Major League Baseball 2K8

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  • Summary: Although he is best known for his speed and base-stealing ability, the Mets' Jose Reyes is also one of the most well-rounded players in the game and is the first player in baseball history to have more than 63 steals, 120 runs, 192 hits, and 19 homers in a single season. Reyes led the MajorAlthough he is best known for his speed and base-stealing ability, the Mets' Jose Reyes is also one of the most well-rounded players in the game and is the first player in baseball history to have more than 63 steals, 120 runs, 192 hits, and 19 homers in a single season. Reyes led the Major League in 2006 with 17 triples and 64 stolen bases and set a new Mets club record with 104 hits at Shea Stadium. Also an avid video gamer and long time fan of 2K Sports’ products, All-Star Shortstop Jose Reyes is a natural fit as the official spokesperson for this year's edition of the critically acclaimed Major League Baseball 2K series. [2K Sports]… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. GameSpy
    70
    A huge step in the right direction in combining the hands-on experience that the system is known for with authentic baseball gameplay. There are still plenty of kinks to work out, and next year there will simply be no excuse for omitting online play or the ability to update rosters because the roster that ships with the game is painfully out of date.
  2. GameZone
    70
    Despite a sizable list of issues to be fixed and features to be added, 2K8 still provides a decent baseball simulation.
  3. GamesRadar+
    70
    While we would've loved a smoother and more expansive experience, what is here is great for the casuals and tolerable for the hardcore. Let's hope it's the start of bigger things to come.
  4. Nintendo Power
    65
    If you're a die-hard fan of the great American pastime and don't own any other consoles, this is still a decent game of baseball. [Apr 2008, p.88]
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  5. IGN
    65
    The lack of online, 2K card system, and minor league teams is a huge letdown though, especially when you consider the Wii Connect 24 integration that could have allowed for live stat streaming, updated trades (Santana is still on the Twins, for example. Why?), and competitive stat tracking.
  6. Cheat Code Central
    54
    At the end of the day, if the Wii is all you have got, then this a decent baseball game to pickup. Just don't expect it to be revolutionary or live up to the other versions.
  7. 1UP
    50
    MLB 2K8 on the Wii just didn't sparkle enough to make me overly enthusiastic. It's a fun novelty play, but I'm taking a Cubs fan-style "wait till next year" approach with what could very well blossom into a must-play by next season.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 14
  3. Negative: 2 out of 14
  1. bfornatoro
    Apr 28, 2014
    10
    Greatest game yet to hit the shelves. I have played multiple game following this one, and not yet have any other even compared except for MLBGreatest game yet to hit the shelves. I have played multiple game following this one, and not yet have any other even compared except for MLB 13 The Show.… Expand
  2. Bob
    Mar 4, 2008
    10
    I just purchased this for the Wii and I have to say its phenomenal. There is no online play but I wasn't going to play it online I just purchased this for the Wii and I have to say its phenomenal. There is no online play but I wasn't going to play it online anyways. The pitching is perfect, using the remote to aim where you want the pitch and then preforming a mini windup and throw (point the remote up (like to the sky) then flick it forward to release the pitch. Batting is very responsive too, using the nun-chuck to aim where you want it and using the remote just like it is used in Wii Sports. Fielding is pretty good once you get the hang of it, using the control pad on the remote to pick which base to throw and then actually having to throw the remote forward to throw the ball. A double play feels awesome cause its like I had to turn it, great feel for a game for the Wii.… Expand
  4. JamesM.
    Mar 14, 2008
    10
    I lovvve this game and can you send me some emails about this game ?
  5. Travis
    May 31, 2008
    8
    I am a big baseball fan and I enjoyed this game it's not perfect but a good start and I hope next years version is even better with I am a big baseball fan and I enjoyed this game it's not perfect but a good start and I hope next years version is even better with online and minor leagues plus improvement in graphics.… Expand
  6. corpep
    Jan 8, 2011
    8
    its an ok game. with a capital O. Baseball 'my FAVORITE sport' . it looks cool and is cool ! Bang bang plays . BUT the ratings for teams areits an ok game. with a capital O. Baseball 'my FAVORITE sport' . it looks cool and is cool ! Bang bang plays . BUT the ratings for teams are ridiculous. Example : the Mets! in the game they are good and in reality horible.… Expand
  7. RyanH.
    Apr 19, 2008
    7
    Graphics bad, game controls sub-par. I think EA needs to get the rights for MLB again.
  8. DillonL.
    Apr 10, 2008
    0
    This game is terrible out of the case. The framerate issues that are VERY noticeable when fielding makes the game unplayable offline! This game is terrible out of the case. The framerate issues that are VERY noticeable when fielding makes the game unplayable offline! Online...don't even try...framerate issues + lag = torture. I actually got a headache from this game. 2k then promises a patch and never delivered.… Expand

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#37 Most Discussed Wii Game of 2008