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Frank Thomas Big Hurt Baseball is a sports game released in 1995 for the Game Boy platform. The game centers around baseball, allowing players to engage in both offensive and defensive gameplay with the primary objective of winning baseball matches by scoring more runs than the opponent.
The pace of the game is moderately fast, reflecting the turn-based nature of baseball where each player alternates between batting and fielding. One distinctive mechanic is the inclusion of real player statistics, particularly focusing on Frank Thomas, which influences the gameplay by affecting batting and pitching performance.
An unusual idea in this title is its attempt to bring a full baseball experience to the limited hardware of the Game Boy, including multiple modes such as exhibition games and a season mode. The game’s pixel art and simplified controls provide a unique charm, making it accessible while maintaining core baseball strategies.