Why The MLB Should Care That The Show Changed My Life

[Hammerhunker]

I totally agree with this article. The Show 08 is a phenominal game. It didn't bring me back to the game, I never left, but it does enhance my love tremendously.

How I see it, this game has room for improvement, which is good, because that is what we want. The developers have shown an interest in what is said on these boards, so I truly believe that we will continue to see the needed improvements. Hopefully this game becomes the model for all other titles as far as quality assurance.

Finally, this is a video game, designed for entertainment. The Show accomplishes this in spades. When I am able to escape the daily grind of my life into the world of the Show, I am gone to a peaceful, relaxing world that puts everything into perspective, and realigns my spirit. That is worth every penny I spent on the this system and game.

Very good article.

[DrJones]

Re: Why The MLB Should Care That The Show Changed My Life

I think now they care about long term revenues and trying to combat the NFL and get back in the public's favor, but they screwed themselves by selling their souls during the McGuire/Sosa/Bonds steroids era.

I've seen zero evidence of MLB caring about long term revenues over the decade I've been making baseball games. They view gaming as a short-term cash grab, nothing more. You're aware, I'm sure, that MLB tried to shut down fantasy baseball a couple years ago. You might not be aware that they tried the same thing with online gaming while I was still at EA. Or that they were on the phone with EA within 5 minutes of the Madden deal, asking "Where's ours?" Plus some things that I can't share on these forums.

Also, how did the steroids fallout hurt MLB? Certainly not in the pocketbook, as fans have clearly indicated that they don't care about scandals. Not enough to stop going to games or buy team merchandise, at any rate.

[RaychelSnr]

I've seen zero evidence of MLB caring about long term revenues over the decade I've been making baseball games. They view gaming as a short-term cash grab, nothing more. You're aware, I'm sure, that MLB tried to shut down fantasy baseball a couple years ago. You might not be aware that they tried the same thing with online gaming while I was still at EA. Or that they were on the phone with EA within 5 minutes of the Madden deal, asking "Where's ours?" Plus some things that I can't share on these forums.

Also, how did the steroids fallout hurt MLB? Certainly not in the pocketbook, as fans have clearly indicated that they don't care about scandals. Not enough to stop going to games or buy team merchandise, at any rate.

You are definitely right about the MLB's and other sports leagues viewpoints on games. They see it as a short term cash grab and not a way to make fans long-term. To me, I look at games as the best possible free advertising your league could get...but like I ended the article with, the leagues haven't yet caught onto that movement/viewpoint just yet

[Moses Shuttlesworth]

Re: Why The MLB Should Care That The Show Changed My Life

I've got a couple questions about the game:

1.) Would you only use power swing (square) when using power hitters like David Ortiz or Ryan Howard?

2.) What's the easiest way to hit home runs? Do you aim where you want to hit the ball and hit X?

Sorry, I just got the game so I'm kinda noobish.