Atari 2600 · 1988
Pete Rose Pennant Fever
A 1988 Atari 2600 baseball game tied to Pete Rose's name, often also known as Pete Rose Baseball.
- Publisher
- Publisher to verify
- Format
- Cartridge
- Genre
- sports video game
- Released
- 1988
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Overview
The game presents baseball from multiple viewpoints, including a behind-the-pitcher camera and field views that follow the ball. It supports one- or two-player play, exhibition games, and a season-oriented mode with basic team management. The cartridge is commonly cataloged under both this title and Pete Rose Baseball, so references may differ by source.
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Why it matters
It is an example of the Atari 2600's late-cycle sports catalog and of third-party baseball efforts during the console's later years. Its licensed connection to Pete Rose makes it a recognizable piece of 1980s baseball media.
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The physical edition
A typical complete copy generally includes the game cartridge, a cardboard box with front and back artwork, and a paper manual, though exact contents can vary by edition. Packaging details should be confirmed against the specific copy being sold or collected.
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Playing it today
On original hardware, use a digital joystick and expect the simple 1988-era presentation typical of Atari 2600 sports titles. For low-friction play, an emulator with a verified ROM is a practical option, but confirm you are using legal ROM sources.