World Series Baseball (SEGA Genesis, 1994) wasn’t just another baseball game — it was Sega Sports walking into the locker room and saying, “Alright, let’s do this properly.” This was *the* baseball sim that raised the bar in the 16-bit era, complete with real MLB teams, actual player names, and a presentation that felt more ESPN than elementary school recess.

Developed by BlueSky Software, this game came out swinging with features that were way ahead of its time. Player stats? Check. Play-by-play commentary (well, sort of)? Yep. A camera that actually followed the ball instead of faking it with a cutscene? You bet. This wasn’t just arcade baseball — it was simulation with a Sega twist.

1. Official MLB License: Real teams and real players — because nothing says ’90s baseball like Ken Griffey Jr. and mullets galore.
2. Dynamic Camera Angles: The behind-the-pitcher view changed the game and set the standard for every baseball sim after.
3. Complete Season Mode: Play through the entire season, track stats, and chase that pennant like it’s 1994 all over again.
4. Solid Gameplay Mechanics: Pitch placement, defensive strategy, and actual batting physics — not just button-mashing nonsense.
5. Genesis Sports Staple: If you had a sports collection on Sega, this was your MVP — period.

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