First, I apologize if this has already been asked, but I skimmed through some of the posts and didn't see anything. I was a big fan of the EASports MVP Baseball series. I know that 2005 was the last in the MLB Series and that they're not making an NCAA for 08, so I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions on which game coming out this March would be the one to get. I did download the demo for "The Show" and I liked it. It had some really similar features (pitching) that MVP used to have and that was an attention getter for me. I haven't played MLB 2K8, do they have a demo that I must have missed? Any suggetsions would be great. Again, I apologize if someone has already asked this. Thanks.
100% mlb the show. I also loved the mvp series, but when it left i bought mlb the show and i forgot all about mvp baseball. And for 2k ive played the last one and i hated it, no lie i hit 16 homeruns in a game and it was the first time i played, its just to easy.
I really haven't been able to get into a baseball game since they stopped making MVP. That series came the closest a baseball sim will ever come to perfection in 2005. Since then.... nothing.
Thanks for the replies you guys. I think right now I'm looking towards "The Show". I've tried to stay away since MVP 2005, but I've been itching for an MLB baseball game lately, and I think it's time to buy one. Thanks again!
Thanks for the replies you guys. I think right now I'm looking towards "The Show". I've tried to stay away since MVP 2005, but I've been itching for an MLB baseball game lately, and I think it's time to buy one. Thanks again!pacomontoya
You should try the demo it' really awesome. I've got it on pre-order at best-buy.
I owned MLB The show 07 for ps2 and now I want a baseball game for my ps3. Sooooo, if theres not to much of a difference between the show 07 and 08, I might wanna go with 2k8
I owned MLB The show 07 for ps2 and now I want a baseball game for my ps3. Sooooo, if theres not to much of a difference between the show 07 and 08, I might wanna go with 2k8hodges_3_5
Dude....they totally upgraded the game. Check out this preview from 1UP:
I was the biggest mvp fan. Let me tell all the mvp fans that mlb the show plays almost like mvp but 100 times better. The pitching system is almost like mvp, and the batting is about like mvp. I look at mlb the show as a next generation version of mvp. I fell in love with the demo I've probably played it a 100 times already. I've noticed with the hitting is that right stick you have to move it in the area where the ball is located. In mvp you move the stick in the direction of what type of hit you want a pop fly, pull the ball, or hit the opposite way. Also in mlb the show you use the right stick to influence a pop fly or ground ball. Just helpful tips for people that were used to mvp. People with the ps3 would be stupid to choose mlb 2k8 over the show
I was the biggest mvp fan. Let me tell all the mvp fans that mlb the show plays almost like mvp but 100 times better. The pitching system is almost like mvp, and the batting is about like mvp. I look at mlb the show as a next generation version of mvp. I fell in love with the demo I've probably played it a 100 times already. I've noticed with the hitting is that right stick you have to move it in the area where the ball is located. In mvp you move the stick in the direction of what type of hit you want a pop fly, pull the ball, or hit the opposite way. Also in mlb the show you use the right stick to influence a pop fly or ground ball. Just helpful tips for people that were used to mvp. People with the ps3 would be stupid to choose mlb 2k8 over the show
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You are looking at it with an open mind.
I can't believe more MVP fans won't give 'The Show' a chance.
Don't judge 2K8 by 2K7. 2K8 is completely overhauled. The Show will be great, but very similar to last year. 2K8's right analog stick is just beautifully used (at least in theory). Think NHL 08 vs NHL 2K8. Which one was better? NHL 08. Why? Because of the analog controls. I think MLB 2K8 will better for that same reason.
Don't judge 2K8 by 2K7. 2K8 is completely overhauled. The Show will be great, but very similar to last year. 2K8's right analog stick is just beautifully used (at least in theory). Think NHL 08 vs NHL 2K8. Which one was better? NHL 08. Why? Because of the analog controls. I think MLB 2K8 will better for that same reason.TKandPBC
To me controls are secondary. You just need to get used to what-ever they are.
What bothers me about 2K is the gameplay, I get tired of the home-run derby's. The Show is adding more 'sim' features for the console like the hot and cold streak hitting feature.
Ok, so I was playing the "The Show" demo and I just don't understand the pitching too well. I know the longer it goes is for strength of pitch but is that little line it leaves, is that suppose to be for accuracy?
On my way home from work tonight I stopped by Wal-Mart just to browse the video games and to my suprise they already had MLB 08 The Show for sale. I didn't think it was supposed to come out until Tuesday.
I love MLB 06 and 07 The Show for PS2, but I bought a 360 last October, so I'm kind of torn between playing a game that I know and trust on a current-gen console instead of a game that I'm not too familiar with on a next-gen console. If you have a PS3, do not hesitate, and get The Show.
I can't even get my free New Era cap yet, still has the expired promo for 07.
The game looks awesome though, I didn't have 07 so I can't compare it to that. I did have 2k7 for the 360 last year though and The Show 08 blows that one away.
Hurray for stupid Wal-Mart employees that obviously don't read the release dates on the packages. I was nervous at first that it wouldn't ring up, but it just rang up as a PS3 game, no a specific title.
I can't even get my free New Era cap yet, still has the expired promo for 07.
The game looks awesome though, I didn't have 07 so I can't compare it to that. I did have 2k7 for the 360 last year though and The Show 08 blows that one away.
Hurray for stupid Wal-Mart employees that obviously don't read the release dates on the packages. I was nervous at first that it wouldn't ring up, but it just rang up as a PS3 game, no a specific title.
Rocky420
Was there some promo last year that they were giving away free hats if you bought one of the games? Is that still available this year?
There's a free hat promo this year for sure, I've got the card with the code sitting right in front of me, but I don't guess they're taking orders yet.
im going to get the show. i had the show 07 and it was a great game and i heard that this one is a lot better than that one as well. also i really like playing the rtts mode
There's a free hat promo this year for sure, I've got the card with the code sitting right in front of me, but I don't guess they're taking orders yet.Rocky420
I love MLB 06 and 07 The Show for PS2, but I bought a 360 last October, so I'm kind of torn between playing a game that I know and trust on a current-gen console instead of a game that I'm not too familiar with on a next-gen console. If you have a PS3, do not hesitate, and get The Show.superbradleyo77
I would rather play 'The Show' 08 on PS2 than any 2K game this year.
Ok, so I was playing the "The Show" demo and I just don't understand the pitching too well. I know the longer it goes is for strength of pitch but is that little line it leaves, is that suppose to be for accuracy?-ZeRoHouR-
I find that you want to release the power just before the yellow, which creates the line and then hit it again on the comeback for accuracy. It's hard to explain without looking at it.
I've never played a more realistic sports sim then The Show series. I'm the only one of my friends with a 360 and a ps3, everyone else I game with is picking up 2k8 for 360 tommorow, and I'm still getting The Show. That's how good this series is.
I've never played a more realistic sports sim then The Show series. I'm the only one of my friends with a 360 and a ps3, everyone else I game with is picking up 2k8 for 360 tommorow, and I'm still getting The Show. That's how good this series is.dru26
i agree it is way better than the 2k series, it is the best baseball game series out there right now
My cpoy of 'the show' came today... The game rocks. Haven't played in season mode. Playing a pitcher in RTTS.. which rocks in 08. All the new career goals are awesome.
I just picked up 2K8 for 360. I don't have a PS3 so the choice was easy for me. I also just redeemed by code for a free Jose Reyes bobblehead. Hopefully I can get $15 for it on Ebay.
I just picked up 2K8 for 360. I don't have a PS3 so the choice was easy for me. I also just redeemed by code for a free Jose Reyes bobblehead. Hopefully I can get $15 for it on Ebay.murlow12
nice is it an actual bobblehead or one of those plastic ones
Yea. That review of 2k8 is super medioce. 6.5 for graphics. Apparently it has serious Frame Rate issues. Glad I have a PS3 cause I really wanted a good baseball game.
[QUOTE="murlow12"]I just picked up 2K8 for 360. I don't have a PS3 so the choice was easy for me. I also just redeemed by code for a free Jose Reyes bobblehead. Hopefully I can get $15 for it on Ebay.KFrandsen2
nice is it an actual bobblehead or one of those plastic ones
It seems to be a legitimate ceramic one (based on the picture).
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