Major League Baseball 2K11 Now Available with $1 Million Perfect Game Challenge

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Major League Baseball 2K11, the latest installment in the popular MLB 2K series, is now available on multiple gaming platforms. Developed by 2K Sports' Visual Concepts studio, the game features a revamped fielding system, Total Control Pitching, and Dynamic Player Ratings, which mirror real-life player performances. The game also includes improved My Player and MLB Today modes, as well as brand new player models that provide authenticity like never before. To celebrate the game's release, 2K Sports is offering the $1 Million Perfect Game Challenge, where the first eligible person to pitch a verified perfect game in Major League Baseball 2K11 will win $1,000,000.

Key Takeaways:

  • Major League Baseball 2K11 is now available on Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Wii, PC-DVD, Nintendo DS, PlayStation 2, and PSP systems.
  • The game features a revamped fielding system, Total Control Pitching, and Dynamic Player Ratings.
  • Improved My Player and MLB Today modes are included in the game.
  • Brand new player models provide authenticity like never before.
  • The $1 Million Perfect Game Challenge will award $1,000,000 to the first eligible person to pitch a verified perfect game.
  • The challenge begins on Major League Baseball's Opening Day, April 1, 2011.
  • Wade McGilberry, a participant in the previous year's Perfect Game Challenge, stated that the competition is "real" and "life changing."
  • Phillies pitcher and cover athlete Roy Halladay said that the game's deep and realistic pitching mechanics make the $1,000,000 prize worthy of earning.

Statistics:

  • The game is available on seven different gaming platforms.
  • 20 pitchers in baseball history have accomplished a perfect game.
  • The $1,000,000 prize will be awarded to the first eligible person to pitch a perfect game.
  • The challenge will begin on April 1, 2011, and will be open to gamers for a month.
  • Roy Halladay stated that the game's deep and realistic pitching mechanics will make the winner deserving of the $1,000,000 prize.

Sources:

  • Computer Weekly News
  • 2K Sports
  • Major League Baseball