Amazon.com Review

It's a shame that the Dreamcast went the way of the dodo, because by theend of its reign it was the undisputed king of sports titles, as games likeNHL 2K2 prove. This sequel to Sega's NHL 2K improves on its flawedpredecessor in every way to emerge as arguably the best overall hockeysimulation on any platform.

The key word is simulation. There are no arcade trappings to be found here. Thepace is toned down to match the speed of the real sport, goals are infrequentand hard-won, and the offensive and defensive strategies come straight from thehockey textbooks. The graphics are excellent, and special note must be made ofthe phenomenal animation for everything from the players to the spinning puck(which flips end-over-end after particularly aggressive slap shots and careensrealistically off any object it encounters). Beginners will have an easy enoughtime warming up to the controls in the default mode, but much more depth isoffered by switching to the advanced control layout. Here, button combos makenearly any trick possible, from dekes and precise shot control to hooks and sidesteps. The more you put into the game, the more it rewards you, and the enhancedAI makes single-player games nearly as challenging as a multiplayer match.

Everything from an exhibition mode to a full-blown career mode is offered, andplenty of options exist for adjusting penalties, toggling rules, and setting theoverall speed of the game. There's no way to turn it into an over-the-top arcadeexperience like NHL Hitz, but as the focus here is strictly onsimulation, that's not really a problem. As it stands, NHL 2K2 is amongthe best sports games ever released, and we can think of no more fitting swansong for the Dreamcast. --T. Byrl Baker

Pros:

• Lifelike animations, realistic physics, and a focus on simulation bring the game of hockey right into your home
• Incredibly tough AI offers a consistent challenge
• Advanced control mode gives expert players more options than ever

• Graphics overall are not as sharp as those found on Xbox or GameCube
• Sound--especially crowd noise--is lackluster

Editorial Review

The first golf title for the Dreamcast, Tee Off is in the vein ofarcade-style golf games like the Hot Shots Golf series on thePlayStation. Players control big-headed, Japanese animation-style characters onvibrantly-colored 3-D courses. Shots are viewed from multiple cameraangles--including some mesmerizing aerial views--with the ball leaving a fading trailbehind it.

While Tee Off does require some basic golf knowledge, it uses astandardized control scheme which even those who've never played video golf willbe able to pick up on right away. In addition to customizable difficulty levels,Tee Off offers various modes of play, including gate ball (think croquetin cyberspace) and world tour, which rewards players' high scores by "unlocking"new characters and equipment.

Admittedly, Tee Off isn't for devotees of more simulation-oriented golftitles, as they'll probably pass it off as kiddie fare. However, casual videogolfers and those new to the armchair sport are in for one heck of a good timeon the links. --Joe Hon

Pros:

• Highly addictive arcade-style gameplay
• Great replay value
• Gate ball (cybercroquet) mode

• Japanese to English language translation is weak at times
• May not appeal to fans of more simulation-oriented golf titles

Reviews (21)

Not bad.
If they had real characters, I would actually rate this a 5. The courses are extremely lifelike. There should have been some unlockable courses and some easier to lock players. I hate missing the red bar on the bottom, cause once you miss it, you lose a whole stroke. But playing it is all right. Though it's not the best golf game in the world, it deserves a look at.

It could be a bit more realistic!!
.... The 4 characters say the same phrases over and over and I never felt like using up my memory card to save the world tour and unlock other characters. It's not like I was gonna win, anyway. I must admit, though, the 5 courses are pretty good. Japan is easy. U.S.A. gets me in the bunker alot. Scotland has alot of precipitation variations. M y ball always goes into the red clay in Australia. And Africa has a large variety of fairways and obstacles. Gate ball isn't that great because the gates are always in the same exact spots. Other than the graphics and the 5 courses, this game could use some improvement.

Not for the serious golf fan
Tee Off is a fun game but diehard fans may find it disapointing.The game is based around fun and is easy to play and to get into.There are various different modes of play which improve the longitivity of the game, so you and your friends can battle it out to see who is the best.There is also an option to unlock new characters and new equipment though getting high scores.

Waste of time for a Golfer
I love golf games.Golden Tee 99 and 2000 are the greatest golf games out today.I think Tee-off may be the worst. If you are over the age of 10and like to play golf, don't buy this game.If you are prone to dreamingabout playing your dreamcast and can't wait to get home to play them, don'tbuy this game!The people at Dreamcast should have have sent this gameout to pasture when the original version was delivered.Do yourself afavor, buy a football or hockey game for now, and wait until Dreamcast putsout a real golf game.

Let's hit the greens!
This game is the best golf game that I have played on any platform.Some of the computer players are a little weak, but it makes it that muchbetter.

I have played this game for hours on end.The graphics are verywell done.I wish there was a better selection of players with betterskills, but that's life.Perhaps there will be a Tee-Off 2 orsomething..

I can recall many a night staying up and playing this withfriends to the wee hours of the morning.

If you are an armchair golfer,this title is for you! ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

It's time to grab your fishing rod and head out towards Sega's clear blue sea. Sega Marine Fishing--the sequel to the highly successful arcade and Dreamcast hit, Sega Bass Fishing--features all of the thrills and action of real exotic deep-sea fishing. Players depart on an all-day charter and travel across the Sega Seas to one of three beautiful fishing areas. In the warm South Pacific, you'll encounter breathtaking coral reefs that are filled with colors so vibrant, you'll swear you smell salt water. Continue your fishing adventure at the Offing, where you'll see and hear the surf crash onto the shore while you cast the waters in search of the dangerous mako shark. Land your quota in all three areas for a chance to explore the Sega Sea Special Bonus Area and all of its secrets. With 16 different lures, you're bound to reel in the big one. ... Read more

Editorial Review

"No refs. No rules," boasts NFL Blitz 2000, making it clear that this game is nottrue-to-life football simulation. The game disregards strict realism in favor of outrageous moves,bone-crushing tackles, and jaw-dropping plays. And you'll need those big plays: a first down in NFL Blitz2000 is 30 yards, and there aren't any rules against pass interference.

The gridiron action is enhanced by the voices of the players. A safety who body-slams a wide receiver willstand over the writhing body and jeer, "You're in MY house, sucka!"A sacked quarterback may limpaway, wailing, "I think it's broken!"Even the game's announcers get in on it, gleefully pointing out thatyour star running back just got clobbered.

So NFL Blitz 2000 is the perfect game to play with your buddies. It's fast, fierce, and quickly getseveryone talking trash and slinging taunts. Up to four people can play at once, two on each team (eachplayer needs their own controller).

Fans of deep, realistic football strategy should check out NFL 2K. But fans of the kind of football foundin highlight reels will love NFL Blitz 2000.
Pros:

• Terrific multiplayer game for up to four players
• Brutal tackle animations
• Trash-talking players, great commentary from announcers
• Players can design custom plays and save them to a VMU

• Single-player game quickly gets old
• Turbo mode and other unrealistic moves may turn off hard-core sports fans

Reviews (16)

Arena Football meets NBA JAM
If you like Arena Football and love fast paced, thumb twitching, sweaty palm action then this game is for you.If you're looking for REAL football go for NFL 2K1.THE GOOD NEWS.This is really a game about scoring massive amounts of points, pounding the crud out of NFL players that you hate in real life, and having ARCADE fun.The tackles are right out of the WWE, the game speed is that of NBA JAM, and the thrill of winning is surpassed by none.THE BAD NEWS.The big hits get boring, you get used to the game speed as you keep playing, and winning flat out becomes way too easy.All in all, this game was fun for awhile (it lasted longer than some games), and the more I played it the less I said WOW! LOOK AT THAT!The only real replay value comes from inviting your friends to partake in the slugfest and then talking crap as the feel of the bone-breaking hits make you say WOW! again.

Fun, but not for very long.
I can see how some folks would enjoy a pure arcade version with no reality whatsoever involved.Myself, I think I'd like something more realistic.

First downs are 30 yards, there are no penalties, there's no kickoff, and there is no realism involved as far as athletic ability of the players.For example, if you complete a pass from Young to Rice (remember, this is 2000!), and Rice has the open field, two defenders are actually able to catch up to Rice and tackle him.This is flat out ridiculous, even for an arcade game.Ditto Terrell Owens and Tim Brown, and I was able to stop other wideouts with linebackers just by squeezing the turbo button.

The emphasis is obviously on bone-crushing tackles, but after an hour of play, the only really enjoyable aspect of this is the ability to cheap-shot the offensive players long after the ball is whistled dead.The field-goal kicking system is particularly vexing, as it was apparently designed by a chimp with ADD, and requires eight espresso-mochacchinos in order to maintain the twitch focus required to accurately split the uprights.

Overall, I see this as a fun arcade game for younger kids not up to simulation-level gameplay, and guys/gals who just want to have fun beating each other's players up.Me, if I want to beat up some guy, I'll play Soul Calibur.

blitz
I think that thisis one of the best football games I have ever played.It is fast paced, and a lot of fun.I usually don't like football games, but this one is awesome.

BLITZ IS ALL RIGHT BUT......
this game is pretty fun.The graphics are decent, the sound is also above average.This game is at its best when 4 human players play in a 4 player multiplayer game.Games are always high scoring when playing with your friends.This game is a great game if you always have people who will play with you.But when playing alone this game sucks.Sure smacking the computer is fun a while, but theres no one to smack talk.The novelty of hard hits wears off fast.Also the no pass inerference rule gets cheap.On easy mode, the computer gets whooped every time beacause they never pass interference, but on hard, the computer will use it on every play, making it frustrating, because it will be so freaking hard to cathc a pass. For the person with no friends this game may not be right for you.First of all this game has no season mode for 1 player.its just arcade mode.Secondly, there are no things to keep you busy like creat-a-player ( i believe there is create a play, but i would rather have more fun creating players ).so get this game if you have lots of friends or if there are always people to play with you. if you dont have friends or you are a only child, stick with NFL2k for all you solo gamers.

GREAT GAME
has great game play its very simple if you dont want to play a game where you have to hit all these buttons to throw the ball also if you like this game you will like NFL2K1 ... Read more

Editorial Review

Even if you're not fond of sports titles in general, the simplepick-up-and-play feel and speedy on-court action in VirtuaTennis make it a worthy addition to any game library. Sega did anexcellent job making sure even those unfamiliar with the rules andstrategy of tennis will be able to jump right into the game. With alittle practice you can pop lobs, perform an overhead smash, or evenreturn the ball with a through-the-legs trick shot.

Starting the game presents three game modes. Arcade mode is a directtranslation of the coin-operated arcade game in which you must defeatfive challengers in order to win a championship. Exhibition mode allowsyou to choose a player and then challenge any of the other availabletennis players in singles or doubles matches. World Circuit mode caststhe player as a tennis superstar, touring the world and competing forheaps of cash and worldwide rank.

If you're looking to play as one of the top tennis aces in the world,you're going to be disappointed. No Sampras, Agassi, or any othertennis giants are to be found. Rather, you're stuck with 16 smallernames including Jim Courier, Carlos Moyà, and YevgenyKafelnikov. Despite the recent boom in popularity, the women's tenniscircuit is unfortunately completely absent.

Sega's presentation and graphics are very well done and could almost bemistaken for a real televised match. Details such as the crowds, linejudges, and instant replays look stunning. It's a shame that VirtuaTennis doesn't feature the famous venues and tournaments of realtennis, but the game's imitation stadiums in England, New York, andFrance look close enough to be recognizable. The player graphics arefantastic. Each player displays plenty of detail in everything fromfacial expressions to sneaker logos. Both the TV-style overhead viewand the behind-the-shoulder viewpoints feature animation that's almostalways ultrasmooth and is guaranteed to keep your eyes glued to thescreen. --Mark Brooks

Pros:

• Amazing graphics
• Easy to play yet hard to master

• You can play as real tennis players, but not as tennis superstars
• Strictly arcade--not particularly deep gameplay

Reviews (102)

Best Tennis Game Ever Created for Sega Dreamcast!
This is one of the best tennis games ever created for the Sega Dreamcast.

Graphics: 10/10- Game takes FULL advantage of Sega Dreamcast's Graphics

Gameplay: 10/10- It feels like you really are playing tennis.

Difficulty: VARIES- You can choose the difficulty level that suits you best by going to the options menu.

Overall- 10/10 - If you own a Dreamcast, this is a must-have.

doesn't workwith Windows XP
I ordered this game, but cannot make any comments about it because I haven't played it yet. Why? Because the damn thing doesn't function with Windows XP!I have tried everything, am an experienced computer user, have played other PC tennis games, but for some reason, it is not compatible with XP. If someone out there can give me some information on how to use this game with XP, I wish you would e-mail me at jrryns@syd.eastlink.ca...on the box it says that it IS compatible with XP, but I'll believe it when I see it ..... I would like to use it with Microsoft Sidewinder plug n play, but I can't even get out of the starting gate. If you are using this game with Windows, please send me as much detailed description of how to get it going as you can.....Jerlaw

intoxicating mix of speed, action and eye candy
Virtua Tennis is a pixel-perfect translation of the arcade hit. In addition, the game features a number extras designed for the port over to Dreamcast. The result is a very fun gaming experience.

Like Crazy Taxi, Virtua Tennis sports a number of extras in addition to the arcade port. Included in the Dreamcast version are: arcade mode, exhibition mode, and world circuit mode. World Circuit Mode is most challenging as you travel the world taking part in trial matches earning money and buying items such as equipment or doubles' partners. Your techniques are also sharpened in various training stages such as the pin crasher, where the bowling pins must be knocked down with serves.

Virtua Tennis is an intoxicating mix of speed, action and eye candy. Even if Sega had done a simple port of the arcade game, Virtua Tennis would have warranted a purchase. However, they have thrown in the extra modes to warrant a MUST buy.

i didn't think i'd like it
I have to admit I was rather surprised i liked this game. When my brother gave me his Dreamcast, this was one of the games he gave me along with it. I'm not a fan of watching tennis, and I can't play worth anything. But the game turned out to be fun. Like most of the Dreamcast sports games, it isn't too difficult for a player like me (one who doesn't play all the time and isn't a phenomenal player). The graphics are nice, and game play is easy to figure out and really works well. There is a save option and the game turns out to be quite fun. I say yes if you are asking whether or not to pick up this game.

Sweetnicity
I just bought this game today and overall it is a good buy. The only problem with the game seems to be that there are no tennis superstars such as Agassi or Sampras. Whats even worst is that there are no chicks, no Ana Kournikova! Otherwuys, even if you dont like tennis, this game is addictive and easy to play. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

Experience the thrill of catching 20 feet of air while pulling a double tail whip with Mat Hoffman's Pro BMX. The game lets players ride like the 10-time world vert champion Mat Hoffman or seven other top-ranked vert, dirt, and street BMX pros, and features eight of the sport's hottest riders, including Cory Nastazio, Simon Tabron, Dennis "DMC" McCoy, Kevin Robinson, Rick Thorne, Mike "Rooftop" Escamilla, and Joe "Butcher" Kowalski. Players perform hundreds of tricks and signature moves in a variety of realistic street, vert, and dirt jump courses. Game modes include two-player H-O-R-S-E, split-screen Trick Attack, and Graffiti for all three types of courses. Gamers can also play in the career mode, moving up the ranks to win the ultimate BMX crown by unlocking new courses and upgrading their bikes and rider abilities. This title was developed utilizing an enhanced version of Activision's Tony Hawk's Pro Skater game engine. ... Read more

Reviews (6)

This game rocks!!!
Go buy this game now. It rocks. You can play as the legendary Mat "The Condor" Hoffman, Cory "Nasty" Nastazio,Mike "Rooftop" Escamilla, and a lot of other great BMX riders. There are 8 great levels to play. If you like the Tony Hawk games, you'll like this. You should also get Mat Hoffman's Pro BMX 2. It is even better.

Could have been better, but its ok
Pretty much Tony Hawk on a bike, Mat Hoffman's Pro BMX is a good bit of fun, and it is a lot better than the only other BMX game for Dreamcast, Acclaim's Dave Mirra Freestyle BMX.My only complaints are that its just not as fun as the Tony Hawk games, and it can be quite frustrating at times as well.Also, there is not much difference between this version and the PS1 version.The graphics are a bit better and the loading times are almost non-existent, but so much more could and should have been added to this package to makes this game a must have.All in all though, if your looking for a good sports game, and this is one of the last third party Dreamcast games, then you can't go wrong with Mr. Hoffman.

''THIS GAME ROCKS''
This has to be the funest game ever. If you like to bike this is the game is for you.The riders look real and the bikes are amazing you have to buy this game.

MUCHO BETTER THAN DAVE MIRRA
the graphics are great the music is better, you can play two player at the same time, the tricks are realistic and it is just a lot of fun to play, unless your a couch potatoe who doesn't bmx just sits around and crys if the game is to hard or if he has thumb sores from holding the controller all day, then this game isn't for u, get dave mirra, but if u actually ride get this not mirra.

sweet
this is the best game ever. i thought it wouldn't [be good] compared to Dave Mirra but it rocks. it is the best game i ever playeed, one night i was up all night playing it for 24 hours no lie! ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

Control urban thrashers who cut through massive, radical environments. Perform tight tricks, such as tail whips, body varials, and backflips. Race to the finish line while grinding ledges, barrels, and benches. You can even upgrade your ride for better performance and cooler tricks. ... Read more

Reviews (6)

gnarliness to the extreme thrashness dude
the radical extremeness of this thrashing game is off the charts of tubularity. this wicked simulation is cooler than doing drugs
if youre going to have a mad wicked partay you need to grab this kickin game and rip it up, dreamcast style! keep the razor scootin up and kickin my swingin hip dogz! woof woof who let da dawgs out yall?!?!
payce out and enjoy this crazy insano gut buster to the X-treme and live life on the edge<...

Razor Freestyle Scooter
The graphics look so awsome and cool, it runs so smooth with no problem, its addictive when you play, its really easy to learn the controls, plus its funner than any bmx game.

Hello...BestGameontheplanetHere
If you are thinking about buying this game then why are you thinking at all just buy it. I guarantee you won't want to stop playing. The first time I played this game I didn't want to stop untill I beat it and you know what I beat it twice before I stoped playing. For my opinion I think its the best game for Sega Dreamcast actually the best game in the world of video games.

Deviated, yet Good enough
This is a very typical imitated Tony Hawk game. What it seems to be a imitation, however it offers pretty solid game play. This game can turn you off right away if you are just looking at kiddy graphic with scooter instead of skateboard (and you might think this is just a way to cash-in some profit with the recent popularity of scooter, but not at all)If you can manage to play this game long enough, then you will be able to enjoy it with enough challenges and fun factor. I would recommend this game for those who are looking for something cheap yet good enough to kill time.

Very Good
This game is very good but nuthing can beat Tony Hawks Pro Skater 2. But it is a game worth buying & its only $.... U gatta get it u'll love it & wont want to stop playing. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

The release of NCAA College Football 2K2, based on the NFL2K1 game engine, should appease many of the long-suffering Dreamcast ownerswho look upon the NFL with disdain and pined for a good college-ball simulation.The game offers good playability, tight controls, generally good approximationsof college stadiums, and excellent graphics. There are a few flaws, however,most of them relating to the most anticipated aspect of the game--thecollege-specific features.

The passing game is sharp, as the developer minimized the number of "moneyplays" without taking away every option available to the offensive player. Thereare few plays you can run for instant yardage, making it more important to cyclethrough your many options on passing plays. And the defense will play effectivebump-and-run coverage on your receivers, throwing off your timing on some ofthose otherwise dependable out patterns. The running game is also solid,although occasionally a bit generous to the offense on up-the-middle runs. Thegame has more than 700 plays from actual team playbooks, and gives players theoption of designing their own.

Graphics are smooth and often spectacular. Watching your receiver make a leapingcatch over the middle with the safeties in pursuit is both as exciting and scaryas it should be. The graphics on the sidelines and in the stands are sacrificedin favor of better resolution and animations on the field. One thing is neverquite explained, though: why do so many skill-position players have beerbellies?

The title offers several game modes, including a tutorial mode, network play(with some lag time--the game doesn't support broadband adapters), and season,scrimmage, tourney, and legacy modes. Legacy is somewhat of a disappointment, asrecruiting players (one of the cornerstones of college ball) amounts to lookingat nondescript player ratings and choosing several athletes for visits. Even afew minor tweaks would have made recruiting more enjoyable, such as includingnames, pictures, quotes, stats... anything, really. But legacy mode does allowyou to choose redshirts, cut poor performers, and allocate skill points toplayers in spring ball.

The collegiate atmosphere, while definitely welcome in the game, is sadly thebiggest disappointment to die-hard college fans. Many college fight songs areincluded, but not all of them, which will aggravate fans whose rival teams haveto listen to Michigan's "The Victors" after every score. In addition, SegaSports wasn't able to secure a deal with the Bowl Championship Series, so no BCSbowls are included in the game (with the exception of the Rose Bowl, which hasalways marched to its own beat).

NCAA College Football 2K2 is still a good college football game, however,and that's great news for people who prefer college ball over pro ball. If youjust plain like football and don't care what level it's played, stick to the NFL2K series (especially if you already own NFL 2K1 or 2K2). Ifyou're a college football fanatic for whom every small detail has to be perfect,stick to watching it on TV. But if you just plain like college football and wantto play a good football video game with your favorite teams, NCAA CollegeFootball 2K2 fits the bill very well. --Rivers Janssen

Pros:

• Great passing and running engines
• Defensive AI makes you work for your yards, but lets you take advantage ofmistakes
• Graphics and gameplay are especially good for the first game in a series

• Doesn't include all the little things that make college football fun
• Legacy mode, particularly recruiting, is disappointing
• If we hear the announcers make their Brittany Spoons joke just one moretime...

Reviews (62)

An awesome college game for the Dreamcast sports nut.....
This is an awesome game folks.I have always, ALWAYS wanted a college football game for my video game systems.First it was NSES, then I got DC.

Gameplay is great.Passing is NOT a piece of cake like the NFL 2K, 2K1, 2K2 that DC makes, which is a plus.This is college, so you can expect 45-40 games a lot (especially if you are K-State against Rutgers!).The difficulty levels are really good too.I have had this game for a month now and I am still struggling on the middle level.It is also realistic in that the stronger teams in NCAA football like K-State, Oklahoma, Texas, Miami, Florida/Florida State are much better than say Rutgers, Kent State, Northern Illinois, etc.Their rosters are all better in skill and agility.

Yes, there are no names on the jerseys (that's why the review is 4/5), but hey...I figure that since the seniors are going to graduate on each team and you have to recruit new players, names is just too much.You don't NEED them.Would have been nice, but oh well.

Buy this game if it is under $20.00.Over that, it isn't worth that much.But then again, Dreamcast isn't worth much these days.For Dreamcast games, THIS IS A GOOD BUY!

The only college ball on Dreamcast
College football fans who owned a Dreamcast had to wait until the last days of the system's life for a college football game, and the results are mixed at best.Visual Concepts, developers behind the NFL 2K series and the excellent NHL 2K2, put NCAA 2K2 together and did a fantastic job visually, but all the excitement of the college ball atmosphere is missing.Graphically speaking these are some of the best graphics to ever grace the DC; the players move and react just like they're real life counterparts (except most players seem to have beer guts), and control wise the game is flawless.The announcers however seem a little behind the play, not to mention they can get rather repetitive as well.But what should have been the meat and bones of NCAA 2K2 is missing: no BCS bowls (except for the Rose Bowl), only a few school specific fight songs, and the legacy mode is disappointing.However, if you just want to get out of the NFL arena for a while and you own a Dreamcast, you can't go wrong with NCAA 2K2, but if you need your video game college ball exact from the get go, stick with EA Sports NCAA series.

ncaacollage football2k2
Ilove itdoanyabouthaveit.letmebuythegamefromyou,ILIKEPLAYER .

Good graphics but lacks longevity
This is a great game at the beginning with some killer graphics, but it lacks the gameplay in legacy mode that nfl 2k2 has, like trades and the NFL Draft. The recruiting mode totally sucks it's impossible to get good players.So if you have a lot of games and you just want to play this one every now and then with some multiplayer action then this game's for you.But if not you will probably lose interest soon as i have after 2 weeks.

a few big flaws, but overall a great game
This was the Dreamcast game that everyone couldn't wait to come out, including me. I just couldn't wait till Christmas when I finally got it. The first college football game for Dreamcast. The first thing that caught my eye was the amazing graphics. The grass/turf on the field looks so realistic, the players are a big improvement upon the NFL 2K1 graphics and the teams jersey's and helmets look much like the real ones in college. Also all 117 college football teams are included and the announcers provide great play-by-play except for some very corny jokes and comments. The gameplay is very good most of the time anyway. Soemtimes the game will slow down then the play will go 10 tiems as fast as it should. The game levels are whack. On walk on you can ebat teams 100+ to 0 while on Starter I normally win by a good 25+ points while on All American you normally lose by 1-20. The worst thing is the bad teams are good against good teams and the Legacy mode is [...]. I played a game earleir today, Florida State vs. Troy State. Florida State won 23-3, but Florida State's QB throws only 21-44 for 357 yards, 1 TD and.....5 Inetrceptions! IN the legacy mode the recruiting is terrible, you get a list of players and literally do a draft. ALso on create a player the players name won't show up during the season or in stats. Despite these flaws the game is great. Amazing graphics, nice announcing, great gameplay and a very good list of Bowls to be in and the Heisman Trophy are all in this game. Also the game is very cheap and if you like college football get this game. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

Xtreme Sports features six different extreme sports, likesnowboarding and skysurfing, in triple-event competition. There are 18multienvironment tracks set in five real-world locations, such as Mt.Kilimanjaro, Maui, and the Himalayas. Two players can compete head-to-headvia split screen. ... Read more

Reviews (5)

Great game!
If your tired of playing the traditional sporting games, then this game is for you. It's got a good variety of non-traditional games including bungee jumping, skysurfing, bmx, 4-wheel, and snow boarding. Play by yourself or with a friend. Great visual effects and good controls.

Awesome
I really thought this game would suck, I hadn't heard a good review on it. I went ahead and bought it because I got a good deal on it and I'll admit I hated it at first but after you play it for awhile and get used to the controls it is awesome. Is it challenging yes, will it become a cakewalk no. Anything can happen in this game your not going to learn the controls and totally dominate the game everytime. I love it it's well Awesome.

Ok but very little fun
I thoght this game is a dud. Most of the levels you can't come close to winning and other are a piece of cake. 3 stars is probably the best because the easy levels are sort of fun. I would highly recomend this game. If you think i'm lieing then you must think crazy. This game is not how good it looks like on the cover.

No good
Xtreme Sports is no good.I bought it and returned it 3 days later.Xtreme Sports is good for 5 min. of play.The snowboarding is awsome!!!!!!! ATV is cool!!! The Rest (boo!! boo!! boo!!).The game is setup like this: You can choose from 4 characters (which is terrible).The gameplay is like a triatholon.You choose a certain coarse and each coarse has a different order the sport goes in.For Example if you picked one of the tracks it will have Snowboarding, ATV, Speedgliding.You start off with the snowboarding then you run to the ATV then you run to the hangliding.The snowboarding is good because you can do awsome tricks and land them eaisily.The ATV is cool b/c you can also do tricks and it's fun how your speeding up and down a rocky road trying to get in first place.The hangliding is horrible it's so slow and all you do is try to get these ballons so you can go faster.Plus every time when it says pres AAAAAAAA to release you from the hangliding you never land in the right spot and you have to run all the way back to the finishing circle and you loose.When you start off with the game you can only play Snowboarding, ATV, Speedgliding, and Mountain Biking.They two player mode is bad b/c if one player dosen't reach the checkpoint in time to switch sports you have to GAME OVER and that'll probably be the case if you're playing with your friend who's never played before.Point is I thought this would be a tight game b/c of the theme of XTREME SPORTS but I fell into the trap, bought the game, and returned it.Even if you don't believe me I bet you'll get the game and you wont like it.

10
this game is so cool, I'd give it a ten but thers only 5. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

Based on Sega Bass Fishing, this sequel delivers the same arcade-style gameplay but adds a number of new features, including a robust selection of 100 lures, the ability to cast anywhere, enhanced real-time monitors, and more. What's striking about Sega Bass Fishing 2 is the leap it makes in terms of realism. The fish move with an elegant fluidity, while the water appears amazingly real. That's because this game's lakes are modeled after real-life ecology. You'll also notice that SBF2 is stocked with markedly smarter fish. To prepare you, Sega adds the AI Angler, a computerized master angler who dispenses bonus lures and fishing tips. ... Read more

Reviews (4)

retarted fish
this game is really stupid. The small fishes bite right away and the big fish... all they do is look at the bait. How realistic is that?

Hard but fun
Well this time around you actually have to fish.The fish are hard to find and when you do find them they just stare at your lure. I really like this one but I can't get mine to work with the fishing rod; it wont cast.It doesn't have a button on the rod to cast with, so I have to use the regular controller.I think I just got a bad game because the rod works fine with the original bass fishing game.Overall I recommend, but it does take time to catch that first fish.

Disappointing
I was really looking forward to this game as I love Bass Fishing 1.However, dispite the reviews I read, and the listing that stated 1 or 2 players could play the game, only 1 player is available.Also, I have Bass Fishing and Deep Sea Fishing and really enjoy them both, but they worked to make this one more difficult, and were successful.However, if you just want to have fun for ten minutes and catch a few fish, they have made it too hard.Yes, serious fisherman might enjoy this aspect, but one of the reasons I don't enjoy real fishing is that I don't like to spend hours just waiting for a bite.They could have had easy, medium and hard settings for the different desires of people.My advise is save the $ and just buy the original version.

Challenging, but fun
This game is alot more difficult than the first bass fishing.The bass are not stupid, especially the big ones.They follow your lure all the way to the boat, but don't bite.After a while, they will stop biting your lure, so you will have to change it.

The first game, felt like I was using 50lb test the way I was reeling up the bass.This game feels like you are using 4lb test.It is alot easier to cut your line.A 1 pound bass cut my line.Sharp teeth had nothing do with it either.

The action is slowed down alot, so it might not appeal to some people.It does make it feel more realistic and challenging.
The tournament mode is alot harder than the previous bass fishing.
You get to pick your own character and outfit.Each character has their strengths and weaknesses.Haven't been playing the game long enough to reveal hidden features if any.

Overall, a great fishing game. ... Read more

Editorial Review

One hundred years from now, a historian may categorize snowboarding's greatest achievementas its expansion of the English vocabulary. For its part, snowboarding has brought new meanings to thewords "indy," "mute," "method," and "melancholy." For those not attuned to the sport's phat lingo, theseare all terms for snowboarding maneuvers that generally refer to grabbing a particular part of the boardwhile airborne. Not a word of this terminology is overlooked in the first snowboarding game for theDreamcast. Also included are appropriately stylized characters, each with two outfits to choose from, andlicensed gear from real snowboarding companies Bonfire and Salomon.

Armed with a glossary in the form of a user manual, players will soon be able to talk the talk. But in thisgame, walking the walk, or rather pulling the tricks, requires quite a bit of controller dexterity. Luckily thegame is not based solely on snowboarding tricks, but also has a healthy dose of racing at its core. Whatmakes this game stand out is the length and detail of each downhill course. Jumping off the roof of sheepfarms, avoiding falling icicles, and catching the spotlight of a hovering helicopter are all in a day's play inRippin' Riders--and that's just the first track!

A unique two-player mode challenges players to shrink the opponent's split screen by outscoring him orher. Track graphics are up to snuff, but the players look a bit chunky. --Jeff Young

Pros:

• Outstanding course design with plenty of details and multiple checkpoints
• Groovy outfits and snowboards for each character

• Many of the tricks are difficult to execute
• You never see other racers on the course, except in multiplayer mode

Reviews (29)

Really Fun...Too Bad About Dreamcast....
This game was really fun.I myself love the Dreamcast system, too bad it didnt do too well.This game has definately been overshadowed by the "SSX" series for Playstation 2, which I admit is better, but this game was really fun.It has cool tracks, fun characters, and is overall a fun game to play.My favorite character is defiantely Bob the Rastafarian.This is a really fun and awesome game, with pretty good graphics. It's pretty easy to play also.Too bad this game and Dreamcast didn't do as well as they should have, but you can still get this game and Dreamcast at Amazon and other places.Check them out.

Fun for a while
Now that the Dreamcast has gone on permanent vacation, one of the things it will be remembered most for is it's awesome sports library.Rippin' Riders is not one of those games however, but it's clearly not a bad game either.UEP Systems, the developers behind the Cool Boarders series, seem to have been on a time budget to put this game together.Graphics are super smooth and look great, while the sound effects have very nice touches here and there, but control is a major issue.Not to mention now and then you'll run into a wall that came out of nowhere and it costs you valuable time to figure out what direction to go in when you get back up.Plus, after you unlock everything between hidden tracks to hidden characters and boards, there is really nothing else exciting to do in the game.All in all, Rippin' Riders isn't really a bad game, but the last time I checked it is the only pure snowboarding game for the Dreamcast, and that alone makes it worth checking out.

BOREING!!!!!!!!!!!
Boreing game, good graphics but cheesey cources, characters are civilians with weird clothes on, can beat the game in 5 minutes, super easy, I bought for [X]and would no let me return, DON'T WASTE YOUR $MONEY$ BUY SOMETHING ELSE!!! BE SMART!!!

Pretty good for people who love snowboarding
When I first rented the game I loved it almost as Sonic Adventure, a very good game, the only problem with it is you can't grind. Besides that, this is one of the best snow boarding games you can get. If you like pulling a Misty 900 Method in a Super Half Pipe than this is the game you will want for your dreamcast.

Cool new game!
This game has cool graphics and funky tricks.In some of the courses, they need more lighting.You can hardly see where you're going.When that happens, you run into walls and get stuck and not even a jump can get you going again.It's an okay game. ... Read more

Reviews (3)

BAD-BAD-BAD
This is the worst FISHING game I ran into-& I have all 4 fishing games-The best one to this DAY is SEGA MARINA FISHING

Better than you think and worth [...]
I'm not going to call this game a must buy but for the price its a pretty entertaining game. If you like catching fish in bunches this is not the game for you. This game is definitely a "simulation" game and is pretty difficult. Natsume should be credited for releasing this game given all the games being cancelled for Dreamcast. The scenary is quite stunning, although the underwater views are lacking. The fish are modeled very well. A total of 14 fishing holes can be attained but it will take you awhile. As I said, this is no arcade game. You will need patience, skill and some luck, just like the real thing. The lures look realistic in the underwater view and perform correctly. The sound is pretty tranquil but I'd turn off the music and stick with the nature sounds. I'm not sure there is much advantage using the fishing controller over the normal DC controller. I have the Sega fishing controller. Some reviews I have read state that is the only one that works properly with the game and that other fishing controller don't. In closing, I think this game is a good value. If you like a true fishing experince this game will fill that need. If you want to catch a fish on every cast you may want to skip this one.

Not to reel.
If you have ever played reel fishing on the PSX. This game is just a suped up version of that with new fishing areas. Not a very exciting game. ... Read more

Reviews (4)

easy
100M = 9.40 sec, Pole vault = 6.51 Javelin = 102.23.. the first day i recieved my copy... only using the standard controller. So unbelievably easy...

ESPN International Track & Field
The game is pretty easy.100m==> 9.78 Sec, weightlifting ==> 265 kg, javelin ==> 108.21 m, hammer throw ==> 99.03 m, 110m hurdles ==> 12.54 sec, long jump ==> 9.18 m, pole vault ==> 6.25 m, horizontal bar ==> 9.93, triple jump ==> 17.86 m, high jump ==> 6.45 m.Really easy, except for trap shooting.I have fun with this game.BTW, I only use Sega Dreamcast standard controllers.

well, at least field
crisp graphics and smooth gameplay make for a good and fun game without all the blood and violence we are so used to. this game definitely blows the lid off of Virtua Athlete 2K, and i havent played Sydney 2000 so I cant pass judgement on that one yet. a couple of the events are dynamite, but then you have the 100m sprint and 110m hurdles which are near impossible to even come in 6th without the use of a cheater controller.

in turn, this also makes it extremely difficult to unlock the hidden events, because of requirements needed in other events. I would reccomend this game to any fan of the original Track and Field title for Nintendo (great wasnt it) and any sports/olympic fan.

Events you find in this include: 100m dash, 110m hurdles, weightlifting, javelin, hammer throw, long jump, pole vault, horizontal bar, 100m freestyle, triple jump, vault, and trap shooting

a bronze medal
good graphics and player movements. some events like 100 meter dash,long jump and weight lifting are impossible to rank in. cool replays and a nice espn presentation. this game is very fun but many flaws make it a little short of the gold ... Read more

Editorial Review

When it comes to digital hoop action, there's no doubt thatNBA 2K sports the most luscious visuals ever seen in abasketball game. It's not the best-playing basketball game out there,as it does commit some serious fouls with its questionable artificialintelligence. But like NFL 2K before it, this is yet anothersports game that Dreamcast owners will want to show off to friends.

The clean graphics show some extremely well-detailed players,stadiums, fans, and even coaches. While the player animationsaren't quite smooth as glass (there are quite a few speed-ups andslowdowns), the players do move in a fairly realistic manner. When yousee the instant replay of your favorite power forward delivering amassive dunk, you'll cheer. To complement the visuals, Sega has addedplay-by-play and color commentary to document the on-screen action.While this does get a little repetitive, this feature ultimately addsto the atmosphere of realism.

NBA 2K shows some trouble with controls. This is most apparentin handling loose balls. You'll cringe as you occasionally watch longpasses sail out of the court, resulting in mindless turnovers. This isespecially painful to watch when the Dreamcast can't complete passesto computer-controlled players. These stupid turnovers can, will, anddo affect a game's final score--and have even caused a few games to berestarted in disgust. On the positive side, NBA 2K contains anew finesse-based method of hitting foul shots that requires that yousqueeze the control triggers in near perfect synch.

The create-a-player and coaching options make it relatively easy tolead your team from postseason TV watchers to championship ringowners.

While the 2000 season's prettiest basketball game offers more thanjust the most delicious eye candy, there is still a lingering feelingthat NBA 2K could've been much better with alittle more fine-tuning. At the very least, while NBA 2K is recommended, it isanticipated that the successor NBA 2K1 will offer even morebackboard-breaking fun. --Mark Brooks

Pros:

• Spectacular graphics that show plenty of detail
• Play-by-play and color commentary add to the fun
• Easy to play, but different from most console roundball games
• Foul shots are a highlight

• Graphics suffer from occasional slowdown for no apparent reason
• Controls could be stronger

Reviews (100)

Decent basketball game
i usually get nba live but when i bought 2k it changed the way i think about basketball games .the graphics are good and the gameplay is good .this was the game i chose when i first purchased mt dreamcast i got it after it was already sold out and now here i am writing a review

The Best Basketball Game Ever
My tittle says it all. Hands down, no comp., aint nothin' else coming close to the classis, the very first NBA 2K. The BEST sports graphics I've ever seen. This is a true story, no lie. Alright, I was playing NBA 2K on Dreamcast and my father walked past the room and saw only the TV screen and said to me, "There're still playing NBA games? I thought the season was over". It's crazy how technology drastically change, and that game was out over 4 years ago and nothing since has been even able to come close (except ofcourse the other NBA 2K's).NBA Live is just getting up to par with Live 2004. NBA 2K has surpass all other basketball video games and reached a whole new plateau. Not only the graphics are the best but the game play was too real. The moves were so detail. I can't say enough about the game. My Dreamcast is inop. because I think I played it to much but I would buy a whole new system just to play this game.It's a shame the whole Dreamcast system went out of business. I think people were runnin' with playstation just off name alone. If you ask me, If they would have made all games for playstation and Dreamcast, Playstation would have been the one out of business. Anyway, Three words to describe NBA 2K. OFF THE CHAIN!

dreamcast has the best sports games
I think the now defunct Sega Dream Cast has some of the best sports games out there (NFL 2K, Virtua Tennis, etc), and NBA 2K is no exception. The graphics and game play are great. I think this is the best basketball game I've come across.

NBA 2K Rocks
Nba 2k is the best 2000 basketball game available. it is very realalistic and the create player option is awsome. The graphics and controlls and great. Some bad things are the computer aminated teams [STINK] even on pro and all-star. Another bad thing is the bad passes. If you want a great 2000 basketball game this is the one to get!

AWESOME NBA GAME OF 99!
this is an awesome game of the 99! well its ABOUT TIME a system made a game for ALLEN IVERSON! who is FAR MORE better than KOBE BRYANT and with the stats to prove it! its just that Allen Iverson doesnt have a perfect team like kobe, as EVERYONE of kobe's team mates are better than the average nba player.

Anyways, this game has alley oops, great graphics [graphics are especially good in NBA games cuz it just looks weird when the graphics are bad in nba games, and also if you watch the sport on tv, you can tell who's who and find the better person faster without using direct pass!:) ] The rosters are accuarate, no FAKE rosters such as "roster 14" like the NBA LIVES series. all players are ACTUAL PLAYERS!

here are a FEW things you can do in NBA 2K

alley oops
direct pass
cross over
create own player
create own team

and also when u create a player you cant have him PERFECT, which i think is actually a GOOD thing so the game wont be too easy. and when you make your own team, the names are set for you allowing the announcer to say the name, which makes it less confusing [i was confused when me and my friend played NBA LIVE 98 on computer and both made custom teams]

hopefully a system will make a WNBA game soon though, cuz TINA THOMPSON is hott! :) ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

World Series Baseball 2K1 nearly ruined one of the most cherishedfranchises in sports gaming with its poor gameplay. For the 2K2 edition, Segaturned to Visual Concepts--the developers behind its excellent football,baseball, and hockey titles. The developers only had 10 months to work on thetitle, and while it's the best baseball game on the Dreamcast to date, it playslike a game that needs more work.

Thankfully, fielding is back in the game (fielding was automatic in 2K1).Unfortunately, the controls can be very tricky. Ground balls hit within areasonable range of the player often pass him. The only alternative is diving,which leads to spectacular shots of players diving over and past baseballs. Thebatting and pitching controls are simpler than in last year's version, but couldhave used more polishing. Hitting is way too arduous (in the video gamesense)--even after dozens of game hours, tracking pitches is far more difficult than inother games. Positives include sharp graphics and a plenitude of modes, such asexhibition, season, playoffs, home run derby, franchise, and online. This iscurrently the only baseball game on a console that supports Internet play,albeit with some lag and bug issues.

Problems aside, this is as good as baseball gets on this platform. If theDreamcast is your only system and you're itching for a baseball game, then don'thesitate to pick this one up. Gamers with other consoles should consider EASports's and Acclaim's baseball titles. --Raymond M. Padilla

Pros:

• The best baseball game on the Dreamcast
• Excellent graphics
• Internet play

• Gameplay could have used a few more months of tweaking
• AI is easily fooled
• Internet play can be buggy

Reviews (107)

Upgrade from 2K1, but still some work to do...
If you haven't looked at 2K1 yet let me save you some time, DON'T!!!We all know it stinks and all we Dreamcast gamers feel at least a little ashamed for SEGA.If you have looked at WSB2K1
here are the updates in this version.

PROS:

(1) Fielding!2K1 was almost massacred with ratings saying that "automatic fielding was so boring".I admit I was one of them.Well, here it is.This was sort of a problem for me as it sometimes a pro and con at the same time.One minute your player makes a stupid dive right over the ball, the next a diving catch or snag of a line drive 10 feet in the air. HOWEVER, this manual fielding isn't so bad as everybody says, although sometimes I wish that automatic fielding was an option.
(2) Graphics!WOW!If you gamers thought that 2K1 had some sweet microchips for graphics take a look at these.I'm talking about the view of stadiums here.I'll get to players' graphics a bit later...
(3) "Oh, the selection of modes..."!This pretty much sums up this section.You can choose from Quick Start, Season, Playoffs, and Franchise gameplay modes.There are also, of course, Options where you CAN create a player.
(4) STATS!If you play sports for none other than stats, get it on the spot.I love getting stats, and they show it all...(pitchers) ERA, I.P., Saves, W/L, and CG.(for batters) BA, HRs, Hits, RBIs, SLG%, SB, and Runs scored.Let me tell you, Mr. Ichiro Suzuki can sure rack up the stats in this game!

CONS

(don't be scared because I didn't put up enough pros up there!)
(1) Graphics...I told you I'd be back for player graphics!The players don't look anything like the real thing.Although you rarely get close enough, unless in replay, to see their faces, Ichiro Suzuki looks more like Ronald McDonald!And Cal Ripken Jr. (which is retired now, of course, but the game doesn't know that: another con!)
(2) Gameplay Realism...Have you ever seen Ichiro Suzuki throw a that little white ball before??I'm sure you've seen his April 8th, 2001 throw to David Bell to nail Terence Long of Oakland at third base??In this game Ichiro's throws are almost as good as mine!(No offense, Mr. Sultan of Swat!!)They just go up, up, up, etc., and then drop down perfectly to the base they are throwing to.Only 3 times (out of some 100 bil. throws) have I seen him throw a lazer beam, but only when he is standing perfectly still for about 2 seconds flat.
(3) Create Mode...Now, of course, like most of you gamers, I like being fair to the CPU and try to make a well balanced team and it seems when SEGA made this they wanted that, too.COME ON!
The trading won't let you trade for anyone else unless they have exactly the same ratin or you getting ripped off.You also can't trade more that I player at a time.If you want to get some superstar (I tried to trade for Scott Rolen to bring him to the Cardinals) you have to create a player literally a clone of a body-builder with 100% rating to get someone of that value!!Try trading for Ichiro now..!!!I also need to say that this clone will put a log-jam in the statistics with .400+ avg., 60+ HRs, 150+ RBIs, 100+ SBs, etc.!!Like I said if you are a statistics person like me, you have to hate that.
(4) Celebration...We all want to make our favorite team suped up for the postseason to go all the way, of course!Unlike you NBA, NHL, and NFL 2K, 2K1, 2K2 you will find a mean suprise at the end of the World Series. (assuming you got the guts to go all the way to the big dance!)NO CELEBRATION, TROPHY PRESENTATION, ANYTHING!!!!!The least WSB2K1 had was a little sendtence in the season mode say "Congratulations, you are the WORLD CHAMPS!".In this game, they all just trot off the field (even after a Game 7, walk-off grand slam by Cliff Floyd of Boston: of which I was getting hoarse from yelling) as if this was a preseason game, which they would celebrate anyway!Also, as the review below me states, when you hit a walk-off HR, the player does not get credit for it.Only for the RBIs and Runs.Also, what happened to MVP, Gold Glove, and Rookie of the year awards?!?!?!?!?

I could add more, but the reviews below me will probably fill the rest of you questions (and time) with useful answers.I hope this helps you, a fellow consumer, to be thrifty about spending money on video games....

The Best Baseball Game Out There
This has got to be the best baseball game on the market.The learning curve is not to steep and you will be hitting the ball with ease in no time.Base running,throwing and fielding are all excellent.
I just got through playing a complete season which took about 3 months playing it pretty regulary and made it to The World Series and won....the cpu is smart and depending on what skill level you have the game set on the cpu is a tough opponent.

Pitching in this game RULES!Curveballs,Sinkers,sliders,fastballs,Change-ups,forkballs and splitters.They're all here!

The players are so realistic it's like you are controlling real life players.Each player has their own unique body type,batting stance and swing.

Mark Mcguire looks and acts JUST like Mark Mcguire.All of the players are true to life.

If you own a Dreamcast or are thinking of buying one this game is a must in your Sports Collection.

Not the best, not the worst.
I had high hopes for this version of World Series Baseball after the disaster that was WSB2K1.This game is definitely a solid improvement, but it wasn't the grand slam that I was expecting.

PROS:

1. The stadia and fields are very realistic.

2. At first, I was concerned that there was no "spring training" or "batting practice" mode.Then I figured out that "rookie" mode is all about BP.

3. This game has the best create-a-player that I've ever seen.

4. Actual gameplay (controls and movements) is top-of-the-line.Better than any other baseball game I've seen to date.Once you master the reaction needed to field grounders (after changing infielders, if necessary) and position yourself for shagging fly balls, you're golden.I will agree with the other reviewer who mentioned that there seems to be at least one dropped fly ball per game, but in my case (thankfully), it usually happens to the CPU.

CONS:

1. No color commentary.There is a play-by-play announcer, and it is not very dynamic play-by-play--the announcer will repeat himself frequently.And if you score more than 100 runs in a game (yup, I have), he gets really confused.It's quite humorous.

2. Every single player has the same home run "trot" that involves pumping his fists in the air and landing defiantly on home plate.It's funny to see a player like Edgar Martinez--who shows very little emotion on the field in real-life--acting like he has never hit a home run before.

3. You can strike out anybody, anywhere, anytime by simply locating your pitch just beneath the strike zone.It doesn't matter what pitcher you are using.

4. There are lots of bugs.I won't repeat them since other reviewers have covered most of the, but one that is worth mentioning (and proves that I've played the heck out of this game) is that no player can have more than 127 homers in a season.Once you hit the 128th, the counter resets to -127 and counts back to zero.NICE.

5. I'm not sure why Sega even included the ability to "trade" in Franchise mode, because the CPU will reject any trade.I tried to trade Barry Bonds for Charles Gipson.Ixnay.Now THAT'S funny.

There are other issues, but these are the major pros and cons.I'm still waiting for a computer baseball game that truly blows me away but in the meantime, there is always the real thing.

Best baseball game on Dreamcast, but flawed
World Series Baseball 2K2 for the Sega Dreamcast is a very fun and exciting game despite having many flaws. After having a terrible game World Series Baseball 2K1 game I knew this one just had to better, but I was reluctant to get it because of the way 2K1 made me want to get rid of it (Which I did afte rplaying it 3 times). This game is probably one of the deepest baseball games out there now. It has a very, very deep franchise mode where you can manage your team through several seasons by signing free agents, making trades, drafting players and re-building your team if you are struggling or your star gets signed by a new team. Another great mode is the Home Run Derby which is the best Home Run Derby in a video game for a very long time.

This game has many flaws that make this game frustrating at some points though:
1) There is a bug that allows pitchers to get the save and win if the come in in the top of the 9th after you scored the go ahead run in the bottom of the eighth

2) If your player hits a walk-off homerun, he will not be credited with the homerun in his stats
3) In this game it seems like arule for there to e an error made in the game while trying to ctach a fly ball
4) All homerun celebrations are the same, no Sammy Sosa leap, no Barry Bonds flinging the bat and walking, just pumping of their fists in the air.
5) Your catcher always throws out the computer if they attempt to steal.
6) In franchise mode you can't do blockbuster trades with multiple players, you can only make straight-up trades

Due to these and many other glitches this game is challenging, but still very fun. I foyu want a great baseball game for your Dreamcast check this one out, it's definitely worth 20 bucks.

Many Inaccuracies, but Still Fun
Although I've found the gameplay much better than other baseball games, there are several things that are quite annoying about 2K2:
1)The reason the batting averages are so high is that anytime a runner is moved over, even on a groundout to the shortstop, it is considered a sacrifice.
2)Your catcher always throws out the computer's base stealer.
3)Pitchers hit far too many home runs.
4)It's useless to try to dive with an infielder, becuase if you miss the ball, the outfielder dives as well, so the computer will get a double or triple.
5)You can always move up on a flyball, because the computer will throw 2 bases ahead.This counts as a sacrifice fly, which also improves the batting average.
6)If you hit a "walk-off" homerun in the bottom of the ninth, the batter will not get credit in the statistics for either the hit or the home run.He'll only get credit for the RBI and run.
7)There's a glitch that allows a pitcher to get the win and the save.
8)Even though fielding is user-controlled, the computer intitially picks your fielder.Many times, it picks a fielder that is further away from the ball, and the one it should have selected will be running to cover the bag.This can make it tough to get some ground balls.
9)You can only do straight-up trades for a player of equal or lesser value.This really takes away from the franchise mode.
10)Your outfielders throw to the base, not a cutoff man.That means if the computer has a runner on 2nd and gets a base hit, you either have to concede the run and hold the batter at first, or try to throw the runner out at home and allow the batter to go to 2nd.The game doesn't allow you to select another fielder while the ball is in the air so that you can cut the ball off.

Because of all of these glitches, the game is definitley challenging.Because it's hard to "master," it's more fun, but some of these things are very basic that could have been avoided by using a little more care. ... Read more

Editorial Review

For those willing to take the bait, Sega Bass Fishing has an addictive gameplay hook that will reel in sporting enthusiasts and even a few hardcore gamers. This realistic 3-D bass fishing simulation shines with three distinct gaming modes, eight fishing environments, and 13 different lures.

Let's be honest here. Fishing simulation games aren't for everyone. Many hardcore gamers will likely bypass this title because they believe the genre lacks the instant gratification of fast-moving shooters. That's a shame. Though it might not be everyone's can of worms, Sega Bass Fishing does offer a subtle, highly addictive gaming experience that will challenge even the most seasoned of game veterans.

This isn't Quake, to be sure. But you'll need similar gaming smarts and strategies to succeed in this water-based sporting environment. It takes a skilled aim and a steady hand to hook and reel in the largest fish, which are surrounded by smaller, less desirable catches. There's nothing worse than casting your lure directly at a monster-sized bass only to have it intercepted by a meddlesome minnow. We encountered more than our share of near misses, which gives us virtual bragging rights to "the one that got away."

While some gamers will prefer the subtlety of free-form fishing sans time constraints, this game also features a fast-action arcade mode that requires the player to meet a minimum quota of catches before advancing to a new fishing environment. An optional Dreamcast fishing controller (sold separately) makes the task of catching these underwater critters all the easier. The controller, which also adds a realistic rumble when you catch a fish, is a highly recommended accessory for the ultimate home fishing experience. --Brett Atwood

Pros:

• Near-perfect translation from the hit arcade game
• Eight realistic 3-D fishing environments
• Three different game modes to choose from
• Great control with optional fishing controller (sold separately)

Cons:

• Game genre will not appeal to everyone

Features

• All new Dreamcast exclusive game modes
• Amazing AI = fish react realistically to changing conditions and lure types
• 8 unique fishing locations rendered in gorgeous 3D graphics
• 14 different lures - each with unique performance
• Compatible with Dreamcast fishing controller (sold separately) for the most lifelike experience possible

Reviews (36)

boring game
this game is very boring! is not even little bit of fun!the graphics are good. the game is a person on a boat and fishing! how boring is that! if you like fishing rent it first because the game could be boring to you too.

SEGA BASS FISHING (READ)
This game is fun for a not so serious gamer but I bought my game at BEST BUY for 99cents. This game is VERY EASY to beat but it is fun

A Fishing Video Game?!?!?
Wow would ever think that a fishing video game could be fun? Well Sega sure porved that it can with Sega Bass Fishing. This is the most realistic fishing sumilator to date and is extremely fun. You can play as either a man or a woman fisherman in a few different moddes including tounament which is extremely fun where you have 4 minutes in the morning, afternoon and night in 3 different spots to try and catch the most total weight of bass. You can choose from a large variety of lures and after you catch a certain amount of fish you can unlock new special lures. The realism when catching a bass is there. The smaller one's will put up a small struggle, but can be easily brought up to your boat, but the larger they get the harder they are to bring in and the more likely they are to snap your line. You can also use a fishing controller on your Dreamcast that makes this game so much more realistic. I highly recommend this game to fans of fishing. Hey, it's only 10 bucks.

This is a good game
I thought this has a lot of good graphics.It is fun to play with kids when they get the hang of it.It's so cool I could play it all day!

Great fun
I have never liked fishing, much prefer sitting on a boat and drinking a beer.Don't like to eat them, so why waste a few hours trying to catch them.Bought this game for my 4-year old and we both are addicted.It is great fun catching the fish and picking the lures to use.I recommend it for anyone who just wants to waste some time and have fun...it is not brain surgery, so if you want a challenge look elsewhere. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

NFL Blitz 2001 brings over-the-top pro-football action to your Sega Dreamcast. Train players in three minigames: First and Goal Frenzy, Quarterback Training, and Goal Line Stand. Create teams, players, and even plays from scratch. Enjoy new player models, attributes, and animations. NFL Blitz 2001's new features include new playbooks, updated stadiums, new in-game camera angles, and improved artificial intelligence. Play against the computer, or compete against other players in season mode. ... Read more

Reviews (10)

Football players with butter fingers = mass fustration
DO NOT buy NFL Blitz 2001 even if its on sale for a cent!

The game is the most fustrating game i've ever played. In what other game would your recievers fumble the ball when they are tackled mere inches from the End Zone (sometimes on a first down, sometimes when the game is on the line)? This happened to me at least 3 times in one game! Needless to say it resulted in 3 costly turnovers and I lost the game. The hardest part was the fact that the game was on the EASY level. I expect this kind of CHEAP play on the hardest setting but not on easy. The constant fumbling by players throughout the game is a SERIOUS TURN OFF especially for fans who just want to enjoy a good game. The random and FREQUENT fumbles made this game a worthless piece of junk.

The game is also flooded with too many loading screens that get really old really fast when you just want to get into the action. Very poorly designed, Midway. If you still have a bad taste in your mouth from NBA Hoopz then AVOID this game. The graphics are on the same level and the announcer is the same.

Do not waste your hard earned money on this poor game! Read the other reviews that warn of the fumbling problem and do not make the mistake I did!

PLAY OR RENT BEFORE YOU BUY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Save your money
if you think this game is quality then think again. this game has nothing more than the original blitz!you fumble the dang ball any time any one touches you! you get intercepted if you even pass the ball! the mini games are twice as bad as the actual game and the graphics are as bad as super nintendo! Don't even get me started about the game play. it is so horrible. You have to walk in the direction the reciever you want to pass to! How bogus is that!

DO NOT GET IT! SPEND THE MONEY ON SOMETHING
THAT'S WORTH THE AMOUNT YOU PAY!
(Which means not this game because this is worth $$$tops)

NFL Blitz 2001
I returned this item to you over 3 months ago and have not received confirmation of a credit to my account.I would like to have this taken care of.I returned the item using your return label.I would like to purchase more item but am not receiving customer service on this returned item.

I would expect that my credit card would have been credited the amount by now!PLEASE RESPOND.

Don't get it
All this game does is fumble.You touch the ball for 2 seconds, you get tapped, a fumble, don't get it

Great Game
This was a great game for you to play if you like to hurt people alot.You can fumble alot and also get picked off to but you can do the ame thing.Overall this is a great game to play and you will have alot of fun with your friends when you hit then and in the mini games.Don't let people influnce you not to buy it if you are leaning towards to buy it so go for it and get it. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

NBA Hoopz is strictly for the basketball fan who thinks the sport is all about spectacular dunks, lots of shoving, and little or no strategy. With the goofy gameplay and hyper-exaggerated NBA player renderings, b-ball purists probably will (and should) dismiss this as the dumbest of arcade games.

Hoopz is basically the latest generation of basketball games in the ultra-arcadey NBA Showtime or NBA Jam vein and has little in common with the more accurate NBA simulations out there. In most respects it plays slightly better than the older arcade-style titles, if only because Hoopz is a three-on-three game.

Most gamers will immediately notice the enlarged heads and huge biceps on even the lankiest of NBA players. Also, the fast-paced action basically centers on hurling the ball around the court as quickly as possible without any regard for complicated play calling. In fact, most ballers can easily jump 25 feet above the rim for ridiculous, death-defying dunks that, of course, deliver the ultimate in sports fantasy.

Unlike most of the 2001 season of "real" basketball games for the system, Hoopz stretches gameplay with a few mini games. Included are variants on 21, Around the World, Three-Point Contest, and even the old-school 2Ball that features two-on-two team play. There are also unlockable courts for you to find. You can also easily create your own players and cause havoc throughout the NBA with wild league trades and customizations.

While the courts and backgrounds are decently drawn, the player models are disappointingly blocky and fail to capitalize on the system's power. Hoopz gives players a backward walk and the give-and-go, among other moves, but the game's emphasis on shoving, steals, and strategy-defying action confounds these nuances. --Mark Brooks--This text refers to the PlayStation2 version of the game.

Pros:

• Very easy to play
• Mini games and unlockable courts
• Strictly for basketball neophytes

Cons:

• Cartoony player graphics are uninspired
• Little to no strategy required, which kills off longevity
• Possibly too silly for its own good

Reviews (6)

Why is there no minus feature to rate games like this
NBA Hoopz was the first game I played as I purchased my Dreamcast and I must say the excitement I felt for playing this game vanished after a few days. I am a MEGA HUGE NBA JAM FAN and I thought that this incarnitation on the series would be the bomb but it just bombed!! When Shaq or Karl Malone become 3 point threats late in the fourth then you know that the game is crap and DOES NOT FOLLOW STATS. Why put stats in the game if EVERYBODY can dunk and run up court dribbling the ball behind their back. NBA Hoopz is rediculious. This game has the poorest graphics of all incarnitarions to date even the SNES versions seem better than this crap! Players look terrible in game and worse in replay! The game is also missing the magic and fun of any other NBA Jam games, Midway has no excuse for producing this mess. The 3 on 3 was anice idea but POOORLY implemented as the 3rd player just becomes a useless object on the court. This game could have included some strategy to take advantage of the 3rd man but it does not! The sound and commentary are poor as the anouncer incorrectly calls a LOT of plays, he hails a block when it has obviously scored etc. If this is better than NBA Showtime then I am affraid to even look at that because I never thought that any NBA game could be this BAD. I MEAN BAD!!!!

Stick to NBA 2K2 which is MAD and leave this as a distant memory!

Almost as bad as NBA on NBC...
...which happens to have only 2on2 games and no mini games. But the gameplay of Hoopz is okay, being too easy to score. Plus, the graphics stink. The only fun things from the minigames is the 21 (rough house) and the 3 point shootout. In the gameplay, unrealistic dunk after dunk happens and makes the game boring. Plus they have customize an already playing plaer, which is just plain stupid. So don't get this or NBA on NBC. Get NBA 2k1 instead and enjoy REAL basketball!

Fun, but poor in quality
I usually don't participate in these things, but I felt so strongly in voicing my opinion.

I was excited when I was on my way home after I purchased NBA Hoopz for my Sega Dreamcast.I was a big fan of NBA Jam during my high school and college years, but I was quite disappointed once I began to play Hoopz.

Although Hoopz continues the Midway Sports tradition of no rules-parody sports, I was disappointed that they included foul limits (five per quarter) in this version. One of the best features of NBA Jam or NFL Blitz is that you can do anything to your opponent (shove, clothesline, drop-kick) and get away with it.

The audio for Hoopz often causes me to scratch my head.Why do I, as the home team, get booed from the home croud whenever I start getting a hot streak or if I foul an opposing player? I often find my home fans cheering for the other team.The announcers often yell 'rejected' or 'get that shot out of here' even though the ball goes in. I can't help but to laugh when I hear the announcers butcher Peja Stojakovic's last name or when he calls a play wrong.

The best thing about this game however, is the fact that it is the closest thing to a modern day NBA Jam.It's a faster paced game than the 'reality based' basketball games which keep me from getting bored. If the minor glitches can get fixed by the time NBA Hoopz 2K2 comes out, I'll be the first one in line to get it.

Hoopz
I've played it on psx and it rules can't wait to get it for my dreamcast

Hoopz
I've played it on psx and it rules can't wait to get it for my dreamcast ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

Visual Concepts created a huge stir with the original NFL 2K--thefirst football video game that actually looked like you were watching a game onTV. NFL 2K2, the third game in the series, still features themind-boggling graphics, stunning player animations, and great play modes of theoriginal. And, despite an often frustrating passing engine, it's still one ofthe best sports simulations around.

You can play as any NFL team in a variety of modes: practice, tourney,exhibition, season, playoffs, franchise, fantasy, tutorial, and network (againstup to seven other players nationwide). The franchise mode is again one of thegame's strengths, as it offers a variety of scouting and free agency options,letting you customize your roster as a general manager based on the statisticsand financial demands of actual players. Now you can learn what the WashingtonRedskins already know--the salary cap is a cruel mistress.

The player animations are again the star of the show. There are literally dozensof potential endings to any collision in NFL 2K2, from stumbling fiveyards after a shoestring tackle to spinning dizzily between two linebackers tosomersaulting through the air after stretching for a catch over the middle. Andalthough the tackles can be spectacular, the game doesn't betray its simulationroots by making them too extreme. These aren't torn from the comics pages, as insome games.

Sega Sports has talked up its new passing system quite a bit, and it is bothchallenging and intriguing--perfect for the hard-core simulation expert.Unfortunately, the rest of us are left struggling to complete 5 to 10 passes agame. Essentially, the game asks players to expertly anticipate routes and timethe receiver's catch. This is no easy task in a fast-moving game such as this,as receivers routinely drop wide-open passes on the rare occasions they do getopen, and you'll find your primary receiver blanketed by two or more defensivebacks on most plays. The passing engine isn't overwhelmingly flawed, but averagegamers will need some serious time to overcome the Ravens-like pass defensethey'll face early on.

The running game was the original NFL 2K's main weakness, and it remainsthe single biggest improvement over the evolution of the series. Sometimesrunning between the tackles in NFL 2K2 can be a tad too easy and runningoutside can be too challenging, but the game rewards players who see holesdevelop and are adept at cutbacks.

It's the small details, though, that make NFL 2K2 the sports simulationtriumph that it is. The commentary--although still prone to calling turnoversincorrectly--is first rate, the on-field player dialogue is highly entertaining,and even the stadium music and crowd chants add to the atmosphere rather thanannoy.

The game isn't necessarily worth an upgrade for people who already own NFL2K1, as the improvements aren't dramatic (unless updated rosters are yourmain concern). But for football fans who want one of the best-looking sportssimulations ever made--and who don't mind the initial frustration of lousyquarterback ratings--NFL 2K2 is a Hail Mary come true. --RiversJanssen

Pros:

• Unbelievable graphics, yet again
• Extremely responsive gameplay

• Gamers must have genuine football skills to complete a pass
• Improvements from NFL 2K1 are minimal

Reviews (72)

simply the best
this game is great i played it for hours the best football game you can play 5 star all the way its better than nfl 2k3 it is i bet you!

Fun but lots of room to improve
THE GOOD
Physics and control are almost perfect
The load times are kept to a bare minimum
Announcers are not annoying
The franchise mode
As fun as football gets

THE BAD
Stat tracking is very innaccurate (especially your punter)
Pro Bowl tracking isn't even close to accurate sometimes
It's either too easy or too hard, middle difficulty is still easy
DB's [bad] at picking off the ball and play the ball even if his back is facing to the play
Announcers repeat and contradict themselves constantly

I love this game and recommend this to anyone

NFL 2k2 FAQS/Comments
The main reason bought this game is for the online plau and the fantasy draft that you can play offline. The isnt hard offline enless you play with ALL PRO which isnt super hard just like the REAL NFL. Hell I can beat the Oakland Raiders with Cencenatti Bengals. For those of you think its impossible to catch and get away from the d-line then use the Vikings since they are the games mascot you can see Randy Moss on the front of the cover so if you play with the Vikings you ell basically hae to try you can throw to Cris Carter since this man has a excelent catch he never drops even when he ges tackled just right he stll holds onto the ball.

One my favorite things about this game is the ability to throw bullets or pop ups its your choice but pop ups are more likely to be intercepeted. Bullets are the best to avoid a defender also note if you try hail mary a bullet it will be pretty crooked far reach from the reciever. The best team to do hail marys is the Rams and Vikings since they have atleast one fast reciever and when there fast you just chuck that ball way out there like a 70 yard throw and you think you over throw to Randy Moss or Isacc Bruce but they smoke almost all dbs and wide open to make the catch if it isnt overthrown.

The graphice are amazin like NFL 2k1 all the same moves but require strategy since they canged the way they juke. Well in nfl2k1 you can just pull a juke move and most likely joke al the time with a group of deffender you can get away with this is what [made me mad] in NFl2k1. Now we have NFL2k2 and wel none of the Bullcrap no more since when you sped you recver or running back sows down to make the spins or break the tackle.

My most favorite thing is to to a Full NFL Fantasy Draft. i like to choose my players win by one witht he cpu alos taking a few of the good ones makes it challenging and in th eend you can see your stats for yu off and def then you start a fl seaon with the players you choosen the they keep track off eerything including who goes to the probowl.

The online play is great! The only thing is when you play with someone your connection affects the game in a way like when you throw the ball to a wide reciever he most likey drop it since the people online just tackle them before it happens I have done it too but when i do it offline its pass interfernce maybe this happens because of 56k modem since I have gotten way with that tackle the guy to make hiim drop trick. Well the online is pretty good if your isp is good has a ranking system and also keeps track of how many wins and losses you have.

I give NFL2k2 4 stars since the online play. I never like it when people quit when are about to get a win.

Don't see much of a difference...
...between this and 2k1 i mean. Im reviewing this quite late, Nov. of 2k2, but i just remembered. Just like nfl 2k1, this game is all that. The gameplay is simply amazing. But is it too easy to make a reception at times? Many plays to choose from and many to create. And though Michael Vick is benched, he's improved in it more than in 2k1. The stadiums are outstanding, especially Seattle's and Detroit's bright fields. One thing i don't really like is that every time you try to do a season, it's always the same schedule for all of the teams. That should change. I would reccommend 2k3 for all of the ps2, x-box, or gamecube owners out there even more than Madden. But this is an incredible game. One more thing: for anyone who reads this before Super Bowl xxxvii, go eagles!!!

"Is it Live, or NFL2K2?"
Wow! Graphics, lifelike, exciting, and unbelievable, only describe half of this game. Sega has done it better than before.
This game is so true to life, I could "feel" myself hitting the turf after a spectacular catch! The play selection could be a challenge if you are not sports savy. However, after a few plays, it gets easier. On a scale of 1 to 10, I would have to give it a 11!
J. Dixon,
Tuscaloosa, Al. ... Read more