The gameplay and visualizations were awesome. The game received positive reviews upon its release. Other than a 'full and comprehensive' stadium builder mode, it also has an enhanced character creation system that allows players to recreate their own local in-game cricket ground.
A new 'Be a Pro' option brought with it the opportunities to participate as an existing player through the career mode, and also the option to play through the entire team's career mode. Teams are also versatile throughout the career of the player rather than locked for the period to a single line-up other players will move around as they retire, experience injuries, a slump in shape, or be picked for higher cricket levels. An improved career mode sees players at the local level begin their cricket careers, playing for teams in their chosen area before winning domestic and international selection. It is the resumption of the predecessor in the 'Don Bradman Cricket' game series. As the title suggests, the gameplay of Don Bradman Cricket 17 is purely based on cricket.
