The Bigs 2 (Wii, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, PSP, PlayStation 2)
common sense media says
Fun, aggressive arcade version of pro baseball.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this is an arcade version of professional baseball involving a simpler style of play. The action is more outlandish compared to other baseball simulations, and at times, also more aggressive. For example, baserunners can slam into catchers to jar the ball loose and score a run. Players can also compete online, a feature Common Sense Media does not recommend to anyone under the age of 12.
Educational value:
Not applicable.
Positive role models:
Baseball players celebrate after each big play, sometimes in an obnoxious manner. They can also employ aggressive tactics, such as knocking down players.
Ease of play:
Pitching and hitting are simple. Two buttons control contact and power hits, while players hold and release one of four buttons to toss a pitch. Mastering the timing is tricky at first, but not too difficult. Tutorials at the start helps instruct players on controls. Certain moves, such as legendary catches that require a player to quickly press a series of buttons at the prompts, are tougher to pull off.
Violence:
Players sometimes have to act aggressively to score runs or notch outs. For example, during plays at home plate, players can slam an opponent to the ground. Players also get knocked down by hard-hit balls or hits by the pitcher.
Sex:
Not applicable.
Language:
The word "damn" is used once in a while.
Consumerism:
Ads for various companies such as Pepsi appear via billboards littered throughout stadiums.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking:
Not applicable.
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