MLB The Show 16 News Post

MLB The Show 16 Q&A on Twitter Reveals Some More Details - No Create a Stadium

04:34 PM - January 13, 2016 by Steve_OS

The official MLB The Show 16 Twitter account has been answering quite a few questions about their upcoming game recently, we've listed some of them below. We should be hearing much more about the game, including developer Twitch streams in the weeks to come.

If you can say Will you be bringing back ability to change ticket prices and concession food prices?

No those won't be coming back for 16 but there are great new features and changes coming to franchise mode. Stay tuned!

Can you still play your RTTS character from 15 to 16 like people did from 14 to 15?

Yes

Player tattoos coming this year?

No

Will we be able to carryover out franchises from 15 into 16 like we could last year?

Yes of course

Will there be content missing on the PS3 version compared to PS4?

The PS4 versions has some features and upgrades the PS3 doesn't we'll reveal them all in due time.

Will stubs transfer from mlb 15 to mlb 16

No they will not

Can you guys add a "Beat up umpire" button in The Show 16'???

No that's never going to happen

Will the throwback players be added to the PS3 version?

Yes

Are the top 100 prospect going to be in the default roster?

No the minor league players do not have a Players Union there for their likeness cannot be included in the game in any form

Will we be able to make customizable fields?

no

Any word on Ken Griffey and or Mike Piazza being in MLB 16 the show?

Not at this time

Will online franchises transfer to new game from '15???

No online franchises don't transfer year-to-year

Will 16 bring back Rivalry Mode? That was the best way to play offline games against friends.

No

Is Joe Buck an announcer on MLB 16 the show? That would be great!

No he isn't

What are the chances of adding a third uniform slot in DD for 2016?

Very slim this year

DOES THE DD ROSTER TRANSFER FROM LAST YEAR?

No you start over every year

What is the cut off date for your final rosters that will ship on disc?

February, but there is always a launch day roster update

When will we learn more about new game modes? I want to pre-order but am reluctant to spend $99 with so few details.

In a few weeks

Could we possibly see a create a stadium in mlb 16?

No

Will there by any chance be an expansion mode like in all star baseball?

Not this year

Will you add new brands in MLB 16??? Like New Era or Adidas??

There will be new brands added to MLB The Show 16 but we aren't revealing them just yet.

Can we finally have the option to turn injuries off for franchise mode? Amazes me how a simple feature isn't in there.

Sorry brain fart you can do this in MLB The Show 15 GAMEPLAY OPTIONS.....INJURIES....ON/OFF/MANUAL

Are you guys going to put an argue button to the Umpire and more on field brands?

No and yes

Will 16 have online co-op like 13 did?

No it will not

Uniform slots?

Available uniform slots are the same as last year.

Will the open and closed dome feature be on ps3?Also, will you be adding more team jerseys such as the blue jays canada day one?

PS4 Only for closed roofs

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Member Comments

# 121 sportdan30 @ 01/15/16 02:42 PM

If presentation and atmosphere have been updated, I'll be set. It needs a significant upgrade in that department.

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# 122 tnixen @ 01/15/16 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by sportdan30


	If presentation and atmosphere have been updated, I'll be set. It needs a significant upgrade in that department. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

That's my number one hope for MLB The Show 16 too.

I don't hate the current presentation but it definitely has gotten to stale over the years. Even just some small changes like a new Home Run Stat overlay popup while the batter is rounding the bases just like you see on most real life TV baseball broadcasts would be a nice addition. I have been asking for these things for years and with luck a lot of luck actually we will get a brand new updated TV Style in presentation. But I will admit I am starting to lose some hope for any "Major" changes to the presentation.

I guess we will find out in a few more weeks

# 123 goplen5 @ 01/15/16 03:27 PM

I would love the Create A Stadium feature, but I am perfectly fine not having it. It would be a huge undertaking. I would be very content with just an ability to select from a pre-set list of 5 or so created stadiums, like Madden. Even better, create one in a tropical metro area to move the Rays into and another on a bay to move the Athletics into. If they did that, it would be cool to be able to select a few "default stadiums" or something before starting a franchise, so that if I start one with the Mariners, I can set that the A's and Rays move into them. I guess controlling all 30 teams would account for that, but it would be nice to avoid that.

Actually, the only thing that concerns me about the Twitter conversation is the uniform slots. Makes me believe the Mariners aren't getting their new cream jerseys that didn't make it last year, and makes me wonder about those teams getting new jerseys, like the Diamondbacks and Padres.

# 124 sportsgamer5761 @ 01/15/16 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Factzzz


	The problem lies within that statement though. The player models look so similar from previous versions, that people are going to make erroneous statements like that, until something is truly done about the player models. Not just the minor improvements we've seen like better skin color.

I was wrong to use 'literally' in my post. But yeah, after looking at PS2 screenshots, other than some minor tweaks, and some articulation improvements, they are the same player models.

# 125 nemesis04 @ 01/15/16 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Factzzz


	The problem lies within that statement though. The player models look so similar from previous versions, that people are going to make erroneous statements like that, until something is truly done about the player models. Not just the minor improvements we've seen like better skin color.

Skeletal proportions were changed in 2011. I have mentioned this before, people asking in general for new player models is vague. Looking for cloth simulation and additional body types for example is something tangible one can grasp on to.

# 126 Russell_SCEA @ 01/15/16 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by ShowTyme15


	What about the possibility of having pre-built stadiums rather than a stadium creater? Think ASB. They had like 10 pre built stadiums (for expansion mode), plus future stadiums in franchise mode. Madden also has this when relocating. Have you guys considered that?

Naw if we gon do it, we gon do it big ya feel me

# 127 MauerMorneau09 @ 01/15/16 04:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Steve_OS


	Uniform slots? Available uniform slots are the same as last year.

Sorry DBacks fans. That's as far as I'm going into the topic considering how certain users feel about the unis.

# 128 MauerMorneau09 @ 01/15/16 04:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Russell_SCEA


	Naw if we gon do it, we gon do it big ya fell me

One of the greatest responses I've ever seen from anyone on this site

# 129 zello144 @ 01/15/16 04:42 PM

Not really an accessories guy but can we get actual gold colored cleats?
Like these?

Right now the gold color option in the game looks like expired mustard

# 130 jr86 @ 01/15/16 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by P.A.D.


	Honestly I don't really care about expansion stadiums and team relocation. That sounds like an enormous undertaking (as evidenced by Russell's reply) and it just isn't realistic to move the Yankees to Iowa. I think adding stadiums with roofs was a huge upgrade that is going to add to the immersion level of the game. The only real improvement I'd like to see is animations. The wonky animations last year caused MANY routine fly balls to sail over outfielders heads and literally smack into an outfielder's mug without being caught. This alone was the most unrealistic aspect of the game last year and ruined the immersion for me completely. If they can fix the animations AND fix the fielder routes, I'll be happy. By fixing fielder routes, I mean the fact that if you don't take the perfect route to a fly ball and get there 0.1 seconds after you have to, the animation for the fielder to get his glove up in the air doesn't start and the ball sails over his head. This should NEVER happen. If the animations are fixed, this game will be stellar.

Really!!! What about the comeback code!??

# 131 ryan36 @ 01/15/16 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by jr86


	Really!!! What about the comeback code!??

Ok, I know this is a joke... but guys, don't bait P.A.D. , I've lost a lot of late game leads, I think it's just because I don't close games out well. The comeback code discussion happens enough other places.

# 132 Spokker @ 01/15/16 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Speedy


	This is what I love about SCEA as their transparency and willingness to show/prove their logic is near unasailable continues to keep my faith that the game will always improve YOY.

They are certainly the most transparent dev team among triple A developers.

# 133 dran1984 @ 01/15/16 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by MauerMorneau09


	Sorry DBacks fans. That's as far as I'm going into the topic considering how certain users feel about the unis.

Very disappointing. I'm hoping that at least they found a way to get the additional jerseys in for the teams that need them. Example, instead of all teams having equal slots for jerseys they take out duplicates(Yankees, Tigers, etc.) and give those slots to teams like the diamondbacks or brewers.

# 134 seanjeezy @ 01/15/16 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by dran1984


	Very disappointing. I'm hoping that at least they found a way to get the additional jerseys in for the teams that need them. Example, instead of all teams having equal slots for jerseys they take out duplicates(Yankees, Tigers, etc.) and give those slots to teams like the diamondbacks or brewers.

Or even reducing the number of throwbacks, don't really see the need for two (or any tbh) when teams usually wear them once and then never again. Maybe just have the most iconic or unique one for nostalgia purposes.

# 135 Kalkano @ 01/15/16 06:03 PM

Haven't seen anyone else ask, so I will:

Sounds of the Show on PS4?

Ever?

# 136 bronxbombers21325 @ 01/15/16 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by sportsgamer5761


	I was wrong to use 'literally' in my post. But yeah, after looking at PS2 screenshots, other than some minor tweaks, and some articulation improvements, they are the same player models.

I have to respectfully disagree. Even though I didn't have to watch video comparisons to know they were not the same, I decided to give your argument the benefit of the doubt and watch some videos anyway(Nothing else to do while waiting for my food to be delivered). I can now say with 150% certainty that there is nothing about the current game that can even begin to be compared to a PS2 game. It's barely even comparable to PS3. The current models are leaps and bounds above PS2 models. They could use some changes to the cloth textures sure, but they do not warrant even half the complaints that they get.

# 137 WaitTilNextYear @ 01/15/16 07:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Russell_SCEA


	Naw if we gon do it, we gon do it big ya fell me

Quote:

Originally Posted by P.A.D.


	The only real improvement I'd like to see is animations. The wonky animations last year caused MANY routine fly balls to sail over outfielders heads and literally smack into an outfielder's mug without being caught. This alone was the most unrealistic aspect of the game last year and ruined the immersion for me completely. If they can fix the animations AND fix the fielder routes, I'll be happy. By fixing fielder routes, I mean the fact that if you don't take the perfect route to a fly ball and get there 0.1 seconds after you have to, the animation for the fielder to get his glove up in the air doesn't start and the ball sails over his head. This should NEVER happen. If the animations are fixed, this game will be stellar.

Then you might be happy to know that Ramone mentioned implementation of Human IK to help smooth out animations. I believe he also said they've added quite a few new animations.

I don't have any problems with routes as a lot of that can be changed with sliders, but I agree that the 'suction into the outfield wall' animation needs to go or be toned down--it's a killer with runners on base in a tag up situation because most runners can score from 2nd base.