2K9's Graphics - A quick observation

[TheDynasty]

Is it just me, or does 2K9's graphics--in particular, the coloration of the players/uniforms--look a bit cartoony compared to last year? I love the framerate thusfar, but the players don't seem to fit in with the stadiums.

[Spanky]

Re: 2K9's Graphics - A quick observation

I didn't notice this from the demo.

I was too preoccupied with the freaking CPU swinging at eveything, my first baseman stepping off the bag once a game and the outfielder slowdown.

[JHedges2]

Re: 2K9's Graphics - A quick observation

I didn't notice this from the demo.

I was too preoccupied with the freaking CPU swinging at eveything, my first baseman stepping off the bag once a game and the outfielder slowdown.

lol, grouchy grouchy bro.

[notoriouzwun]

Re: 2K9's Graphics - A quick observation

I thought the graphics overall imo were worse than last years, I don't even think half the players look like the player they are suppose to be. Great example would be Ryan Theriot!

[RunN1st]

Re: 2K9's Graphics - A quick observation

I would agree that the graphics aren't very impressive on the console versions... however, I have it on the PC with all the bells and whistles turned on and it's pretty darn good!

Here's a few screenshots that I took with my digital camera. (Not screen captured.)

[raidersbball20]

Re: 2K9's Graphics - A quick observation

I think 2k7 has the best player models/graphics, the only thing bad is the jerseys blowing too much in the wind. 2k9 has better stadiums though

[Child Rebel]

Re: 2K9's Graphics - A quick observation

I think 2K9 fairly, let me see.... blah. Past title have looked much better, notably 2K7. The player models are way off, half of the players don't look anything like there real life counterpart. Place it beside it's competitor and it looks even worse.

[tj1182]

Re: 2K9's Graphics - A quick observation

I thought the graphics overall imo were worse than last years, I don't even think half the players look like the player they are suppose to be. Great example would be Ryan Theriot!

No way, last years graphics look as if it were straight from a cartoon. The cyberfaces for the players never looked good IMO,

[Jasong7777]

Re: 2K9's Graphics - A quick observation

IMO the graphics in 2k9 are much better than 2k8. The colors were too vibrant last year.

[jeffy777]

Re: 2K9's Graphics - A quick observation

I would agree that the graphics aren't very impressive on the console versions... however, I have it on the PC with all the bells and whistles turned on and it's pretty darn good!

Here's a few screenshots that I took with my digital camera. (Not screen captured.)

Nice pics, but if you're playing the PC version, it would be much better (and easier) just to take screen caps

[brendanrfoley]

Re: 2K9's Graphics - A quick observation

I think some of 2K9's biggest graphical issues hinge on lighting. There needs to be more contrast, and light "fills" too much of the field during night games. I think player modles are solid and the stadiums look great; a small tweak to lighting and the game could look fabulous.

[SoxFan01605]

Re: 2K9's Graphics - A quick observation

I think some of 2K9's biggest graphical issues hinge on lighting. There needs to be more contrast, and light "fills" too much of the field during night games. I think player modles are solid and the stadiums look great; a small tweak to lighting and the game could look fabulous.

That may be part of it. I think the bigger issue (to me, at least) is the textures are too "soft." Meaning there is not "pop" or definition to them. This is why the equipment seems rubberized and cartoonish. Keep in mind, I'm not talking color here when I say "pop", I'm talking depth of detail.

If they fixed that up, so the gloves, cleats, accessories, helmets, etc., are all more lifelike, things would be much better. The faces should be a no-brainer to fix as well. some are quite good actually, but most are a mess.

From a distance, or in-play, the game doesn't look bad at all. Everything seems proportioned well-enough. The crowd (which looks excellent to me, btw), stadiums (dementionally...details are still an issue here), player models, all look good. It's the detail that's spotty at best.

[michaeldu]

Re: 2K9's Graphics - A quick observation

what looks better, 360 or PS3?

[tj1182]

Re: 2K9's Graphics - A quick observation

what looks better, 360 or PS3?

Probably the same.

[Pared]

Re: 2K9's Graphics - A quick observation

The PC version certainly looks good. The console versions... definitely need some work.