MLB 09: The Show Patch Released 4/27/09 - Impressions and Discussion Here

[coreyhartsdaughter]

Re: MLB 09: The Show Patch Released 4/27/09 - Impressions and Discussion Here

It will happen sometimes, yes - but that doesn't mean he's out. My example was dependant on the bases loaded.

My beef is that the CPU doesn't take the appropriate action after the pitch, it's wildly inconsistent.

[callmetaternuts]

Re: MLB 09: The Show Patch Released 4/27/09 - Impressions and Discussion Here

Correct, 2 outs, full count - ex. runner on 1st and 3rd, and you press the "advance all runners" as the pitcher delivers, and the pitch is a ball.

You can still be thrown out, as well as score on this play.

Thats correct. The runner on 3rd does not ahve to advance. There is no one "pushing him". The guy going from 1st to second can not be tagged out, but the runner from 3rd to home can be.

If the bases were loaded, then the outcome doesnt amtter as the runner is "pushed home" by the walk.

[coreyhartsdaughter]

Re: MLB 09: The Show Patch Released 4/27/09 - Impressions and Discussion Here

ohhh ok...I don't think I am alone in not knowing that was what you meant.

I have never tried that so I have never witnessed it but that is a problem.

No sweat, my initial post was very vague indeed. My apologies.

[coreyhartsdaughter]

Re: MLB 09: The Show Patch Released 4/27/09 - Impressions and Discussion Here

Thats correct. The runner on 3rd does not ahve to advance. There is no one "pushing him". The guy going from 1st to second can not be tagged out, but the runner from 3rd to home can be.

If the bases were loaded, then the outcome doesnt amtter as the runner is "pushed home" by the walk.

Yup, but try this next time - the catcher won't even attempt to tag the runner, he just throws the ball back to the pitcher and the "walk" cut scene begins.

[Speedy]

Re: MLB 09: The Show Patch Released 4/27/09 - Impressions and Discussion Here

So what happens during the cutscene? Does the runner score?

[callmetaternuts]

Re: MLB 09: The Show Patch Released 4/27/09 - Impressions and Discussion Here

Yup, but try this next time - the catcher won't even attempt to tag the runner, he just throws the ball back to the pitcher and the "walk" cut scene begins.

Ok, i gotcha. I havent tried that (nor will I, seems a bit cheap), but your beef is with the fact that you can start the runner at third and score on that play when in real life, the catcher would stand up, walk about 10 inches and tag the runner out before he crosses home.

[Gagnon39]

Re: MLB 09: The Show Patch Released 4/27/09 - Impressions and Discussion Here

Interesting. Does this happen every time?

[Speedy]

Re: MLB 09: The Show Patch Released 4/27/09 - Impressions and Discussion Here

The catcher should try and tag the runner coming home rather than throw it back to the pitcher thus giving up a run.

Right when I posted that the OP stated what happened next...But I'd like to know if a walk ensues if the runner on 3rd scores then.

[kehlis]

Re: MLB 09: The Show Patch Released 4/27/09 - Impressions and Discussion Here

Right when I posted that the OP stated what happened next...But I'd like to know if a walk ensues if the runner on 3rd scores then.

my bad. post deleted

[coreyhartsdaughter]

Re: MLB 09: The Show Patch Released 4/27/09 - Impressions and Discussion Here

So what happens during the cutscene? Does the runner score?

yes - and Matt Vasgersian gets all hot and bothered about how amazing it was to steal home.

[coreyhartsdaughter]

Re: MLB 09: The Show Patch Released 4/27/09 - Impressions and Discussion Here

Ok, i gotcha. I havent tried that (nor will I, seems a bit cheap), but your beef is with the fact that you can start the runner at third and score on that play when in real life, the catcher would stand up, walk about 10 inches and tag the runner out before he crosses home.

Yes.

[n8rockerasu]

Re: MLB 09: The Show Patch Released 4/27/09 - Impressions and Discussion Here

The catcher should try and tag the runner coming home rather than throw it back to the pitcher thus giving up a run.

I think the problem with this is, you're technically playing the game wrong, and a play like that wouldn't happen in real life. It reminds me of the Youtube videos in Madden of having all 11 guys on defense cover one receiver and STILL being able to complete a pass. Yeah, it's stupid, but the game wasn't intended to be played like that. Both Madden and The Show have plenty of legitimate problems, but expecting the developers to code for every style of unorthodox/unrealistic play is a bit much to ask. This is a sim, remember.

[Gagnon39]

Re: MLB 09: The Show Patch Released 4/27/09 - Impressions and Discussion Here

The problem would be from 2nd to 3rd. Does the same thing happen?

[coreyhartsdaughter]

Re: MLB 09: The Show Patch Released 4/27/09 - Impressions and Discussion Here

Interesting. Does this happen every time?

Every time I've been in that position, yes. It was in the 08' version as well. The solution to avoid the "cheese" is obviously to hold the runners, but as I mentioned - it's easier from a controller stand point - especially if you have another runner on besides third, is just to give the "steal all" command on the pitch.

[coreyhartsdaughter]

Re: MLB 09: The Show Patch Released 4/27/09 - Impressions and Discussion Here

I think the problem with this is, you're technically playing the game wrong, and a play like that wouldn't happen in real life. It reminds me of the Youtube videos in Madden of having all 11 guys on defense cover one receiver and STILL being able to complete a pass. Yeah, it's stupid, but the game wasn't intended to be played like that. Both Madden and The Show have plenty of legitimate problems, but expecting the developers to code for every style of unorthodox/unrealistic play is a bit much to ask. This is a sim, remember.

I'm playing the game wrong?