MLB The Show 17 Twitch Stream - Gameplay, Animations & Retro-Mode Deep Dive

[knich]

Quote: Originally Posted by volsfan39

I'm sure I'll get slammed for being negative but I think I got more out of the video vlog than this stream. It's kind of like these guys are just goofing around instead of detailing anything. What I did get out of it is that the retro mode got boring very quickly. I played all the 8 bit games years ago and although I did enjoy them at the time that time has long passed. The new spin on the ball coming off the bat is fantastic and the new animations look really good also. I think they probably wish they hadn't shown the bunting as it still has issues. I won't comment on the graphics until I see more..

Quote: Originally Posted by Houston

I do half to agree a little. There should have been segments for each part that was listed for today and they need to be more organized. It would have been nice if they broke the things down a little more for each section that was supposed to be discussed. Maybe talk about each part 5-10 mins at least.

Quote: Originally Posted by dran1984

Agree 100% They listed many things on the slides that they didn't talk about. I was really hoping for more info on the Humanity AI and how it effects in game managing decisions.

Quote: Originally Posted by Jason27

It seems like they think THEY need to entertain us. I chuckled a few times but that's not why I am logging in to watch this stream. Would like to see them be a little more professional and give good information on the future streams, especially the franchise stream.

Quote: Originally Posted by Impetuous65

This stream was all over the place and the information was scarce. They should have stuck to the script, because they were horrible at giving information and showing how that translate on the field. Humanity A.I. was glossed over and offered no examples, it was a complete useless bullet point. I came away more informed by the video the other day than the deep dive. They really need to rehearse and stay focused on the information and examples. Today's stream made me not anticipate the next stream.

Could the stream have been a little more organized? Yes. That said, I enjoyed the stream because any stream is better than no stream. I also thought it was informative. How many of you prefer the old way when you got NO info and NO video until the game came out? Some of you are probably too young to remember that. I am sure the SCEA guys appreciate constructive criticism but they DO NOT have to do this. Everyone should keep that in mind. Looking forward to the next stream.

Quote: Originally Posted by bigdipper88

You're kidding about player models in Madden and NBA 2K being better, right? Madden's are not that good and 2k's had skinny armed alien arm looking bodies.

I think the models in both games have been great for last couple years. 2K game models are particularly good on PC. Fifa too. I'd take those models on THE SHOW any day.

Quote: Originally Posted by TheBleedingRed21

I still am puzzled how some complain about the graphics, I've always thought this was a gorgeous game personally.

I agree. But I think most who complain complain about the player models. And I have to agree the player models update is long overdue. That said, it is a gorgeous game, particularly on 4k tv.

[Smallville102001]

Quote: Originally Posted by kt-od

Retro mode is cool, but won't be for me. Doubt I touch it at all.

To me Retro mode just sounds like a gimmick and pointless.

[bubba4]

Obviously graphics are an issue here or we wouldn't be talking about them yet again before a new release. I've been gaming a LONG time and my experience has generally been that when a developer releases basically an updated game with the same engine for 2 or 3 years, they are working on something fresh for the future. Graphics wise, the MLB The show team clearly are going to go with this engine for as long a they can. The game is good, and even great. But it's stuck right now. Maybe we need to push them harder on this. Let them know that this does matter.

[PVarck31]

Definitely new catcher set-up and receiving animations. Adds a fresh look, and realism.

As far as Progressive Field, some nice improvements. Love the full LED board, the out of town scoreboard in the wall looks so much better, and the tarp down the line finally. (I think I may actually be responsible for that

Looks like they added some stuff to the upper deck in right, but still no names next to retired numbers. And I know I mentioned it before, but the flags need changed, but Adam said he passed it along so hoping for the best.

Honestly, my only disappointment is that it will look and most likely run better on the PS4 Pro. Which I won't be getting any time soon. But it's not like I didn't expect that.

Oh, and the Indians socks are still blue. Now that socks aren't part of the style guide I really hope they can change them to red. But overall its looking great. I can't wait!

[dran1984]

I'm wondering whats going on with the Indians helmets. In the vlog and the stream they are wearing matte helmets. I did a quick search and I didn't see anything saying that they are switching helmets for this season.

[PVarck31]

Quote: Originally Posted by dran1984

I'm wondering whats going on with the Indians helmets. In the vlog and the stream they are wearing matte helmets. I did a quick search and I didn't see anything saying that they are switching helmets for this season.

As far as I know they aren't switching to matte. I hate to be that guy, but it seems like there is a lot of stuff with the Indians that need worked on.

Sorry, just want my team to be as accurate as possible.

It is a WIP so things could definitely change. Pretty sure the devs know about the socks and the flags.

Would think the sock color would be an easy fix.

[dran1984]

Quote: Originally Posted by PVarck31

As far as I know they aren't switching to matte. I hate to be that guy, but it seems like there is a lot of stuff with the Indians that need worked on. Sorry, just want my team to be as accurate as possible. It is a WIP so things could definitely change. Pretty sure the devs know about the socks and the flags. Would think the sock color would be an easy fix.

I want all teams as accurate as possible lol

I know there was a bug in one of the patches last year that made all team helmets matte in the edit player screen. I hope they go back and quality check all uniform elements prior to release.

[jeffy777]

They should have the dude with the beard talk more. Love his laid back personality.