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  • LiLjaco1
    Banned
    • Sep 2002
    • 174

    #241
    Re: Major League Baseball 2K8 Impressions

    can u just post some quick impressions..hows are the bat sounds? and the most obvious question does it play a good game of baseball? thanx!

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    • therizing02
      MVP
      • Apr 2003
      • 4176

      #242
      Re: Major League Baseball 2K8 Impressions

      Originally posted by kiz5
      I have it now.

      Total control throwing is going to take a while to get used to I think. Pitching, I'm getting rocked -- with Halladay.

      For whatever reason with fielding, the players feel too small for the field, but it's not a bad thing with how it is. I haven't played 2K7 in months, so it could just be myself being used to other games.

      Still going through my first game though.
      Maybe try a different camera angle to see if that helps the look of the players.

      Any stuttering?

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      • ChicagoChris
        60526
        • Jul 2002
        • 1547

        #243
        Re: Major League Baseball 2K8 Impressions

        Can we leave the questions about eye black, socks, and facial hair out of this conversation? Love to hear about game play, atmosphere, and game play!

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        • lived
          Rookie
          • Jan 2008
          • 385

          #244
          Re: Major League Baseball 2K8 Impressions

          The following comes from a guy who has confirmed he has it on the gamespot forums

          "The Resolution isn't as high as it was last year
          atleast when it comes to the grass textures,

          the new controls are totally different, I 've already given up 2 long balls against
          the Yanks pitching with Burnett on the ALL STAR difficulty, but the homers were caused
          by my early inability to adapt to the new pitching controls."

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          • Motown
            OS Brew Connoisseur
            • Jul 2002
            • 9169

            #245
            Re: Major League Baseball 2K8 Impressions

            Hmm, looks as if Canada gotta jump start w/ 2K this year.

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            • kiz5
              Rookie
              • Oct 2004
              • 325

              #246
              Re: Major League Baseball 2K8 Impressions

              - XBox 360
              - Frame rates seem to be around 25 fps a lot of the time, I'm going to try playing down at 720p
              - Still stutters on the intros to the stadiums
              - Batting intros are great -- saw an option for customization of them!
              - Something that I don't remember from 2K7, is signals are given from the catcher (ie. 1 - fastball, etc.)
              - Shirts can be unbuttoned, rather than always 'picture perfect'
              - Players throw the ball around after the play, like real life (Around The Horn -- has an option to be turned off)
              - Random camera flashes in the stands can be annoying!
              - Moving left, then right while fielding can sometimes give Madden-like movements, where physics doesn't look to be a part of how they move
              - Fielding ratings actually matter this year!
              - Pitching is hard, even on default settings. You mess up, and say good bye. I'm sure sliders will help out, as will experience with the pitching ways.
              - Stances seem fine. Those that I know, seemed right. I'm sure people will still have some issues with some, and will have them adjusted accordingly.
              - Graphics seem similar to last year. Nothing that has really had me say 'wow' yet.
              - Stadium sounds seem good enough, even though they'll be repetitive within a month.
              - Skydome looks exactly the same as last year as far as I can tell.

              I've still only played a bit of this game so far, but I'll answer anything and everything that I can.
              Madden gamer since 93, Madden Online Record: 252-31, #360 overall
              NCAA gamer since 2002

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              • Mr.Wednesday
                The Magic is back
                • Feb 2007
                • 1927

                #247
                Re: Major League Baseball 2K8 Impressions

                Originally posted by kiz5
                I have it now.

                Total control throwing is going to take a while to get used to I think. Pitching, I'm getting rocked -- with Halladay.

                For whatever reason with fielding, the players feel too small for the field, but it's not a bad thing with how it is. I haven't played 2K7 in months, so it could just be myself being used to other games.

                Still going through my first game though.
                Interesting, keep them coming.

                Kiz, you are the man of the hour. The spotlight is on you.

                Edit: this thread is going to help me make it through class.
                Last edited by Mr.Wednesday; 03-03-2008, 06:00 PM.
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                • lived
                  Rookie
                  • Jan 2008
                  • 385

                  #248
                  Re: Major League Baseball 2K8 Impressions

                  Aaron Hill's rating??

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                  • PVarck31
                    Moderator
                    • Jan 2003
                    • 16869

                    #249
                    Re: Major League Baseball 2K8 Impressions

                    How is it compared to last year? Does it feel different? Hows the fielding?

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                    • jorge380
                      MVP
                      • Jun 2003
                      • 1249

                      #250
                      Re: Major League Baseball 2K8 Impressions

                      hows the collision detection when ball goes into stands?

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                      • kiz5
                        Rookie
                        • Oct 2004
                        • 325

                        #251
                        Re: Major League Baseball 2K8 Impressions

                        I think the fielding / pitching is going to take a few games before you really get it down. Until then, it's a learning curve that might make the opinion biased.

                        I like the idea of the throwing, and how it is ... once you get used to it, I think it'll really be a great addition.

                        I remember jumping into the game last year, and having success right away. This year, well, nothing near success! Lol.
                        Madden gamer since 93, Madden Online Record: 252-31, #360 overall
                        NCAA gamer since 2002

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                        • Damanjinx
                          Rookie
                          • Feb 2004
                          • 288

                          #252
                          Re: Major League Baseball 2K8 Impressions

                          Originally posted by kiz5
                          - XBox 360
                          - Frame rates seem to be around 25 fps a lot of the time, I'm going to try playing down at 720p
                          This is a Big problem and i was worried about this, if this game runs that bad i will not be getting the game the low FPS in last years ruined it for me, if theres the ocassional hicup i wont mind but not running that low. Wasnt it in a interview that he said it would not dip below 50fps i mean 25fps is HUGE DROP. is it really that bad Kiz?

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                          • lived
                            Rookie
                            • Jan 2008
                            • 385

                            #253
                            Re: Major League Baseball 2K8 Impressions

                            Just to confirm, Ben said it would not drop below 30 fps.

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                            • Damanjinx
                              Rookie
                              • Feb 2004
                              • 288

                              #254
                              Re: Major League Baseball 2K8 Impressions

                              Originally posted by lived
                              Just to confirm, Ben said it would not drop below 30 fps.
                              really? my god that is a huge drop how can you release a game like that if actual gameplay runs that bad.

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                              • dmbfan1970
                                Pro
                                • Dec 2003
                                • 638

                                #255
                                Re: Major League Baseball 2K8 Impressions

                                Originally posted by kiz5
                                - XBox 360
                                - Frame rates seem to be around 25 fps a lot of the time, I'm going to try playing down at 720p
                                - Still stutters on the intros to the stadiums
                                - Batting intros are great -- saw an option for customization of them!
                                - Something that I don't remember from 2K7, is signals are given from the catcher (ie. 1 - fastball, etc.)
                                - Shirts can be unbuttoned, rather than always 'picture perfect'
                                - Players throw the ball around after the play, like real life (Around The Horn -- has an option to be turned off)
                                - Random camera flashes in the stands can be annoying!
                                - Moving left, then right while fielding can sometimes give Madden-like movements, where physics doesn't look to be a part of how they move
                                - Fielding ratings actually matter this year!
                                - Pitching is hard, even on default settings. You mess up, and say good bye. I'm sure sliders will help out, as will experience with the pitching ways.
                                - Stances seem fine. Those that I know, seemed right. I'm sure people will still have some issues with some, and will have them adjusted accordingly.
                                - Graphics seem similar to last year. Nothing that has really had me say 'wow' yet.
                                - Stadium sounds seem good enough, even though they'll be repetitive within a month.
                                - Skydome looks exactly the same as last year as far as I can tell.

                                I've still only played a bit of this game so far, but I'll answer anything and everything that I can.
                                I am glad you made the comment about fielding attributes matter this year! Thats good news.

                                If you have time can you check out the online features such as can you change your batting camera and maybe other options when you hit pause in a game? Also, have the online lobbies and navigation to get where you want improved?

                                Thanks!
                                PSN: Toxiciti

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