Beta Impressions...

[Steve_OS]

OK guys, you know the drill.

I haven't gone into Franchise modes much, but I have played around 10 games. I'll try to answer any questions you might have and get some movies and screenshots up as soon as I can.

Post away.

[SoMiss2000]

Re: Beta Impressions...

How is the collision detection so far in the game?

Describe the fielder cam or whatever. Does it control pretty easy?

How are the pitch speeds?

How are the stadiums?

Are there a variety of hits this year? Too many pop-ups with zone hitting last year.

[SoMiss2000]

Re: Beta Impressions...

How is the collision detection so far in the game?

Describe the fielder cam or whatever. Does it control pretty easy?

How are the pitch speeds?

How are the stadiums?

Are there a variety of hits this year? Too many pop-ups with zone hitting last year.

[SoMiss2000]

Re: Beta Impressions...

How is the collision detection so far in the game?

Describe the fielder cam or whatever. Does it control pretty easy?

How are the pitch speeds?

How are the stadiums?

Are there a variety of hits this year? Too many pop-ups with zone hitting last year.

[Steve_OS]

Re: Beta Impressions...

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SoMiss2000 said:
How is the collision detection so far in the game?

Describe the fielder cam or whatever. Does it control pretty easy?

How are the pitch speeds?

How are the stadiums?

Are there a variety of hits this year? Too many pop-ups with zone hitting last year.

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You will still see arms going through bodies, etc. It might be a while before we see a game that does that right.

It takes some time to get used to, but I am getting used to it. I think it's a nice addition.

Well, you can select the pitch speeds in the options menu. I think there are 4 or 5 different pitch speeds.

I haven't played in all of them, but from the ones I've played, they look pretty amazing.

I still notice more popouts than groundouts in zone hitting. I haven't played much w/ the cursor batting yet, but I should get some in tonight.

[Steve_OS]

Re: Beta Impressions...

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SoMiss2000 said:
How is the collision detection so far in the game?

Describe the fielder cam or whatever. Does it control pretty easy?

How are the pitch speeds?

How are the stadiums?

Are there a variety of hits this year? Too many pop-ups with zone hitting last year.

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You will still see arms going through bodies, etc. It might be a while before we see a game that does that right.

It takes some time to get used to, but I am getting used to it. I think it's a nice addition.

Well, you can select the pitch speeds in the options menu. I think there are 4 or 5 different pitch speeds.

I haven't played in all of them, but from the ones I've played, they look pretty amazing.

I still notice more popouts than groundouts in zone hitting. I haven't played much w/ the cursor batting yet, but I should get some in tonight.

[Steve_OS]

Re: Beta Impressions...

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SoMiss2000 said:
How is the collision detection so far in the game?

Describe the fielder cam or whatever. Does it control pretty easy?

How are the pitch speeds?

How are the stadiums?

Are there a variety of hits this year? Too many pop-ups with zone hitting last year.

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You will still see arms going through bodies, etc. It might be a while before we see a game that does that right.

It takes some time to get used to, but I am getting used to it. I think it's a nice addition.

Well, you can select the pitch speeds in the options menu. I think there are 4 or 5 different pitch speeds.

I haven't played in all of them, but from the ones I've played, they look pretty amazing.

I still notice more popouts than groundouts in zone hitting. I haven't played much w/ the cursor batting yet, but I should get some in tonight.

[Haggis]

Re: Beta Impressions...

How is the pitcher control? is it more difficult to place pitches, and how many innings does a pitcher usually last if he's not getting lit up too bad.

is there more variety in hits?

do player uni's get dirty during the game?

How difficult is the CPU AI?

thanks

[Haggis]

Re: Beta Impressions...

How is the pitcher control? is it more difficult to place pitches, and how many innings does a pitcher usually last if he's not getting lit up too bad.

is there more variety in hits?

do player uni's get dirty during the game?

How difficult is the CPU AI?

thanks

[Haggis]

Re: Beta Impressions...

How is the pitcher control? is it more difficult to place pitches, and how many innings does a pitcher usually last if he's not getting lit up too bad.

is there more variety in hits?

do player uni's get dirty during the game?

How difficult is the CPU AI?

thanks

[Steve_OS]

Re: Beta Impressions...

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Haggis said:
How is the pitcher control? is it more difficult to place pitches, and how many innings does a pitcher usually last if he's not getting lit up too bad.

is there more variety in hits?

do player uni's get dirty during the game?

How difficult is the CPU AI?

thanks

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Pitcher control seems to be the same as last year. If the pitcher isn't getting lit up, I've seen them last through 7 innings. I've had a few starters throw complete games. I'm not at the highest difficulty yet, as I'm still getting the feel for the game.

I've seen various hits sprayed all over the field, but I have seen a lot of pop and flyouts.

If I remember right, yes they do. I'll have to pay more attention to it.

The CPU/AI seems to be pretty good. I've seen them bunt runners over in key situations and I've seen intentional walks to get to the pitcher, etc. It doesn't happen every single time you would think it would, but I have seen it happen.

This beta is around 75 to 80%.

[Steve_OS]

Re: Beta Impressions...

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Haggis said:
How is the pitcher control? is it more difficult to place pitches, and how many innings does a pitcher usually last if he's not getting lit up too bad.

is there more variety in hits?

do player uni's get dirty during the game?

How difficult is the CPU AI?

thanks

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Pitcher control seems to be the same as last year. If the pitcher isn't getting lit up, I've seen them last through 7 innings. I've had a few starters throw complete games. I'm not at the highest difficulty yet, as I'm still getting the feel for the game.

I've seen various hits sprayed all over the field, but I have seen a lot of pop and flyouts.

If I remember right, yes they do. I'll have to pay more attention to it.

The CPU/AI seems to be pretty good. I've seen them bunt runners over in key situations and I've seen intentional walks to get to the pitcher, etc. It doesn't happen every single time you would think it would, but I have seen it happen.

This beta is around 75 to 80%.

[Steve_OS]

Re: Beta Impressions...

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Haggis said:
How is the pitcher control? is it more difficult to place pitches, and how many innings does a pitcher usually last if he's not getting lit up too bad.

is there more variety in hits?

do player uni's get dirty during the game?

How difficult is the CPU AI?

thanks

<hr /></blockquote><font class="post">


Pitcher control seems to be the same as last year. If the pitcher isn't getting lit up, I've seen them last through 7 innings. I've had a few starters throw complete games. I'm not at the highest difficulty yet, as I'm still getting the feel for the game.

I've seen various hits sprayed all over the field, but I have seen a lot of pop and flyouts.

If I remember right, yes they do. I'll have to pay more attention to it.

The CPU/AI seems to be pretty good. I've seen them bunt runners over in key situations and I've seen intentional walks to get to the pitcher, etc. It doesn't happen every single time you would think it would, but I have seen it happen.

This beta is around 75 to 80%.

[sportdan30]

Re: Beta Impressions...

In regards to user controlled pitching, is it still possible to go 7 innings or so with not allowing a walk? Has something been added to make pitching a little more challenging?

Thanks Steve.

[sportdan30]

Re: Beta Impressions...

In regards to user controlled pitching, is it still possible to go 7 innings or so with not allowing a walk? Has something been added to make pitching a little more challenging?

Thanks Steve.