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Major League Baseball 2K8 Beta Impressions

  11:59 PM - March 1, 2008 by Steve_OS
We have just posted some impressions from our beta copy of Major League Baseball 2K8.
"Yes, these quick blurb impressions are all over the place, as I just typed some things down over the days I played the game.

I'm not working w/ retail here, just beta. I'm not sure how "complete" it is. But there are times where the game doesn't run 60FPS. During pitching/hitting, no problems, but there are occasional hiccups when throwing across the diamond. A few herky jerky animations here and there as well. Again, these may just be issues w/ my Beta."

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# 101 Steve_OS @ 03/02/08 11:30 AM
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Originally Posted by bowlerguy92
Ok Steve, I set up my mini avatar. Now how about an answer to that question! "Do players have weight to them when they run etc or are they still 100% nimble little cutouts?"
When running the bases, I'd say they all looks the same, besides the obvious speed differences. Same when playing the field.
 
# 102 Bwnarrow3 @ 03/02/08 11:43 AM
How about sliders? Have you messed with them at all? If so, are they more sensitive this year?
 
# 103 paysworld @ 03/02/08 11:44 AM
Has Scenario Mode change at all ? After last year's demo of the the Mets, Cardinal NL Championship series, I was hoping they would implement a much more robust scenario mode, similar to ASB 05.
 
# 104 AngelsRock02 @ 03/02/08 11:45 AM
Well, yeah I just wanted to know if the controls were more responsive than last year.And I recall that an out fielder had a 3-5 second delay to actually throw the ball into the outfield.
 
# 105 TwinsTerritory @ 03/02/08 11:46 AM
Do the players run weird?

Last year it seemed like they all ran with their arms flailing and their heads down...
 
# 106 bowlerguy92 @ 03/02/08 11:47 AM
Ok, thanks Steve!
 
# 107 RedLine @ 03/02/08 11:49 AM
Steve, can you confirm if the Base Burner mode is still in the game? I didn't see any controls listed for it in the screenshots you posted. Thanks.
 
# 108 Steve_OS @ 03/02/08 11:49 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Bwnarrow3
How about sliders? Have you messed with them at all? If so, are they more sensitive this year?
Still playing w/ them. Only adjust foul balls and balls. Not quite there yet...but they seem to be more effective this year, at least.
 
# 109 Steve_OS @ 03/02/08 11:51 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by paysworld
Has Scenario Mode change at all ? After last year's demo of the the Mets, Cardinal NL Championship series, I was hoping they would implement a much more robust scenario mode, similar to ASB 05.
Nope, it's the same. Basic situation setups.
 
# 110 brendanrfoley @ 03/02/08 11:51 AM
Steve,

Forgive me if this is too general a question, but here it goes... does it play an overall solid, realistic, and fun brand of baseball? In otherwords... can you see someone enjoying a full 162 game season without throwing their hands up in frustration with game 'issues' 40 games in?
 
# 111 gleditts @ 03/02/08 11:52 AM
Do the retractable roofs work like Minute Maid Park?
 
# 112 Steve_OS @ 03/02/08 11:53 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by AngelsRock02
Well, yeah I just wanted to know if the controls were more responsive than last year.And I recall that an out fielder had a 3-5 second delay to actually throw the ball into the outfield.
I'm guessing you meant OF's throwing into the IF...Not seeing that at all. You throw, when you want to throw.
 
# 113 Steve_OS @ 03/02/08 11:54 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by TwinsTerritory
Do the players run weird?

Last year it seemed like they all ran with their arms flailing and their heads down...
LOL, they run fine to me.
 
# 114 The Gamer @ 03/02/08 11:55 AM
with the new throwing mechanics, it seems you can only throw to the bases. Can you still throw directly to the cut off man or do you have to hit something while the ball is on its way in from the outfield. Thanks again
 
# 115 Kane182 @ 03/02/08 12:03 PM
Steve, I know you are messing with the sliders, can you confirm that the foul ball slider makes a difference in the amount of foul balls you are seeing?
 
# 116 Rattler17 @ 03/02/08 12:03 PM
This is a real simple one.

Last year i found players overall ratings to be waaay out of wack. Are they a little more accurate this year and do their stats and ratings fluxuate over the season?? Like if someone is on a terrible stretch of games their ratings go down. Thus making it more likely to call someone up from the minors and have them be a beast?

Thanks
 
# 117 RedLine @ 03/02/08 12:04 PM
Another question for you to answer please. Are you finding the new Right Trigger control to Dive responsive? How about wall climbs, do you use the right trigger for that too or is it automatic? Thanks.
 
# 118 cubsbelieve07 @ 03/02/08 12:09 PM
Do you plan on checking out player progression in franchise?

PS I have an avatar i don't know why it is not showing
 
# 119 dodgerblue @ 03/02/08 12:12 PM
How is the overall presentation and atmosphere? Is it improved over 2k7 or just about the same. I am referring to crowd involvement, cheering at the proper time etc. Thanks!
 
# 120 CS10029 @ 03/02/08 12:23 PM
Hey Steve, thanks for taking the time to do this. Quick question, seeing this is Brinkman's second year on this title are you noticing any similarities to MVP. Maybe not in technical controls, but maybe overall feel of the game.
 


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