PS4 Discussion (MLB The Show 14)

[Comp625]

I think a lot of the graphical things that everyone has brought up is do-able in today's generation (e.g. different running animations for a fast player vs a fatty like Ortiz). I think the devs try to allocate their time toward tweaking and fine-tuning features that are much more noticeable & apparent and/or are priorities that help to drive sales (e.g. RTTS mode).

This upcoming generation is going to allow for namely higher-res graphics and textures (e.g. super realistic faces), along with extra CPU power for things like more detailed real-time stats.

Regardless of generation, I'd like to see better Trade AI, better AI lineup/team management and more soundbites from the commentary crew. Again, you don't need the fancy 4th gen hardware in order to pull this off.

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[1stpitchhacker]

Quote: Originally Posted by Knight165

I would say that more than 3/4 of the MLB teams disagree with you and have one pitcher as the designated CP. To eliminate it in the game makes zero sense...when you can simply do what you do if you like...and that's make all CP-RP's. That seems pretty easy to me and doesn't take something out of the game that some believe is correct. T ....and if you've got it working 100% correct(what does that mean?) in the game....why would they have to rewrite the logic? You lost me. M.K. Knight165

And if that "closer" is pitching like Carlos Marmol, IRL the team relieves him of that role and throws him in middle relief or worse send him down. That doesn't happen in this game because a RP cannot be converted into a CP and vice versa unless you edit his position. Think about it.

[ZoSo]

I don't think we're going to see many changes in MLB 14 because the console is still going to be brand new. It's gonna be the same transition we've seen between PS2-PS3 and have the game released on both consoles. So we're gonna see some huge graphic updates but otherwise it'll mostly be the same thing.

2015 is going to be the big year for games as we'll be officially shifted towards the new gen of consoles. We just need to grind it out a little longer boys.

[ckarlic]

Quote: Originally Posted by ZoSo

I don't think we're going to see many changes in MLB 14 because the console is still going to be brand new. It's gonna be the same transition we've seen between PS2-PS3 and have the game released on both consoles. So we're gonna see some huge graphic updates but otherwise it'll mostly be the same thing. 2015 is going to be the big year for games as we'll be officially shifted towards the new gen of consoles. We just need to grind it out a little longer boys.

You may be right but im hoping it is a lot more. IIRC, i remember reading somewhere that developers were working on games for the PS4 way before we even knew anything about the PS4. Also, given the fact that the show is developed by SCEA, i have a feeling it will be great and packed to the brim with awesomeness. I feel that the launch titles for the PS4 will be better than the launch titles from when the PS3 came out.

[@legendm0de]

Quote: Originally Posted by ZoSo

I don't think we're going to see many changes in MLB 14 because the console is still going to be brand new. It's gonna be the same transition we've seen between PS2-PS3 and have the game released on both consoles. So we're gonna see some huge graphic updates but otherwise it'll mostly be the same thing. 2015 is going to be the big year for games as we'll be officially shifted towards the new gen of consoles. We just need to grind it out a little longer boys.

There would be no excuse for them to not come out the gates flying with real significant changes and improvements far ahead of the PS3 in my opinion because the era now is far more advanced than the era of PS2-PS3. Plus we've seen evidence of some games that provide much more of a new experience than before seen, for example a game like Watch Dogs appears highly different than anything we have ever played.

Granted it can and will get stronger and much stronger throughout the future, but 2014 especially for a game produced by the console maker should show-off a new world of gaming advancements immediately. It''s the only expectation to have for the PS4.

[KMRblue1027]

What I'd really like to see is more of the little things. Players having personalities, better batted ball calculation (Less GB hits, more LD and FB hits, and WAY less pop-ups).

The biggest thing I would want a massive overhaul of the injury system.

Nagging injuries that bother players thought the season like sore shoulders and bad backs, and could indicate a bigger problem on the horizon and make a choice system when you'd shut a player down and dive into the root of the issue or choose to let them play.

Age being the major factor in injuries. The durability stat could just be removed as most players really only take rare days off unless they're hurt.

Injuries being the primary source of decline in relatively young players. You often have players who are like 29-31 and fall off a cliff. Players who stay healthy are often productive until their mid-30s at least.

[Mynameztwitch]

Quote: Originally Posted by berenjena

I disagree with the players's personality.... Which baseball players are you honestly willing to mark as "Lazy"? Mariano will not be in the game next year

Perhaps inconsistent or rough would be a better way. Whatever you call it or don't call it, what I'm trying to get at is that I believe that there should be a strategic element to franchise mode. Realistically player personalities are a huge factor in how teams build their teams. Personalities alone can boost or detract from how a team performs onfield. Guys like Carlos Zambrano don't have too many suitors for very obvious reasons. Varying the way players act on field would add a huge sense of realism and variety to the game

I know Mariano isn't in the game next year. You don't have to tell me, I follow baseball like a religion. What I mean by this is that seeing serious players acting silly and fist pumping is always weird and kills the realism of a game.

[CJ10]

Quote: Originally Posted by redsoxfan25

Figured I'd post this now as its fresh in my memory. I had an injury today with Bradley Jr., he injured his hand on a stolen base. However, after the game, no notification came up saying he was hurt and how long he'd be out. I was thinking maybe we could get something in the game, like a pop up notification or an "in-game report" of what the injury was, instead of playing through the rest of the game. It's not a big deal, its just I hate having to play through the game just to see what the injury was and how long he's going to be out for.

I like this idea. At the very least, and I have posted this in other threads, make the cut scene match the injury! I am so tired of seeing guys get hurt in the game and they say its a hammy, only to get out of the game and he has a fractured foot.

Quote: Originally Posted by dalger21

Read somewhere (might have been here) that MLB doesn't want realistic contracts for whatever reason.

Even if that is true, which Im not totally sure it is, it makes no sense why that would even be an issue with anyone, they need to get it closer to what the real life contracts are.