Engage in immersive cricket gameplay with extensive controls and realistic match simulation
Engage in immersive cricket gameplay with extensive controls and realistic match simulation
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Program license Free
Developer Eagames
Version 07
Works under Windows
Vote
(16,991 votes)
Developer
Eagames
Works under
Windows
Program license
Free
Version
07
Pros
- Choose domestic or international team
- Television broadcast focused play
- 35 stadium layouts
- Tons of tournaments available
- New broadcast and behind the batsman cameras
- The last release with all-real player names
Cons
- Player graphics
- Some features require upgrade
- EA no longer offers much technical support for the game
EA Sports Cricket is a competitive sports game for Cricket fans.
There are a couple of different versions of EA Sports Cricket; a 2005 release as well as the 2007 edition. EA has improved on their original release without losing the PC platform compatibility: Windows XP, Vista, and Windows 7.
In the latest version, full controls are currently available for PC players. Now players may pick which foot they use, shoot, direction, power and timing as well. Keyboard controls are more extensive; some basic ones are listed thus:
Ball hit direction = Arrow keys
Hit for Six = Shift+S
Defensive stroke = S
Forward stroke = S+D
Hit behind = W+D
Run = D
Run back = A
The latest EA Sports Cricket has added camera angles along with more realistic looking, brand-name equipment and features. Audio commentary provided by Mark Nicholas and Rich Benaud is akin to radio or television quality. All-around game play is similar in feel to other games in the EA Sports franchise. EA has made it world-relevant by allowing new, international teams and bonus squads. If home teams are more to the player's taste, domestic teams can be created and played against each other. International areas include England, New Zealand, India and South Africa.
Visually, EA Sports Cricket appears on the computer screen in a way which is reminiscent of watching a televised cricket match. Features include replay mode, which shows the full action of the segment the gamer wishes to view; field position editors with auto or manual fielding option; 35 stadium layouts (full version) for English cities; Melbourne, Cape Town, and Auckland.
Don't expect good graphics with EA Sports Cricket; however, the game remains true to the sport and its players in a way that is pleasing for fans and gamers. Three regional release covers for the full version are: Australia's cover shows Adam Gilchrist; England's cover shows Andrew Flintoff; New Zealand's cover shows Daniel Vettori. Players will find a multitude of game modes available. The three main modes are Exhibition, International, and Domestic. There is also a Net Training mode.
Exhibition mode offers international flair with the Cricket World Cup, World Series cricket, knockout tournaments, test series, and foreign tour. The Domestic cricket mode encompasses Australian state cricket, Pura Cup, Full Season, and ING Cup. Players can also find lots to play and compete in with English county cricket, which has games like Full season, Frizzell Championship, C&G Trophy, National League, and of course Twenty20 Cup.
The soundtrack offers music by artists Felix Laband, Joshu, Solamingus, Supertweeker, and Thievery Corporation.
Pros
- Choose domestic or international team
- Television broadcast focused play
- 35 stadium layouts
- Tons of tournaments available
- New broadcast and behind the batsman cameras
- The last release with all-real player names
Cons
- Player graphics
- Some features require upgrade
- EA no longer offers much technical support for the game
Pros
- Intense realism, such as equipment and movements
- Amazing camera shots
- Works with various Windows systems
Cons
- Lags while playing
- Keys can be confusing to use
This is the latest cricket game to play through EA Sports.
While the game doesn't have the best speed while playing and can be slow to download, the graphics are stunning and the game play itself is highly detailed. There are many additions to this version of the game. Your communication with the team is improved along with the handling of the ball. Coaching of the team is also improved, as you are better able to create plays for each team member.
One of the positive aspects of the game is that you have complete control over which foot is used in the game. There is better direction when it comes to kicking and where the ball ends up going, making it easier to score. The power and timing have improved, but there is still a lag while playing. Sometimes, the lag does affect how you play on the field. It can cause you to lose control of the ball and not be able to score, which can be frustrating when the overall score is close.
The keyboard controls are sometimes hard to grasp, but once you figure out which key makes the players move on the field, you can get used to the various other keys for special movements. If you combine enough moves together, then you'll see that there are a few advanced plays that you can perform.
The design of the players is of a better quality than other cricket games. The players look realistic, and they don't move like robots. There is fluidity in the movements with the arms and the legs. Mark Nicholas is one of the commentators, adding a playful spirit to the game while announcing the players and what takes place on the field.
Pros
- Intense realism, such as equipment and movements
- Amazing camera shots
- Works with various Windows systems
Cons
- Lags while playing
- Keys can be confusing to use
