Is anyone else loving Pulse Pitching?

[N51_rob]

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As much as I love PP I have actually switched back to meter on the Vita. For whatever reason, I am horrid with it on the Vita. It's fun and a game changer on the PS3 but I am just frustrated as hell on the Vita. Granted I've only played about 15 innings on the Vita, I just didn't like it and couldn't sync with the pulse in any kind of acceptable way. But I really do love it on the PS3.

[MattP598]

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To the people that don't like PP try changing your pitching view. I tried it from outfield view and hated it then changed to Pitcher Full and loved it.

Just a suggestion.

[bobeureally27]

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Sorry if this has been asked, haven't read through the entire thread, is anyone noticing low velocities? I know you can't control speed with PP but I was 'only' throwing 94-95 with Hanrahan, 95-96 with Kimbrall, 89-90 with Cliff Lee, and Halladay's sinker 86-87. I have been exclusively using PP so far and am not sure if its a ratings thing or the system. If its the system, I may have to unfortunately switch to a different one.

Simple test: Switch to meter and see if you notice a difference. If my experience means anything, it does not make a difference. Chris Carpenter (the Red Sox pitcher, not the Cards ace) consistently hit 96-98 and has hit 99 a few times. It's most likely ratings. But from your description of velocities, it actually sounds pretty accurate.

[extremeskins04]

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Something isn't right. With Pulse Pitching even getting the circle to the absolute smallest circle you can, hitters are knocking the ball out of the park.

I just had Torrealba hit a 12-6 curve OUT OF THE ZONE, for a 410 ft shot. When I checked the batter stat window, it showed "Early".

So you're going to tell me that a mediocre hitter hit a HR on a 12-6 curve placed almost perfectly when it was thrown a ball, and he didn't hit it GOOD or PERFECTLY?

I know this isn't my skill level. Something isn't right with PP. On meter pitching I strike guys out alot. On PP I get 3-4 SO's per game at the most.

[Skyboxer]

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Something isn't right. With Pulse Pitching even getting the circle to the absolute smallest circle you can, hitters are knocking the ball out of the park.

I just had Torrealba hit a 12-6 curve OUT OF THE ZONE, for a 410 ft shot. When I checked the batter stat window, it showed "Early".

So you're going to tell me that a mediocre hitter hit a HR on a 12-6 curve placed almost perfectly when it was thrown a ball, and he didn't hit it GOOD or PERFECTLY?

I know this isn't my skill level. Something isn't right with PP. On meter pitching I strike guys out alot. On PP I get 3-4 SO's per game at the most.

Have not seen anything like you're explaining in a TON of games at mostly default HOF level. Getting good walk/SO numbers as well.
CC had over 10 K's for me yesterday in my test franchise. (Waiting for rosters)

[DickDalewood]

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Pulse Pitching = best pitching mechanic I've ever used. Prior to this, I would have said MVP's meter, followed by The Show's analog system, followed by 2K's gesture system.

It's just unreal how fun this setup is. Simple, yet challenging, and very rewarding.

[Hender3]

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Yes, I am in love with it. Brings a different style of pitching to the game.

[Zyco]

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I thought it was BS Hype.. until i tried it and I love it. Having a blast in RTTS with my Pitcher

[mwjr]

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OK, tried a few things.

1. I experimented with my view. I was using Broadcast, tried a few other camera views from behind the pitcher (just really prefer that; it gives you that broadcast feel), but ended up settling on a behind the catcher camera.
2. Tried the counting system. Got a lot better with it.

Still getting used to it, but it's slowly growing on me. However, at this point I must say that I prefer the other game's pitching interface. PUlse is growin on me, but I don't know if I'll be able to keep it up.

[cardinalbird5]

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I find it funny how people are saying this is a "gamechanger" for them lol. It is a nice feature, but it really doesn't add that much IMO. The meter was already pretty solid. The only thing I do like about Pulse pitching is that it makes it easier to use online. When I use meter online I am just all over the place due to random lag. But I see it as this......Meter=more precise if you have excellent timing but if your slightly off you will totally miss your spots. PP=less precise, but you are always around the zone you are aiming for...most of the time, depending on your pitcher. Meter=bigger reward, bigger risk; PP=less reward, less risk. I have never used analog much so I won't comment there.

[dmbfan1970]

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Well for me, it adds a ton. Meter pitching is no good because I can paint corners and hit my spots 95 percent of the time. WAY too easy with meter. In real life, pitcher can't exactly hit their spots and this is why Pulse Pitching rocks because it is more realistic.

[cardinalbird5]

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Well for me, it adds a ton. Meter pitching is no good because I can paint corners and hit my spots 95 percent of the time. WAY too easy with meter. In real life, pitcher can't exactly hit their spots and this is why Pulse Pitching rocks because it is more realistic.

Yeah I agree there, I just like changing the effectiveness of my pitches and having complete control. I never get 100 pct perfect though, but pitching in general seems easy online.

[StriderNo9]

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I still can't seem to get the timing down for PP. My circles are always too wide.

[Arlo's]

Pulse Pitching

i'm totally chock by the way MLB 12 The show improve this year. Sure pulse pitching are genious..and the hitting too.Diamond Dynasty awesome too much fun.

[Pared]

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I actually like the "ants", especially on PSV... makes the circle itself a lot easier to see.

Yes, but they don't need to animate in a circular motion. That's part of what is creating headaches - the rotating, hypnotic effect. Just leave them stationary.

You call this casual? You guys are nuts at SCEA!

But, to answer your question, I think hardcore guys (the ones that are using it) like it because it's basically a graphical version of High Heat's pitching mechanic (which I still think is the best in the business and wish SCEA would fully adopt as an option).

As one poster pointed out, it feels like you're pitching to a zone and trying to pinpoint a spot in that zone. If you don't, the ball will travel anywhere within that zone.

Honestly, I'm not having the problem others are having with the ball going no where close to the circle. I wonder if guys are realizing that the pulse is pitch break and not pin point with breaking balls?

Fantastic post - I mentioned as much to 42 at CD.

I think it people hate this, they would have hated High Heat's "simplistic" pitching system. I, on the other hand, loved its simplicity. The balance was phenomenal and this is the first mechanic I've found that replicates it well. Classic was always TOO random for my tastes. At least with this I enjoy the user controlled aspect of a specific area of location.