post patch...can't pitch? F-R-U-S-T-R-A-T-E-D!

[natural320]

I'm a 4 year vet of this series, so I have a pretty good idea as to what I am doing and how to have fun/be successful with The Show...BUT this is the first time I am about to lose it. now maybe it is a coincidence between my breakdown and the patch, but...

I can't pitch any more (analog BTW). it doesn't matter where or how fast I move the R-stick...the cursor about 65% of the time goes right down the friggin middle now. plus to compound this problem, even when I finally DO make a good pitch, the CPU is absolutely launching bombs on (for example): low and outside corner, "okay" contact with "late" timing and their PCI well over the actual pitch location (whereas my "solid/superb" contact + "perfect" timing is resulting in dinky popups or groundouts...unless they are flat out missing the pitch completely which is now happening WAY too often. but that can be a whole other thread)

I'd get it if it was only power hitters doing this, or an average guy doing it from time to time...but it is absolutely ridiculous.

which of the sliders will stop the "wandering" pitch locator icon? it is the one for consistency or accuracy? I typically hate tweaking sliders for fear of giving myself an unfair advantage, but I need to address this issue before I lose my mind.

and just to put into perspective a typical game (pre patch) with an ace type pitcher for me would be going about 7ish innings, striking out 4-7, giving up a handfull of hits and a couple of runs. you know, a solid start (generally, I know it won't happen EVERY game and even in video game land guys will have bad days). now I am struggling to get through 5-6 innings giving up less than 7 runs, striking out maybe 1 or 2. my 'chise is with the Phillies too, so I have some good arms at my disposal. I am currently on All-Star (but I typically end up playing hall of fame by early summer FTR)

thoughts on slider tweaks?

[Pared]

Re: post patch...can't pitch? F-R-U-S-T-R-A-T-E-D!

This goes in this forum.

[doubledeuceR6]

Re: post patch...can't pitch? F-R-U-S-T-R-A-T-E-D!

I'm on Veteran and have had the same issue since the patch. My team ERA has gone from around 3.65 to 4.04. The only thing that has helped me is trying to be slow and controlled on the up stroke. I've tinkered with the sliders some but still getting alot of mistake pitches over the heart of the plate. And even when everything with the analog stick goes right I still get alot of erradic pitches whether it's the ace on the staff or some 18 year old rookie I just called up.

[natural320]

Re: post patch...can't pitch? F-R-U-S-T-R-A-T-E-D!

This goes in this forum.

my bad Pared...my thread devolved into a question about sliders. thanks!

but I can't figure this mess out. my last game I gave up 6 (yes, that number is correct) jacks to ATL between Hamels, Bastardo, and Contreras. that would be a rough WEEK...let alone single 3 inning stretch.

[Pared]

Re: post patch...can't pitch? F-R-U-S-T-R-A-T-E-D!

Since you didn't freak out like others do, I'm more than willing to give you advice here.

Are you playing in a season? If you are, the game is built on streaks and "patches" where you will excel and suck. Sometimes you have it and you won't even question it; Others you think you're doing everything right and nothing goes how it should.

Just play out the games. You'll see your players start bouncing back as the year progresses. I know when you get on those 1-6 streaks you think the CPU is cheating or the difficulty level may have broken... it's just the natural up and downs in a season.

You can also:
-Sit guys for a game if they aren't doing well.
-Change up your rotation with someone from the minors.
-Change your batting order.
-Change your approach at the plate.

What you're experiencing while pitching is going to happen. Just weather the storm and it will all even out.

[Heroesandvillains]

Re: post patch...can't pitch? F-R-U-S-T-R-A-T-E-D!

Good post Pared.

I, reluctantly, dropped Gardner out of the lead off spot (.235ish), and gave it up to Granderson (who had a hot symbol).

This one move directly lead me to a victory.

OP, try to switch things up if you feel compelled not to wait it out.

If you have an off day, skip a start with someone who needs a rest, and give the nod to either your ace or your LRP.

[natural320]

Re: post patch...can't pitch? F-R-U-S-T-R-A-T-E-D!

I try not to freak over a video game...but I LOVE the Show!!!

my offense is fine. it is the crazy erratic pitching I was getting with every stinking bum I trotted out there! I figured everyone is entitled to a rough start, but to go through the entire rotation and have it happen all at once seemed odd and quite frustrating.

now I am not throwing Halladay or Lee on the block or anything crazy...just looking to get home from work and see if I can get a bounce back game in before having to do some yard work

[Coal Stove]

Re: post patch...can't pitch? F-R-U-S-T-R-A-T-E-D!

I know what you mean. I was very frustrated at 1st w/ the pitching after the patch (kept giving up losing HR in the 9th etc.). I almost deleted the game data/patch.

I now slow down just a bit & throw a few less strikes than I did pre-patch...try to get them to chase more. I've also found that paying more attention to the stances have helped as well (I.E. whether to go inside or out more). I do find it very 'streaky' as others have said. It is finally getting enjoyable for me again. Pitching is my favorite part of the game so this was very aggravating at 1st.