10:54 AM - March 5, 2013 by Millennium
Now that the game is released to all, this is the place to post your impressions.
As a reminder, this is not a thread for questions. Please use the MLB 2K13 Q&A thread for that.
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10:54 AM - March 5, 2013 by MillenniumNow that the game is released to all, this is the place to post your impressions.
As a reminder, this is not a thread for questions. Please use the MLB 2K13 Q&A thread for that.
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I know it's not ideal but like I said what else are you going to do, that is a gameplay bug that's not going away. I still contend though that a ball you hit in the gap isn't an inside the park hr. "ever" so just stopping at 3rd doesn't seem to severe of a house rule.
As far as a patch... don't hold your breath, 2k13 was the patch!
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Forgive me for reviving an old thread here, but I can shed a little more light on this inside the park home run business. I'm playing MyPlayer mode (I'm a right fielder), and it seems like almost half the time a double is hit to the wall it results in an inside the park home run. I'll field it as usual and throw it to the cutoff man. Usually the runner is near 2nd base at this point, sometimes on his way to 3rd if it was a triple. Once the runner makes it to 3rd, he stops for a moment, and I assume the play is over. The runner will then take off for home, and the cutoff man will just hold the ball until the runner makes it at least halfway to home, and then throw the ball. This leaves no chance to tag him out.
It seems to happen once every few games, and it has now happened back to back games in this playoff series. It already cost me one game (the game went to extras and wouldn't have if the inside the park hr never happened). I just don't understand how this wasn't discovered in testing, as it is happening so often.
It seems to happen once every few games, and it has now happened back to back games in this playoff series. It already cost me one game (the game went to extras and wouldn't have if the inside the park hr never happened). I just don't understand how this wasn't discovered in testing, as it is happening so often.
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Jeff clark07 @ 05/16/13 11:19 PM
I have a question. In 2k12 when is it good to start subbing the line 80 or below 70 or below?
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Jeff clark07 @ 05/16/13 11:22 PM
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This is a 2K13 impressions thread. I don't have that game, and I don't understand your question. I don't play Franchise Mode. And I only play 2K12.
Just bought it.
Not too many new additions. Fielding, batting, pitching and running, seem to be smoother and tuned a lot better. Ball physics are better too. I'm having fun.
Not too many new additions. Fielding, batting, pitching and running, seem to be smoother and tuned a lot better. Ball physics are better too. I'm having fun.
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RobbyWacker7 @ 06/12/13 11:34 PM
Is mlb 2k13 good at all? my friend said it was absolute garbage.
This game is horrible! My friend gave me his copy from the NBA/MLB 2K13 bundle....
First of all there's no changes from 2K12 other than the obvious roster update and Astros change.
Since there's no patch for the game its far worse than 2K12.
Game plays the same on the field as 2K12. Presentation is BUGGY as hell, Gary Thorne wss calling Chase Utley Ben Revere, and referring to Michael Young as Nelson Cruz.
If you must have the Astros in the AL, intetleague scheduled, 2012 history than understand what else you're getting.
First of all there's no changes from 2K12 other than the obvious roster update and Astros change.
Since there's no patch for the game its far worse than 2K12.
Game plays the same on the field as 2K12. Presentation is BUGGY as hell, Gary Thorne wss calling Chase Utley Ben Revere, and referring to Michael Young as Nelson Cruz.
If you must have the Astros in the AL, intetleague scheduled, 2012 history than understand what else you're getting.
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Baseballking888 @ 07/11/13 02:03 PM
Finally picked up the game the other day for my XBOX 360. I'll post some in-depth thoughts once I play the game a little more, but I will say, it's not the atrocity that some folks are making it out to be.
Make sure you let 2ksports know your disappointment with their lack of support on their baseball games
http://support.2k.com/anonymous_requests/new
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Not you too Mt Oread!?!!??!
I'm still holding out hopes there'll be an MLB2K game on the 360.
You never know.
I'm still holding out hopes there'll be an MLB2K game on the 360.
You never know.
I know this late, but here is my impression. I really enjoyed MLB2K13 as much as I have the past MLB2K games. What I mean I have nothing bad to report. My rating system is a little different than others. I basically rate the game on the overall enjoyment, and not for the little minor details. I rate this game as a 10 out of 10, because as stated I really enjoy the game.
I just picked this game up for $13. I had owned 2K10 and 11 but took a two year break. It's a fun game. I think the negative comments on the series go overboard at times. The game isn't as smooth and has it's glitches but it is fun.
Just some positive impressions after three games.
1) I like the change in hitting. I got frustrated by the hitting in 2K11 being so rigid. You had to go the opposite way on outside pitches and couldn't pull them with power (also meant too many oppo-bombs). That seems to be a lot better.
2) Contact and power swing are closer together. Can't be certain of this but in the past it felt like there was a massive difference between contact and power. You can mash bombs with power swings too easily so I would tone down the power slider and as a result never hit home runs with a contact swing. I don't feel that is the case now. The gap seems to be closer which I approve of.
3) Just love the commentary. I missed that. The banter is fantastic as you can really tell these guys were doing it together and not just from a script. Comments about first pitch strikes and stats and graphics are great. Love the organ music too.
4) The game isn't that ugly. I think the player models are fine. I think the stadiums and colours look great. Transition animations and a lot of player faces ARE bad but I'm fine with it.
5) I love analog pitching. It's my favourite way to pitch ever. The different motions for each pitch keep the game fresh for me. The cpu also chases out of the zone more in this game which I like as well.
6) Love batter's eye. Helps me work walks and it differentiates the players more. It feels different when hitting with a good batter and a poor one. I like the slider at 25. Down there some of my weaker hitters never get tipped a pitch while Miguel Cabrera will get tipped a lot. It's a great feature.
7) Baserunning controls. I find the 2K system easy to use.
Negatives:
1) CPU management. It's just really, really bad. Some of the NL decisions are so bad I don't know if I could play an NL franchise (I love NL play and was thinking of the Nats).
a) I'm at bat with two outs and the cpu pitching with a man on second and the #7 hitter up to bat. They intentionally walk him. Why? He's not a good hitter and you don't need the double play ball. No point in putting an extra batter on. I could see it if you were trying to get to my pitcher but they weren't.
b) I'm up 3-2 and pitching at SF in the bottom of the 7th. The cpu has a man on third base with two outs and the pitcher come to bat. It's relief pitcher Lopez and the cpu leaves them in to hit! Why?! There is no reason not to pinch hit and I strike him out.
c) One run game and the cpu does not bring in the closer until after two outs in the 9th inning. Closers should pitch the entire 9th inning. I can live with this but the other two are bad.
2) There is a disconnect in hitting the baseball. For whatever reason I don't feel like I actually smoke a ball when I smoke a ball. It just doesn't feel right. I think this is one area in batting the Show does very well and is a definite weakness here.
3) Already mentioned the transition animations and player faces are bad. A lot of the All-Star players have good faces but other than them very generic and lacking in detail.
Overall though I've enjoyed my time with the game after a layoff. Will wait to start a franchise until later (still playing AC Black Flag) but I'm glad I got it. Well worth $13.
Question - is there a way to turn off the "no-doubt HR" camera? When I hit one (or the cpu) I just want to view the natural flight of the ball in the fielding camera. I've seen that once on a close one but on two no doubters it gave me a different angle. Kind of spoiled the moment and it doesn't show the flight of the ball the way I'd like. Thanks.
Just some positive impressions after three games.
1) I like the change in hitting. I got frustrated by the hitting in 2K11 being so rigid. You had to go the opposite way on outside pitches and couldn't pull them with power (also meant too many oppo-bombs). That seems to be a lot better.
2) Contact and power swing are closer together. Can't be certain of this but in the past it felt like there was a massive difference between contact and power. You can mash bombs with power swings too easily so I would tone down the power slider and as a result never hit home runs with a contact swing. I don't feel that is the case now. The gap seems to be closer which I approve of.
3) Just love the commentary. I missed that. The banter is fantastic as you can really tell these guys were doing it together and not just from a script. Comments about first pitch strikes and stats and graphics are great. Love the organ music too.
4) The game isn't that ugly. I think the player models are fine. I think the stadiums and colours look great. Transition animations and a lot of player faces ARE bad but I'm fine with it.
5) I love analog pitching. It's my favourite way to pitch ever. The different motions for each pitch keep the game fresh for me. The cpu also chases out of the zone more in this game which I like as well.
6) Love batter's eye. Helps me work walks and it differentiates the players more. It feels different when hitting with a good batter and a poor one. I like the slider at 25. Down there some of my weaker hitters never get tipped a pitch while Miguel Cabrera will get tipped a lot. It's a great feature.
7) Baserunning controls. I find the 2K system easy to use.
Negatives:
1) CPU management. It's just really, really bad. Some of the NL decisions are so bad I don't know if I could play an NL franchise (I love NL play and was thinking of the Nats).
a) I'm at bat with two outs and the cpu pitching with a man on second and the #7 hitter up to bat. They intentionally walk him. Why? He's not a good hitter and you don't need the double play ball. No point in putting an extra batter on. I could see it if you were trying to get to my pitcher but they weren't.
b) I'm up 3-2 and pitching at SF in the bottom of the 7th. The cpu has a man on third base with two outs and the pitcher come to bat. It's relief pitcher Lopez and the cpu leaves them in to hit! Why?! There is no reason not to pinch hit and I strike him out.
c) One run game and the cpu does not bring in the closer until after two outs in the 9th inning. Closers should pitch the entire 9th inning. I can live with this but the other two are bad.
2) There is a disconnect in hitting the baseball. For whatever reason I don't feel like I actually smoke a ball when I smoke a ball. It just doesn't feel right. I think this is one area in batting the Show does very well and is a definite weakness here.
3) Already mentioned the transition animations and player faces are bad. A lot of the All-Star players have good faces but other than them very generic and lacking in detail.
Overall though I've enjoyed my time with the game after a layoff. Will wait to start a franchise until later (still playing AC Black Flag) but I'm glad I got it. Well worth $13.
Question - is there a way to turn off the "no-doubt HR" camera? When I hit one (or the cpu) I just want to view the natural flight of the ball in the fielding camera. I've seen that once on a close one but on two no doubters it gave me a different angle. Kind of spoiled the moment and it doesn't show the flight of the ball the way I'd like. Thanks.
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saintjimbo1885 @ 02/10/14 07:31 PM
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Pretty sure if you go into the presentation settings and switch off clutch moments then you won't get the no doubt HR cut scene.
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I love how the cpu will chase pitches out of the zone and not just one a 2 strike pitch. I got the A's to go out of the zone a lot in my last game. And yet against the Cardinals the other day their hitters were very patient.
I think the fielding throwing meter is unique. I didn't realize that pre-loading your throws led to a much harder accuracy meter. Waiting until you get the ball (if you have the time) makes it much easier. I think it's a nice touch and forces you to determine if you have the time to make an accurate throw or if you want to rush it.
Really enjoying this game. It's a great change of pace. Analog pitching in this series rules.
I think the fielding throwing meter is unique. I didn't realize that pre-loading your throws led to a much harder accuracy meter. Waiting until you get the ball (if you have the time) makes it much easier. I think it's a nice touch and forces you to determine if you have the time to make an accurate throw or if you want to rush it.
Really enjoying this game. It's a great change of pace. Analog pitching in this series rules.
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Too bad this series won't continue on the Xbox One/PS4. I love The a Show, but also enjoyed what 2K brought to the table.
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I played some 2K13 last night and I forgot how much I enjoyed this series.
Like rudyjuly2 said, you can really get poor hitters to chase outside the zone while the better hitters will make you pay or force you to nibble more.
And it can't be said enough how awesome Hitters Eye is.
When at the plate with Adam Jones I feel like an elite hitter. I was able to work a 2-0 count and then smashed a 415' blast over the left-centre wall with a tipped-pitch, hanging curve-ball.
These are the reasons why I hope some of the circumstantial evidence linking 2K's involvement with RBI Baseball is true.
I know that's a pipedream, but MLB2K has a lot of good components I'd love to see reborn in another baseball series.
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