First Time Baseball Video Game Player

[MWill6]

Ok so this is my first time ever looking to purchase a baseball game as I just recently have taken a liking to the game of baseball. I am normally a NBA 2k and Madden player. I use to watch occasionally growing up when Bonds, McGwire, Sosa and Griffey were cranking out home runs left and right. Anyways based off the information you guys have gathered do you really think it's necessary for me to buy The Show 16 or can I get by with 15. Is 16 that much more of an improvement just based off the info they've given so far. All thought appreciated. Thanks

[Turbojugend]

Honestly, it probably depends on your budget and how much you are willing to spend. Pretty much everyone here -- myself included -- will tell you there are enough improvements in 16 to warrant a purchase, but if you're a first-time player you'll be able to find 15 for sub-$20 soon enough. 15 is still an incredible game and will give you a good idea of what a modern baseball video game is like.

So basically, is it worth the extra $40 to have the latest and greatest version of The Show? That's for you to decide.

[Dolenz]

Quote: Originally Posted by MWill6

Ok so this is my first time ever looking to purchase a baseball game as I just recently have taken a liking to the game of baseball. I am normally a NBA 2k and Madden player. I use to watch occasionally growing up when Bonds, McGwire, Sosa and Griffey were cranking out home runs left and right. Anyways based off the information you guys have gathered do you really think it's necessary for me to buy The Show 16 or can I get by with 15. Is 16 that much more of an improvement just based off the info they've given so far. All thought appreciated. Thanks

15 is a fine game. Whether it would work for you probably depends on the mode you want to play.


They have improved most of the game modes in 16 though and many of us feel their favorite mode was improved enough to warrant a new purchase.


RTTS - Several improvements have been added to speed up gameplay (not going to the simulation screen between attempts, playing an entire series without going back to the menu system). They also added in Showtime for those who are interested.

Diamond Dynasty - They have added two new game modes, including an offline mode for those of use who do not do much online play. They have added more cards, including legends and rookie and prime throwback cards for current players.


Franchise - Expanded stats, Career Stats, player morale.


Add in to those modes the ability to import your own music this year, the ability to play with open and closed roofs for those stadiums with the option, classic stadiums, captains method for a more dynamic advancement system.


MLB 15 is perfectly serviceable in all those modes though, although I am not sure if Online Diamond Dynasty games in 15 will be viable when the new version is released.

[MWill6]

Thanks. I do see 15 for $20 currently I guess I just didn't want to waste money on a significantly inferior game. I guess like you stated I want to get the best impression of modern baseball so that's where the indecision came in

[HypoLuxa13]

Quote: Originally Posted by MWill6

Thanks. I do see 15 for $20 currently I guess I just didn't want to waste money on a significantly inferior game. I guess like you stated I want to get the best impression of modern baseball so that's where the indecision came in

15 is an EXCELLENT game. If you find you really like it, you can always upgrade to 16 when it goes on sale somewhere.

One word - MLB The Show can be difficult. There is a Beginner difficulty that eases you into it. Don't worry if you find yourself using Beginner or Rookie difficulty. And don't be afraid to play around with the large selection of camera options, gameplay options, sliders, etc. One thing the Show has in common with NBA 2k is the great ability for customization of what you want your gameplay experience to be.

[MWill6]

Quote: Originally Posted by HypoLuxa13

15 is an EXCELLENT game. If you find you really like it, you can always upgrade to 16 when it goes on sale somewhere. One word - MLB The Show can be difficult. There is a Beginner difficulty that eases you into it. Don't worry if you find yourself using Beginner or Rookie difficulty. And don't be afraid to play around with the large selection of camera options, gameplay options, sliders, etc. One thing the Show has in common with NBA 2k is the great ability for customization of what you want your gameplay experience to be.

Thanks for that bit of info. I just recently told a friend who just started playing 2k to start on rookie because the CPU will abuse you.

[Pandabear218]

I also plan on joining The Show team starting with 16. With your comments about the difficulty settings, is the learning curve that steep?


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[letsgomets75]

Quote: Originally Posted by Pandabear218

I also plan on joining The Show team starting with 16. With your comments about the difficulty settings, is the learning curve that steep? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

It definitely is. The Show 14 is the first one I played (stuck on Xbox before that). Took me until half into 15 to get through veteran and I'm now playing on all-star. The first year I was playing I swung at everything. Gotta be patient. You can get used to the controls fairly easily if you pick ones you're comfortable with. Even with my struggles, the game is incredibly fun, definitely get it.