Has anyone tried playing MLB09...???
Here is a game that is so stat driven really, those yanks love their stats and the different scenarios that can eventuate in a game. I think it is proof that if a developer puts in the effort and time and money then the end result is excellent...
Cricket has been a poor cousin to all the other sports games and as such now needs someone to take REAL control and develop a game that cricket lovers want to play. Not always hoping that the "NON" cricket lovers might try it.
Let me tell you they won't because unless you understand the rules, the intricacies the fundamentals of a sport where will you find the enjoyment?
Its time to create a game of cricket, for cricket lovers, players, etc and not always catering for the lowest common denominator. Why, so you can try and make a bit of extra cash.
The fault with that sort of thinking is that you then alienate the very group you should be totally focused on. The cricket / er / lover. Lets hope all of the interviews and discussions that Codies have shown us are actually implemented in this game and not like most of the previous versions, end up being MUCH, much less then they claimed they would be...