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MLB '09: The Show Review

08:06 PM - March 6, 2009 by RaychelSnr

Let us just get one thing out of the way, MLB 09: The Show is the best next-gen sports game yet. It is a must-own title, and anyone who is even remotely interested in baseball should consider checking it out.

It is also one of the deeper, more complex and realistic sports games I have ever gotten the chance to play. Simply put, games like High Heat and MVP can now be put on the shelf in the Sanner household because The Show has finally surpassed them.

Now, at this point of the review, I must stress that MLB 09: The Show is not perfect. There are several little bugs and interesting happenings that will make you shake your head like catchers sometimes do after a foul ball. But from my experience, these negatives only slightly detract from the overall package.

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# 61 johnnyg83 @ 03/07/09 12:56 PM

Everything's awesome and nobody's happy. -Louis CK

# 62 Pared @ 03/07/09 12:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Newfgamer


	Fanastic? Thanks for the insult, but seriosuly, 9.5 is way too high, does that make me fanatiic? Keep in mind I am a show fanboy, but the game has a few issues to be a 9.5. NHL 09 is almost perfect with regards how the AI plays, the show is great, but not quite at the ultra realistic level.

...because no one complains about the board play in NHL...

Yeah, I keep saying I'm done. I mean it this time.

# 63 Newfgamer @ 03/07/09 01:00 PM

You hate hockey, I see, and I have an agenda, lol. Irrelevant, as a game NHL 09 is abotu as realistic and good as it gets. Board play? Thats the way it is in real life, if some do not like it, well, it is a part of the game, that's what makes it so great.

Comparing it to the show is ridiculous because you do not like hockey? Hockey video games are awesome, even if you do not like watching the sport. I am not the one with the agenda it seems.

# 64 bkrich83 @ 03/07/09 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Newfgamer


	You hate hockey, I see, and I have an agenda, lol. Irrelevant, as a game NHL 09 is abotu as realistic and good as it gets. Board play? Thats the way it is in real life, if some do not like it, well, it is a part of the game, that's what makes it so great. Comparing it to the show is ridiculous because you do not like hockey? Hockey video games are awesome, even if you do not like watching the sport. I am not the one with the agenda it seems.

If your opinion on these topics mattered more than everyone else, you'd have a point. Since this stuff is purely subjective and your opinion does not equal fact, you don't really can't act like it's some sort of travesty.

A review is one mans opinion. That's it. The same as your ramblings are your opinion. Nothing more nothing less. Certainly not something to lose sleep over.

I am out, enjoy your ice soccer game.

# 65 countryboy @ 03/07/09 01:04 PM

gotta love it. 5th post in, someone brings 2k9 into a review of the Show.

# 66 countryboy @ 03/07/09 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Newfgamer


	You hate hockey, I see, and I have an agenda, lol. Irrelevant, as a game NHL 09 is abotu as realistic and good as it gets. Board play? Thats the way it is in real life, if some do not like it, well, it is a part of the game, that's what makes it so great. Comparing it to the show is ridiculous because you do not like hockey? Hockey video games are awesome, even if you do not like watching the sport. I am not the one with the agenda it seems.

Have you ever thought they review the sport based on its counterparts(other baseball games), how it simulates its sport, and don't say, "ahhh well, hitting a homerun in this game isn't as realistic as scoring a goal in NHL, so we'll have to deduct a half a point."?

You seem to have an issue that this game got a rating that on par with your beloved hockey game.

# 67 Newfgamer @ 03/07/09 01:10 PM

Ice soccer, lol, what a child, trying to take a pot shot at the end of your post. Enjoy your tee ball on roids game, see, other people can resort to immature banter like you too.

# 68 Newfgamer @ 03/07/09 01:11 PM

Can you read, he said it is the best SPORTS game of this gen, not BASEBALL game, that's why it is relevant, as NHL 09 is amazing, has no lag online like the show and ultrra realitic gameplay. That's was a bogus statement from an obviously biased baseball fan reviewer.

# 69 Newfgamer @ 03/07/09 01:14 PM

Add to that the incredible control over your player and their stick in NHL 09, gameplay is simply unmatched in its intuitiveness. This matched with unbeliveable AI, well, The Show is NOT the best sports game, the best baseball game yes, sports game? Well, that;s a tall order with the online issues and bugs in the show.

# 70 countryboy @ 03/07/09 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Newfgamer


	Can you read, he said it is the best SPORTS game of this gen, not BASEBALL game, that's why it is relevant, as NHL 09 is amazing, has no lag online like the show and ultrra realitic gameplay. That's was a bogus statement from an obviously biased baseball fan reviewer.

Yes, I can read....thanks for your concern though.

And how can someone's opinion be a bogus statement? Can I say that your opinion of NHL '09 is bogus because I deem you a biased hockey fan?

So, if he doesn't make that statement, you wouldn't have a problem with the review?

# 71 bkrich83 @ 03/07/09 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by countryboy


	Have you ever thought they review the sport based on its counterparts(other baseball games), how it simulates its sport, and don't say, "ahhh well, hitting a homerun in this game isn't as realistic as scoring a goal in NHL, so we'll have to deduct a half a point."? You seem to have an issue that this game got a rating that on par with your beloved hockey game.

Dude, why argue with someone with an obvious agenda, who believes their opinion is the final say on something as subjective as video game reviews? Let it go.

Do what I did, put him on ignore, and his drivel magically disappears.

# 72 countryboy @ 03/07/09 01:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Newfgamer


	Add to that the incredible control over your player and their stick in NHL 09, gameplay is simply unmatched in its intuitiveness. This matched with unbeliveable AI, well, The Show is NOT the best sports game, the best baseball game yes, sports game? Well, that;s a tall order with the online issues and bugs in the show.

lol...

you seem upset that your hockey game isn't drawing more attention.

# 73 Shadymamba @ 03/07/09 01:28 PM

oh damn now i have to get a ps3!!!!

# 74 skinfan31 @ 03/07/09 02:05 PM

I've been patiently waiting for this review all week.. All I can say is you nailed it. I agree with everything you wrote! Nice work.

# 75 ChaseB @ 03/07/09 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by ltbucks3


	excellent review Christ...maybe a little too high but this game is great!..hitting is a little too tough though

Chris is, in fact, not Jeebus. I know some people were confused on that point though so I see why you would be too.

# 76 Gomez81 @ 03/07/09 06:49 PM

This is a great game. No questions!!!! I do agree with the lag issues. The baserunning controls in RTTS are somewhat tedious, but once mastered are fun!! I hope to have them fix the online issues and get some league time.

# 77 BlackRome @ 03/07/09 07:10 PM

9.5 hun.

This used to be the site I would go to to get a great review.

How can you guys continue to give games great reviews when the online portion of a game sucks.

This is the online era. I only play online.

Your review of NBA29 made me go get the game. The game is horrible online.

If the Show is horrible online how the heck can you give the game a 9.5.

Online is a major. Let me repeat this. Major portion of the game.
May I suggest you guys come up with a better rating system to determine your overall scores for games.

There are usually 4 modes to a sports game.
Game play, Franchise, Online, Intangibles.
Break down your scores by each category .

For example the best grade each mode could receive is a 2.5
A perfect game gets a 10.

If online is lagging and basically unplayable that should automatically make this game a 7.5

A major portion of this game is broke. It just so happens that will make this game a no buy for a lot of gamers. .
I'm glad you told me online sucks because you just saved me $400.00 for a PS3.

If it's broke I don't understand how you can give this game a 9.5

# 78 mgoblue678 @ 03/07/09 07:15 PM

^^^Because majority of the people who play The Show are more interested in a great sim style franchise mode. Bottom line is a great franchise expierence will always beat online in a sports game.

The Show 09 is as the commericials say the most realistic sports game ever. Nothing else is really close.

My guess is though if you only play online you must not be the kind of person who is looking for a sim expierence.

# 79 TheDutchDad @ 03/07/09 07:29 PM

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Originally Posted by mgoblue678


	^^^Because majority of the people who play The Show are more interested in a great sim style franchise mode. Bottom line is a great franchise expierence will always beat online in a sports game. The Show 09 is as the commericials say the most realistic sports game ever. Nothing else is really close. My guess is though if you only play online you must not be the kind of person who is looking for a sim expierence.

Truth.

Why you would only be looking for online play from The Show is beyond me. He must have never played the game. RTTS alone is worth it.

# 80 sirwoodz @ 03/07/09 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by BlackRome


	9.5 hun. This used to be the site I would go to to get a great review. How can you guys continue to give games great reviews when the online portion of a game sucks. This is the online era. I only play online.

- uhmmm....this is MLB 09, not World of Warcraft 09. If there are ANY games on the market who's primary focus should be the single player aspect and put the online portion 3rd or 4th - it's sports games.

they rate these games based on whether or not they capture the essence and feel of the sport itself...

also, check the reviews of this game, these reviewers ARE lowering the scores for this game because of the poor online (which i don't play at all).

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