MLB 14 The Show Screenshots (PS4)

[nemesis04]

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Speaking of dirt could someone show examples of how the dirt in MLB 14 The Show could be improved?

I am just asking because to my eyes the dirt looks pretty good.

It lacks dimension and texture, it gives the appearance that it is a smooth surface. It may be done on purpose for processing for all I know. It stands out even more now because the grass has texture now. I know they show particle effects when running and sliding but the particles are too big to be believable. It does not bother me at all but I know it is not 100% correct either. If this was a game where all we did was stare at the dirt I could see it as an issue but when the game is moving that is the last thing that will be on people's minds.

[hysteria499]

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I hope baserunners movements will no longer be in unison either.

yeah that one kinda was a eye sore seeing them do the same things at the same time xD

[bodhiball]

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Been quite a while since I have chimed in, but lurking everyday.

Not that it matters much, but my quick two cents: I doubt the guys who make the show only want to hear positive reviews, and certainly thats what a forum is for...debate and passionate conversation about something shared. That team would not invite members of this forum every year to sit and nit-pick every single detail if they didnt want to improve, and our feedback is just as valid...whether it be dirt or sleeves or beards. The reason feedback is getting more and more "nit-picky" is that the game is so amazing, the only thing left is the ridiculous details.

You know the difference between whining and constructive criticism? Its when you agree or disagree with the person. I don't necessarily care about the sleeve, but I would love dirt as detailed as the grass. Is one nit picking and one a valid point?

I can see that it gets annoying when its posted over and over, I get that. However, the squeaky wheel does get greased. As long as the company cares so much to hear our opinion, I am very glad there are people giving it to them. If its redundant or maybe not worded in a constructive way...I dont read it. (and they probably dont either)


ok, lecture over!
Here is what I found today...as per usual, everyone is 50% right and 50% wrong, like most things in life. Looking at the Heyward shot, there is a LOT that looks very similar to me. No question the lighting it better, but I can see the points about the catchers gear and some of the details, player models etc. If i look quickly and objectively, there isnt a huge change.

However, when I compare the Chen shots (and most of the night game shots)...this is where things get interesting. The face improvement is remarkable, but what really jumps out is the lighting for nights games. Reflective light from the field, highlights on the player and cast shadows from the overheads make this so much better. I like the improvement in the folds of the fabric, and they way the hat fits. Light and shadow cast around the stadium is much improved as well.


Honestly I was not blown away when I saw these...but the more I looked at the improvements, and the more I imagined them all together in motion, the more excited I am to see this game.

[bodhiball]

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ps, I think what people are wanting to see with the dirt is something like what they did in the intro.... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IDNflPH3iDk

Though certainly a small thing, I do see the point....it is called the greatest show on dirt for a reason. And with the new grass, the smooth concrete look just jumps out a bit more.

[ckarlic]

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Both Snoop Dogg and Kim-jong-un approve of these screenshots

[eaw913]

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Great comparisons bodhiball. I really like how the lighting changes the entire look of the game. It actually looks like light is being casted into the stadium as opposed to being like a room with a light turned on (if that makes any sense).

Also, you can really see the change in the color of stadium walls, etc. Looks much better. Seems to me that the size and depth of stadiums is much improved as well.

[PsychoBulk]

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Superb comparison work bodhiball.

[ThrowBack]

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To everyone saying that dirt textures don't matter or are not even noticeable, take a look at these two videos of Pro Yakyuu Spirits and tell me the dirt textures add nothing to the game:

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/J6J1uBYHnZE" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/WHEoClZ2bPY" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>


I guess I'm just another idiot complainer, but I was really hoping the textures in the PS4 version of The Show would get a massive overhaul. They stood out to me in PS3 version because everything else looked so great but I fear they are going to stand out even more in the PS4 version.

[ShowTyme15]

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To everyone saying that dirt textures don't matter or are not even noticeable, take a look at these two videos of Pro Yakyuu Spirits and tell me the dirt textures add nothing to the game:

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/J6J1uBYHnZE" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/WHEoClZ2bPY" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>


I guess I'm just another idiot complainer, but I was really hoping the textures in the PS4 version of The Show would get a massive overhaul. They stood out to me in PS3 version because everything else looked so great but I fear they are going to stand out even more in the PS4 version.

I see what you're say, but.........................static dirt and static chalk lines only go so far.

[Mitchrapp]

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To everyone saying that dirt textures don't matter or are not even noticeable, take a look at these two videos of Pro Yakyuu Spirits and tell me the dirt textures add nothing to the game:

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/J6J1uBYHnZE" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/WHEoClZ2bPY" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>


I guess I'm just another idiot complainer, but I was really hoping the textures in the PS4 version of The Show would get a massive overhaul. They stood out to me in PS3 version because everything else looked so great but I fear they are going to stand out even more in the PS4 version.

I didn't watch the second but the first video was impressive. Batter swings and you could see the dirt fly up under his shoe. That was cool.

[Benz87]

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Looks good, I wouldn't say i'm overwhelmed but definitely not under either. Looks about where I and assume most expected, excited to see everything in motion.

[dalger21]

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Noticed something nice. They have the patch for Hank Aaron's 715 HR 40th anniversary on the right arm of Jason Heyward. That's pretty cool there.

[thaSLAB]

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That sounds like a Blzer kind of thing to do.

Don't steal my thunder!

What makes this so so hilarious is the fact you're the one who made this post! :-D

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[tnixen]

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Been quite a while since I have chimed in, but lurking everyday.

Not that it matters much, but my quick two cents: I doubt the guys who make the show only want to hear positive reviews, and certainly thats what a forum is for...debate and passionate conversation about something shared. That team would not invite members of this forum every year to sit and nit-pick every single detail if they didnt want to improve, and our feedback is just as valid...whether it be dirt or sleeves or beards. The reason feedback is getting more and more "nit-picky" is that the game is so amazing, the only thing left is the ridiculous details.

You know the difference between whining and constructive criticism? Its when you agree or disagree with the person. I don't necessarily care about the sleeve, but I would love dirt as detailed as the grass. Is one nit picking and one a valid point?

I can see that it gets annoying when its posted over and over, I get that. However, the squeaky wheel does get greased. As long as the company cares so much to hear our opinion, I am very glad there are people giving it to them. If its redundant or maybe not worded in a constructive way...I dont read it. (and they probably dont either)


ok, lecture over!
Here is what I found today...as per usual, everyone is 50% right and 50% wrong, like most things in life. Looking at the Heyward shot, there is a LOT that looks very similar to me. No question the lighting it better, but I can see the points about the catchers gear and some of the details, player models etc. If i look quickly and objectively, there isnt a huge change.

However, when I compare the Chen shots (and most of the night game shots)...this is where things get interesting. The face improvement is remarkable, but what really jumps out is the lighting for nights games. Reflective light from the field, highlights on the player and cast shadows from the overheads make this so much better. I like the improvement in the folds of the fabric, and they way the hat fits. Light and shadow cast around the stadium is much improved as well.


Honestly I was not blown away when I saw these...but the more I looked at the improvements, and the more I imagined them all together in motion, the more excited I am to see this game.

As MLB 07 The Show was the first version on PS3 I think it would be even more fear if you compared MLB 07 The Show with these new PS4 screenshots. Since we are talking about the very first version of MLB The show on PS4.

[merchant1874]

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The dirt in PYS looks fantastic. Def need to get a hold of that game sometime.

Great heyward comparison shot. The lighting looks amazing.

One question for braves fans. are the numbers on your jerseys raised like that in real life? I notice it on a few teams jerseys but its most notable on the braves ones in mlb the show.