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released in 1988. It is the

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Gameplay

Like its predecessor, ''Bases Loaded II'' offers both a single-game mode and a single- player "pennant race" mode. In the "pennant race", a player must first achieve at least a 75-55 record during the regular season, then win a best-of-7 "

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or N.Y. depending whether you have chosen a team from the Eastern or Western league respectively. Though some characteristics remained the same between ''Bases Loaded'' and ''Bases Loaded II'' (e.g. the same fictitious 12-team league returns in this game, with new players. It is worth noting that all of the players on the

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team are named after famous politicians, while all of

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luminaries. In addition, one of Hawaii's pitchers is named Ho.), there are several noteworthy changes. One new feature was the " biorhythm" concept; players in the game had "biorhythms" that could be monitored to ensure optimal performance. ''Bases Loaded II'' had a little faster play action than the original game, and the point of view once a ball was hit into play was also different. In ''Bases Loaded'', the view was from behind home plate, whereas in ''Bases Loaded II'' the view was either from the first-base line if the home team was at bat, or from the third-base line if the visiting team was at bat. One big improvement over the original ''Bases Loaded'' included the ability to modify the starting lineup and batting order for the user controlled team, and clearly defined pitcher's roles which were outlined clearly in the detailed rosters included with the instructional manual. One other feature largely unique to this particular game was the concept of a mandatory called game via an unconventional "9-run rule". Also, like in

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, no game was allowed to last more than 12 innings.

Reception

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gave ''Bases Loaded II'' four out of five stars.

References

External links

* {{DEFAULTSORT:Bases Loaded 02 1988 video games Bases Loaded 2: Second Season Jaleco games Multiplayer and single-player video games Nintendo Entertainment System games Nintendo Entertainment System-only games Tose (company) games Video game sequels Video games developed in Japan