MLB 12 The Show
SCORE: 97
It's time again for people all over the
world start to think about baseball. America's past time is coming back
in full swing. As we find days to go out there and practice, we find
ourselves with a video game to get those mental juices going. MLB 12 The
Show is an excellent baseball simulator. It reminds me why I enjoy
baseball so much - it requires thought and strategy.
I know there are plenty out there that love football. Are you really
guessing what play is going to be called on third and long? A pitcher
can throw all kinds of different things on a full count. He may even let
you on base for a double play with the next batter. That kind of
strategy does not happen in football. You don't give them a first down
to intercept on the next set of downs. No my friends baseball is more
about thinking.
Things like this batter is good against inside pitches, so we play on
the outside corners. The next batter can hit fast balls, so we are
throwing curves, sliders, and change ups. There is something so magical
about throwing a perfect game. Although no million dollar rewards for
doing it in MLB 12 The Show on the Playstation 3. That is another
baseball video game franchise.
Sony knows what they are doing in terms of graphics. MLB 12 The Show
looks like the real world counter parts. The faces on the players looks
near photo realistic. I could tell who the players are in MLB 12 The
Show. They look great. The stadiums look fantastic too. The main camera
angle of the home plate is perfect. I was able to see the pitcher. This
made me quickly differentiate pitches and speeds. As I studied the
pitchers and learned their patterns I got better at pitching. In other
words, MLB 12 The Show feels real. Playing out in the field looks
fantastic as well.
It dawned on me at some point that MLB 12 The Show has captured the
essence of baseball. I can succeed at MLB 12 The Show the same way I can
succeed at baseball in the real world. I study the patterns, and
identify certain pitches. If I need that home run, I am looking for that
fast ball, and use my power swing.
The TruBroadcast Presentations in MLB 12 The Show are awesome. These are
just like watching a ball game at home. The stadium sounds and feel are
mixed into that. The accuracy of the announcers in MLB 12 The Show is
shocking. They complimented me on using certain pitches in specific
situations. They told me they would not have used that pitch, but it
worked. They told me not to walk certain players, and so much more. The
announcers really set MLB 12 The Show apart in terms of presentation.
MLB 12 The Show is one of those games you can play for an entire year,
and still not get everything out of it. There are exhibit, season,
franchise, road to the show, diamond dynasty, and home run derby modes.
You can create a player and work your way into the major leagues. You
can take your favorite team to the World Series. Want the Seattle
Mariners to finally win the World Series? You can do that in this
Playstation 3 game. Plus you can make it happen quicker than it will in
the real world.
Online modes abound for those who want competition but do not have
anyone to play locally. Saves can go to the cloud and they can be shared
across the PS3 and the PS Vita. You can take the same game save with you
on the go, and then play it again on your PS3. This continuity is a nice
addition to the franchise.
If you are new to this franchise then I recommend paying attention to
the tutorials. Families can use the Wand and PS Eye, or the classic
controller set up. I personally like to use the classic controller set
up. This feels more natural to me. Yes I know I get less exercise. MLB
12 The Show has a baseball for a heart. You can not just smash teams.
They are very intelligent in how they play you. I learned this over and
over again. This was on the easy setting too. The AI in MLB 12 The Show
will make you work for it. This adds a very nice layer of realism.
MLB 12 The Show has a neat 3D mode in the form of SimulView. Players
will only see their images which makes things very interesting. Sony is
using technology to improve the gaming experience. Songs can be turned
on and off for those not interested in the jukebox songs included in MLB
12 The Show.
I often wonder how in the world will Sony top themselves. I come away
from MLB 12 The Show with the same thoughts. This is an excellent
baseball game that families can enjoy for an entire year. I learned to
study my opponents and work hard to be successful. These are wonderful
lessons that can be brought into our lives.
- Frank
Graphics: 100%
Sound: 96%
Replay/Extras: 100%
Gameplay: 92%
Family Friendly Factor: 96%
System: Playstation 3
Publisher: Sony
Rating: ‘E’- Everyone
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