MLB The Show 17 Twitch Stream - Franchise Mode, HDR Confirmed (Archive Available)

[Stroehms]

Quote: Originally Posted by Russell_SCEA

More players are auto scouted for you We opened up player equipment generation so generated guys will get licensed equipment now We re-wrote secondary position generation logic to better reflect real life We tweaked speed generation logic for OF We re-wrote facial hair and hair generation logic for generated players

Thank you.

Do you know when we will hear about online Franchise?


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[WillGio]

Quote: Originally Posted by Russell_SCEA

Because it's astronomically difficult, again we are a small dev team relative to other sports titles. We have one programmer for Franchise mode 1. And he's amazing but its one body. The first thing we looked at this cycle back in April of last year for franchise mode was rotating schedules I want this feature, Luis, wants this feature Daniel the programmer wants this feature. He looked at the code and told us we can't do this in 8 months it's too much code, too risky, and that would be the only thing we got. So we choose to work on Quick manage and critical situations. We love these features, our SVT wants these features and they took all 8 months to implement correctly. Nothing is as easy as it might seem on the outside.

You're right. And please, don't take our critique as being ungrateful. SDS is the only reason MLB is alive in the Video Game market. We know it takes years to develop a solid foundation, and then several iterations of the series to fully realize a feature/modes potential.. But... One thing that has to be understood is that GM/Franchise modes are very important. And we don't expect it to be 100% realistic from day one, but I think the problem with Franchise in this year's game is that it took very little steps forward in terms of Baseball Operations. Not only in terms of signing extensions, negotiating with Free Agents, setting a team leader, but in terms of AI. What I, and many fans, hope won't happen, is we start our first Franchise, and quickly realize Gameplay is the only change to the mode.

AI trading algorithms desperately need(ed) attention, Teams signing FA has very little logic behind it. And also we don't feel as if we can build a perennial contender, because the scouting/drafting functions are flat and unrealistic. If I'm the Phillies and I draft a stud, with great potential and good baseline stats, I want to look at him and say "Wow, that's our future". Same way with if a solid player slides down towards mid 2nd Round, and you look and say "If I properly progress him, he could be a steal"

There's almost no personal attachment to the team, no excitement. And even tho some players have A potential, we often don't have the proper tools to progress a prospect, or mold him to a certain place.

I get you guys only have a short cycle to complete your goals, and the Graphical improvements are huge. But Franchise has to step it's game up next year. I'm sure you've at least seen NBA 2k's gameplay, and their GM mode is very hands on and enables you to feel like you're creating a core.

[JayD]

Quote: Originally Posted by Russell_SCEA

Because it's astronomically difficult, again we are a small dev team relative to other sports titles. We have one programmer for Franchise mode 1. And he's amazing but its one body. The first thing we looked at this cycle back in April of last year for franchise mode was rotating schedules I want this feature, Luis, wants this feature Daniel the programmer wants this feature. He looked at the code and told us we can't do this in 8 months it's too much code, too risky, and that would be the only thing we got. So we choose to work on Quick manage and critical situations. We love these features, our SVT wants these features and they took all 8 months to implement correctly. Nothing is as easy as it might seem on the outside.

I dont know programming so I have no idea how hard these things are. I guess the little things in my eyes are massive for those that actually know what they're doing. Thanks for the clarification.

[JayD]

Quote: Originally Posted by Russell_SCEA

More players are auto scouted for you We opened up player equipment generation so generated guys will get licensed equipment now We re-wrote secondary position generation logic to better reflect real life We tweaked speed generation logic for OF We re-wrote facial hair and hair generation logic for generated players

Generated players getting licensed & proper equipment choices is a massive fix. Now I dont need to edit everyones equipment . Thanks!

[NewNapkin]

Quote: Originally Posted by DamnYanks2

I can't believe we still don't have a create a stadium option. Sent from my HTCD200LVWPP using Tapatalk

Can I ask why? I don't get why people think this is a much-needed feature that would probably require the focus of the entire dev team.

[TheWarmWind]

Quote: Originally Posted by Russell_SCEA

More players are auto scouted for you We opened up player equipment generation so generated guys will get licensed equipment now We re-wrote secondary position generation logic to better reflect real life We tweaked speed generation logic for OF We re-wrote facial hair and hair generation logic for generated players

Thank you Russell. Little more enthused now, especially seeing secondary positions get some attention.

Please understand, some of us are being vocal not because we hate the changes, but because we wish to have a (small) influence on the direction of the game. Quick manage is a great feature (I will be using it for blowouts and minor league games), just not the kind of thing a hardcore franchiser is looking for.

It's a safe assumption that most of the franchisers on OS are hardcore. We are also very passionate because to us, it's the only true way to play the game.

I still think you guys are awesome and this years game is looking amazing. Just please bear with my whining.

[Caulfield]

What I plan to do over the next few weeks is recommend the Show to as many casual gamers that I know, as many as I can (not that I havent done this in the past) and hope something will spark. This games audience has to grow to greater numbers if us hardcores are going to get more goodies. If sales pick up over the next 2-3 years, hopefully Sony will increase SDS' budget into one that this fantastic team deserves.

[Mikeyo918]

I'm indifferent about the stream today. Lots of cool ways to help get people through seasons, but it seems they only talked about just that.
Any news on midseason extensions?
Do minor league stats carry over? In the offseason if I'm looking to sign a veteran to a "minor league" deal (at least in my mind) i'd like to know how he did that previous season.
Do players acquire/lose player quirks based on hot/cold streaks?
I'm sure we will get the general "improved AI logic on trades/FA/lineups, but could we get an in depth look at random times of seasons, I never see teams release players, nor even sign free agents during the regular season.

I'll surely buy MLBTS once again, but as a die hard offline franchise guy, I wish there was more.