All-Star Baseball 2002

 GameCube
Metascore
66

Mixed or average reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 17
  3. Negative: 2 out of 17
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  1. All Game Guide
    50
    All things considered, however, most should hold out for "All-Star Baseball 2003" and hope the problems are corrected.
  2. Electric Playground
    60
    They got it all in there, it's just a little discordant and rough around the edges. And, despite the failings of this game, there is every reason to believe that All-Star Baseball 2003 will be the best console baseball game available next season.
  3. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    63
    I love this game’s stinkin’ fast-pitch delivery. Facing a 98 mph heater has never been so intimidating (at least, in a video game). [Feb 2002, p.158]
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  5. Game Informer
    58
    The AI in this title is some of the worst I’ve ever seen. [Feb 2002, p.87]
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  6. Game Revolution
    42
    A ho-hum game with some annoying AI and marginal presentation. Despite its plethora of modes, it's simply not very fun.
  7. GamePen
    70
    It's those two Saturn World Series Baseball games that All–Star Baseball 2002 is most like. However, it too is missing that special ingredient, and falls on its face more than it succeeds.
  8. GameShark
    90
    ASB shines in every aspect, from its detailed, lifelike graphics to the in-depth stat tracking. All of the character animations are silky smooth.
  9. GameSpot
    65
    [It] features a wealth of gameplay modes and an impressive amount of on-field control. But the game's AI quirks, challenging batting, and camera problems are indicative of a game that has been rushed to market.
  10. GameSpy
    80
    If you're a baseball fan, you'll love the attention to detail in this game.
  11. Gamezilla!
    67
    Some of the issues with the AI and lack of quality sound definitely hold its potential back.
  12. GameZone
    78
    The best thing about All-Star Baseball 2002 is definitely the gameplay.
  13. Hot Games
    80
    All Star Baseball 2002 isn't perfect; there could be changes made in the hitting and fielding interfaces, but it is damn near perfect.
  14. IGN
    68
    The game suffers from the same problem that has battled the franchise since its N64 days: it lacks full polish, and because of that one notices some crude AI glitches and animation problems.
  15. Nintendo Power
    56
    ASB 2002’s unpolished fielding makes the game feel like it’s not quite ready for the big leagues. [Jan 2002, p.128]
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  16. Nintendojo
    75
    What I found disappointing was that the game’s features just don't match the N64 version.
  17. Operation Sports
    70
    Seems rushed and incomplete.
  18. TotalGames.net
    45
    Even for a baseball game it's boring.

Awards & Rankings

17
#17 Best GameCube Game of 2001
18
#18 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2001

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User Score
6.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 8 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 8
  3. Negative: 3 out of 8
  1. DanielB.
    Aug 1, 2003
    8
    The Roster updates are very easy to do and gameplay is average. Create a player could be a bit easier. It was a pain in the neck to make a B+ The Roster updates are very easy to do and gameplay is average. Create a player could be a bit easier. It was a pain in the neck to make a B+ Dontrelle Willis to see him suck during simulated games and end the season with a 20.00 ERA… Full Review »
  2. [Anonymous]
    Feb 12, 2003
    1
    Hmmm... Let me just say "NO."
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