03:18 AM - February 24, 2009 by PVarck31MLB 2K9 News Post
03:18 AM - February 24, 2009 by PVarck31
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Well, I'm finally playing it and it's uhh... it's kind of cool. Kind of ugly, but you know it has that fun factor that VC games tend to have. I think the two things that are really hindering this game's greatness, demo-wise, are the lack of customizable options and the jaggies (I'm assuming this is only prevalent in the PS3 version much like NBA 2K9).
This is a great first step past the unplayable MLB 2K8, and I can't wait to rent this. But like I've been saying, I think 2K10 is the real gem.
In the end, this is one of those games that's whose play:watch ratio (on a "fun" scale) is greater than maybe that of The Show. I don't mean that in any other terms than The Show is fantastic to watch, yet 2K9 shines best in itself when you play it.
Commentary is fluid, natural, and sort of one of those games where you're not really listening to the lines as much as you're listening to them talking. This could add to less "repetition," if that makes sense.
This is a great first step past the unplayable MLB 2K8, and I can't wait to rent this. But like I've been saying, I think 2K10 is the real gem.
In the end, this is one of those games that's whose play:watch ratio (on a "fun" scale) is greater than maybe that of The Show. I don't mean that in any other terms than The Show is fantastic to watch, yet 2K9 shines best in itself when you play it.
Commentary is fluid, natural, and sort of one of those games where you're not really listening to the lines as much as you're listening to them talking. This could add to less "repetition," if that makes sense.
So far the game seems pretty good. I only played one game at the moment, but I had a good mix of hits and runs. I lost on a bases loaded double to Ryan Howard, 3 - 2, which was fun and a good mix... no HR.
Instantly notice:
Hitting is easier and you get a good abundance of hits with the new swing stick, and not needing to time the "back step," which is a major improvement.
It seems easier to atch where a pitch is going this year, for whatever reason, I could judge it better.
When pitching, that it only shows you the pitch chosen by the catcher (and you can hit LB for "all pitches") makes it much easier to select the right pitch. This makes things better.
Catcher still takes a while to setup sometimes.
Fielding is a little quirky. Let my first pop fly go right by my player... not a big deal.
Throwing from the field is quick and snappy, which felt good.
Graphics/Sound seem good but I'm not a big graphics/sound guy.
I love the little crowd animations.
Perhaps some cons:
Well at this point, not too many... but it doesn't seem like a massive "MUST BUY" improvement for me either. I've been steadily disapointed by every 2K baseball game on this generation of consoles. This game plays pretty well, but I also didn't mind the 2K7 and 2K8 demos and ended up trashing those games pretty quickly. I can say this feels better than 2K7 and 2K8, but it's always the *little* things in these games that end up ruining it for me.
So I'm probably going to get 2K9 when it comes out, but will be quick to put it up on Amazon if it doesn't live up to how I think it should be.
So, cautiously kind of optimistic... felt like a pretty solid game. I'm hoping that the online mode isn't a laggy mess like in year's past.
Instantly notice:
Hitting is easier and you get a good abundance of hits with the new swing stick, and not needing to time the "back step," which is a major improvement.
It seems easier to atch where a pitch is going this year, for whatever reason, I could judge it better.
When pitching, that it only shows you the pitch chosen by the catcher (and you can hit LB for "all pitches") makes it much easier to select the right pitch. This makes things better.
Catcher still takes a while to setup sometimes.
Fielding is a little quirky. Let my first pop fly go right by my player... not a big deal.
Throwing from the field is quick and snappy, which felt good.
Graphics/Sound seem good but I'm not a big graphics/sound guy.
I love the little crowd animations.
Perhaps some cons:
Well at this point, not too many... but it doesn't seem like a massive "MUST BUY" improvement for me either. I've been steadily disapointed by every 2K baseball game on this generation of consoles. This game plays pretty well, but I also didn't mind the 2K7 and 2K8 demos and ended up trashing those games pretty quickly. I can say this feels better than 2K7 and 2K8, but it's always the *little* things in these games that end up ruining it for me.
So I'm probably going to get 2K9 when it comes out, but will be quick to put it up on Amazon if it doesn't live up to how I think it should be.
So, cautiously kind of optimistic... felt like a pretty solid game. I'm hoping that the online mode isn't a laggy mess like in year's past.
So glad I have a PS3 and a choice. The only thing this demo had going for it was some of the presentation style and camera angles.
Not a single replay of any play though? I kept serving up HR's to try and get one and no dice.
I did like all the stuff constantly going on...as in the relief pitcher warming up in the background during the inning before he got brought in...nice touches.
If your a 2k fan this one is a big first step in the right direction. But I really can't see myself ever grabbing this instead of the show.
Not a single replay of any play though? I kept serving up HR's to try and get one and no dice.
I did like all the stuff constantly going on...as in the relief pitcher warming up in the background during the inning before he got brought in...nice touches.
If your a 2k fan this one is a big first step in the right direction. But I really can't see myself ever grabbing this instead of the show.
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kidding, obviously the first one
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# 688
RoyalBoyle78 @ 02/26/09 11:14 PM
Just finished playing he demo and very much improved, but just not worth a purchase for me, like I said, very improved. Kudos to 2k for getting the MLB series back on track. I have been spoiled by the other game too much.
OK, i FINALLY downloaded & played this demo 3 times. Coming into this, i was pretty upbeat about this game. I only have a PS3, so i've been reading comments & checking out the vids the past couple weeks. From the vids, it looked like a pretty good game. I'm not a MLB The Show fanboy, nor am i a 2K *****. I downloaded both demos last yr when I got my PS3 & a short time later purchased MLB The Show '08. There was no comparison & I dont think a lot of people will disagree. I downloaded MLB The Show '09 demo the day it was released & was amazed at how SCEA made a GREAT game even better. i didnt think it was possible & they did. Now, for 2K9. As I stated, i was looking forward to playing it & not just watching vids of it. & I have to say, its an improvement over 2K8, yes...but not nearly in the same league as The Show. To me, The Show is a MUCH more 'polished' game in every area over 2K9. i must say though, i do like the hitting technique w the joystick in 2K9. it does make it fun. that & the commentary are very good. but thats where it ended for me. For those that dont have a PS3, 2K9 is a decent game & i really do feel bad for those that dont get a chance to play The Show because it really is a masterpiece for a sports game. From the graphics, to lighting, stadiums, player, player sizes, faces, ALL the details...The Show wins hands down. I was very disappointed w 2K9, but im glad to finally play it because it made my mind up come next week. I had a couple issues w the gameplay in 2K9 that actually made me laugh. Here's just 1 example. I was playing as the Rays & had bases loaded w no outs. My batter (i think it was Navarro) popped a foul ball right behind the plate which the catcher caught. I was down 2-0, when all of a sudden, i see on the screen that my guy on 2nd started running to 3rd. But the guy on 3rd wasnt running & the catcher had the ball!!!! i didnt know why the hell he started running...i didnt press anything. needless to say, it was a dbl play & i lost 2-1. This would honestly never happen in The Show. Maybe next year 2K Sports will come w a better baseball game, but '09 belongs to The Show again...there's honestly no comparison
& BTW, for those that say its just a DEMO & the final product is gonna be a lot better....even if that's so, its pretty scarey then what '09 The Show's final product will be like after playing just the demo. Might as well give it a perfect 10 right now
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i dont mean it like that. what im saying is i see a lot of responses saying that the demo of 2K9 is not a fair representation of the final product. However, to me, The Show '09 demo is far better than the 2K9 demo, so i cant imagine then what the final product will be like. Even if it was the same as the demo, theres no comparison. I'd take the demo version of The Show '09 over the final version of 2K9 anyday
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Your first impression post was alright, but then to add two more posts just saying how much better The Show is going to be is overkill.
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# 697
SoxFan01605 @ 02/27/09 12:21 AM
I'm hoping the PC demo comes out tomorrow...I'm anxious to see how that looks. I'm also curious to see the patch notes for the game (and if it applies to PC as well-it should) to see what else besides the budgeting got fixed.
Overall, I'm on the fence about the game, but impressed with how VC is addressing this rebuild. The game is being taken seriously by the developer and I haven't felt that from the 2K series for a while.
...I'm anxious to see how that looks. I'm also curious to see the patch notes for the game (and if it applies to PC as well-it should) to see what else besides the budgeting got fixed.Overall, I'm on the fence about the game, but impressed with how VC is addressing this rebuild. The game is being taken seriously by the developer and I haven't felt that from the 2K series for a while.
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Man, lorazapam is a hell of a drug. I an trying to play the demo, but keep forgetting to pitch.
Oh and ps, its a legally prescribed drug to me.
Oh and ps, its a legally prescribed drug to me.
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