MLB '12: The Show Modes Impressions

[liftheavy]

In what game in franchise do all these stat overlays start showing up anyhow? I thought the review was good...dd mode is unplayble for me because no stats r saved for any of my games i finish...another thing that should be touch on is the incorrect stat displays people r seeing...lots to like about the game but the bugs are slowly popping up.

[Armor and Sword]

I can't wait to start my Franchise to expereince all the new franchise commentary. I also will take a more active role in playing some minor league games (like i used to in MVP 2005). I will still leave travel, marketing, rehab, stadium upgrades, and player training set to auto. I like to only handle scouting, front office/GM duties and coaching moves. I am not an "owner mode" kinda guy. Front office and playing is my thing.

[Sneed24]

i think the game is great. The online does NEED to be worked out but offline it is a gem.

[ty5oke]

The stat overlays during franchise has been a huge addition for me. I saw one yesterday that showed my team's leaders in 2B for the year, so far I've seen some good variety in the 5 or so random franchise games I've played. I also like that when the batter goes up to bat, it will show their stats highlighted with a rank if they are near the top of the league leaders and also Matt V usually says something about it.

[supermanemblem]

2K still eats their lunch with in-game stats. A player's batting average on specific counts is incredible. It's one if the few areas it outshines MLB. I'm trying to get used to the vita before the opening day rosters hit. I may be able to finish a season for the first time in three years.

[Meatfish87]

Thought this was a fair article. Well written.

[coach422001]

Some noob questions as I don't have a PS3 yet but may go for it and this game:
1. Can you play CPU v CPU (i.e., spectate or "manager" mode) in Franchise?
2. I thought I had read somewhere that there can be an issue with team budgets not rising well enough for clubs to keep big money players as you move into later seasons. Any truth to this issue?
3. Reading one comment above, do you generate income that impacts your bottom line and ability to sign players or improve your stadium from season to season in a game like this? I'm not expecting a console game to be as deep as OOTP financially but I enjoy games where your on field performance increases the chance of increased revenue which may increase you opportunities to sign players etc. vs. receiving a static "here's your budget" from the owner, no matter how much or how little the club makes.

Thanks for your patience with these questions and any help you can provide.

[pistonpete]

personally i wish the show would take a more minimalistic approach to overlays and stats. i'd like the option to remove some of that junk from the screen. it gets in the way at times.