MLB The Show 16 Video - Franchise Mode

[Houston]

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It's still odd to me that offline franchise and online franchise have different aspects to them. It seems more logical to me to make online the same as offline but with the added bonus of having online users vs. AI.

Maybe that's just me though.

I wish is was all one mode online franchise & offline franchise the only difference would be the ability to invite friends or league members to that 1 franchise.

[MetsFan16]

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Interested to see how let's say an OSFM player's moral is handled. Is it random? does it only effect SCEA players? Or is it customizeable outside the mode (similar to contract) Same with draft picks.

[Cowboy008]

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I know this is probably a stupid question but will the players you draft every year also have morale?

[TattooedEvil]

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Totally agree. This video was basically a teaser that showed better stat tracking. It seems like they made signing free agents really easy. Nothing about this made me excited that they really did anything of substance to enhance franchise mode. On the other hand, as others have suggested, they will get into more details during the twitch stream on Thursday. But I'm not expecting anything big. Because if they had any other big additions, I'd assume they would have put them in the video blog they released today.

I'm assuming the twitch stream will clarify some smaller things people have been asking for, but nothing earth shattering.

I was really hoping for the ability to import SCEA players when they are added this year (already confirmed out). And it seems like every year is going to be the year that "franchise mode gets a refresh" but its just mostly the same. Its a really good mode to begin with, so maybe it doesn't really need a redo, but things do get stale over time. Don't get me wrong, I'll still play it, but I just don't think the additions seem all that big of an upgrade over 2015.

not saying you, but i think a lot of ppl dont see that the devs seem to get really deep into this rather then do surface upgrades/additions. they are getting deeper into stats and even players personalities rather then throwing out horrible relocation franchise stuff like other games. Everyone has been asking for career stats, and now that they put that in its not good enough. I just think ppl need to appreciate that they are basically making the base of this game and mode stronger. This was a 3 minute video and we all know Thursday will be an hour plus....i highly doubt that they will only talk about FAs and stats for 60-90 minutes. They like to hide stuff from us and make 95.3% of this site freak out. Something else is going to be released Thursday but I honestly love what I saw....I'm big on roster layouts so the contract layout was huge to me. I'm really hoping they announce that u can eat money in trades tho!

[TattooedEvil]

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Has there been any mention if the players will have their TRUE contracts in the game or just random ones?

u have to edit them if u want real life contracts

[Bondsfan]

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not saying you, but i think a lot of ppl dont see that the devs seem to get really deep into this rather then do surface upgrades/additions. they are getting deeper into stats and even players personalities rather then throwing out horrible relocation franchise stuff like other games. Everyone has been asking for career stats, and now that they put that in its not good enough. I just think ppl need to appreciate that they are basically making the base of this game and mode stronger. This was a 3 minute video and we all know Thursday will be an hour plus....i highly doubt that they will only talk about FAs and stats for 60-90 minutes. They like to hide stuff from us and make 95.3% of this site freak out. Something else is going to be released Thursday but I honestly love what I saw....I'm big on roster layouts so the contract layout was huge to me. I'm really hoping they announce that u can eat money in trades tho!

I can't help but be frustrated after that video, because afterall, franchise has changed in small increments, and every year it seems like "next year will be the year for franchise mode improvements". This stuff IS improvement, don't get me wrong. But its hardly anything that is going to be a game changer, at least for me. I could care less what David Ortiz's OPS in 1998 was. I just don't care. I know that hardcore stat folks have been clamoring for this level of detail, and I am thrilled for them that they were listened to and they go it. But it does little to impact the feel of a Franchise mode that is going stale, at least for me. Hopefully scouting and training are better, GM mode goals are better than "win the WS in the next two years or your fired", and the morale system is something that actually impacts the game (storylines mentioned in the radio show based on upset players?) rather than something like some tiny drop in rating by -1 or +1 based on the morale of the player.

This is the third game on PS4. We're almost 1/2 way through the consoles life cycle before the next consoles launch. What we have right now is an improved PS3 experience when it comes to Franchise mode. The gameplay and graphics have taken a HUGE leap when it comes to the PS4, but Franchise mode just seems to be an afterthought. I would love to see a true next generation experience, akin to OOTP but where you can play the games. I know we're not going to get that in one year, I'm realistic. But I guess I'm just hoping of big changes to Franchise every year only to see small ones that don't really resonate much with me.

I totally agree with you though, about rushing to judgement before all the details are released. I'll reserve judgement until Thursday. I'm assuming there's more, because, like you said, how will they fill an hour long stream just by showing stats and the new FA and morale mechanic. There's gotta be more!

[TattooedEvil]

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I can't help but be frustrated after that video, because afterall, franchise has changed in small increments, and every year it seems like "next year will be the year for franchise mode improvements". This stuff IS improvement, don't get me wrong. But its hardly anything that is going to be a game changer, at least for me. I could care less what David Ortiz's OPS in 1998 was. I just don't care. I know that hardcore stat folks have been clamoring for this level of detail, and I am thrilled for them that they were listened to and they go it. But it does little to impact the feel of a Franchise mode that is going stale, at least for me. Hopefully scouting and training are better, GM mode goals are better than "win the WS in the next two years or your fired", and the morale system is something that actually impacts the game (storylines mentioned in the radio show based on upset players?) rather than something like some tiny drop in rating by -1 or +1 based on the morale of the player.

This is the third game on PS4. We're almost 1/2 way through the consoles life cycle before the next consoles launch. What we have right now is an improved PS3 experience when it comes to Franchise mode. The gameplay and graphics have taken a HUGE leap when it comes to the PS4, but Franchise mode just seems to be an afterthought. I would love to see a true next generation experience, akin to OOTP but where you can play the games. I know we're not going to get that in one year, I'm realistic. But I guess I'm just hoping of big changes to Franchise every year only to see small ones that don't really resonate much with me.

I totally agree with you though, about rushing to judgement before all the details are released. I'll reserve judgement until Thursday. I'm assuming there's more, because, like you said, how will they fill an hour long stream just by showing stats and the new FA and morale mechanic. There's gotta be more!

ya I'm with you on the stats thing for sure. I don't need em, but now at least I don't have to see a comment about needing them every 6-7 comments. Trading and contract structuring are probably the biggest things that i'd love to see considering Ramone already said there wont be a concession/ticket pricing part this year, although I think its coming and they wanna perfect it before they come. From one SF fan to another tho I would absolutely love to see if a HR over the bricks hits the water!

[ktd1976]

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Looks good, as if SCEA is closing the gap some with NBA 2k. I'd still like confirmation on:

• Franchise player demotion/promotion based on more than just injuries
• Will transfer saves include previous season stats INCLUDING your unique season stats previously played?
• Bullpen AI so that RPs are used more strategically, and not just pulled after giving up a run
• More subtle defensive shifts by AI
• Spring training not counting as player option
• The new playoff roster rule from 2015 that anyone on the 40-man roster is eligible, regardless whether they've played during the season or not

As TBarnes said earlier, any player who is on the 40 man roster, who is sent down during spring training, it DOES use an option. The Show has this CORRECT.

Also, there was no new playoff roster rule. To be eligible for the post season, a player MUST be either on the MLB roster on August 31st, or on the MLB disabled list.

A player who is on the MLB roster as of that date, but is subsequently injured, is able to be replaced by any player on the 40 man roster, provided they were with the organization on or before August 31st. Any player added AFTER August 31st is ineligible for the post season, regardless of if they are on the 40 man roster.

Players on the MLB DL can be replaced as well by anyone on the 40 man roster, provided they were with the organization on or before August 31st.

This has been the rule for YEARS, and MLB The Show gets it correct.

[Mike Lowe]

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Also, there was no new playoff roster rule. To be eligible for the post season, a player MUST be either on the MLB roster on August 31st, or on the MLB disabled list.

A player who is on the MLB roster as of that date, but is subsequently injured, is able to be replaced by any player on the 40 man roster, provided they were with the organization on or before August 31st. Any player added AFTER August 31st is ineligible for the post season, regardless of if they are on the 40 man roster.

Players on the MLB DL can be replaced as well by anyone on the 40 man roster, provided they were with the organization on or before August 31st.

This has been the rule for YEARS, and MLB The Show gets it correct.

Unfortunately the Show does not have it correct since the 2014 season.

http://www.foxsports.com/mlb/just-a-bit-outside/baseball-joe/blog/more-players-to-choose-from-for-postseason-roster-090114

[RandyBass]

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Looks solid. Still needs a more robust minor leagues though to really feel authentic. I know that would require new stadiums and all, and as such is probably a long ways away, but at the very least I'd like to see:

-Playable Long season A ball
-Playable Short season A ball where you'd send your draft picks
-A non-playable instructional league to stash players (like A ball is now)
-A longer and more in depth draft
-A more in depth and more realistic player development process

[redsfan4life]

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Also, based on this it doesn't look like we're going to get any online franchise info before release..which is really disappointing.



The last ones left are Battle Royale and Conquest. Along with graphical stuff.

[HozAndMoose]

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Also, based on this it doesn't look like we're going to get any online franchise info before release..which is really disappointing.



The last ones left are Battle Royale and Conquest. Along with graphical stuff.

What makes you think the Franchise stream on Thursday won't cover online? They did last year.

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[dalger21]

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Random question: Will these career stats also be there for RttS players that brought players from MLB '14 forward?

[underdog13]

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Random question: Will these career stats also be there for RttS players that brought players from MLB '14 forward?

I would 99.9% assume so, there would be no excuse why not as they already have all those old stats.

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[Peter_OS]

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I like this!

Would be nice to show career stats on this screen, or an option to flip (R1/L1) the page to view them, just like a player card. (something to add for next year's game. )