"Game Mode" changed my entire Show experience (for the uninitiated/unaware)

[FindingTim]

This is a friendly PSA to anyone who has not tried setting their television set to Game Mode.

Here is my (brief) story:

Before

I was behind on everything, and only winning in Diamond Dynasty due to pitching, but I couldn't hit a lick. I couldn't catch up to fastballs unless I pretty much guessed with my eyes closed. I was hitting roughly 1-2 home runs per 10 Ranked Seasons games, and the Player Programs were a challenge.

My (newish) Samsung TV had noticeable framerate drops and lag, and recently online had been unplayable. I'd gone up against Shohei Ohtani with poor framerate and got 2 hits and struck out 17 times.

I felt helpless and frustrated. I tried going into "expert settings" and tinkered with some picture settings, but it only helped marginally.

Then I found a forum where someone explained how to turn on Game Mode, even if it's not an easily accessible option in your picture settings.

After

It's a whole new ballgame. I'm destroying everything, and often early on fastballs. I've won five straight games, many in which the opponent quit due to a blowout. My home run frequency has jumped from roughly 1-2 every 10 games, to roughly 2-3 every game - and sometimes more.

It's so. much. more. fun. Getting into a hitters count actually gets my heart pumping, because I feel so ready - and capable - of getting a hold of one.

It honestly plays like a completely different game, where my reflexes and skills actually matter.

TL;DR If you are struggling with The Show, or feel like hitting online is nearly impossible, give Game Mode a try. The game doesn't look quite as sparkly, but the difference in gameplay is night and day.

[Gagnon39]

Funny story...

I played without game mode on from probably 08 until 13. I always felt like I was behind the pitches but essentially got used to it. A friend of mine that also plays came over and he said that my hitting was just, “off.” I researched it some and low and behold, I had never used game mode.

Needless to say I changed it and it was like a completely different game at the plate. I felt pretty dumb, but at least I figured it out.... after six years... haha.


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[HollaMV7]

Honestly I don’t notice a difference in game mode on my tv.

Glad it’s helpful for you though.

[MDgolf]

In addition to Game Mode on your TV, I got a tip from another member. Set your PS4 to 1080p in video output settings. Then play in Faster mode on the show. Better framerate.

[jcar0725]

Yeah this was me, once I discovered game mode.

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[bb9]

I remember having this issue with Final Fantasy X and Game Mode saved it. Great announcement!

[HollaMV7]

Quote: Originally Posted by MDgolf

In addition to Game Mode on your TV, I got a tip from another member. Set your PS4 to 1080p in video output settings. Then play in Faster mode on the show. Better framerate.

I just changed that. It was set to AUTO but changed it to 1080p. How is this supposed to help?



What is play in Faster mode though?

[jcar0725]

I have the same two questions...

Quote: Originally Posted by HollaMV7

I just changed that. It was set to AUTO but changed it to 1080p. How is this supposed to help? What is play in Faster mode though?

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