Win the events and collect tons of items to customize your character's looks and abilities. Also, the more you play, the better your characters get, including longer drives or straighter shots. Finally with Wi-Fi capabilities, the competition is open to everyone. Anyone within your reach can join you in a head-to-head match or join in on real-time tournaments.  (less)

Pitching Intelligence (API) feature, catchers will call the game based on the individual strengths and weaknesses of each pitcher as well as analyze tendencies of batters. Gamers will now have the ability to either trust the pitches called by the catcher or shake them off. Online League Play offers customizable leagues with up to 30 teams, complete with full stat tracking, point benefits and rewards. The My Sliders feature allows users to create their perfect game settings and upload them to the MLB 07 The Show server for others to try out.  (less)

a return in NBA Live 10, with significant improvements that will allow you to connect your game to the NBA season like never before.  (less)

by game events that affect your created player. The game will fast forward to the next user-integrated event utilizing the fast forward feature which keeps you in the limelight from the first pitch to the last. Events will also occasionally trigger situational goals from coaches or managers coinciding with the event as you try to earn your spot on the roster. Feel what it's like to stand on the bump in a Major League game with the all-new, catcher-oriented, Pitch Calling System. For the first time in any baseball game, you can trust your catcher or shake him and announce yourself with authority. If you know your strengths and weaknesses better than your catcher, you could win a Cy Young. If not, you'll turn the diamond into a launching pad. The new Pitc...  (less)

player's perspective. Providing players with some additional performance incentives, the MLB franchise introduces the Progressive Batting Performance feature, which will both reward players for superior performance and penalize them for hitting slumps. Specific to each individual batter, players will be rewarded with slight contact bonuses, or punished with slight decreases in contact, based on how that batter performs beyond his "natural ability." MLB 08 THE SHOW introduces SCOUT (SportsConnect Online User Tracking), which allows you to set and store your game preferences on the MLB server, and enables the system to look for a Quick Match with opponents that fits similar competitive criteria. Exhibition Mode/Quick Game - Gamers can select their favorite team and ...  (less)

player's perspective. Providing players with some additional performance incentives, the MLB franchise introduces the Progressive Batting Performance feature, which will both reward players for superior performance and penalize them for hitting slumps. Specific to each individual batter, players will be rewarded with slight contact bonuses, or punished with slight decreases in contact, based on how that batter performs beyond his "natural ability." MLB 08 THE SHOW introduces SCOUT (SportsConnect Online User Tracking), which allows you to set and store your game preferences on the MLB server, and enables the system to look for a Quick Match with opponents that fits similar competitive criteria. Exhibition Mode/Quick Game - Gamers can select their favorite team and ...  (less)

level in order to make the play; all-new Release Point Pitching helps determine your ability to hit spots in the strike zone; a deeper Franchise Mode; and an all-new Career Mode where you call the shots. With returning gameplay favorites including EyeToy functionality and online playability through 989SportsOnline.com, MLB 2006 promises a true-to-life experience for every pitch, hit, catch and throw from the moment you step onto the diamond.  (less)

you the ultimate pitcher/batter showdown and determines your ability to hit or miss your spots in the zone as you master the confidence meter. Branch Point Technology lets you field the ball and pre-load a throw with seamless fielding transitions impacted by footwork and momentum making every play unique. MLB supports up to two players via wireless multiplayer connectivity. Compete again an Artificial Intelligence or go head-to-head with friends.  (less)

players will experience new challenges and storylines related to life in the league. In Vol. 3, NBA '08 focuses on Coach T.'s final season, the dynamic of team unity, and the journey to create a dynasty within the NBA. More than 60 different game scenarios are available in The Life, and players will have the opportunity to play each of the five starting positions, making The Life the most compelling addition to any NBA title to date. NBA '08 delivers all-new play-by-play commentary as well as improved artificial intelligence (A.I.), an updated user interface, and new on-court and crowd audio to enhance the overall gameplay experience. Returning features include the Smart Shot Indicator, to provide a visual gauge of defensive impact, and the Power Boa...  (less)