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"Major League Baseball Featuring Ken Griffey Jr." is a baseball video game that was released for the Nintendo 64 console in 1998. Developed by Angel Studios and published by Nintendo, the game features Ken Griffey Jr., one of the most celebrated baseball players of the era. The game offers various modes including exhibition, season, and home run derby, allowing players to experience different aspects of baseball from pitching and batting to fielding. Emphasizing accessibility combined with depth, it features a fast-paced gameplay style and intuitive controls, which target both casual fans and hardcore baseball enthusiasts.

Historically, the game is notable for its licensing agreement with Major League Baseball (MLB) which allows it to feature real teams and stadiums, enhancing the authenticity of the gaming experience. Additionally, "Major League Baseball Featuring Ken Griffey Jr." stands out due to its fluid animations and impressive graphics for the time, which utilized the Nintendo 64’s powerful hardware capabilities. The game was one of the few sports titles endorsed by a professional player at the time, and it leveraged Griffey’s popularity to attract a wide audience, making it a memorable and influential title in the sports gaming genre on the Nintendo 64.

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