MLB 15 The Show: Zone Hitting Guide (Video)

[Wolverines05]

Quote: Originally Posted by joewillyjets

holding the right trigger after the pitch does not list the pitch speed. i wish it did.

youre right... that something so simple that was in previous years... good catch though. i wrote that in the script assuming itd be in!!! my bad on that one. but seriously theres no good reason that little bit of info shouldnt be displayed.

[agentlaw13]

Quote: Originally Posted by yausser1017

This is a great video. I actually have been having some serious trouble hitting in this years game, and I tried 3 games using your tips in the video. I changed the position of my thumb on the left analog stick, and holy cow I can hit again. First game the other guy quit out at 7-0, I had 15 hits. Before that, I was lucky to have more than 5 hits. Great video, thanks!!!!

Same here man. I started hitting with zone in '14 once I heard pure analog (with stride) wasn't gonna be in 15. Adjusted pretty well when playing '14 but with '15, it has been tough and frustrating. I've welcomed the challenge and realize hitting in this year's game is tougher. But I haven't been getting the hits and stats that make the game feel realistic. I've had so many games in my franchise where my pitchers would throw a hell of a game only allowing 1-2 runs and we would end up losing due to my lack of hits. My pitchers hate me. Lol

I have now played about 10 games in my franchise since I read the article and changed my thumb position on the left stick. Sounds like it wouldn't help much, but man it has done wonders for my hitting! I haven't been racking up 15-20 hits a game or anything, but I'm getting realistic hit totals and variety. Also, my games are actually now competitive and I'm more confident at the dish. Still striking out from time to time but the small adjustment has made a huge difference in my enjoyment of the game. I now feel like I can turn my 36-35 2015 Indians around and make a playoff push (only trail the ChiSox 6 games for first in the division)!

Appreciate the video and the tips. Awesome job!


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[Wolverines05]

Quote: Originally Posted by agentlaw13

Same here man. I started hitting with zone in '14 once I heard pure analog (with stride) wasn't gonna be in 15. Adjusted pretty well when playing '14 but with '15, it has been tough and frustrating. I've welcomed the challenge and realize hitting in this year's game is tougher. But I haven't been getting the hits and stats that make the game feel realistic. I've had so many games in my franchise where my pitchers would throw a hell of a game only allowing 1-2 runs and we would end up losing due to my lack of hits. My pitchers hate me. Lol I have now played about 10 games in my franchise since I read the article and changed my thumb position on the left stick. Sounds like it wouldn't help much, but man it has done wonders for my hitting! I haven't been racking up 15-20 hits a game or anything, but I'm getting realistic hit totals and variety. Also, my games are actually now competitive and I'm more confident at the dish. Still striking out from time to time but the small adjustment has made a huge difference in my enjoyment of the game. I now feel like I can turn my 36-35 2015 Indians around and make a playoff push (only trail the ChiSox 6 games for first in the division)! Appreciate the video and the tips. Awesome job! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

glad to hear youre having success!!! i was also thinking that the pci would work perfectly when trying to bunt. instead of just pressing a button, you should match the pci with the ball. and much like when hitting regularly, if you get on top of the ball, itll go on the ground. if you get under it, youll pop it up.

[Bobhead]

Quote: Originally Posted by Wolverines05

when you try it, please let me know how it goes!!!

I tried it and I don't really know if I like this. It seems to lower my reaction speed quite a bit (ie that I have to move earlier because my thumb moves way slower in this position). Add to that it's a bit uncomfortable.

[sbmnky]

My biggest problem is over extending the direction of my PCI in any direction - except up - even when I use the modified thumb placement. It seems like PCI placement is more important this year and I'm suffering severely at the plate. I've even had to reduce my hitting difficulty from HoF to AS.

In years past, I would never use contact or power buttons, but I may start to incorporate them into this year's offering.

3 questions that would put everyone's responses in context - for me at least:

1. What difficulty are you currently playing on?
2. What is your pitch speed?
3. Do you use contact and/or power buttons? Why?

[Speedy]

Good video...concise and to the point

[Wolverines05]

Quote: Originally Posted by sbmnky

In years past, I would never use contact or power buttons, but I may start to incorporate them into this year's offering. 3 questions that would put everyone's responses in context - for me at least: 1. What difficulty are you currently playing on? 2. What is your pitch speed? 3. Do you use contact and/or power buttons? Why?

I play on all star.

Pitch speed I use default settings

I only use power if I'm way ahead in the count or if i guess both pitch type and location correctly. even then, i use it cautiously. I use a contact swing if im deep in an at bat with two strikes with runners on base.

what bout you?

[Steven78]

I bought gripits on Amazon for $5 for my controller and it really helped. On sale now for under $4 for two pair.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003NS...=operasport-20