Nintendo 64 · 1999
Bass Masters 2000
A 1999 Nintendo 64 bass fishing title built around tournament lakes, TV-style presentation, and two-player casting.
- Publisher
- THQ
- Format
- Cartridge
- Genre
- fishing video game
- Released
- 1999
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Overview
Bass Masters 2000 places players on lakes from the Bassmaster Tournament Trail with boat navigation, tackle changes, and a map for finding fish. The game includes Exhibition, Tournament, and Speed Fishing modes plus a Create-an-Angler option for customizing a character and gear. It adds TV-style presentation, angler commentary, and an underwater Lure Cam view for a distinct presentation compared with other N64 fishing titles.
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Why it matters
The game shows how licensed sports media could shape late-N64 game design by borrowing broadcast-style framing and real tournament locations. It also represents a niche corner of the N64 library where fishing simulation met arcade-style multiplayer.
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The physical edition
A typical complete copy centers on the cartridge, printed manual, and retail box, with inserts or stickers varying by region and package run. Packaging details such as back-cover art, regional markings, and included paper items are separate from the game code itself.
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Playing it today
The game runs on standard Nintendo 64 hardware and supports up to two players. Rumble Pak, Expansion Pak, and Memory Pak support are listed in retail materials, so availability of those accessories affects the experience.