S & B’s Directional/Classic MLB 23 Sliders

[DarthRambo]

Re: S & B’s Directional/Classic MLB 23 Sliders

That is another part of playing a 162 game season that DD players don't realize. You will go through periods where you cannot hit for whatever reason.

It could be the patch or a slump or both.

You can also be playing in a park that you don't like and that can just tank your offense.

I am playing a series in Detroit and I hate their park.
The park is HUGE you have to absolutely crush a ball to hit it out. I am also not too crazy about the hitting background there.

Franchise has multiple things that can mess up your hitting.

DD players I will never understand how they get enjoyment over 3 inning games in fictional or created ballparks. At least 90% of runs scored are by homeruns. Zero stolen bases and very rarely do I see manufactured runs when I have watched on Twitch.

It's so so boring to watch tbh. I just can't understand how it's not boring to play with every game being exactly the same.

Now I will admit the co op 9 inning games look like a lot of fun. If only they had timing only and classic pitching only lobbies.

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[HeadCoach2.0]

Re: S & B’s Directional/Classic MLB 23 Sliders

DD players I will never understand how they get enjoyment over 3 inning games in fictional or created ballparks. At least 90% of runs scored are by homeruns. Zero stolen bases and very rarely do I see manufactured runs when I have watched on Twitch.

It's so so boring to watch tbh. I just can't understand how it's not boring to play with every game being exactly the same.

Now I will admit the co op 9 inning games look like a lot of fun. If only they had timing only and classic pitching only lobbies.

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Great post.

Another thing that DD players don't get is that right along with the pitcher batter interaction the infield timing is the main essence of the whole sport.

If you don't have the infield timing accurate then it is not a good simulation. I tell Bryan all the time how good the infield timing is. When I look at the 8 minute MLB daily highlights the infield play matches the sliders perfectly. I can predict whether guys will be safe or out in real life based off the same situations in games I have played.

One good thing about the modern era is that EVERYONE hustles to first base. Nobody is really running slow it's just some guys don't have blazing speed. When a major league IF gets the ball he is under the gun to get the throw out accurately.

Nothing is wrong with hitting homers and collecting player cards in DD but that is not where my enjoyment of the game comes from.

Realistic timing is the real jewel of this slider set.

If you use default the IF all have strong arms which is just not realistic.

[Noiziv]

Re: S & B’s Directional/Classic MLB 23 Sliders

I keep coming back to this thread when looking at sliders, and I think I’m going to give them a shot. I’m sure this has been asked before, but what changes are recommended for HoF difficulty? I’m used to the pitch speed on default HoF and don’t know that I can get used to AllStar again, and having used HoF for the last several years I’d like to stick with it if possible.

Thanks!

[DarthRambo]

Re: S & B’s Directional/Classic MLB 23 Sliders

I keep coming back to this thread when looking at sliders, and I think I’m going to give them a shot. I’m sure this has been asked before, but what changes are recommended for HoF difficulty? I’m used to the pitch speed on default HoF and don’t know that I can get used to AllStar again, and having used HoF for the last several years I’d like to stick with it if possible.



Thanks!

Tbh, I would just plug version 3 in on HOF and I think you'll be good to go. We're still trying to find a way to lower cpu strikeouts, but other than that these are set. You can always raise pitch speeds on Allstar to match the speed you're comfortable with as an option as well.

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[bryanm1982]

Re: S & B’s Directional/Classic MLB 23 Sliders

Tbh, I would just plug version 3 in on HOF and I think you'll be good to go. We're still trying to find a way to lower cpu strikeouts, but other than that these are set. You can always raise pitch speeds on Allstar to match the speed you're comfortable with as an option as well.

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To be honest, I tried 2 games playing this set on legend and gave up 3 and 5 hits. And still had over 10 K.

For hitting, I would bump up user timing for HOF. Not sure if timing at 0 would be good.

[Noiziv]

Re: S & B’s Directional/Classic MLB 23 Sliders

Tbh, I would just plug version 3 in on HOF and I think you'll be good to go. We're still trying to find a way to lower cpu strikeouts, but other than that these are set. You can always raise pitch speeds on Allstar to match the speed you're comfortable with as an option as well.

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To be honest, I tried 2 games playing this set on legend and gave up 3 and 5 hits. And still had over 10 K.

For hitting, I would bump up user timing for HOF. Not sure if timing at 0 would be good.

Appreciate the replies! I might first plug it into HoF and see what happens. As far as timing, that was one setting I was worried about that I might need to change too. I would imagine the higher the difficulty, the less forgiving the game would be on less-than-perfect swings. If you were to bump up the timing, how far would you say? Maybe 1-2?

I may also just try AS and see how I feel with it too. Never know until you try.

[bryanm1982]

Re: S & B’s Directional/Classic MLB 23 Sliders

Appreciate the replies! I might first plug it into HoF and see what happens. As far as timing, that was one setting I was worried about that I might need to change too. I would imagine the higher the difficulty, the less forgiving the game would be on less-than-perfect swings. If you were to bump up the timing, how far would you say? Maybe 1-2?

I may also just try AS and see how I feel with it too. Never know until you try.

We always felt you get more hit variety with Allstar. Our experience in the past years hitting on HOF was too many hits were home runs. But you are right, that would be slower pitch speeds. You could also raise pitch speed by 1 on AS. But on HOF, I would maybe start with 2-3 at first and try it. Or you can try default and work your way down if it is too easy.

[HeadCoach2.0]

Re: S & B’s Directional/Classic MLB 23 Sliders

My record with the Mets is 24-10 right now.

I have a 2 game lead over the Braves with the Phillies right behind them.

I noticed I am 16-2 in Day Games and 8-8 in night games.

My record is good but I have gotten lucky in some games. I honestly should have around 20 wins but I had some plays go my way in extra/late innings.

What I actually want to do is to just run away with the division so I can clinch a top playoff spot. But the Braves are right there.

I have also benefitted from playing some teams with weak hitting.

You have to approach every game like it is a playoff game.

[DarthRambo]

Re: S & B’s Directional/Classic MLB 23 Sliders

Probably the most up and down game I've ever played just now. Using Pirates in a franchise I go down 7-0 after 4 innings. Vince Velasquez 3.2ip 8 hits, 7 earned.

I make a crazy come back with the help of homeruns by McCutchen who hit two this game. I score two in the 4th, four in the 6th, then two more in the 7th to take a 9-7 lead. Bullpen did well with the likes od Minaya, Hernandez, and Underwood Jr.

Then comes top 8th I bring in Oviedo. He gives up back to back homeruns and we're tied at 9. Top of the 9th they hit ANOTHER homerun off of him to go up 10-9. Dumb of me to leave him in.

Bottom 9 Hayes hits a single. Jack Suwinski up and I blast a walk off homerun to win it 11-10 final score. Just a wild game lol

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[PhlliesPhan6]

Re: S & B’s Directional/Classic MLB 23 Sliders

Just an observation from trying a bunch of different sets from this board. Does anyone find that you don't draw enough walks with the difficulty set at All-Star? It seems like the lower difficulty the more the opposing pitcher just hammers the strike zone. Has this been anyone else's experience?

[DarthRambo]

Re: S & B’s Directional/Classic MLB 23 Sliders

Just an observation from trying a bunch of different sets from this board. Does anyone find that you don't draw enough walks with the difficulty set at All-Star? It seems like the lower difficulty the more the opposing pitcher just hammers the strike zone. Has this been anyone else's experience?

I just drew 6 last game. Seems pretty good to me. That's even with their consistency up to 7. So far in my new Pirates franchise I have 19BB in 7 games played. 2.7BB/game average.

And difficulty only effects PCI size and nothing else. Cpu will pitch same exact way, and plate approach is exactly the same on all difficulty levels.

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[jcar0725]

Re: S & B’s Directional/Classic MLB 23 Sliders

Just an observation from trying a bunch of different sets from this board. Does anyone find that you don't draw enough walks with the difficulty set at All-Star? It seems like the lower difficulty the more the opposing pitcher just hammers the strike zone. Has this been anyone else's experience?

that's been my experience. on legend the cpu really tries to avoid putting pitches in the strike and really paints the corners, and toys with your patience to not swing.

[bryanm1982]

Re: S & B’s Directional/Classic MLB 23 Sliders

I would walk more if they would stop throwing those outside sliders. LOL

[The Kid 24]

Re: S & B’s Directional/Classic MLB 23 Sliders

I would walk more if they would stop throwing those outside sliders. LOL

Lol same here!!

And stupid low changeups!

[PhlliesPhan6]

Re: S & B’s Directional/Classic MLB 23 Sliders

that's been my experience. on legend the cpu really tries to avoid putting pitches in the strike and really paints the corners, and toys with your patience to not swing.

Patience of which I have none so I'm usually striking out a double digit amount every game on the sliders sets I've tried on Legend. HOF seems to be the sweet spot for me.