Frank Thomas Big Hurt Baseball
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(Super Nintendo - PAL, Baseball)
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Developed_By:
Iguana UK
Published_By:
Acclaim
Released On:
01 Jan 1995
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Frank Thomas Big Hurt Baseball , released in 1995 , brought a new level of realism to baseball games with its motion-captured 3D graphics and multiple camera angles. The game features 28 stadia, each with its own unique characteristics.
The game offers six distinct modes, including single exhibition matches and full seasons on the playoffs. Additionally, there's a Home Run Derby mode where players can try to hit the ball as far as possible for points. Players can choose their pitchers and batters based on their statistics and form, allowing for more strategic gameplay.
Frank Thomas Big Hurt Baseball 's pitching options are detailed, with fastballs, curveballs, and precise settings for pace and height. Fielding is optional at first, but players can adjust the infield and outfield depth and defensive shifts as needed.
UPC-A:
3455196201842 (Europe)
Media #:
SNSP-AFKP-EUR (Europe)
Part #:
SNSP P AFKP [SNSP-AFKP-EUR] (Europe)
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Number of Players Supported:
1-2 Players
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Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
*Frank Thomas "Big Hurt" Baseball* is a realistic sports simulation game that brings the excitement of Major League Baseball into the home. Players can guide their favorite teams and players through various modes, including exhibition games, a home run derby, and a full championship season. Utilizing motion-capture technology and unique features like "Clutch Time," players must strategically manage their roster and execute on-field plays to win the championship ring.
Story
The Ultimate Baseball Experience
America's Pastime just got hotter! The mightiest bat around today brings you the greatest home baseball game ever, with a ball-crushing homerun derby, the most generous and realistic play features, and the real attributes of all of today's players!
Big League Action
Join Frank "Big Hurt" Thomas for big league action the way it was meant to be, with all the players, stats, and exciting strategy that make baseball the best-loved sport of all time! From exhibition play all the way to the championship, you'll guide your team and all the players in the most realistic diamond diversion ever devised. Get off the pine and join the nine!
Realistic Features
As you battle from Opening Day all the way to the coveted championship ring, you'll enjoy unique game features like the tense turning points of the Clutch Time play mode. Using renowned proprietary motion-capture technology, Frank Thomas "Big Hurt" Baseball brings the actual look and feel of major league ball into your home!
How to Play
Loading the Game
1. Make sure the power switch is OFF.
2. Insert the Frank Thomas "Big Hurt" Baseball™ Game Pak as described in your SUPER NINTENDO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM® instruction manual.
3. Turn the power switch ON. When the Frank Thomas "Big Hurt" Baseball™ title screen appears, press the START BUTTON. You will then see the Game Setup Screen. This screen allows you to select from 5 game play modes and to set Main Options.
Screen Navigation
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UP or DOWN on the CONTROL PAD: Scroll through/select options, lists, and rosters.
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LEFT or RIGHT on the CONTROL PAD: Change various option settings within a screen.
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Any button (except START): Select a player, team, or option setting.
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START BUTTON: Return to the previous screen (Undo selection).
On-Screen Help
Frank Thomas "Big Hurt" Baseball™ features On-screen Help to make it easier to navigate the rich world of baseball available in the game. Control prompts appear wherever possible.
Fielding Radar
When batting or fielding, you will be using the fielding radar to track the position of the ball and players. To switch player control to another fielder, press the X or Y BUTTON. The color of each player's circle will be exchanged.
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Small blue circle: Position of base runners.
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Small red circle: Position of the ball.
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White circle: Fielder under user control.
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Yellow circle: Other fielders.
Main Options
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DIFFICULTY: Choose between Pro and All Star skill levels. All Star players run faster, throw harder, and are tougher to strike out than Pro players.
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TIME OF DAY: Choose a Day game, a Night game, or have the computer make a Random choice.
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STRIKE ZONE: Select ON to play with the strike zone on screen, or OFF to play without it.
Edit Team Name
To change a team name, press UP or DOWN on the CONTROL PAD to move the highlight border to the desired team and select it. A new graphic will appear with the current team, a space for the new team name, and an alphabet.
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Enter a letter: Press the CONTROL PAD to highlight the desired letter, then press any button to enter it.
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Delete a letter: Highlight "Delete" with the CONTROL PAD, then press any button.
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Save changes: Highlight "OK" with the CONTROL PAD, then press any button.
Play Modes
In EXHIBITION and PLAYOFF Game modes, you can choose between two play modes:
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QUICK PLAY: It's one strike and you're out! Foul balls do NOT count as strikes. Stats for Quick Play games will vary from those in Regulation Play.
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REGULATION PLAY: Follows the big league rules (9 innings).
Game Types
To select a particular game mode, press UP or DOWN on the CONTROL PAD to select the desired game type, then press any button. Once you've selected a game mode, the options for that game type will appear.
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ONE PLAYER GAMES: Pits you against a computer-controlled opponent. In Season play, Player One controls the team that goes through a season.
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TWO PLAYER GAMES: Two players match skills and strategy.
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CPU vs. CPU: Select the teams, then sit back and watch the fun unfold!
Exhibition Games
An exhibition game is a perfect way for one or two players to sharpen playing skills without changing their stats or standings. Two players can choose the same team!
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Step 1: Choose One, Two, or Cpu vs. Cpu.
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Step 2: Choose Reg. Play or Quick Play.
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Step 3: Use the D-pad to Highlight your choice. Next, move to the Team Select Screen and choose your team and who will control it.
Selecting Teams
To select a team, use the CONTROL PAD to highlight a team, then press any button.
In a 1 Player game, you select both the team you wish to control and the team which the CPU will control. In a 2 Player Exhibition game, each player selects a team. Both players can choose the same team, allowing for a true head-to-head test of skill.
Stadium Selection
After you've selected your team, the Stadium Select screen appears. You will see the home team stadium along with a list of other teams (home team is the bottom team). Press the D-PAD to scroll through the different stadiums and select your choice by pressing any button (except Start).
Season Mode
In Season mode, you will play as one team for an entire season as you battle towards a conference title, and, if you're good and get some breaks, the Championship!
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NEW SEASON: Choose this to start a new season. You must ERASE OLD SEASON information by pressing LEFT or RIGHT on the D-PAD to highlight "YES" (erase season), or "NO" if you wish to preserve the current season.
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SEASON LENGTH: Choose between playing a Standard season schedule or an Adjusted '95 schedule. You can also choose the length of your season: Short or Full Season.
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RESUME SEASON: Highlight "RESUME SEASON" and press any button to pick up a season from where you last left off. Set Play Mode options to bring up the Game Day screen showing the next scheduled game.
Saving a Season Game
In Season mode, you have the option of saving a completed game
Controls
LEFT + B BUTTON
Push Ball (Left Handed Batter) / Pull Ball (Right Handed Batter)
RIGHT + B BUTTON
Pull Ball (Left Handed Batter) / Push Ball (Right Handed Batter)
LEFT or RIGHT + A BUTTON
Direct Bunt
Release B BUTTON
Check your swing (before the swing is completed)
CONTROL PAD towards the desired base + X BUTTON
Advance runner
Y BUTTON + CONTROL PAD in the direction of the base
Return runner to base
LEFT on the CONTROL PAD + X
Stretch a double into a triple (before runner reaches second)
CONTROL PAD + X BUTTON
Advance runner (in run downs)
Y BUTTON
Return to base (in run downs)
LEFT TRIGGER + CONTROL PAD towards the next base
Lead off base one step
RIGHT TRIGGER + CONTROL PAD towards the present base
Return one step
X BUTTON + CONTROL PAD towards the next base
Attempt a stolen base (after the first two pitch selections have been made)
Y
Select left side of the plate (pitch location)
B
Select center of the plate (pitch location)
A
Select right side of the plate (pitch location)
LEFT or RIGHT on the CONTROL PAD
Move the ball on the Area Meter to the desired pitch location
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