Microsoft unveils Inside Pitch

Microsoft has officially revealed Inside Pitch 2003 for the Xbox, its first entry in the console baseball market. The game will feature a number of different modes, including single game, season, playoff, and home run derby. In addition, Inside Pitch 2003 will feature a training track mode in which players can enhance the skills of their created players by having them participate in various training drills. There will also be a championship challenge option in which players can relive key events from the 2002 baseball season, like the 7-7 tie in the MLB All-Star game. As far as online support goes, Inside Pitch will feature online play and will track online statistics such as win-loss records and batting and pitching stats.

For more information, check out our Q&A with the game's program manager.