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R.B.I. Baseball technical data
| Name | R.B.I. Baseball |
| System | NES |
| Year | 1988 |
| Developer | Midway Games |
| Genre | Sports |
R.B.I. Baseball is a classic baseball video game that was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) in 1988. Developed by Namco and published by Tengen, it was the first officially licensed baseball game for the NES console. The game was an instant hit among players, as it offered easy to understand controls and fast-paced action that made it feel like playing a real baseball game.
The game features two teams of nine players each, with the player controlling one team while the computer takes command of the other team. Each team is represented by a roster of fictional players who have various stats such as speed, power, and fielding ability which influence their performance in the game. There are three different modes available: Exhibition Mode, where you can play against another human or computer opponent; League Mode, which allows you to play a full season of games; and All-Star Mode, where you can compete against all-star teams from around Major League Baseball.
The gameplay itself is fairly simple yet enjoyable; your goal is to score more runs than your opponent before the end of nine innings. You control a pitcher on your team who will throw pitches to batters on the opposing team, who then attempt to hit them with their bats. As with real baseball games, there are various strategies available such as bunting and stealing bases to help increase your odds of scoring runs. The pitching mechanics are also quite realistic for its time; depending on how you position your pitcher on the mound and which type of pitch you choose (fastball, curveball etc.), you can fool batters into swinging at bad pitches or getting them out with good ones.
Overall, R.B.I Baseball provides an entertaining experience for all types of gamers whether they’re new to baseball or experienced veterans looking for some nostalgic fun. With plenty of challenge and replayability thanks to its multiple modes and difficulty settings, this classic title remains one of the best sports games ever released on NES consoles.
