. Games stats are not precise. Instead of having 4 home-runs your team only has 3. 

6. Soundtrack is weird. The music does not fit the game. 

These little flaws may not sound bad but when you are already playing the game it can really be annoying. Some gamers feel that the Xbox 360 MLB 2K9 is half-ways finished but still the games was made easier and a passable one at that.

Xbox 360 Midnight Club Los Angeles

Midnight Club L.A.

Xbox 360 Midnight Club is back with street racing at its best. No simulation tips and tricks needed here - just all-out fun street racing. If you enjoy arcade racing with great graphics and tight racing, check this game out.

Some have complained about the difficulty of this game, but most enjoy it just fine.

"Just as any purebred racer, the soul of the machine starts with the powerplant. In Midnight Club: Los Angeles’s case, the engine behind its essence—Rage—is good enough to make this title a standout, even though it isn’t particularly packed with genre-inspiring features. While this may be a letdown for those early-adopting, cutting-edge types, those who rank “go” above the “show” in the list of their racing-game prerequisites will consider Midnight Club: Los Angeles a real cream puff. "

Top Xbox 360 Sports Games

Madden NFL 09Our current sports leader is the pigskin giant, Xbox 360 Madden NFL 09.
This smash hit title has gained reviews scores of 85%, well above average. If you want to play football, this is the title to get.

"Madden 09 could easily be swept under the rug by the casual onlooker as being, “just another release.” And, for the most part, it is, but that doesn’t make it any less worthy of your cash. Madden NFL 09 is the most loyal translation of America’s favorite sport I’ve ever seen. It looks great, plays great, and despite its few moments of inaccuracies, is still one of the best sports games in memory."


FIFA 09
Xbox 360 FIFA Soccer 09, football for those of us on the European side, is giving Madden a run for the money. Footie, as it is so affectionately called, is quite popular among our UK friends. This is the most recent release for the genre, and is quite popular.

Reviews are currently running in the 90% range.

'A game for the soccer die-hards and for the general gamer looking for that breath of fresh air within the sports genre. There’s room for improvement, of course, but it’s easy recommending FIFA 09 to pretty much anyone—even those that normally summon only John Madden when they’re ready for some "football."'


NHL 09
Rounding out our current Top Three Xbox 360 Sports Games is Xbox 360 NHL 09, the best of the best of games to hit the ice. If you've never tried out hockey on the 360, you are missing out. This game is a blast!

Currently rated at 91% of perfection, it doesn't get much better than this:

"It’s really hard to imagine sports fans not finding a game mode or an aspect of NHL 09 that they enjoy; classic controls and the Be A Pro mode give opportunities for the more casual players to go about a hockey game in a slightly different fashion. You don’t even have to be a psychotic hockey fan to enjoy NHL 09; just a fan of sports in general and of solid Xbox 360 software. Of course pick this one up if you live and breathe the NHL hockey season, but NHL 09 is also worth a look by those that are still searching for that killer, HD-era sports application."