MLB 2K10 Review

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(More customer reviews)Okay, so before I begin, I am not going to make any comparisons to "The Show" for PS3, because that game is not available for the XBOX so, although everyone seems to think it is better, it's not an option for XBOX owners, so the comparisons are useless.

That being said, I happen to think that MLB 2K10 is an overall above average game.The main thing keeping last years version from being a good game was the pitching controls, it was just terrible.This year it is much better, and actually makes the game more enjoyable.The pitching has been completely redone.Each pitch now has its own particular motion that you must do with the joystick.In a way it is similar to doing a special attack in a fighting game.For example, for one particular pitch, you must first push forward and then do a half circle from 3 o'clock to 9 o'clock on the joystick.The success of the pitch is determined by the timing and motion of your movements.They even do a pitch analysis after the pitch so you can see what you did right or did wrong.The new pitching structure is a great feature of the game.

The graphics are decent but they are actually a slight down grade from last year.....however this is a welcome change because the gameplay is alot more fluid than last year.I'll take a slight drop off in graphics if it makes the game run smoother and cleaner.The players really don't look anything like they do in reality but when it comes to playing a sports game, graphics are second in my opinion to smooth gameplay.The stadiums are very accurate and detailed and do a nice job of giving each field its nuances.

The presentation in this game is really good.The announcers (Steve Philips, John Kruk, and Gary Thorne) have more varied and insightful phrases than ever before.It makes you feel that they are really there calling your game.For example, I was playing the game on a Tuesday night, and when the game started, they said "welcome to tuesday night baseball."They also have alot of information to say about every player and team and their performance last year, even vs the particular team you happen to be playing. Another aspect of presentation I like is on stolen bases.When its a close play at second, they slow down the play and zoom in on it so you get a really nice view of the tag.They also do pitch and swing analysis after the pitches and swings.This is really helpful at first when you are trying to learn the game, but can get annoying once you don't want to see it anymore.That's ok though because it can be turned off.I am stats guy and another thing I like about this game is that when a batter comes up, they will show his last years stats vs the particular pitcher he is facing, a nice touch.The batting view in default mode is way too low to the ground in my opinion, but it can be switched in the options menu.

The gameplay itself is alot more fluid on swings and also once the ball is in play, but no real major changes here from last year.One particular bug that bothers me and wasn't fixed from last year is that the players body position and arm motion don't necessarily match up with where he is throwing.For example,I took a cutoff throw to shortstop and then threw to second base, however the player was facing towards third and his arm motion was to third, but the ball came out to second base.Not a huge deal but it is something that should have been fixed.

Overall, MLB 2K10 is a pretty nice game that is really fun to play.I happen to be a gamer who is not overly critical of a game and try and have fun when playing.Any casual to advanced baseball gamer will find this game enjoyable.If you are someone who gets really bothered by bugs and such, you may have your gripes with this game but in my opinion, this game is alot better than 2K9 and worth a play.If you found 2K9 okay, minus the pitching structure, then you will really like this version, but however if your dislike of 2K9 was for other reasons, you may not find something you like here because little else was changed.3/5/10 Update:

Upon playing this game more I have noticed a bunch of more bugs than when I originally wrote the review.The check swing has either been taking out of the game or is impossible to pull off, this is a big draw back in a baseball game.Also, if you switch to classic batting, the controls are inverted...for example, if you want to hit the ball to the left side you have to push right on the joystick and vice versa. Also, in classic batting theres only one swing, not a power and a contact swing, so I have no idea how it decides if you hit a little bloop or a long drive.Finally, the game is a bit off in its stats record keeping, it charges RBIs and ER to the wrong player sometimes.Hopefully these will be patched.I would have to give the game 3.5 stars if I could.

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Product Description:
The eighth game in the MLB 2K series, MLB 2K10 celebrates the immortal battle on the baseball diamond between pitcher and batter. Featuring a combination of an extensive updating of features from earlier games in the series, alongside a range of new play options designed to heighten the experience of both the player on the mound and at the plate, MLB 2K10 is a baseball gaming experience not to be missed. Additional features include, new pitch selection and batter's swing functionality, multiple game modes - including franchise and career modes - and a variety of multiplayer options.

Raise your stats in the box with Batter's Eye technology .
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Dominate on the mound with improved via Insider Edge stats.
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Cue fielding and basepad actions.
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Multiple modes and gameplay options.
Viewlarger. Better Pitching Through Analytics
As in the previous release in the MLB 2K series, pitching in MLB 2K10 requires a combination of analysis of scouting reports and hurling technique on the mound. Scouting reports are based on 2K Games' exclusive "Inside Edge" data service, which provides up-to-date information on AI representations of real batters across a wide range of data points. With this players can make an educated guess as to their best chances using particular pitches against a particular batter based on everything from the current count, whether it is a night or day game, to how far into the season it is. Pitching technique is centered around a gesture pitching mechanism, where in players deliver pitches through specific controller inputs using face buttons and/or the analog stick. With regards to this, the difference this time around is that in addition to these enacting inputs, MLB 2K10 incorporates a push button pitch selection system. Players must still input the correct series of gestures for the pitch they intend, which are more difficult for more complex pitches, but this new push button step also provides the game with precise information as to what pitch you intend to throw. With is extra information, which the game uses as a baseline for compiling analytics, players can see where their gestures for particular pitches are off, and correct them as need be.

An Improved Hitting Experience with "Batter's Eye"
Players' experience at the plate has also been improved in MLB 2K10 through a combination of data and new features. Just as with pitchers, batters have access to 2K Sports' "Insider Edge" data to help them make better decisions in specific game situations based on a variety of stats related to themselves if playing as a representative of a real MLB player, or the pitcher they face. But the new feature that completely changes the batters experience in "Batter's Eye." With this, highly skilled batters can get occasional, spilt second views of what the pitch is going to be. Used in conjunction with new batting functionality like defensive and contact swings, batters can potentially fend off pitches until the count is in their favor, and/or they are ready to make an educated guess at what the pitch is going to be and swing accordingly. As with the pitching analytics available in defensive positions, offensive players have access to a batting analyzer at the push of a button to figure out what they are doing wrong and right at the plate.

Fielding and Baserunning
Of course baseball isn't just about initial conflict between pitcher andhitter, so MLB 2K10 gives you all you need to finish the play fromany place on the field. Fielding and baserunning in MLB 2K10 featureseasy controls and tons of great animations just as in earlier releases,but in this most recent version players can also now cue up the actionsof their players while on defense, or from the basepads with simple controllerinputs. In the case of fielders, once the defensive player is selected,simply press the face button for the appropriate base or cutoff man youwant. Once your man makes the stop, he will throw to your chosen spotautomatically. This is a big help, especially when trying to turn a quickdouble play, or in the case of a ball that makes it all the way to thewall. Cueing up the actions of base runners is just as easy. For example,in the event of a full count where you want to send your runners regardlessof the pitch, or during a steal attempt, simply select your base runner(s)and use your game controller's trigger to set events in motion. If youchange your mind you can just as easily send them scrambling back witha the same trigger.

Key Game Features

Total Control Pitching – Based on each pitcher's mechanics and official scouting reports, Total Control Pitching lets you put the ball exactly where you want it–provided you keep a close eye on your pitch count.
Total Control Hitting – With Total Control Hitting you can time your swing to hit for power, put the ball in play or take a defensive cut. Batter's Eye uses a hitter's real-life eye rating to help you identify fastballs, breaking balls and off speed pitches before they get to the plate.
Play Like the Best – True-to-life player rating system, signature styles and a new motion model ensure every pitch, swing, catch, throw, steal and slide looks and feels like you're at the ballpark.
Updated Franchise Mode - Improve your team from the warm days of spring training to the chill of the October Classic, with the option to jump into online leagues whenever you choose.
Become a Living Legend in My Player Mode – With My Player Mode you can create a player, choose your team and then play your way into the Hall of Fame.
Hurry-Up Baseball - Skip all the cutscenes, animations, replays and commentary between plays with the push of a button, making for a quicker game.
Authentic Presentation with MLB Today – MLB Today delivers real-time scores, standings, news and stats to ensure timely commentary that reflects what's actually going on in the Majors.
Inside Edge Stats – Use Inside Edge to scout players, assess strengths, weaknesses and tendencies, and then exploit them to get the upper hand.
Up-to-date Commentary - Enjoy up-to-date analysis and colorcommentary by Gary Thorne, Steve Phillips and now John Kruk.

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