PureSim Baseball 2005 Gold Edition arrives early next week!

Shaun Sullivan · 09-30-2005, 07:56 AM

Matrix Games has released it to manufacturing and I'm pretty excited. I can't wait to get my boxed copy in the mail

It's almost surreal that after all these years it looks like I'll even be hitting store shelves as well. If all goes well the game should be ready for purchase on Monday (right after the Red Sox clinch!)

Even better news for current PureSim 2005 owners, the Matrix folks agreed to let me offer this release as a FREE upgrade to current 2005 owners. I'm sure they didn't love the idea but it was pretty cool that they agreed.

I put together a page with more info here

Thanks to all that have supported PureSim in the past.

Go Red Sox.

lighthousekeeper · 09-30-2005, 08:05 AM

congrats! i'll be picking up a copy.

edit: game packaging...neato!

condors · 09-30-2005, 08:18 AM

congrats!

MizzouRah · 09-30-2005, 11:54 AM

Great news! I'm assuming the gold version will work with saved careers?

Shaun Sullivan · 09-30-2005, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by MizzouRah

Great news! I'm assuming the gold version will work with saved careers?

Absolutely.

rjolley · 09-30-2005, 12:37 PM

Will the downloadable version of the game be available when the boxed copy is?

Shaun Sullivan · 09-30-2005, 02:04 PM

maximus · 09-30-2005, 02:55 PM

I'd would like to buy this. I have been a OOTP player for the past 2 years. Although I have tried the demo I never played the full incarnation of PSBB. Can someone give me the "Pro & Cons" PS has over its competitors? Thanks.

The one thing I read in the PS forums was that Shaun is thinking (or is going to) implement an "interactive almanac patterned after www.baseballreference.com" for PS2006. This alone is something that could push me over the top.

My goals for my solo leagues are as follows;

*Fictional play with real teams (With realistic stats based on point #2)
*MLB type stats based in the 1980 era
*Realistic contracts
*Deep in-game almanac (please give examples or compare if possible)

If the full version of PS can satisfy these needs I'll buy PS. One more question. How is the modding community for PS (strong - not strong)?

edit: Id also like to try a demo again. Is there one available?

Ksyrup · 10-06-2005, 04:22 PM

Just wanted to congratulate Shaun and let him know I appreciate his allowing those of us who bought the "older" version of the game to download the new version. There are several steps to follow to get the free download, but it was quite easy and went off without a problem. I hope to fire up a league next week and check the game out for the first time in quite a while.

Swaggs · 10-06-2005, 04:44 PM

How much will it cost?

I think I might have to pick this up, since I can no longer seem to get interested in OOTP solo player.

stevew · 10-06-2005, 04:50 PM

The digital download is 29.99

Swaggs · 10-06-2005, 06:54 PM

Are there coaching staffs or, at least, a manager in PureSim?

Antmeister · 10-06-2005, 07:41 PM

Congrats Shaun. It must be an awesome feeling to see your product being set up on store shelves and to know that you accomplished this with a lot of passion and hard work. Here's wishing you continued successs.

FBPro · 10-06-2005, 08:13 PM

Is there a link to the download version? I checked the Matrix site and didn't find one.

Antmeister · 10-06-2005, 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by FBPro

Is there a link to the download version? I checked the Matrix site and didn't find one.

Here's where I saw it after checking out the site. When you click the purchase the game, it gives you the option to go the digital download route.

http://www.digitalriver.com/dr/v2/ec...P=0&CACHE_ID=0

Pumpy Tudors · 10-06-2005, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by FBPro

Is there a link to the download version? I checked the Matrix site and didn't find one.

Click the "Buy Now" link on the left side of the game's page at http://www.matrixgames.com/game.asp?gid=315. It's a couple clicks more after that page, but you'll get there. The reason I didn't give a direct link is that I think it might've given me a link based on a cookie it sent to my computer, so it might not work for anyone else. Try clicking "Buy Now" and navigate your way there. It should work.

Shaun Sullivan · 10-06-2005, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Antmeister71

Congrats Shaun. It must be an awesome feeling to see your product being set up on store shelves and to know that you accomplished this with a lot of passion and hard work. Here's wishing you continued successs.

Thanks so much. It does feel great, almost surreal.

I can't wait until I get the first boxed copy in my hands, that will be cool

FBPro · 10-06-2005, 08:51 PM

Shaun,

How do us previous owners get the d/l version free?

sovereignstar · 10-06-2005, 09:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FBPro

Shaun,

How do us previous owners get the d/l version free?

There's directions posted at the PureSim board.

FBPro · 10-06-2005, 09:13 PM

Easy Mac · 10-06-2005, 09:22 PM

Shaun, any chance I can get a hard copy... ya know we're in the same town and all... i'll take you to a stingray's game or something. Think of it is as a review copy (see my sig)

Shaun Sullivan · 10-06-2005, 09:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Easy Mac

Shaun, any chance I can get a hard copy... ya know we're in the same town and all... i'll take you to a stingray's game or something. Think of it is as a review copy (see my sig)

Easy,

We have to hook up. I'll bet we've sat next to eachother at bars in Charleston

I live in Dunes West in Mt. Pleasant, not sure if you know where that is or not, but lets get together.

The boxed copies don't arrive from production until next week but I'll be sure to consider giving you one if you buy me a few cold ones.

Easy Mac · 10-06-2005, 09:31 PM

If all it costs me to get a free game is to get a man drunk... I'm there.... wait, does that sound as gay in type as it would out loud?

MizzouRah · 10-06-2005, 09:38 PM

DSL is back!! ..and I can't wait to d/l and install the new version!

Thanks for the new add-ons as well.

jbmagic · 10-06-2005, 10:05 PM

is there a demo to try out the latest version?

NoMyths · 10-06-2005, 10:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shaun Sullivan

Easy,

We have to hook up. I'll bet we've sat next to eachother at bars in Charleston

I live in Dunes West in Mt. Pleasant, not sure if you know where that is or not, but lets get together.

The boxed copies don't arrive from production until next week but I'll be sure to consider giving you one if you buy me a few cold ones.

Could this party expand to three? I'd be happy to help celebrate the release with you, as we've discussed before.

Godzilla Blitz · 10-10-2005, 02:42 PM

Congrats on the game getting released!

I'm thinking to give this one a shot, but was hunting around the site for a demo. Couldn't seem to find one, and would just like to add my voice to the others wondering about a demo version.

Also, I notice the game is available for download, but I would much rather get the boxed version. I checked Gamestop, EB Games, and GoGamer, but they don't seem to have any news for it. Is the rumor true that the boxed version is only available from the developer if you send him a case of cold beer? Are there other, more traditional ways of getting the boxed version?

Thanks, and congrats on the release.

09-30-2005, 02:04 PM	#7
Shaun Sullivan PureSim Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mount Pleasant, SC	Yep

09-30-2005, 02:55 PM	#8
maximus Banned Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Where the system is screwed	I'd would like to buy this. I have been a OOTP player for the past 2 years. Although I have tried the demo I never played the full incarnation of PSBB. Can someone give me the "Pro & Cons" PS has over its competitors? Thanks. The one thing I read in the PS forums was that Shaun is thinking (or is going to) implement an "interactive almanac patterned after www.baseballreference.com" for PS2006. This alone is something that could push me over the top. My goals for my solo leagues are as follows; Fictional play with real teams (With realistic stats based on point #2) MLB type stats based in the 1980 era Realistic contracts Deep in-game almanac (please give examples or compare if possible) If the full version of PS can satisfy these needs I'll buy PS. One more question. How is the modding community for PS (strong - not strong)? edit: Id also like to try a demo again. Is there one available? Last edited by maximus : 09-30-2005 at 02:56 PM.

10-06-2005, 04:22 PM	#9
Ksyrup This guy has posted so much, his fingers are about to fall off. Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: In Absentia	Just wanted to congratulate Shaun and let him know I appreciate his allowing those of us who bought the "older" version of the game to download the new version. There are several steps to follow to get the free download, but it was quite easy and went off without a problem. I hope to fire up a league next week and check the game out for the first time in quite a while. __________________ M's pitcher Miguel Batista: "Now, I feel like I've had everything. I've talked pitching with Sandy Koufax, had Kenny G play for me. Maybe if I could have an interview with God, then I'd be served. I'd be complete."

10-06-2005, 04:44 PM	#10
Swaggs Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000	How much will it cost? I think I might have to pick this up, since I can no longer seem to get interested in OOTP solo player. __________________ DOWN WITH HATTRICK!!! The RWBL Are you reading In The Bleachers?

10-06-2005, 06:54 PM	#12
Swaggs Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000	Are there coaching staffs or, at least, a manager in PureSim? __________________ DOWN WITH HATTRICK!!! The RWBL Are you reading In The Bleachers?

09-30-2005, 08:05 AM	#2
lighthousekeeper College Starter Join Date: Oct 2000	congrats! i'll be picking up a copy. edit: game packaging...neato! Last edited by lighthousekeeper : 09-30-2005 at 08:06 AM.

09-30-2005, 08:18 AM	#3
condors College Starter Join Date: Oct 2000	congrats!

09-30-2005, 11:54 AM	#4
MizzouRah Hall Of Famer Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Troy, Mo	Great news! I'm assuming the gold version will work with saved careers?

09-30-2005, 12:37 PM	#6
rjolley College Starter Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Roseville, CA	Will the downloadable version of the game be available when the boxed copy is?

10-06-2005, 04:50 PM	#11
stevew Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: the yo'	The digital download is 29.99

10-06-2005, 07:41 PM	#13
Antmeister Pro Starter Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: At the corner of Beat Street and Electric Avenue	Congrats Shaun. It must be an awesome feeling to see your product being set up on store shelves and to know that you accomplished this with a lot of passion and hard work. Here's wishing you continued successs.

10-06-2005, 08:13 PM	#14
FBPro College Starter Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: SE	Is there a link to the download version? I checked the Matrix site and didn't find one. __________________ GM RayCo Raiders-est. 2004-2012 Charter member of the IHOF-RayCo GM GM Tennessee Titans PFL 2011-2014 GM Tennessee Titans FOWL 2020-2025

10-06-2005, 08:51 PM	#18
FBPro College Starter Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: SE	Shaun, How do us previous owners get the d/l version free? __________________ GM RayCo Raiders-est. 2004-2012 Charter member of the IHOF-RayCo GM GM Tennessee Titans PFL 2011-2014 GM Tennessee Titans FOWL 2020-2025

10-06-2005, 09:13 PM	#20
FBPro College Starter Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: SE	Thx __________________ GM RayCo Raiders-est. 2004-2012 Charter member of the IHOF-RayCo GM GM Tennessee Titans PFL 2011-2014 GM Tennessee Titans FOWL 2020-2025

10-06-2005, 09:22 PM	#21
Easy Mac Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Here	Shaun, any chance I can get a hard copy... ya know we're in the same town and all... i'll take you to a stingray's game or something. Think of it is as a review copy (see my sig)

10-06-2005, 09:31 PM	#23
Easy Mac Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Here	If all it costs me to get a free game is to get a man drunk... I'm there.... wait, does that sound as gay in type as it would out loud?

10-06-2005, 09:38 PM	#24
MizzouRah Hall Of Famer Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Troy, Mo	DSL is back!! ..and I can't wait to d/l and install the new version! Thanks for the new add-ons as well.

10-06-2005, 10:05 PM	#25
jbmagic Pro Starter Join Date: Apr 2004	is there a demo to try out the latest version?

10-10-2005, 02:42 PM	#27
Godzilla Blitz College Starter Join Date: Oct 2000	Congrats on the game getting released! I'm thinking to give this one a shot, but was hunting around the site for a demo. Couldn't seem to find one, and would just like to add my voice to the others wondering about a demo version. Also, I notice the game is available for download, but I would much rather get the boxed version. I checked Gamestop, EB Games, and GoGamer, but they don't seem to have any news for it. Is the rumor true that the boxed version is only available from the developer if you send him a case of cold beer? Are there other, more traditional ways of getting the boxed version? Thanks, and congrats on the release.

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