Customer Reviews

Triple Play 2001

5 star:		(14)
4 star:		(12)
3 star:		(7)
2 star:		(6)
1 star:		(1)

 

 

This game is a disappointment.

The truly wonderful thing about last years TP2K was the framerate was cranked up to a consistant 30 fps. The animation is very, very choppy in TP2001, which makes it difficult to understand how Electronic Arts could regress so much in a years time. The new facial mapping is nice, but the stadiums seem to have taken a hit looks-wise in the process. The much touted defensive point of view fielding option is fairly difficult to get used to, and the decreased framerate doesn't make it easier.

On the positive side, the AI hitters aren't hitting your pitching quite as easily as in TP2K -- you can strike them out. The fielding controls are responsive, as are the hitting controls. The "Big League Challenge" extreme mode is pretty fun, combining homerun derby with target practice. There is something to be said for the sight of the Babe launching an opposite field homer straight at a glass building, shattering windows in the process. The audio, as always, is excellent.

I gave this title 3 stars because TP2001 isn't quite bad enough to warrant 2 stars. There are enough positives to recommend this title to newcomers of the TP series. Veteran TP players may want to rent it first, however.

The action in this game is fast. It is a fun game overall with lots of nice added game play modes like a home run derby with targets to strike outside the park, and a legends mode where you can play with all time baseball greats like Hank Aaron or Babe Ruth for example. The main drawback to this game though is the pure lack of realism. It just feels outdated when you play it. There is no Playstation baseball title that beats it, trust me I have played them all, but if you have a Nintendo 64 try All Star Baseball 2001 instead. All Star Baseball for the N64 is much more realisic with far better graphics and gameplay. If playstation is all you got though, try Tripple Play 2001.

There are several cool new features in this game, such as an option called Points Cap Play. What this means is that if you make some nice plays or make more difficult accomplishments, you are given points that you can spend on anything from upgrading your players, buying legends of the game or even a new stadium. With this option on, you can also get free bonus cheat options (check out 'pulsating head' which is one of the weirdest things I've seen in a game) There are also the old standards, such as single game, season, home run derby. Speaking of home run derby, there is one mode called "extreme" where you try to hit various targets for bonus points. Very fun! As usual, this game has good control, decent graphics and often-funny commentary from Buck Martinez and Jim Hewson. I recommend this game.

What a terrible game this is. Only very young kids will enjoy the "extras" which are ridiculous. Besides the terrible fielder animations the game has a few bugs as well. )I hit a home run and the ball fell back into play, but the computer wouldnt field it so i had to reset the game) also the close ups of fielders are terrible, it always looks like your player is throwing home, even though he might be throwing to second! In addition.....rey ordonez has hit 4 homeruns in 2 games for me (on pro mode)

In conclusion, this is pretty much the same as last year (except for the horrible extra features such as having a home run derby in a livving room) the only really good thing about the game is being able to use hall of fame players, but the game play is very unrealisitc, and im sick of these monsterous polygonal graphics....why cant these developers stay away from those ugly close ups forever....(or at least until PS2 is out)

the guy who said that this game had no pitch control, no way to tell how tired your pitcher is and that fielding is impossible doesnt know what he is talking about. as for the first two, he is plain wrong, and as for fielding, it can get a little tricky on allstar level, but once you get used to it, it's not bad; even diving isnt that hard. the game is a lot of fun, but it doesnt have the greatest replay value, unless you play it againt another person. the historic players are fun, but they are so good that they kind of make the game too easy. anyways, as far as baseball games go, this is one of the best ive ever played. my only real complaint is that i find baserunning to be a pain in the ass, and ive been tagged out many times because i couldnt run the bases like i wanted to.

From all the Playstation baseball games I have played, this is the best. The graphics are great, the announcers and music are great, and so is a lot of other stuff. One turnoff--when you are in season or playoff mode you have to load, then save, then load, and then save again just to play one game. It gets tiresome. Last year's version didn't do this, but the game is still top-notch quality.

I love this game. The graphics aren't the best but it has awesome game modes. In create a player there are many differnt real batting stances you can choose from. I like how you can earn legends, stadiums, and codes playing well

For those of you expecting more out of Triple Play from last year then be relieved. The framerate is pretty fast, the stadiums are very awesome, it has more variety than ever before and is the extreme challenge is unique and addictive. What's different from TP 2000? Well, for starters you have 4-5 unique stadiums to chose from in extreme challenge. Have you ever wanted to play in someone's living room. Well you can in one of the extreme stadiums. In each stadium you get points for hitting various objects and targets outside the fences in the outfield. Now, you can choose the all-time legends like Babe Ruth, and Ted Williams. In the Season mode you have all-star voting which is done after each game. A vote tally is given for each League and position. Also, in the season mode as you are playing a season throughout a game you can unlock codes which can give you rewards like Increased defensive power, etc. The list goes on and on.

Overrall, this year's TP 2001 will not be matched. Perhaps Dreamcast will have a game with better graphics but the gameplay is what always count. TP 2001, in my opinion, is the best there has ever been and can only be beat by TP 2002 or when PS2 comes out with a better baseball game. EA SPORTS HITS ANOTHER HOMERUN!

Buy it now before supplies run out.

I was unsure weather to by this game or wait until every thing else came out but I'm glad I bought this game play is good players are more realistic especially in clutch situations. Let's say Top 8th 2 Out Runners at second and thrid Derek Jeter at the Plate against some Jabroni pitcher,BOOM two run double. I think you'll love this game. Play-by-Play Still the best Jim Hughson & Buck Martinez do a Great Job. Quick Tip: Don't Just Skip To All-Star Mode you'll get tagged

Among the first things I noticed about TP 2001 where the graphics. While not a great improvement over last year, this year's players look more "human." And as far as the gameplay, it's as solid as ever. Be sure try fielding from the defensive player's point of view. The addition of the 500 home run club members, as well as the Big League Challenge, adds a great deal of replay value to the game. The only gripe I have with 2001 is the roster, as Ken Griffey Jr.'s still in Seattle. If you're a baseball fan, or a fan of baseball video games, I'd seriously consider picking this one up.