Focus on 2D match view

IloveGilly · 8th March 2006, 09:19 PM

In the second indepth article on Cricket Coach we take a look at the 2D match view and engine.

In Cricket Coach the action is represented by little discs on the field - these move around realistically to demonstrate the outcome of each delivery from an overhead view. It is also very easy to see if the ball is in the air or not, perfect for witnessing those crucial dropped catches.

A wide range of tactical controls are available to you during a match. Whilst batting you can alter the batting order and choose how aggressively your batsmen should be playing. In addition, you can also opt to declare your innings early should you feel you have built up a good enough lead over the opposition.

When bowling, you can select one from a selection of 'bowl plans'. A new idea for cricket games, you can even create your own should the pre-defined ones not be suitable. Each bowl plan specifies the types of balls the bowler should be bowling whether it be inswinging yorkers or fast short pitched deliveries. You can also specify the field setting for each delivery. It's down to you whether you put an extra man in the slips to snatch that crucial catch, or do you elect to frustrate the opposition with another man out in the deep?

The 2D view is complimented with text commentary to further enhance the in -game experience. There are also a variety of sounds. You will be able to hear every edge, every appeal, every six in Cricket Coach. Sounds can of course be switched off, should they not be your cup of tea.

There are options to choose the level of highlights you wish to view. For example, you can opt to watch every ball of the match or just the wickets.

Overall the 2D match view enables you the player to really get into the matches you play, there is nothing quite like seeing the ball fly to the boundary to score the winning runs in a World Cup final.

Source: Cricketcoachgame.com

rickyp · 10th March 2006, 05:13 AM

looks good mate, well spotted

viral1991 · 10th March 2006, 06:27 AM

One thing that interests me is that we can watch celebrations too.

I wonder how we can see celebrations when players are in the form of dots.

IloveGilly · 10th March 2006, 06:54 AM

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Originally Posted by viral1991

One thing that interests me is that we can watch celebrations too.

I wonder how we can see celebrations when players are in the form of dots.

Haha, didn't think about that.
I find the idea of having little dots running around and all of them grouping up quite funny.

Ste · 10th March 2006, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by IloveGilly

Haha, didn't think about that.
I find the idea of having little dots running around and all of them grouping up quite funny.

That kind of happens when a goal is scored on the Football Manager games which has a simular 2D match view with dots.

MUFC1987 · 10th March 2006, 03:02 PM

I like the concept of this game and the screenshots look OK for a first try. It's leaning towards the CM/FM way of gaming, which is good.

Sureshot · 10th March 2006, 09:32 PM

Surprised they haven't started taking pre-orders yet with it only being 1 week off of release.

IloveGilly · 10th March 2006, 09:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Ste

That kind of happens when a goal is scored on the Football Manager games which has a simular 2D match view with dots.

I forgot they do that in Championship Manager, but that idea I didn't like too much.

RoboRocks · 10th March 2006, 09:45 PM

Looks fantasic,
Lots of options and realism.
Can't wait to release

kangle4 · 11th March 2006, 03:01 AM

i think this 2d view is way better than how the game looks in ICC.

even though it may not look as good u still see everything u need in a simpler layout and are provided with heaps more information and stats.

it also leaves the developers with more time to spend on other parts of the game.

Muhammad Saad · 11th March 2006, 08:36 AM

Yep it is better than ICC highlights
But i wont real 3d graphics ,just like LMA 2006 ,it is the best football managing game with 3d graphics

IloveGilly · 11th March 2006, 10:11 AM

The best thing about it is that you can watch what suits you. I ignore watching fours and only watch the wickets and sometimes chances in ICC.

Sureshot · 11th March 2006, 08:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Muhammad Saad

Yep it is better than ICC highlights
But i wont real 3d graphics ,just like LMA 2006 ,it is the best football managing game with 3d graphics

Maybe but FM is better, just because it's flashier doesn't mean it's better.

das_vicky · 11th March 2006, 09:09 PM

I wanna know 1 thing, does this game stresses more on team/players/self career management or management of players by a captain on field..

hassan · 11th March 2006, 11:19 PM

probably manager+captain...
i agree fm is better way better..
but i dont think the idea of having 2d dots in cricket would work

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8th March 2006, 09:19 PM	#1 (permalink)
IloveGilly News Team Member RECORD HOLDER AKA: Andrew Member Since: Jan 2006 Location: Australia, Sydney National Team: Australia! Domestic Team: NSW Speedblitz Blues!	Focus on 2D match view In the second indepth article on Cricket Coach we take a look at the 2D match view and engine. In Cricket Coach the action is represented by little discs on the field - these move around realistically to demonstrate the outcome of each delivery from an overhead view. It is also very easy to see if the ball is in the air or not, perfect for witnessing those crucial dropped catches. A wide range of tactical controls are available to you during a match. Whilst batting you can alter the batting order and choose how aggressively your batsmen should be playing. In addition, you can also opt to declare your innings early should you feel you have built up a good enough lead over the opposition. When bowling, you can select one from a selection of 'bowl plans'. A new idea for cricket games, you can even create your own should the pre-defined ones not be suitable. Each bowl plan specifies the types of balls the bowler should be bowling whether it be inswinging yorkers or fast short pitched deliveries. You can also specify the field setting for each delivery. It's down to you whether you put an extra man in the slips to snatch that crucial catch, or do you elect to frustrate the opposition with another man out in the deep? The 2D view is complimented with text commentary to further enhance the in -game experience. There are also a variety of sounds. You will be able to hear every edge, every appeal, every six in Cricket Coach. Sounds can of course be switched off, should they not be your cup of tea. There are options to choose the level of highlights you wish to view. For example, you can opt to watch every ball of the match or just the wickets. Overall the 2D match view enables you the player to really get into the matches you play, there is nothing quite like seeing the ball fly to the boundary to score the winning runs in a World Cup final. Source: Cricketcoachgame.com Last edited by IloveGilly; 9th March 2006 at 05:48 AM.

10th March 2006, 09:32 PM	#7 (permalink)
Sureshot Staff Member Member Since: Feb 2005 Location: West Sussex National Team: England Domestic Team: Sussex CCC, Nottingham Forest.	Surprised they haven't started taking pre-orders yet with it only being 1 week off of release. __________________ Ellipsis' are not commas!

10th March 2006, 09:45 PM	#9 (permalink)
RoboRocks Staff Member AKA: Rob Member Since: Mar 2005 Location: Redditch, England National Team: England Domestic Team: Worcstershire Royals	Looks fantasic, Lots of options and realism. Can't wait to release __________________

11th March 2006, 09:09 PM	#14 (permalink)
das_vicky International Cricketer Member Since: Apr 2004 Location: Orissa National Team: India Domestic Team: PLANETCRICKET ROckeRS,,Lancashire Lightinings	I wanna know 1 thing, does this game stresses more on team/players/self career management or management of players by a captain on field.. __________________ Rugogeas Games Private Limited

10th March 2006, 05:13 AM	#2 (permalink)
rickyp National Board President AKA: Mark Member Since: Mar 2005 Location: Melbourne, Australia National Team: Australia Domestic Team: Victoria	looks good mate, well spotted

10th March 2006, 06:27 AM	#3 (permalink)
viral1991 National Board President AKA: Viral Member Since: Apr 2004 Location: Mumbai, India National Team: India Domestic Team: Indian Warriors, Royal Ramblers, Vatican Victors	One thing that interests me is that we can watch celebrations too. I wonder how we can see celebrations when players are in the form of dots.

10th March 2006, 03:02 PM	#6 (permalink)
MUFC1987 International Coach Member Since: Sep 2005 National Team: England Domestic Team: Somerset	I like the concept of this game and the screenshots look OK for a first try. It's leaning towards the CM/FM way of gaming, which is good.

11th March 2006, 03:01 AM	#10 (permalink)
kangle4 School Boy Cricketer Member Since: Oct 2005 Location: Carrum Downs, VIC, Australia National Team: Australia Domestic Team: Victoria	i think this 2d view is way better than how the game looks in ICC. even though it may not look as good u still see everything u need in a simpler layout and are provided with heaps more information and stats. it also leaves the developers with more time to spend on other parts of the game.

11th March 2006, 08:36 AM	#11 (permalink)
Muhammad Saad Banned Member Since: Nov 2005 Location: I think it is earth? National Team: Pakistan Domestic Team: Karachi	Yep it is better than ICC highlights But i wont real 3d graphics ,just like LMA 2006 ,it is the best football managing game with 3d graphics

11th March 2006, 10:11 AM	#12 (permalink)
IloveGilly News Team Member RECORD HOLDER AKA: Andrew Member Since: Jan 2006 Location: Australia, Sydney National Team: Australia! Domestic Team: NSW Speedblitz Blues!	The best thing about it is that you can watch what suits you. I ignore watching fours and only watch the wickets and sometimes chances in ICC.

11th March 2006, 11:19 PM	#15 (permalink)
hassan Chairman of Selectors AKA: Fab Fabregas Member Since: Oct 2003 Location: Somerset, England National Team: Pakistan Domestic Team: Arsenal FC , AC Milan & Cricket Crusaders CC	probably manager+captain... i agree fm is better way better.. but i dont think the idea of having 2d dots in cricket would work __________________

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