MLB The Show 17 News Post

MLB The Show 17 Twitch Stream - Gameplay, Animations & Retro-Mode Deep Dive

06:08 PM - February 9, 2017 by Speedy

Sony Interactive Entertainment has just started their MLB The Show 17 Twitch stream. Watch it here.

The team will be discussing gameplay, animations and retro mode. Post your thoughts!

UPDATE: Here is the link to the archive, for those of you that missed it.

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# 121 ARoid1313 @ 02/10/17 01:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Blzer


	Best fielding cam this game has ever had is in Retro Mode, especially since it's for both offense and defense. Not quite a broadcast camera, but in my opinion it's significantly more representative of one than the one they currently have. I wonder if it's usable outside of that mode. EDIT: Aaaand Russell comes through!!!

absolutely 100% agree the retro mode fielding camera is fantastic!

# 122 ARoid1313 @ 02/10/17 01:55 AM

now that we have an awesome fielding camera option, next question is
Can we disable the home run celebration camera? I'm really hoping yes!

# 123 dutchy25 @ 02/10/17 02:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Speedy


	I wonder if the catching meter will appear when attempting snap throws?

I was also wondering this. Along with this has anybody ever been able to get an out call on a back-pick vs CPU? I use Salvy in franchise and would like to see him actually pick people off from time to time like he does in real life.

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# 124 dutchy25 @ 02/10/17 02:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Speedy


	I didn't see this! I excited to see the other catcher setups.

Sorry I realize I'm responding to you twice. But, I noticed in the VLOG and I can't even remember who it was but a view of a catcher who had already slid to the outside corner and then popped his glove out as the pitcher started to deliver. The old animation always had the glove shown right away. But in real life catchers slide around late and show the glove late because let's be honest MLB pitchers aren't throwing to the glove. They've hit the outside corner with a heater thousands of times and know where to put it.

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# 125 Caulfield @ 02/10/17 02:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Russell_SCEA


	Different year same OS :-) lol

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The next thing you know, we'll want that retro-look, but played with more than one button

# 126 knich @ 02/10/17 02:30 AM

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Originally Posted by volsfan39


	I'm sure I'll get slammed for being negative but I think I got more out of the video vlog than this stream. It's kind of like these guys are just goofing around instead of detailing anything. What I did get out of it is that the retro mode got boring very quickly. I played all the 8 bit games years ago and although I did enjoy them at the time that time has long passed. The new spin on the ball coming off the bat is fantastic and the new animations look really good also. I think they probably wish they hadn't shown the bunting as it still has issues. I won't comment on the graphics until I see more..

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Originally Posted by Houston


	I do half to agree a little. There should have been segments for each part that was listed for today and they need to be more organized. It would have been nice if they broke the things down a little more for each section that was supposed to be discussed. Maybe talk about each part 5-10 mins at least.

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Originally Posted by dran1984


	Agree 100% They listed many things on the slides that they didn't talk about. I was really hoping for more info on the Humanity AI and how it effects in game managing decisions.

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Originally Posted by Jason27


	It seems like they think THEY need to entertain us. I chuckled a few times but that's not why I am logging in to watch this stream. Would like to see them be a little more professional and give good information on the future streams, especially the franchise stream.

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Originally Posted by Impetuous65


	This stream was all over the place and the information was scarce. They should have stuck to the script, because they were horrible at giving information and showing how that translate on the field. Humanity A.I. was glossed over and offered no examples, it was a complete useless bullet point. I came away more informed by the video the other day than the deep dive. They really need to rehearse and stay focused on the information and examples. Today's stream made me not anticipate the next stream.

Could the stream have been a little more organized? Yes. That said, I enjoyed the stream because any stream is better than no stream. I also thought it was informative. How many of you prefer the old way when you got NO info and NO video until the game came out? Some of you are probably too young to remember that. I am sure the SCEA guys appreciate constructive criticism but they DO NOT have to do this. Everyone should keep that in mind. Looking forward to the next stream.

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Originally Posted by bigdipper88


	You're kidding about player models in Madden and NBA 2K being better, right? Madden's are not that good and 2k's had skinny armed alien arm looking bodies.

I think the models in both games have been great for last couple years. 2K game models are particularly good on PC. Fifa too. I'd take those models on THE SHOW any day.

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Originally Posted by TheBleedingRed21


	I still am puzzled how some complain about the graphics, I've always thought this was a gorgeous game personally.

I agree. But I think most who complain complain about the player models. And I have to agree the player models update is long overdue. That said, it is a gorgeous game, particularly on 4k tv.

# 127 Smallville102001 @ 02/10/17 02:56 AM

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Originally Posted by kt-od


	Retro mode is cool, but won't be for me. Doubt I touch it at all.

To me Retro mode just sounds like a gimmick and pointless.

# 128 bubba4 @ 02/10/17 03:11 AM

Obviously graphics are an issue here or we wouldn't be talking about them yet again before a new release. I've been gaming a LONG time and my experience has generally been that when a developer releases basically an updated game with the same engine for 2 or 3 years, they are working on something fresh for the future. Graphics wise, the MLB The show team clearly are going to go with this engine for as long a they can. The game is good, and even great. But it's stuck right now. Maybe we need to push them harder on this. Let them know that this does matter.

# 129 PVarck31 @ 02/10/17 03:20 AM

Definitely new catcher set-up and receiving animations. Adds a fresh look, and realism.

As far as Progressive Field, some nice improvements. Love the full LED board, the out of town scoreboard in the wall looks so much better, and the tarp down the line finally. (I think I may actually be responsible for that

Looks like they added some stuff to the upper deck in right, but still no names next to retired numbers. And I know I mentioned it before, but the flags need changed, but Adam said he passed it along so hoping for the best.

Honestly, my only disappointment is that it will look and most likely run better on the PS4 Pro. Which I won't be getting any time soon. But it's not like I didn't expect that.

Oh, and the Indians socks are still blue. Now that socks aren't part of the style guide I really hope they can change them to red. But overall its looking great. I can't wait!

# 130 dran1984 @ 02/10/17 03:50 AM

I'm wondering whats going on with the Indians helmets. In the vlog and the stream they are wearing matte helmets. I did a quick search and I didn't see anything saying that they are switching helmets for this season.

# 131 PVarck31 @ 02/10/17 04:00 AM

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Originally Posted by dran1984


	I'm wondering whats going on with the Indians helmets. In the vlog and the stream they are wearing matte helmets. I did a quick search and I didn't see anything saying that they are switching helmets for this season.

As far as I know they aren't switching to matte. I hate to be that guy, but it seems like there is a lot of stuff with the Indians that need worked on.

Sorry, just want my team to be as accurate as possible.

It is a WIP so things could definitely change. Pretty sure the devs know about the socks and the flags.

Would think the sock color would be an easy fix.

# 132 dran1984 @ 02/10/17 04:09 AM

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Originally Posted by PVarck31


	As far as I know they aren't switching to matte. I hate to be that guy, but it seems like there is a lot of stuff with the Indians that need worked on. Sorry, just want my team to be as accurate as possible. It is a WIP so things could definitely change. Pretty sure the devs know about the socks and the flags. Would think the sock color would be an easy fix.

I want all teams as accurate as possible lol

I know there was a bug in one of the patches last year that made all team helmets matte in the edit player screen. I hope they go back and quality check all uniform elements prior to release.

# 133 jeffy777 @ 02/10/17 04:26 AM

They should have the dude with the beard talk more. Love his laid back personality.

# 134 BlacknBlue @ 02/10/17 04:29 AM

I'm actually thinking the game is leaking the matte helmets that the Indians will wear for the upcoming season with the block C.

Video games are notorious for leaking upcoming uniform changes or debuts.

# 135 jeffy777 @ 02/10/17 04:41 AM

Just finished watching the vod. Pretty cool stuff. Was hoping for some more details on the gameplay features (ball physics, humanity AI, etc.)...they seemed to gloss over most of the stuff (I think the technical issues with the mics and camera flustered them a bit, so it's understandle). The animations do look nice and smooth, and I'm definitely digging the new ball physics.

# 136 BSUFAN @ 02/10/17 06:27 AM

I like the stream, there was lots of new information and great excitement on my part especially the new ball physics.Most people understand " Work In Progress " which was in BOLD on the stream screen but it seems every year there are still those who do not understand this concept.

# 137 dalger21 @ 02/10/17 08:42 AM

People complaining about a "work in progress" build of a game on OS? I'm shocked...said no one ever.

I know I am in the minority but much like last year with the showtime stuff, I likely won't mess with retro mode. It's cool they are trying new things but my interest is strictly in RttS. The hit variety will definitely breathe new life into The Show. Interested to see what stats have been expanded on (if any) and if things such as records to be broken, stat overlays, etc have been added.

# 138 Americas Team @ 02/10/17 08:46 AM

Regarding Retro Mode, seems that these guys approach is the opposite of the Madden football team. He states the idea floated around for a while but was low on the priority list. They put gameplay first, made sure to have the core gameplay mechanics down before implementing arcade easy to play modes.

# 139 tnixen @ 02/10/17 08:59 AM

My quick thoughts on the gameplay stream!

These are just my opinions on what I feel needs to be changed and fixed!

1. What is up with the slow motion and pausing?

There is clearly a pause when the catcher is throwing the ball on a steal attempt. And then there is this slow motion affect when the base runner is sliding into second! I absolutely do not like seeing this at all and in my opinion makes gameplay feel more like Arcade baseball

I really hope the catcher Pausing and Slow Motion can be disabled or even better just removed from the game!

2. Hits down the lines into the corners is clearly still an issue even with all the new ball physics.

Unless the batter is REALLY SLOW like perhaps with a running speed rating of maybe 30 or less they should be able to make it into second base for a double without it being so darn close! This has been a problem for like ever and I don't understand why it is still not fixed! I watch a lot of baseball and in real life even big guys like Ryan Howard or David Ordiz usually make it into second on these kind of hits into the corners pretty easy,

3. Bunting definitely still does not look fixed!

As some others have said batters with very low bunt ratings seem to be able to put down perfect bunts way to often!

4. I see they added a "Early, Late, Perfect" message above the pitching meter.

Not really a fan of that as it makes it look more busy and I hope it can be turned off!

5. In the pause menu where it shows Kipnis 2 for 19 Today it looks like it still does not show you what kind of hits he had.

There should be fast easy way to bring up the result of every players at bat in the game!

On the good side they already removed the MLB The Show 17 logo on the Scorebug! Thank You Adam_SDS

I know MLB The Show is a work in progress and so I hope my comments help the developers make the game better then it already is.

And I can't wait to see how this game looks on PS4 Pro!!!

# 140 Decker40 @ 02/10/17 09:01 AM

Animations look really good. Very impressed with the ball physics.

Noticed some of the player ratings when on a pause screen. Are these ratings the same as the default roster that is going to be shipped or will they be different? The Cubs looked a little light in the ratings...

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