Bottom of the 9th '97 is the sequel to Konami's first baseball game for the PlayStation, 1996's Bottom of the 9th. New features include more stadiums (there are now 15 in total), multiple camera angles, day and night games, and a Scenario mode that places players in one of twenty game situations (such as coming from behind late in the game or pitching out of a bases-loaded jam).
Returning to the game are 750 MLBPA licensed players, polygonal graphics, and a cursor system for hitting and pitching. For those unfamiliar with this type of system, Bottom of the 9th '97 uses a rectangle which can be positioned anywhere over the plate.
Each batter will have an "X" in the center of the cursor, the size of which depends on the player's hitting ability from the 1996 season. The pitcher will then position a cursor somewhere over the plate as well, and the goal is to align the "X" with the "O" of the incoming pitch. Should the interface prove too difficult, a locked-on mode is available to make hitting easier.
Besides the Scenario mode, players can choose to begin a Season, practice their skills in Training mode, enter the Playoffs or go directly to the Championship. As in the original, the game does not include a Major League Baseball license for real teams and authentic logos, but season statistics can be saved to memory card.
Manufacturer's description:
ARE YOU READY FOR THE BIG LEAGUES?
The most realistic game of baseball gets juiced for '97!
NEW! 3-D graphics put you right on the diamond!
NEW! Multiple camera angles. Not a bad seat in the house!
NEW! Scenario mode. Put a spin on history with these classic baseball moments!
NEW! Play day or night games!
Over 750 real Major League Baseball Players. All the Stats, all the ratings, and all the photos!
Improved batting system lets you call the shots! "Suh-wigg, battah!"
Training mode. Sharpen your skills before you hit the field.
Play out a Season, jump to the Playoffs or head right to the Championship!
Full "Play-by-play" and umpire announcing.
THE KONAMI SPORTS SERIES DELIVERS THE HITS!
Features:
- Third person perspective.
- 3D graphics
- Cartoon graphics
- Baseball theme.
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