![]() ![]() In fact, it almost adds to it in a slightly humourous way. This certainly isn’t a detriment to the overall feel of the game, though. Occasionally players will move in a way that seems physically impossible and no-look overhead catches while running away from the ball are commonplace. Childish Things boast an upgraded lighting and camera system, and that certainly makes a difference, but the on-field movement is simple even in relation to the rest of the game. If you’ve ever seen a graphic or diagram when watching a game of cricket, chances are that it’s in Cricket Captain 2016 among so many more you’ve never seen.įor the brief moments where you’ll see gameplay, it becomes clear where the money was spent. The layout of the interface does its best to steer you in the right direction for the most part. There are an almost endless array of graphs and statistical analysis aids to choose from which can make some of the menus feel a little bit like a maze, but once you find your way around you’ll realise that there’s so much information. ![]() The interface, the thing you’ll be spending 95% of your time looking at, is simple and easy to read. Cricket Captain 2016 isn’t flashy and it isn’t the prettiest girl at the ball, but it is practical and in a managerial game that’s really all you can ask for. In 2016 we all see a sports game and expect it to have the budget of a FIFA or a Madden title and that’s simply unrealistic. The menus can feel a little clumsy at times, but all-in-all the gameplay flows well and figuring out which combination of settings to use and how to use your players soon takes on its own form of exhilaration. You might think this sounds a bit boring, not seeing any actual footage of the game but again, that’s not what this game is about. We found ourselves turning it all off after a few hours, particularly when you start a five-day Test match. The game will show highlights when something interesting happens as you cycle through the overs and you can specify which events trigger footage. Control of the game is mainly made through a screen-wide interface and you won’t be seeing much of the actual action. From there, it’s on to the pitch for a spot of cricket. Once you’ve confirmed your roster you can set a training regime, either improving in-form players or helping the stragglers keep up in case of injury to your first team. You’ll soon figure out ways of luring the big name players to your team, but money management is key as the game and contracts can span long periods of time. Operate within your budget to get the best squad you can. You can terminate contracts, make offers, and extend contracts to players from all across the globe, and they’ll negotiate back at you. It can seem complicated on the face of it but if this is something that piques your interest, watching just a handful of cricket games should give you the information you need to at least make a start as a cricket manager. It’s best to go into this game with at least a bit of cricket knowledge. From gameday specifics like how and when to use bowlers and batsmen, how and where they bowl, how aggressive or defensive they should play, and so much more of the day-to-day preparation behind the scenes, there is always something to do in Cricket Captain 2016. This game is all about the behind the scenes action and don’t be fooled, there’s plenty of it.Ĭheck out our BeamNG.Drive early access review!īeginning by taking charge of a domestic team ( which you can now do in both New Zealand and South Africa thanks to roster and kit upgrades) you control the entire management of the team. If you’re looking for the exhilaration of smashing ball after ball into the crowd or bowling bouncers at unsuspecting batsmen from the player’s perspective, you should probably stop reading here. To keep things interesting there are also numerous achievements to work towards.In Cricket Captain 2016 you assume the role of the manager of your local cricket team. The simulation includes a full database of players each with a range of abilities which, as manager, you must tactically exploit to bring success to your chosen team. One-day matches and 20/20 experiences are both part of the game too. The updated 3D match engine provides some crisp and realistic graphics and animations which add to the feeling of realism. Included, and available to take control of, are 79 teams from 5 domestic leagues. In-depth Attention To Detail Across 5 Domestic LeaguesĪs a management simulation, Cricket Captain 2016 offers the attention to detail which one would expect from an in-depth sports game. This latest version is an updated and improved installment to the popular franchise that many proclaim as the best cricket management series of all time. Softonic review Take Full Control of Your Favourite Cricket TeamĬricket Captain 2016 is an in-depth management simulation that's purely focused within the world of cricket. ![]()
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