Do we expect a big change or minor update for MLB15?

[@legendm0de]

The changes for MLB 15' are bound to be the most anticipated thing I'm looking forward to next year already. I will not overlook the things presented to us in MLB 14' that are great foundation to take us further. They have done nearly perfect job with the stadiums, the crowds and strengthening the atmosphere from previous gen. The animations around the field are largely very smooth and satisfying with room for more arsenal to be added in that area. So those are root aspects of MLB The Show that they have done well. The game is already very loaded with different online and offline features, those will certainly see more tweaks and improvements but I won't discuss the features specifically.

I believe we are going to see very significant additions on MLB 15 The Show. For one, it's very possible we will see retractable or domed versions of stadiums introduced to that game. I'm certain the entire atmosphere inside the game will be the most focused area they emphasize on MLB 15. There are things such as new dugout/player behaviour, team specific crowd behaviour, and they are definitely in need of an entirely reworked presentation package to show off the level of graphical achievement throughout this game. A presentation package is going to be very important, they hardly even currently have a highlight system in this game. Between pitches we all know it is virtually non existent, just a pitch after pitch after pitch game, unfortunately. Third, I really feel strongly also about the possibility of us being introduced to a player collisions and awareness system that will also improve the way players react across the field to dangerous scenarios that could be faced in game. Hopefully with that we will also finally be introduced to a entirely brand new injury, and player health system.

[@legendm0de]

Quote: Originally Posted by Sco291

This. This. This. Basically sums it up.

how is there not alot to do in franchise mode when you have at least 162 games you could take part in..

[bradfish16]

This was my first Show so I don't need anything huge though commentary overhaul would be great. A couple of new parks for Minors would also be cool (I play a lot of RTTS). For Franchise, loved suggestion on AI roster building, this may by extension improve CPU trade logic. I would love an option for some rating masking so you couldn't see OVR or POT, this would require some improved stat tracking as you would have to rely more on player performance more than ratings. Might be a little controversial.

[countryboy]

Quote: Originally Posted by BeatArmy

I still cannot find the reasoning sound for having Class A playable. If you want it, sure, go ahead, but I just cannot wrap my head around it. Now, if you could play the games with the guys before they got drafted and had it as a sort of scouting ability I could get with that program.

Maybe because those that want A ball also play RTTS and it adds depth to that mode? I would love to have all levels of the game as it just adds to the depth and realism in my opinion. And now with the ability to carry over saves from one year to the next, hurrying through a franchise mode to get most out of it, is a thing of the past.

[Armor and Sword]

Quote: Originally Posted by countryboy

Maybe because those that want A ball also play RTTS and it adds depth to that mode? I would love to have all levels of the game as it just adds to the depth and realism in my opinion. And now with the ability to carry over saves from one year to the next, hurrying through a franchise mode to get most out of it, is a thing of the past.

That was exactly my point. I am a 44 year old husband and active father to my 9 (soon to be 10) year old son. I coach baseball 3 days a week, play in a mens open league still as well as Wednesday night softball....so my gaming time is also limted to two hours in the late evening Monday thru Thursday (when I have the energy) and Friday and Saturday Nights is where I get my marathon sessions in playing till 2 or 3 in the morning after I spend time with my wife. Quick counts coupled with season to season saves has been a godsend for me with The Show. I am in mid September with my proper Yankees franchise with zero urgency that I have to get to year two now before the next game comes out. I also have a classic season replay going on that I play at my leisure.

So I am plenty social in my life and able to play all 162 as well.....as I have no deadline of a new release anymore. It's a beautiful thing!!!!

The Show rules!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[andrewochs615]

Can we please please get actual stat tracking and good free agent and trade logic for once, that's all I ask.

[Pared]

I think all the guys that focus on stats and the little details aren't really seeing the big picture. You need to sell a game and saying "Now with improved trades in Franchise mode!!!" is not going to sell more copies.

The game needs a HUGE injection of excitement, something I've tried to push for years. The presentation is awesome - don't get me wrong. But when I watch the playoffs on TV, there's always that build-up... that tension. And this is accomplished by the reactions to big plays, through the announcing, the focus on the crowd, the noises, the emotion of the players....

Baseball is not the muted, dull game some would have you believe. It's a slow burn but damn it, you FEEL it when it happens.

I want those types of moments in The Show, not just from me screaming and jumping off my chair. I want the game to get excited for me.

Sell the game on the excitement of baseball.

[Cavicchi]

Quote: Originally Posted by Pared

I think all the guys that focus on stats and the little details aren't really seeing the big picture. You need to sell a game and saying "Now with improved trades in Franchise mode!!!" is not going to sell more copies. The game needs a HUGE injection of excitement, something I've tried to push for years. The presentation is awesome - don't get me wrong. But when I watch the playoffs on TV, there's always that build-up... that tension. And this is accomplished by the reactions to big plays, through the announcing, the focus on the crowd, the noises, the emotion of the players.... Baseball is not the muted, dull game some would have you believe. It's a slow burn but damn it, you FEEL it when it happens. I want those types of moments in The Show, not just from me screaming and jumping off my chair. I want the game to get excited for me. Sell the game on the excitement of baseball.

Yes, I agree with that. I would add players showing emotion, like Kemp running the bases after that homer last night, and Carpenter in both games. Not just at home plate after hitting a homer, but after and on the way to first.