World Cricket

World Cricket brings the wonderfully peculiar rhythm of cricket to the computer, giving players a chance to discover that apparently standing around for ages can be a perfectly legitimate part of a sporting game. The emphasis is on batting, bowling and fielding, with timing and placement more important than frantic button mashing. Matches unfold at a deliberate pace, making this a game for anyone willing to learn its rules rather than simply swing at everything that moves. The presentation is straightforward, as you might expect from an early sports simulation, but the underlying idea is surprisingly involving. It captures some of cricket's tactical character without drowning the player in unnecessary complexity, provided you have the patience of a particularly determined umpire.