MLB 2K13 - Xbox 360

Lots of whiners out there about this game. They are hard-core gamers. I am not - I just want to play the scheduled Twins v. other game that day. This brings me that experience. Loads the most current stats and the commentary includes "this hitter's on a cold streak" / "he's won his last 2 starts" / etc. Really helps me understand what's going on - my baseball chatter with friends / relatives is elevated because of this game.

I recently traded in one of my PS3's (and will probably trade in the other one eventually) for an XBox 360 because I tend to enjoy the XBox games more. However, the one sacrifice for this avid baseball fan is going from "MLB The Show" to "MLB 2K". I think MLB The Show is great, but it might be a little too good for my skill level because I seem to have a tough time hitting.Hitting does seem a little easier for me in 2K, and I actually enjoy the pitching mechanics better in 2K as well. However, the presentation and animations need polishing. Some of the screens seem cluttered to the point that you aren't sure what you are looking at or why that information is important.I think my two biggest gripes are the base running and the player likenesses. When coming out of the batter's box in The Show, the runner puts his head down and sprints to first. In 2K, the runner throws his head back and jogs to first. It's like he is running with a refrigerator on his back.As far as the player likenesses are concerned, some look good, but many are pretty bad. The Show definitely does a better job in this department.I know that many people are complaining that this game hasn't changed much since last year. Luckily, I didn't have this game last year. However, you would think they could update the head shots. Chris Stewart was traded to the Yankees during the 2012 Spring Training, and he still has his old cap on in his head shot.Even with these problems, I am having a lot of fun with this game. However, for a company that has the MLB exclusive and has done well with their NBA and old NFL games, you would think they would get it right one day. That one day never seems to come, however. It almost seems like they feel their game is good enough, and there is no need for any changes. Let's hope 2K turns things around now that they renewed their contract with MLB.Wishlist: Legends and old stadiums (I haven't seen either yet) and mini games. I loved the mini games that EA's MVP baseball used to have.

We gave my son are old Xbox that was only used once and all these years and then placed back in a box. I ordered this used game With very little hope it would work. The game came and works perfectly. My nine-year-old son is over the moon as he loves baseball.

I'm not one to overreact to a game if I struggled at it at first but this game just purely sucks and I can tell that after just playing for about 3 hours. I played two online games got 3 hits in both games combined yet i didnt strikeout once. The mechanics of the game are laughable I think I played better games on the ps2 with all star baseball. They really should just get rid of the swing stick its a joke, especially on online play where theres a delay on the stick. Add to all of that, the game froze on me 2-3 times which shoudnt happen to a new game.I was looking forward to playing my 1st baseball game in years and now Im not buying another one, again do not purchase this item. If you have the urge to play a baseball game especially around playoff time I recommend just buying either 2k12, 11, 10, 9, 8 or whatever because really there is no different between any of them.

Cyber Monday hooked me up on this game and man it was a steal of a buy! I love it. Nothing like an outfield of Yasiel Puig, Mike Trout, Bryce Harper, Cespedes at dh, Goldshicdmt at 1st, Matt Carpenter at 2nd, Jean Segura at Short, Manny Machado at 3rd, and Buster Catching my aces Price, Verlander, Scherzer, Sabathia, and King Felix, Romo shutting the door!

Our son had wanted this game for a while but I wasn't excited about paying $60.00 for it found it on Amazon used and in great condition and for almost half the price. He loves the game and every time I hear him calling out to the TV I know exactly what he's playing!!

In terms of pick up and play, simplicity, and just plain fun, the best baseball game ever was definitely All Star Baseball 2005 for the PS2. Thom Brennaman and Steve "Psycho" Lyons are awesome commentators, (I love Psycho, he's the man). Its a shame they stopped making the game and someone should really renew the series. Don't do anything crazy!; Keep the gameplay the same as it was in ASB05 and just update the rosters and the graphics. I'm a big fan of the 3-D Hit cursor, the pitching and defense are great too.I bought this game, 2k, more out of excitement for Baseball, and Spring training fever than anything. I have an X-Box 360 and this was the only option. The game is pretty and everything, it reminds me of MVP Baseball 2005, but overall its just ok. Definitely going to take some time to get used to the new hitting and pitching set-up they have.