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Frank Thomas' Big Hurt Baseball

Nintendo Super NES

Release Date: 1995

Sports - Baseball

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Description

"Frank Thomas' Big Hurt Baseball" is a baseball simulation video game released in 1995, named after the famed MLB player Frank Thomas, renowned for his powerful hitting prowess, which earned him the nickname "The Big Hurt." Developed by Iguana Entertainment and published by Acclaim, the game was available on multiple platforms including the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES). The game stands out for its attempt to realistically replicate the experience of Major League Baseball, influenced heavily by the sports arcade aesthetics of the mid-90s. Players could engage in full seasons, individual games, or even just practice sessions, with a choice to play as one of the MLB teams, stylized after real team capabilities and rosters from the era.

The gameplay in "Frank Thomas' Big Hurt Baseball" is notable for its depth in strategy and options available, such as varying pitch types, batting stances, and fielding techniques. This added a significant layer of skill and realism to its simulation. Graphically, the game utilized Mode 7 graphics for scaling and rotation effects, which were innovative for the time, offering a more dynamic view of the ball field. An attention to detail is also evident in the incorporation of player statistics and real ballpark dimensions that affect gameplay outcomes. Despite the limitations inherent to the SNES hardware, such as less fluid animations and lower resolution compared to its contemporary platforms, the game made a solid mark for offering one of the more immersive baseball experiences during the 16-bit console era.