MLB 15 The Show Video - Diamondbacks vs. Nationals, Dodgers vs. Padres & RTTS

[redsox4evur]

Quote: Originally Posted by A_Quiet_Pro

Well, if TNT did baseball, maybe that'd work.

TNT is owned by Turner Broadcasting System. Who also happens to own TBS, which does show baseball games on Sunday afternoon. So they could go that route.

[artgamer72]

Quote: Originally Posted by mynutees

Typical internet forums. Nickpicking the worst things (intro music, terminology used to describe ai logic, players running across the mound, etc..) Instead of thinking about how a video game has embraced the nuances of the game and quite literally made something pretty fantastic. Small things: the ease of shifts, seeing pitch counts, new pitch indicator, dynamic lighting, realistic skin tones, improved stadiums and backgrounds, new hit direction camera, coach challenges, new radio, trade logic, trade finder, etc etc etc Seriously people. This world of immediate gratification and entitlement is creeping into video games now? How about you load up NHL 15 and realize how god-awful that sports game is, and then come back and play this excellently supported and developed game and remind yourself that you are playing something for fun, not for perfection. I thought mlb 14 was rushed and it showed. It is VERY clear that they have had more time to work on this game. Is it perfect? Does it simulate being IN the ballpark? No, of course not. Does it look fun? Is there care and love put into the game? Do the developers listen to feedback? YES. Stop complaining for the sake of complaining. Enjoy it or don't. Voice your opinion if you want. Just know that if you do voice your opinion, you are contributing to being a llama. /rant

MLB 14 was rushed? Did that game not come out in May (3 months LATE), or am I thinking of another product. I do believe the purpose of OS is to allow members to voice their opinions about sports games, 'as long as' those opinions aren't expressed in an attacking manner. I'm not sure who were referring to, but the comments I've seen don't seem to be coming from folks who are complaining just to be complaining. They seem to me to be voicing their concerns and disappointments. As long as they aren't attacking anyone, please let them be. Silence does no one any good.

[Jimmydm90]

Quote: Originally Posted by mynutees

Typical internet forums. Nickpicking the worst things (intro music, terminology used to describe ai logic, players running across the mound, etc..) Instead of thinking about how a video game has embraced the nuances of the game and quite literally made something pretty fantastic. Small things: the ease of shifts, seeing pitch counts, new pitch indicator, dynamic lighting, realistic skin tones, improved stadiums and backgrounds, new hit direction camera, coach challenges, new radio, trade logic, trade finder, etc etc etc Seriously people. This world of immediate gratification and entitlement is creeping into video games now? How about you load up NHL 15 and realize how god-awful that sports game is, and then come back and play this excellently supported and developed game and remind yourself that you are playing something for fun, not for perfection. I thought mlb 14 was rushed and it showed. It is VERY clear that they have had more time to work on this game. Is it perfect? Does it simulate being IN the ballpark? No, of course not. Does it look fun? Is there care and love put into the game? Do the developers listen to feedback? YES. Stop complaining for the sake of complaining. Enjoy it or don't. Voice your opinion if you want. Just know that if you do voice your opinion, you are contributing to being a llama. /rant

People voicing their opinions about games is what the site is all about. SCEA openly welcomes feedback from the community. (Ex. Community Day, wish list threads, stadium info threads, player celebration threads, etc.) Plus all of the "complaining" you can't stand. The truth is that fan opinions and observations have helped improve the game greatly over the years where as, ironically, statements like yours add next to nothing to the conversation.

Nitpicking "nitpickers" is utterly unproductive and I should know, I'm doing it right now.

[Llama sound]

[Tyrant8RDFL]

Looking at the video just solidified my decision to stay with MLB 14 for another year. Im not upset at what I saw. Just that The show is such a solid product I just feel there isn't much that they can do to improve a great product.

I'm very satisfied with how 14 plays, so ill just get a roster update and stay with that.

[echotripper76]

You may not have noticed, but the mis-read outfield play you are referencing
at that point in the video is USER controlled and not an example of the AI Ramone is referencing.

Also, when Ramone states that the interviewer discovered another new feature, he was making note of there being less of the suction effect that used to happen as the player nears the catch location, meaning the player/user is more in control and less assistance is given than in games past.

Quote: Originally Posted by Boilerbuzz

Hold up... Did he just say, "we have a new feature called Advanced AI Logic"? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6oklCvqo0pQ&t=704 Um... This is a feature? This is "new"? What was it before? "Rudimentary AI Logic", patent pending? Why not call it, "Really Good CPU Brainness"? Or "Liquid AI"? Just... I don't know what to say. And what's REALLY funny is what happens JUST as he's saying it. I don't know about, but if that's the product of said feature, seems kinda busted to me. But that's just me. Looking at that part, he could have called it "Advanced Artificial Stupidity", patent pending...

[piffbernd]

I think for RTTS players MLB 15 is only a minor upgrade. The only thing what they changed is licensed equipment and year to year save. I don't know are I buying MLB 15 or staying with MLB 14.

[HustlinOwl]

Quote: Originally Posted by piffbernd

I think for RTTS players MLB 15 is only a minor upgrade. The only thing what they changed is licensed equipment and year to year save. I don't know are I buying MLB 15 or staying with MLB 14.

Very minor, smh

MLB 15 The Show Fact Sheet

Year-to-Year Saves
(PS4, PS3, VITA)
Users who purchased MLB 14 The Show will be able to continue their Franchise and Road to the Show progress in MLB 15 The Show with the Year-to-Year Saves feature. Saves between the two releases will be forward-compatible, meaning you don’t have to worry about starting your Franchise or Road to The Show seasons over!


Gameplay Improvements
(PS4 & PS3 Only)

• Advanced AI logic results in outfielders taking more realistic routes to the ball
• Upgraded motion system allows for dynamic speed matching from run to catch to throw
• User controlled cut offs
• All new slide and tag system
• New speed paradigm for fielders and base runners
• Enhanced ball physics for pop ups, fly balls, and shots into the gap
• Dynamic pitch breaks: Allows for more realistic pitch recognition when batting
• Simplified Analog swing controls
• Dynamic Difficulty 2.0
• New situational base covering intelligence allows for new animations to play when a player has time or is in a hurry to get to his base.
• More than 70 new situational third out fielding animations
• New Input Type option for hitting
• We’ve separated swing input as a separate option

Licensed Equipment
(PS4 & PS3 Only)
For the first time ever MLB The Show will include licensed equipment from some of the most recognizable brands in baseball. Earn as you play to enhance your RTTS or Diamond Dynasty players and partner with iconic brands by bringing sponsorships to your Franchise team! (Equipment on PS3 version is not seen during gameplay.)


Universal Rewards
(PS4 & PS3 Only)
In the last couple years we added the Universal Profile, which tracks your playstyle tendencies and passively rewards you with XP and Stubs while you play. This year, in addition to XP and Stubs, you will earn new Items usable throughout different game modes:

• Virtual Baseball cards to be collected and easily assembled into a competitive Diamond Dynasty team
• Licensed Bats, Gloves, Batting Gloves, and Cleats that enhance your Road to the Show or Diamond Dynasty player’s ability
• Brand Sponsorships for your Franchise team that spice up your in-game interface and earn your team some extra income
• Collect entire teams to unlock iconic MLB alumni players from each MLB team

Graphical Improvements
(PS4 Only)

• Real-time seasonal sun and shadows
• Player Skin tone realism. More variations of skin tones with gloss and specular improvements
• Revamped Night lighting
• More accurate and photorealistic rendering system
• PS4 gets 10 more Minor League stadiums

Directional Hitting Interface
(PS3, PS4, VITA)
Featured for the first time in MLB 15 The Show is the new Directional Hitting interface, which allows you to influence the direction of your hits in real-time while you swing. Using the L-Stick, you can attempt to influence fly balls, ground balls, pushed hits, pulled hits, or any of those in combination. The most success will be had by swinging at pitches that are conducive to the hit direction you are aiming for. Outside pitches are better for hitting to the opposite field, while inside pitches are best for pulling. If no direction is pressed with the L-Stick, it’s just like using the old Timing Hitting interface. Like never before, Directional Hitting allows you to play into each hitter’s strengths and utilize the strategies of proper situational hitting.


Franchise Mode Refresh
(PS4, PS3, VITA)
With the addition of General Manager Contracts, you now have to consider Ownership Expectations when running your team, and your performance will determine the job offers that come your way. Building a championship-caliber team is more fun and dynamic than ever before, with the new Performance-based Player Progression, as well as much improved Trade and Contract logic. Partner up with Brand Sponsors, giving your broadcast elements an official sponsor and earn some extra dough to spend on your team.


Players and teams get Personality: Aesthetics and Emotion
(PS4 & PS3 Only)
Players on the field get improvements to show their individuality. (Necklaces, Tilted caps, etc..) Real-time situational/emotional AI scenes (dugouts, crowd, etc..) have also been added, and more Team and Player celebrations.


“Inside The Show” News Suite
(PS4, partial PS3)
Franchise, RTTS, and Season modes all feature a new suite of features centered on providing news updates from around the league. Inside The Show is a new radio broadcast that will be heard at the beginning of each new day and will discuss recent scores, notable performances, team news, milestones, records, standings, and more.


Diamond Dynasty Distilled
(PS4 & PS3 Only)
Diamond Dynasty is melted down to its core. Now driven by just a handful of systems, it is much more accessible and less daunting to manage. Driven heavily by a new collection based management system, everyone is building a Diamond Dynasty team just by playing any mode in MLB The Show.


New Slide Step System
(PS4 & PS3 Only)
Perform a slide step while pitching to combat pitchers with a slow delivery to the plate, or runners who consistently get great jumps. This “game within a game” creates a risk/reward factor when performing a slide step. The pitcher will now have less control and slightly less velocity when a slide step is executed, but will be quicker to the plate. As a runner, you now have to worry about your opponent using a slide step when you are attempting a steal.


Legends
(PS4, PS3, VITA)
We partnered with the MLB Player’s Alumni Association to make a total of 30 Legends playable in MLB 15 The Show. Collect an entire MLB team, and you’ll unlock an iconic alumni player from that team. There’s one from each team, and though you’ll have to find or unlock the card to slot them into your Dynasty squad, you can simply opt in to utilizing the whole pool of Legends in your Franchise mode.


Presentation Improvements
(PS4)

• Dynamic stat based presentations
• Split screen functionality
• Real-time situational/emotional AI scenes (dugouts, crowd, etc.)
• All-new Jumbotron movies
• More Team and Player celebrations

Play-by-Play, Commentary, and PA Improvements
(PS3 & PS4 Only)

• Improved strike zone accuracy with new pitch locations for on-the-black calls and borderline balls & strikes
• Improved hit call accuracy through new field zone locations and deeper parameter logic
• Improved runner rounding base and runner scoring content for more exciting big-play calls
• Improved deep fly ball logic that allows more diverse calls on potential home runs, and prevents the user from hearing calls that give away the play result before it occurs
• Improved foul ball logic to allow for open-ended play-by-play on playable or nearly playable balls, prevents user from hearing calls that give away the result
• New batter introductions and pitch result content for the new skip batter walkup system (speeds up gameplay, tightens play-by-play)
• New system for handling safe result calls that includes proper acknowledgement of the runner’s slide type
• New conversations with color commentary that remember and discuss the team’s recent record
• New conversations with color commentary that highlight the impact of important double plays
• New PA batter introductions and content for the new Home Run Derby format
• New batter introductions that call out the three part stat line for Average, Home Runs, and RBI’s on the year
• New create-a-player first and last names
• New play by play and color commentary content for the manager challenge system
• Over 1,700 new lines of play-by-play content
• Over 1,400 new lines of color commentary

Instant Replay Challenge System
(PS4 & PS3 Only)
The MLB’s Instant Replay protocols are now in The Show. Certain plays give users an opportunity to challenge the outcome of a close play.


New Home Run Derby Format
(PS4, partial PS3)
Aligning Major League Baseball’s new Home Run Derby rules and progression


The Best Gets Better! MLB 15 The Show included 31 more enhancements, new features and improvements!

1. More than 90 new personal batting stances
2. More than 120 batting stance re-captures
3. More than 50 new personal pitching motions
4. More than 120 pitching motion re-captures
5. More than 45 new signature HR swings
6. More than 900 new presentation animations
7. More than 700 new gameplay animations
8. Editable Contracts (Franchise mode)
9. Player contract interest improved (based on MLB service time) (Franchise mode)
10. Player salary guide (Franchise mode)
11. GM History records (Franchise mode)
12. Trade Finder (Franchise mode)
13. Vastly improved trade logic (Franchise mode)
14. New crowd placement logic to reduce fans sitting in "cheap" seats
15. New Quick Shifts feature and revamped Defensive Positioning screen
16. Quick Counts balancing adjustments (I.E. less 3-2 counts, pitchers start with 1-1 counts, etc.)
17. Four new brands for Fielding Gloves. Each brand has three different styles.
18. Four new brands for Bats. Each brand has three different styles.
19. Four new brands for Batting Gloves. Three brands have three styles and one brand has two styles.
20. Three new brands for Cleats. Each brand has three different styles.
21. Updated shin guard, new “Without foot guard” option added.
22. Updated batting helmet with no flaps to pay homage to Old Time players. (PS4 Only)
23. New Necklace accessory with Thin or Thick as options. (PS4 Only)
24. Wrist tape has now been separated into left and right wrists with a new “Long” wrist tape option added.
25. New “Extra Wide” wristband AND armband option added. (PS4 Only)
26. New Base runner Wrist Guard accessory added. (PS4 Only)
27. New “Stirrup Low” Pant Style option added. (PS4 Only)
28. ***anese and slap-hitter swing types now selectable (PS4 Only)
29. Left analog stick bunting influence
30. Hours of new custom stadium and ambiance music (over 40 new tracks)
31. RTTS camera improvements after the ball is in play

[aukevin]

Quote: Originally Posted by HustlinOwl

Very minor, smh

I somewhat get what he is saying. I don't really care about licensed equipment, so on the surface there isn't much change to RTTS because that's the biggest we're going to see (unless you are interested in the new Directional Hitting which I am not either).

I'm struggling with the need to purchase MLB 15 right away because there weren't big changes in RTTS that I wanted to see which was outside of the gameplay stuff like endorsements, contract incentives, trophy rooms, etc. I've got to get it eventually because my MLB 14 save won't go to MLB 16 without 15 in the middle because I estimate it taking three game iterations for me to get through my entire RTTS career.

I'm banking on the gameplay tunings to make a difference in the RTTS game because those are key to me. For example, with my RTTS 2B I have to deal with a glitch that doesn't allow me to move my player pre-pitch at least once a game which sometimes results in not being able to get into double play positions. There are also the very bad bunts situations laid down by the AI, as well as AI running decisions and abilities. If I see improvements in those gameplay areas in MLB 15 it will be worth the purchase, but the truth of it is you don't see all the gameplay or presentation advancements in RTTS that often because the opportunities to see them is so filtered. I am looking forward to hearing the radio show, though I wish it auto-played because I'm not going to go to the schedule screen to kick it off very much (which is the way I understand it works in RTTS).

So for me, I hope those under the hood advancements in MLB 15 are as good as advertised and makes it worth it. But really, the game only cost $48 through Best Buy's GCU, so if I play MLB 15 as much as MLB 14, it will be worth it.