System Setup
Set up your PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system according to its Instruction Manual. Ensure the MAIN POWER switch (on the back of the console) is turned on.
Press the RESET button. When the power indicator lights up, press the OPEN button to open the disc tray.
Place the All-Star Baseball™ 2003 disc on the disc tray with the label side facing up. Press the OPEN button again to close the disc tray.
Attach game controllers and other peripherals as appropriate. Follow on-screen instructions and refer to this manual for software usage information.
Console Components
Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2)
All-Star Baseball™ 2003 only supports MEMORY CARD slot 1. To save game settings and progression, insert a memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) into MEMORY CARD slot 1.
All-Star Baseball™ 2003 features an AutoSave system, which automatically saves your game progression at certain points.
Inserting or removing the memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) after switching the console on may cause data to be overwritten or lost.
All-Star Baseball™ 2003 also supports manual save and load of game data from the Main Menu. After performing a manual save/load, the game will again AutoSave your progression at the relevant points.
Multiplayer
All-Star Baseball™ 2003 supports up to 4 players. To play with 4 players, you must connect a Multitap (for PlayStation®2) (sold separately) to controller port 1.
Introduction
Baseball fans, welcome to All-Star Baseball™ 2003. This year we've got a terrific line up of features that make this our best game ever.
There's a great Trivia game, where you can test your baseball knowledge, and the new Player Cards recreates the fun and excitement of trading baseball cards.
You can create an expansion club, complete with logo and choose what city, stadium and league they'll play in. There's a fun new Franchise feature that lets you select a favorite team and play with them over several seasons, seeing their fortunes and players change over time.
Of course, we still have plenty of the great on-field action you've come to expect, like the Home Run Derby, Season and Playoff modes, and tons of off the field management input, too, including creating your own players. You've got all the tools it takes to make a run at the World Series and have a great time doing it! See you in the post season!
Do You Know Baseball?
Throughout this booklet, reference is made to common baseball terms and situations. It is assumed that the reader is familiar enough with the game that this will not present any difficulties.
If you find yourself puzzled, a visit to your local library will yield a wealth of baseball information. You might also wish to visit the Major League Baseball site on the web at http://www.mlb.com where you can view rules, statistics and more.
Menu Navigation
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Highlight Option: DIRECTIONAL BUTTONS / LEFT ANALOG STICK
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Toggle Options: DIRECTIONAL BUTTONS / LEFT ANALOG STICK
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Highlight/Toggle Options: DIRECTIONAL BUTTONS / LEFT ANALOG STICK
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Start/Pause Game: START BUTTON
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Show Help Screen: SELECT BUTTON
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Cancel / Previous Screen: TRIANGLE BUTTON
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Confirm / Next Screen: X BUTTON
Bunts
There are two types of bunts in the game: sacrifice bunts and drag bunts. Sacrifice bunts are shown before the pitch is delivered. To perform a sacrifice bunt, the chance of success is based on the hitter's bunt rating.
Drag bunts are timed and aimed like a swing. You must move the cursor (LEFT ANALOG STICK) in conjunction with the bunt button (BUTTON) to perform a drag bunt.
Ball in Play Controls
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DIRECTIONAL BUTTONS: Indicate base for individual runner select
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BUTTON + DIRECTIONAL BUTTONS: Advance single runner
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BUTTON + DIRECTIONAL BUTTONS: Return single runner
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L1 BUTTON: Advance all runners
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L2 BUTTON: Stop all runners
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R1 BUTTON: Return all runners
Getting Started
At the Title Screen, press the START BUTTON. You will come to the Main Menu.
Main Menu
The main menu is where you make these important selections. Each item is explained in detail further on.
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Quick Play: Get right onto the diamond for a single game with computer selected teams.
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MLB™ Play: Choose Exhibition play, an All-Star Game, start a New Season or New Series and Manage Saved Games.
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Expansion: Create your own expansion club in the city and league of your choice, then draft players and bring the club into season play.
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Franchise: Follow one ball club over the course of up to 20 seasons as they win and lose, as older players move on and exciting new prospects join the club. This is tops for a long term loyalist as you guide your beloved franchise across generations.
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Player Cards: Forget card shows! Now you can collect player cards right inside the game by earning points for certain exploits.
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Home Run Derby: Try your swatting skills with