Should I buy a PS4 for The Show

[montesixpac]

I have an Xbox 1 and have been considering buying a PS4 mostly just to play The Show.

I am not a baseball guy. I really do not watch it at all, but I have looked a lot into The Show and have been very intrigued by it and it has me so intrigued that I have considered buying a PS4 just to play The Show.

I did play baseball and know it pretty well, but really just have never cared to watch the sport.

So, I have been considering whether or not it is worth buying a PS4 for this one game (and the possibility of others). Part of the problem is that I only play Xbox now about a couple hours a week the way it is, so it isn't like I'll be playing a lot of of the PS4 if I do get one. I'm not worried about the money, but don't want to spend money on something that I end up not playing much.

Basically what I'm asking is, will I really get into The Show (RTTS is really what interests me) enough and are there other reasons/games etc. that would make a PS4 a good decision?

[Mauer4MVP]

Re: Should I buy a PS4 for The Show

I did and I'm happy with my decision since I average a game a day. Also, check out the Uncharted series and Last of Us.

It really depends if you can afford it and dine splitting your time between systems.

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[nomo17k]

Re: Should I buy a PS4 for The Show

Personally, if money is not a huge concern for you, then I'd get the game and play to see where it goes. If you end up not liking much, you could sell the console and also the game.

And If money isn't a concern, I'd recommend that you go for PS4 Pro for The Show... I'd think the frame-rate difference can make or break the game for some people.

[montesixpac]

Re: Should I buy a PS4 for The Show

Thanks for the reply. There is a deal on the Uncharted bundle and I would go with that if I do get one.

I have a lull between now and Madden 18 that I would fill with The Show. The other thing I have considered is someday getting the VR bundle in the future because I think my kids would have a blast with it.

[montesixpac]

Re: Should I buy a PS4 for The Show

Personally, if money is not a huge concern for you, then I'd get the game and play to see where it goes. If you end up not liking much, you could sell the console and also the game.

And If money isn't a concern, I'd recommend that you go for PS4 Pro for The Show... I'd think the frame-rate difference can make or break the game for some people.

Really? I didn't realize that the frame rate would make such a difference. I was going to go with the slim uncharted bundle as it is $245 compared to $400 for the Pro. I don't have a 4K TV, and don't plan on TV shopping for quite a long time so I thought the slim would be the way to go. Also, this will never be my main console since everyone I know is on XB1, but you have me thinking about going with Pro.

[nomo17k]

Re: Should I buy a PS4 for The Show

Really? I didn't realize that the frame rate would make such a difference. I was going to go with the slim uncharted bundle as it is $245 compared to $400 for the Pro. I don't have a 4K TV, and don't plan on TV shopping for quite a long time so I thought the slim would be the way to go. Also, this will never be my main console since everyone I know is on XB1, but you have me thinking about going with Pro.

It really depends. Some people are more sensitive to frame-rate issues. Timing in hitting in baseball is very important, so if you are one of those competitive people, it might bother you.

But that difference might not matter much, if you haven't played The Show side by side with PS4 and PS4 Pro (I currently have both) and do not have any baseline for comparison.

So you only play casually, PS4 may totally be good enough.

I am just providing a data point to consider if you care about such a thing as frame-rate, since the difference is pretty noticeable.

[montesixpac]

Re: Should I buy a PS4 for The Show

I may never get big into the game, but graphics and how nice and smoothly a game plays (especially sports) is important to me. If I get the new system and it will truly make a difference then I may go ahead with the Pro. I appreciate the input. The good thing is that if I ever get more and more into PS4 games and upgrade my TV then at least I have the best system for it. I also may end up switching to the PS4 for my sports games, too.

[brtko3324]

Re: Should I buy a PS4 for The Show

Does the PS4 MLB The Show 16 and 17 both allow one to play with the legend players in Franchise mode?

I'm also considering buying a PS4 only for this game but I'm a huge older player guy and I read somewhere the Legends can't be used offline or in that way. Any info is appreciated on how Legends work in the game.

(sorry to piggy-back your thread a little)

[TheWarmWind]

Re: Should I buy a PS4 for The Show

The Show is fantastic. I'm a pc guy who has a PS4 as my "second" gaming platform for the exclusives. I'm extremely satisfied with my gaming environment (wish I had a pro for the framerates, but not worth a $500CDN upgrade when I could save that for computer parts).

I know you're asking about the show specifically, but the PS4 has some other games that should not be overlooked. If your into artsy/thoughtful stuff, Journey, Flower, and the Unfinished Swan are all essentials, and in a bundle (which is on sale right now on the PS store).

Towerfall:acension, Sportsfriends, and Nidhogg are fantastic indie party games.

Horizon:Zero Dawn tops my must play AAA titles. I know it's new but it was freaking fantastic. First title to make me regret not having a Pro. It's gorgeous and plays very well but as a PC player those framerate dips are distracting.

As for the show specifically, to me there is one feature that does make the investment worth it: year to year saves. So when the next version comes out with the features you just need, you can migrate your save and not lose out on your progress. Currently in the 2018 year of a franchise I started in 2014, playing every pitch of every at bat. It's pretty freakin epic.

Sorry to gush on your thread.

[KnightTemplar]

Re: Should I buy a PS4 for The Show

Does the PS4 MLB The Show 16 and 17 both allow one to play with the legend players in Franchise mode?

I'm also considering buying a PS4 only for this game but I'm a huge older player guy and I read somewhere the Legends can't be used offline or in that way. Any info is appreciated on how Legends work in the game.

(sorry to piggy-back your thread a little)

Pick a team, swap out that teams players for the legends who are in the free agent list(s), save the roster, start a franchise, load that saved roster and you're good to go. There are also legend rosters in the roster vault.

[brtko3324]

Re: Should I buy a PS4 for The Show

Pick a team, swap out that teams players for the legends who are in the free agent list(s), save the roster, start a franchise, load that saved roster and you're good to go. There are also legend rosters in the roster vault.

Thank you! Looking forward to the game and reading this forum for tips/help.

[jeffy777]

Re: Should I buy a PS4 for The Show

Yes. The Show is the one game I would pick if I could only take one game with me on a desert island. Just one note of caution: it is VERY addicting.

[ejf0255]

Re: Should I buy a PS4 for The Show

This year's show is just that good I am only a so so baseball fan and I can't stop playing it. You could easily make a case for a PS4 purchase for a THE SHOW game only.... So many always to play as well.

Hours and hours. I can't decide at times which mode to play and attempt to finish.

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[montesixpac]

Re: Should I buy a PS4 for The Show

I didn't take long to make my decision. Picked up a Pro and The show after work and played RTTS. Played through evaluation and my first game with Central. I am a speedy center fielder and had a pretty good first game I felt for pretty much just jumping right in. I need to go back and study some controls, though as I am not sure if there is something I can push to sprint faster or dive for the ball while playing in the field.

[montesixpac]

Re: Should I buy a PS4 for The Show

I found the game enjoyable, but I don't find myself overly excited to get back in the game and pick up where I left off, but maybe that will change once I get further into it. I somewhat wonder if I should have went with an infield position to make it a little more exciting and challenging in the field. Right now the outfield has been easy, but it is the position I played when I played the game, so it was hard not to go with it.