Is '18 worth it over '17 in terms of gameplay?

[caseyj622]

I haven't played 17 in a while. After so many patches, hitting felt weird too me. Too many base hits up the middle. Is the variety of hits a lot better this year? Is game play overall a significant upgrade? Let me hear your thoughts.

[MightyMaxxx13]

Re: Is '18 worth it over '17 in terms of gameplay?

I haven't played 17 in a while. After so many patches, hitting felt weird too me. Too many base hits up the middle. Is the variety of hits a lot better this year? Is game play overall a significant upgrade? Let me hear your thoughts.

I held out until a few weeks ago as well. IMO it is worth it for the animations, presentation, and improved ball physics.

[countryboy]

Re: Is '18 worth it over '17 in terms of gameplay?

I haven't played 17 in a while. After so many patches, hitting felt weird too me. Too many base hits up the middle. Is the variety of hits a lot better this year? Is game play overall a significant upgrade? Let me hear your thoughts.

Absolutely

I stopped playing ‘17 due to it feeling unbalanced.

‘18 is easily the best baseball video game I’ve ever played. Gameplay far exceeds ‘17



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[Azamien]

Re: Is '18 worth it over '17 in terms of gameplay?

I held off on buying 18 until the price drop, and kept playing 17 regularly until then. I can say without a doubt that 18 is a better game on the field.

[forme95]

Re: Is '18 worth it over '17 in terms of gameplay?

I haven't played 17 in a while. After so many patches, hitting felt weird too me. Too many base hits up the middle. Is the variety of hits a lot better this year? Is game play overall a significant upgrade? Let me hear your thoughts.

Actual in game play of 18 is mind blowing! The animations and visuals are just outstanding. For game play its self, its the best in my opinion.

[Tomba]

Re: Is '18 worth it over '17 in terms of gameplay?

to answer the tc

it most def is and the lighting, animations (SO many organic ones too) and framerate are superb on ps4 pro

almost jaw dropping

use this roster though
https://forums.operationsports.com/f...post2049397172


and these sliders
https://forums.operationsports.com/f...8-sliders.html

[Caulfield]

Re: Is '18 worth it over '17 in terms of gameplay?

I'm biased but IMO yes. plus you can get it used @ Gamestop for $38. $30 if you're a member.
On the other hand I totally enjoyed 17 immensely and could have went another year with if I would have had to. I was able to get all my sliders dialed in to perfectly fit my style of play for 17 (&18) and I feel like never finding the right combo of sliders might have at least a little bit t do with some of the problems each year.

[NolanRyansSnowmonkey]

Re: Is '18 worth it over '17 in terms of gameplay?

I stopped playing 17 mid-season because it didnt feel like baseball should feel, even changing sliders etc. I nearly didnt purchase 18 because of 17. But once release date neared i couldn't help myself. I bought it and, to me, 18 is by far superior. 18 is my favorite version of the Show to date.

[tnixen]

Re: Is '18 worth it over '17 in terms of gameplay?

As far as "gameplay" goes YES!!!

Gameplay still could be improved in a lot of areas but it's definitely the best playing baseball game I ever played and trust me I have played just about every baseball game.

[DJ]

Re: Is '18 worth it over '17 in terms of gameplay?

100% yes. I've been hooked on 18 since release day. The gameplay stays true to its simulation roots and is a complete blast to play.

Really can't recommend this game enough to people.

[mrsaito]

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I know the OP asked specifically about game play but if you have a PS4 Pro and 4K TV the game is drop dead gorgeous graphically, much more so than '17.

[KnightTemplar]

Re: Is '18 worth it over '17 in terms of gameplay?

I know the OP asked specifically about game play but if you have a PS4 Pro and 4K TV the game is drop dead gorgeous graphically, much more so than '17.

Absolutely eye-popping.

[caseyj622]

Re: Is '18 worth it over '17 in terms of gameplay?

Thanks for the replies. I swooped it up for $40 on PSN last night. I do have a 55" samsung ks8500 4ktv and the pro and the game looks awesome. Gameplay does seem better this year so far, although I am still getting too many hits on legend. Tons of singles. First 3 games I played on legend, I had 18, 15, and 11 hits on legend with the A's aganst good pitchers. Will have to mess with sliders.

[countryboy]

Re: Is '18 worth it over '17 in terms of gameplay?

Another reason is that in '17 you couldn't do this...

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[Armor and Sword]

Re: Is '18 worth it over '17 in terms of gameplay?

Thanks for the replies. I swooped it up for $40 on PSN last night. I do have a 55" samsung ks8500 4ktv and the pro and the game looks awesome. Gameplay does seem better this year so far, although I am still getting too many hits on legend. Tons of singles. First 3 games I played on legend, I had 18, 15, and 11 hits on legend with the A's aganst good pitchers. Will have to mess with sliders.

The most critical adjustment IMO is fielder reaction and fielder speed both to 3

Your entire hit variety will open up amazingly.

If you see my slider set I am basically playing HOF default on almost every slider except those two and baserunner speed and a couple of minor tweaks.

Game is golden this year at near default.


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