MLB Power Pros 2008 News Post

MLB Power Pros 2008 Review

03:51 PM - August 6, 2008 by RaychelSnr

We have posted our review of MLB Power Pros 2008.

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	"This IS your father�s baseball game -- do not be mistaken by the bobble-head characters, which for the record have more personality than any realistic looking character model I�ve seen in a game. After loading up the game and playing through it many times, I've realized once again that this game is still a fantastic baseball simulation."

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Game: MLB Power Pros 2008Reader Score: 6.5/10 - Vote Now
Platform: NDS / PS2 / WiiVotes for game: 11 - View All

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# 1 DocHolliday @ 08/06/08 04:09 PM

Kinda makes me want to get a wii.

I miss baseball games....

# 2 XiaNaphryz @ 08/06/08 04:15 PM

It's available on PS2 as well.

# 3 rudeworld @ 08/06/08 04:39 PM

y no 360/ps3 version?

# 4 duke776 @ 08/06/08 04:50 PM

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Originally Posted by rudeworld


	y no 360/ps3 version?

Because konami doesn't make a japanese version of power pros for 360 or ps3. The US version is just translated to english and published here in the US by 2k.

# 5 ComfortablyLomb @ 08/06/08 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Crash Davis


	a 9 is very generous this game is exactly the same as last year with the exception of MLB Life mode, as for Wii, its pretty pathetic that you STILL cant use the Wii mote during season/franchise/MLB Life this game doesnt disapoint if youre a newcomer, but if u had the game last year dont expect much of an improvement. MLB Life however is great, and was the main reason i picked it up still though, lots of room for new and exciting ways to make the wii version much better. upgrade the graphics at least a little and get the wii mote in all modes not just exhibition/HR Derby then and only then would this be a 9 out of 10 i'd go with an 8 at most... good but not great

The gameplay WAS tweaked though and there ARE new modes. I don't see why any game should be punished because the previous edition was pure ecstasy, especially when it is a step forward.

Do I think it's worth $40? Absolutely. Would I think it's worth $60? Moreso than most games I've bought in recent years. Do I think it's worth the cost of upgrading if you already own last year's? Well I guess that depends on how much you like the game. To me this is one of the best games I've ever played but your mileage may vary.

As for the Wii remote, I think it's a dumb gimmick and the longer it stays away from this game the better of it is. Cursor based batting is the pinnacle of baseball goodness in my eyes (but that is of course just an opinion). Give my history it makes sense I'd love this one... WSB '95, ASB 99-01, and WSB 2k3 and 2k4.

I'm not here to convince anyone that they should buy or play this game. If you don't like it, you don't like it. But this is a bright spot in the middle of a generation of infuriatingly ugly sports titles.

# 6 sportyguyfl31 @ 08/06/08 07:08 PM

This is the best sports game ive played on the new consoles. I own a wii and a 360.

It isnt even close. Best baseball game Ive played since the hey-day of high heat baseball and MVP

# 7 umd @ 08/06/08 08:12 PM

My sports game of the year hands down. One of the best purchases I've made next gen and only $40 for my Wii. First year I've gotten it and I can't say enough great things about this game. It earns at least a 9 easily for me.

# 8 zzyzx @ 08/06/08 09:45 PM

What's funny is that even with the criticism in this review, the announcer is still waaay better than in last year's version - when the announced call was basically random.

Only other comment is that there's more involved than just translating the menus and in-game text. It's obvious that a *lot* of care was put into making those little bobblehead guys look like their MLB counterparts. Manny Ramirez, David Ortiz, Hideki Matsui, K-Rod, etc. are absolutely unmistakeable.

# 9 duke776 @ 08/06/08 09:51 PM

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Originally Posted by zzyzx


	What's funny is that even with the criticism in this review, the announcer is still waaay better than in last year's version - when the announced call was basically random. Only other comment is that there's more involved than just translating the menus and in-game text. It's obvious that a lot of care was put into making those little bobblehead guys look like their MLB counterparts. Manny Ramirez, David Ortiz, Hideki Matsui, K-Rod, etc. are absolutely unmistakeable.

While it is much better I have heard the pop fly call for groundballs, not as much but still have. Also, I agree with the looks of the players, they get a lot of people to look dead on, especially the glasses they have make some players look even better.

# 10 opd897 @ 08/06/08 11:17 PM

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Originally Posted by ravens52bears54


	As long as you have a backwards compatible model you should be money.

Yeah, I'm playing it in my 60GB PS3, widescreen too.

# 11 zzyzx @ 08/07/08 12:52 AM

I just came across another review for this game -- on GamesRadar. They sixed it

For laughs, go to the Wii reviews section and look at some of the games with higher ratings. Kung Fu Panda?!? The Incredible Hulk? Are you kidding me?

I can see that it might not be everyone's thing, but they're recommending slapped-together movie spinoffs above MLBPP? Probably safe to unbookmark them.

# 12 XiaNaphryz @ 08/07/08 03:10 AM

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Originally Posted by cdiddy71323


	I'm sorry, I've never played a PS2 game on my PS3, but two more questions: 1. How do you know if it's backwards compatible? 2. How do you save your PS2 stuff on your PS3?

1. You need either a launch unit (20 gb or 60 gb) or the 80 gb unit. 40 gb PS3s don't support PS2 BC.

2. You create a virtual PS2 memory card on your hard drive, it's pretty easy to do via the PS3 menu. If you have a PS2 memory card, you'll need an adapter to copy it over to your PS3.

# 13 boomhauertjs @ 08/07/08 10:42 AM

Really wish this game was available for 360 (or even Gamecube!). Sounds great.

# 14 asu666 @ 08/07/08 10:59 AM

I'm hoping for a current gen version next year with slightly more realistic looking crowds (no flat texture and real number of rows of seating) and variable attendance.

# 15 BlackNGold @ 08/07/08 12:38 PM

I love the last PP and love this one too. The only baseball game better is MLB08 The Show for ps3.

# 16 ComfortablyLomb @ 08/07/08 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by asu666


	I'm hoping for a current gen version next year with slightly more realistic looking crowds (no flat texture and real number of rows of seating) and variable attendance.

That sticks out horribly. I think the stadiums actually look pretty good for what they are but on shots down the line it's weird seeing what looks like wallpaper over the stands. Obviously a minor complaint but every time I see it I cringe a little.

# 17 asu666 @ 08/07/08 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by SaintPatrick33


	Wow why doesnt 2k just make this their major MLB game and just changes player graphics ? as mlb2k8 was a bad joke

I would love to see a graphically updated sim version that cometes with MLB: The Show going forward. I think they have a good base to build off of with the play mechanics. I thought MLB 2K8 was pretty lackluster too. The Show is light years ahead of the main 2K game right now.

# 18 XiaNaphryz @ 08/07/08 07:31 PM

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Originally Posted by asu666


	I would love to see a graphically updated sim version that cometes with MLB: The Show going forward. I think they have a good base to build off of with the play mechanics. I thought MLB 2K8 was pretty lackluster too. The Show is light years ahead of the main 2K game right now.

Konami already has that, it's called PYS.

I doubt 2K would ever approve of them making a MLB version of that though, unless they can their own MLB series.

PYS4 trailer for PS3

# 19 Wyl @ 08/07/08 07:46 PM

I did an in-depth review of this game over on MLBPPworld.com with a lot of detailed comparisons between 2007 and 2008 if anyone is on the fence about whether to get this - http://www.mlbppworld.com/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=889

# 20 FlyerFanatic08 @ 08/07/08 11:47 PM

are there any rumors or articles about this game coming to xbox? i really wanna play it..but dont wanna buy a playstation or wii to get it.

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