MLB The Show 18 First Impressions

[ElvisP41174]

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I have seen people mention that MLB 18 is a quicker game then 17. Is this true.? Why is quicker? Did they make this year more of a arcade game then a SIM game? I hear that the AI pitcher throws all strikes which was a problem in 17 even with the slider adjusted. Anyone know?

[Matt10]

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I have seen people mention that MLB 18 is a quicker game then 17. Is this true.? Why is quicker? Did they make this year more of a arcade game then a SIM game? I hear that the AI pitcher throws all strikes which was a problem in 17 even with the slider adjusted. Anyone know?

I would say it's just quicker input when wanting to skip cutscenes. The CPU doesn't just throw strikes either. It may depend on batting difficulty though. I switched from Dynamic to All-Star and there is a lot of variety in their throws. I'd be a much better batter if they just threw strikes.

[ElvisP41174]

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I would say it's just quicker input when wanting to skip cutscenes. The CPU doesn't just throw strikes either. It may depend on batting difficulty though. I switched from Dynamic to All-Star and there is a lot of variety in their throws. I'd be a much better batter if they just threw strikes.

Is dynamic for when the game adjust to your playing style for hitting? Is it only for hitting?

[NYYanks26]

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So is it no longer possible to play exhibition games with friends using REAL teams?! Can't find the option anywhere. Of course you can play with friends using Diamond Dynasty teams though.

[Detroit Tigers]

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I have seen people mention that MLB 18 is a quicker game then 17. Is this true.? Why is quicker? Did they make this year more of a arcade game then a SIM game? I hear that the AI pitcher throws all strikes which was a problem in 17 even with the slider adjusted. Anyone know?

I don’t know what those people are talking about. Quicker how? No it’s not more “arcade” than it was last year, or any year, imo. And no the AI doesn’t just throw strikes - drew 8 walks in a recent game, a personal record for me by a mile.

[RogerDodger]

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I prefer to keep the slider maxed at 10. I like that if I get on a hot streak with every batter, it will end pretty quickly. If I go in a slump with every batter, that won't last either. It's an emotional rollercoaster. The highs and lows ebb and flow. I have no idea if I'm going to go 79-83 or bring home the Commissioner's Trophy.

I like it too and might well stick with it for the same reasons as you. Nothing lasts for longer than it should. As soon as the bats get hot, they cool down so it doesn't feel cheap. Likewise, if I'm struggling with the ball then it's not for long enough that it gets frustrating. The only thing that I'm concerned about - and I haven't played through for long enough to know for sure - is whether star players still perform at a higher level than the rest or whether there's an artificial balancing of performance. I want to know that I will have to pitch to Judge in a realistically careful way. But for now I'm very happy to keep that slider at 10.

[Blzer]

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So is it no longer possible to play exhibition games with friends using REAL teams?! Can't find the option anywhere. Of course you can play with friends using Diamond Dynasty teams though.

I thought you were talking about couch play, but now I'm starting to think you're talking about regular ol' fashioned online play.

If either was the case, what the actual ****. I currently have no plan to ever play DD online, so that must mean I'll actually just never play online altogether.

Is that mode really that popular? They should charge that as a DLC add-on and leave the core game unaffected.

[TMCGRATH120]

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The game is overall okayish. I mostly play RTTS and I am still pretty upset about not being able to pick your team. I think its pretty annoying and ignorant to not let fans have that option. I also am livid about the attribute system because i do not believe certain skills should be capped. There are players who can contain all the skills. Im no videogame developer/business man, but i feel like some of these things are common sense. Sometimes trying too hard isnt very efficent. Hopefully they take a step back next year instead of forcing me to "enjoy" a game by their rules. Sorry im very passionate and critical. lol

[Hunkerdown]

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Thanks Koosa!,

As you have seen I am having connection issues with Twitch this week. my internet is fine and I even downscaled the resolution a lot so the upload is not taxing. Yet the server keeps booting me after 15-20 minutes...sometimes less. Yet I stay connected to PSN, Twitch chat, Show Nation......it is the upload that is the issue all of a sudden. Release week I was streaming 2-3 hours at a time.....no problem.

Hopefully it isa fluke and we can get in full games again.....I really enjoy hanging out with you guys and playing ball. We have fun on the air talking baseball and The Show.

Armor I got a slim and the Show!!!
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[TVC15]

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This **** with the installing/having to play these games bs is crap. I’ve been playing this for ten years. Why the **** do I have to do this? This killed my interest for two days. Why can’t I just jump into the game?

[countryboy]

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This **** with the installing/having to play these games bs is crap. I’ve been playing this for ten years. Why the **** do I have to do this? This killed my interest for two days. Why can’t I just jump into the game?

Because it needs to install to the hard drive.

Could be worse, you could not be allowed to play any type of demo and have to wait for the game to fully install before playing.

[TVC15]

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Sorry, but when I’m on GTA, and see “MLB The Show ‘18 installed. Ready to play.” and hop on, like every other year, I’m expecting it to be ready to go. Not forcing me to play three games now, before I can even do anything.

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Sorry. It’s super late in the morning and I was jazzed to play the game. I didn’t mean anything by it. I guess I’ll go rest mode and wait. All apologies.

[NYYanks26]

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I thought you were talking about couch play, but now I'm starting to think you're talking about regular ol' fashioned online play.

If either was the case, what the actual ****. I currently have no plan to ever play DD online, so that must mean I'll actually just never play online altogether.

Is that mode really that popular? They should charge that as a DLC add-on and leave the core game unaffected.

Sorry, I wasn't specific but yep online play. You can't play a friend online head to head exhibition using real teams . Absolutely ridiculous they removed this simple concept that has been in every single sports game for the past decade plus. Regret purchasing this coaster more and more.

So much for SCEA never removing features right? That's 3 so far this year (Online Franchise, Offline Season Mode, Online H2H).

[countryboy]

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There is nothing more frustrating and gratifying than trying to pitch with a pitcher who just doesn't have his stuff that day.

Frustrating because you can't locate pitches and either walk guys or get knocked around. Gratifying that the game has this in the game.

This happened with me last night in my franchise. Marco Gonzales just didn't have his stuff today and lasted only 4 innings after throwing 97 pitches. He gave up 10 hits, 6 ER, one long ball, and walked 4. He did record 2 strikeouts.

[bcruise]

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Sorry, I wasn't specific but yep online play. You can't play a friend online head to head exhibition using real teams . Absolutely ridiculous they removed this simple concept that has been in every single sports game for the past decade plus. Regret purchasing this coaster more and more.

So much for SCEA never removing features right? That's 3 so far this year (Online Franchise, Offline Season Mode, Online H2H).

Wait, what? I haven't actually gone through the process, but I know you can still challenge friends to unranked games by going through the quick menu (touchpad button) and finding them on the friends list.