| 92 |
Game Over Online
Even with the limited franchise feature, 2K5 is still one of the better sports titles on the market today, and extremely affordable for any baseball fans.
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| 91 |
Talk Xbox
Everything from the graphics to the gameplay to the sound, it’s just great!
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| 90 |
GamePro
The game was number three in a field of three last year, but this season it looks great and has dramatic gameplay improvements for all skill levels. [Apr 2005, p.97]
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| 90 |
GamerFeed
Looks and plays wonderfully in almost every area, and backs up the action with a huge Skybox to play around with, numerous modes, and Xbox Live support.
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| 90 |
GameSpy
Speaking of online, MLB 2K5 is one step closer to what we dreamed about for online sports games. You can play a full 162 game season in an online league, or stick to tournaments or single-game contests.
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| 89 |
Next Level Gaming
Reminds me of what I loved about the older Sega Sports games. Despite a couple of things that should have been taken care of before it was released, the game is more than solid, and to me one of the better all-around Baseball games I've played in a long time.
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| 88 |
Team Xbox
Most of MLB 2K5 feels next generation; only small bits of the AI and physics engine need any pine tar.
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| 88 |
GameZone
Simplicity is what MLB 2K5 shoots for and it’s simplicity the game achieves, and - for the most part - it works well enough.
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| 88 |
Sports Gaming Network
MLB 2K5 is not the best baseball video game on the market, but that does not mean its bad. The presentation, graphics, and audio, as well as improvements in the online mode help overcome the game’s weaknesses.
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| 88 |
XGP Gaming
I don't know how Kush Games could have implemented their use of the ESPN license any more, because the presentation in this game is unprecedented
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| 87 |
netjak
By no means perfect, but the exciting gameplay and the multitude of features clearly overshadow any minor imperfections, making this a must-have game this season.
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| 85 |
Game Informer
Questionable fielding holds it back from capturing the Golden Glove. "MVP" still holds that honor, but Major Leauge's innovative techniques make it this year's most exciting baseball game. [March 2005, p.118]
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| 85 |
IGN
The addition of online leagues is a huge plus. However, MLB 2K5 still has a ways to go if it intends to compete with the memory of "MVP" next year. The animations need a complete overhaul, the AI definitely needs a reworking, and the Franchise Mode has to see significant innovation outside of a nicer interface.
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| 85 |
Xbox Evolved
A great baseball game but I felt some things were unnecessary and the developers could of use some time to work on old concepts of the game like the General Manager mode.
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| 84 |
GameSpot
The franchise modes are comprehensive enough, the selection of different online play options is extensive, and the whole game almost looks and sounds just as good as a broadcast on ESPN HD.
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| 80 |
Play Magazine
The 2K series is back where it needs to be. [Apr 2005, p.76]
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| 80 |
Stuff
This game features the best hecklers of all time. When Boston's hirsute Johnny Damon steps to the plate, someone in the crowd shouts, "Cut your hair, you hippie!" Amen to that, brother!
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| 80 |
1UP
And unlike previous baseball video games MLB 2K5 moves at a nice pace.
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| 80 |
Electronic Gaming Monthly
2K5's fielding - which was well balanced last year - has become too slick. It still feels great and moves fast, but unless you adjust some of the gameplay sliders, expect plenty of web gems - to many to be realistic. [April 2005, p.113]
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| 80 |
G4 TV
This is the first baseball release in years that smartly walks the line between reality and fantasy.
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| 75 |
Game Revolution
Despite its better delivery, though, Major League Baseball 2K5 is not a better baseball game than "MVP 2005." Its offline content is simply not as deep and its play mechanics are broadly inferior.
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| 74 |
Official Xbox Magazine
While the exterior looks great, within is a flawed baseball game that needs a good bit of work. [Apr 2005, p.85]
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| 60 |
Operation Sports
The multiple bugs and lack of multiple fielding camera angles hurt this game severely and simply can’t be forgiven. [*Note: original score posted by Operation Sports as 3/5 = 60. Current score on their redesigned site is inaccurate.]
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| 58 |
Gaming Age
What can’t be fixed are the statistical glitches that really keep the game from being fun. Things such as shortstops getting saves, games not counting, etc. are commonplace. There is nothing more frustrating than having a good baseball game with a terrible stat bug.
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| 50 |
Computer Games Magazine
A first-rate baseball title, assuming you can ignore the shocking number of bugs that ruin the single-player. [June 2005, p.91]
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