Baseball
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😐 4.8/10
(GameBoy - US, Baseball)
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Developed_By:
Intelligent Systems
Published_By:
Nintendo
Released On:
28 Sep 1990
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The story behind Baseball is one of friendly competition. Players can choose to compete in either the USA or Japan mode, with two different teams to select from. Additionally, they can pick from a lineup of unique players.
In Baseball , players can enjoy a variety of gameplay experiences. The game allows for pitching, hitting, fielding, and running, just like in a real baseball match. In 1-player mode, the player faces off against the computer, while in 2-player mode, a friend becomes the opponent.
Media #:
DMG-BS-UKV (Europe)
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Password
Color Depth:
2-bit (4 greyscales)
Video Resolutions Supported:
160×144
Number of Players Supported:
1 Player, 1-2 Players
Multiplayer Game Modes:
Free-for-all / One-on-one (VS)
Multiplayer Options:
Real-Time Multiplayer (Game Link Cable)
Miscellaneous Attributes:
Game Link Cable, Super Game Boy Compatible
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
This is a realistic baseball simulation game where players manage a team from exhibition play to the championship, featuring a home run derby and real player attributes. The game emphasizes authentic major league action and strategic gameplay.
Story
Welcome to the Game
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 today's players.
Join Frank ‘Big Hurt' Thomas for big league action the way it was meant to be, with all the players, all the stats, all the 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!
Game Features
As you battle from Opening Day all the way to the coveted championship ring, you'll enjoy game features like the swing-for-the-fences Home Run Derby.
This is baseball with plenty of mustard, using renowned proprietary motion-capture technology that brings the actual look and feel of major league ball into your home!
How to Play
PLAY BALL!
LOADING
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Make sure the power switch is OFF.
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Insert the Frank Thomas 'Big Hurt' Baseball™ Game Pak as described in your Nintendo Game Boy instruction manual.
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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 6 game play modes and to set Main Options.
A NOTE ABOUT MOVING THROUGH FRANK THOMAS 'BIG HURT' BASEBALL SCREENS
There are several different sets of options and settings to consider in the various game modes.
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Press UP or DOWN on the CONTROL PAD to scroll through/select options, lists/rosters.
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Press LEFT or RIGHT on the CONTROL PAD to change various option settings within a screen.
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Press any button to select a player.
BASE RUNNING
Advancing Runners
Base runners are advanced by pressing the B BUTTON and the direction of the desired base on the CONTROL PAD. To return to a base, press the A BUTTON and the CONTROL PAD in the direction of the base.
Advancing Multiple Runners
When the game situation forces base runners to advance, they do so automatically. Otherwise, each one must be manually advanced by the player.
To move multiple base runners, first advance one player, then advance any remaining base runners by again pressing the CONTROL PAD towards the desired base while pressing the B BUTTON. To return multiple base runners to a base, press the A BUTTON plus the CONTROL PAD in the direction of the base. In each case, you must move each runner separately.
Advancing Multiple Bases
Once a ball is put into play, the batter automatically advances towards first. Any additional bases must be manually taken by the player by using the B BUTTON and the CONTROL PAD.
To make a player advance without stopping at a base, press the control for the next base before he arrives at the one he is currently headed for. For example, if you think you can stretch a double into a triple, you would press LEFT on the CONTROL PAD + B before your runner reached second.
Leading Off
To lead off a base a step, press and hold the B + A BUTTONS and the CONTROL PAD towards the base you are leading off from.
Stealing Bases
To attempt a stolen base, press and hold the START BUTTON + CONTROL PAD towards the base the runner is on.
Run Downs
You may find yourself in a rundown if you're caught off base and the ball arrives at your intended base ahead of you. Try to evade pursuing infielders by using the CONTROL PAD and the B BUTTON to advance or the A BUTTON to return to base, toggling between the two as needed. You'll seldom escape from a bone-headed base running error, but what have you got to lose?
Pick off throws
To execute a pick off throw press the A BUTTON and the CONTROL PAD toward the base at any time during your selection of Pitch Location, Pitch Type and Pitch Speed.
Strike Count/ Balls/ Strikes/ Outs
The current count appears in a display box at the bottom left corner.
Pitch Speed/ Radar
You can see how fast a hurler is tossing the horsehide each pitch by checking the radar gun, which appears in the center of the screen once a pitch is completed.
Throwing
When in control of the ball, press the B BUTTON and the CONTROL PAD in the direction of the base.
MAIN OPTIONS
Frank Thomas "Big Hurt" Baseball™ allows you to customize game play in many exciting ways. See Pause Options for additional in-game options.
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.
Auto Fielding
You can choose to play with or without Auto Fielding. When the Auto Fielding feature is ON, the computer automatically controls fielders during gameplay, taking responsibility for fielder movement and catching the ball. You will only have to control the timing and direction of the throw once the ball has been handled by an Auto-controlled fielder.
When the Auto Fielder feature is OFF, you are completely responsible for controlling all fielder movements, including shifting position to field hit balls, catching balls, and throwing the ball to the proper position at the proper time. Highlight the desired option, then press any button.
Play Modes
Regulation Play follows the established big league rules.
Sound Effects
This option allows you to play with Sound Effects OFF or ON.
GAME TYPES
You're ready to choose from among the 6 exhilarating game types available in Frank Thomas 'Big Hurt' Baseball™! This is big league ball!
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.
EXHIBITION GAMES
An Exhibition Game is a one game event. Exhibition games do not count in the standings. It's a perfect chance to hone your skills.
SELECTING TEAMS
To select a team, use the CONTROL PAD to highlight a team, then press any button. You select both the team you wish to control and then your CPU opponent.
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! Once Season Mode is selected, you will select the season length.
RESUME GAME/ PASSWORD
This option will
Controls
START BUTTON
return to a previous screen
B BUTTON
Swing
UP + B BUTTON
Power Swing (to hit a fly ball)
DOWN + B BUTTON
Contact Swing (to hit a grounder)
RIGHT + B BUTTON
Pulling the ball (Left Handed Batting)
LEFT + B BUTTON
Pushing the ball (Left Handed Batting)
A BUTTON
bunt
Release A BUTTON
pull out of a bunt
UP while bunting
give a bunt more power
DOWN while bunting
pull back and give it less power
LEFT or RIGHT while bunting
push or pull the ball
CONTROL PAD
move the ball on the Area Meter to the desired pitch location
UP or DOWN on the CONTROL PAD
highlight preferred pitch type
B BUTTON and the CONTROL PAD
dive for the ball
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