MLB '08 DEMO Rocks! Amazon says release is 2/29/08 - Blu-ray Forum

Roland1919 · 02-27-2008, 07:20 AM

WOW just got done playing the PS3 download for MLB '08 and all I can say is smooth. Seriously, I've been playing baseball games for years and this by far was the smoothest, most well rounded feeling game yet and I only played the demo of the SOX vs. ROCKIES. The graphics are once again top notch as is the audio, fielding, base stealing , even running bases (which I've always had problems with) is better. The only minor complaint was the game seemed too "bright", again it was kust the demo but the players shadows looked a bit deep and hard. I know I'm being picky, just an observation. Amazon says this game is being released on the 29th...so - you guessed it, my order went in tonight...Can't wait to whip the SOX with the YANKS...

phranctoast · 02-27-2008, 10:45 AM

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Can't wait to whip the SOX with the YANKS.

Roland becomes my new favorite person on blu ray.com

PS3 Blu-Ray · 02-27-2008, 11:55 AM

The show has always been my favorite, been enjoying it more now that ea maddens aren't as smooth as the ps2 gameplay lately

cking2729 · 02-27-2008, 01:50 PM

I haven't played a baseball game in years, and this admittedly isn't my type of game, but I checked out the demo and WOW! The character detail and animation is some of the most realistic I have ever seen. It's absolutely slick, and is was a pleasure to play a sports game NOT made by EA. I'm considering getting this one, even though I couldn't bat for shit in the demo! I got pitching down, but sheesh.

Steelmaker · 02-27-2008, 02:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Roland1919

WOW just got done playing the PS3 download for MLB '08 and all I can say is smooth. Seriously, I've been playing baseball games for years and this by far was the smoothest, most well rounded feeling game yet and I only played the demo of the SOX vs. ROCKIES. The graphics are once again top notch as is the audio, fielding, base stealing , even running bases (which I've always had problems with) is better. The only minor complaint was the game seemed too "bright", again it was kust the demo but the players shadows looked a bit deep and hard. I know I'm being picky, just an observation. Amazon says this game is being released on the 29th...so - you guessed it, my order went in tonight...Can't wait to whip the SOX with the YANKS...

Are you playing it in 720p or upscaled to 1080p? The reason I asked is that when you choose to have it upscaled to 1080p, the graphics change a little bit. For one, some of that brightness that you speak of is gone. Also, the crowd is sharper and not so out of focus. I think the field textures are a little sharper as well. I can't remember if it effects the shadows or not.

The downside to playing it upscaled is that the game goes from 60fps to 30fps. It's still smooth and it still plays great, but it does affect the look and feel of the game. Personally, I prefer it at 720p at 60fps.

kolasi · 02-27-2008, 02:09 PM

i saw a few people who pre ordered it on amazon and it still said it would ship onthe third or fourth. so it winds up being no real change when you actually do get the game.

Roland1919 · 02-27-2008, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by phranctoast

Roland becomes my new favorite person on blu ray.com

HaHa, Can't wait for Madden '09 and the 18 &1 Giants....I love it...Toocheee SAUX Nation...

Roland1919 · 02-27-2008, 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Steelmaker

Are you playing it in 720p or upscaled to 1080p? The reason I asked is that when you choose to have it upscaled to 1080p, the graphics change a little bit. For one, some of that brightness that you speak of is gone. Also, the crowd is sharper and not so out of focus. I think the field textures are a little sharper as well. I can't remember if it effects the shadows or not.

The downside to playing it upscaled is that the game goes from 60fps to 30fps. It's still smooth and it still plays great, but it does affect the look and feel of the game. Personally, I prefer it at 720p at 60fps.

Thanks, I may try that I think I was in 1080p.

phranctoast · 02-27-2008, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Roland1919

HaHa, Can't wait for Madden '09 and the 18 &1 Giants....I love it...Toocheee SAUX Nation...

Thank God The Giants came through.

It could have been a trifecta from hell, the way the Celtics are doing this year.

sudbury78 · 02-27-2008, 03:21 PM

Yankees...up 3-0 in the 04 alcs....one out to go...CHOKE

My Sox are going to solidfy their dynasty of the 2000's with another title this year.

I am the only bostonian I know that hates the patriots. I couldn't stand to see them again so I am so happy the G-Men won. Loved it. I hate the Celtics..they suck.

Sox all the way

phranctoast · 02-27-2008, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by sudbury78

Yankees...up 3-0 in the 04 alcs....one out to go...CHOKE

My Sox are going to solidfy their dynasty of the 2000's with another title this year.

I am the only bostonian I know that hates the patriots. I couldn't stand to see them again so I am so happy the G-Men won. Loved it. I hate the Celtics..they suck.

Sox all the way

yeah yeah

... how were the playoffs in 06'.....oh yeah.. what playoffs.

Tanman19az · 02-27-2008, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by phranctoast

Thank God The Giants came through.

It could have been a trifecta from hell, the way the Celtics are doing this year.

Don't worry the celtics have died down cuz of injuries so I dont think they will be too much of a threat.

OkoPeeKee · 02-27-2008, 03:50 PM

I have also played the download and the graphics are great. Too bad baseball is like watching grass grow in 1080i.

Chocolatejas · 02-27-2008, 03:52 PM

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Originally Posted by phranctoast

Thank God The Giants came through.

BIG BLUE!

But I am a Sox fan.

heathward · 02-27-2008, 04:01 PM

yeah, i play the demo a lot. it is so fun and very impressive. great animations and camera angles. that replay vault is going to be incredible. can't wait to play with Prince and Ryan Braun. the Brew Crew will be in the Series this year. my only nitpick is with the crowd. the same group of 20 or 30ish people is repeated throughout the stands...so when a guy in a white shirt stands up and claps, there are 15 other clones of this guy doing the exact same thing on a grid. it looks cheesy, but i'll get over it.

the beach ball in the crowd is pretty cool, and it seems quite random. i wonder if it will ever bounce onto the field.

kiskiboy97 · 02-27-2008, 04:34 PM

Already pre-ordered. Now I can finally guide my Pirates to a winning season!

Steelmaker · 02-27-2008, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by kiskiboy97

Already pre-ordered. Now I can finally guide my Pirates to a winning season!

I believe the game will cost more than the Pirate's payroll!

GO BRAVES!!!

dobyblue · 02-27-2008, 05:17 PM

Go Jays!!!!

I'm really looking forward to this game - nothing like trying to pitch into the 7th and 8th innings against a friend with a clean sheet.

Invincible0427 · 02-27-2008, 05:25 PM

Lets go Mets....cant wait to use Johan!! Damn cant wait to cop this game.

Copywriter · 02-27-2008, 05:31 PM

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Originally Posted by kolasi

i saw a few people who pre ordered it on amazon and it still said it would ship onthe third or fourth. so it winds up being no real change when you actually do get the game.

I pre-ordered mine from Amazon with overnight shipping (thanks PRIME).

It says that the estimated delivery is March 4th.

Bah, I want it now!

Last night I played an 8-inning game on the demo. I was holding it down for a bit. Fun game.

02-27-2008, 07:20 AM	#1
Roland1919 Power Member Member since:Nov 2007 Location:San Diego Home Theater Gallery:4 Blu-ray collection:2 Blu-ray reviews:17 Trading Score:25	MLB '08 DEMO Rocks! Amazon says release is 2/29/08 WOW just got done playing the PS3 download for MLB '08 and all I can say is smooth. Seriously, I've been playing baseball games for years and this by far was the smoothest, most well rounded feeling game yet and I only played the demo of the SOX vs. ROCKIES. The graphics are once again top notch as is the audio, fielding, base stealing , even running bases (which I've always had problems with) is better. The only minor complaint was the game seemed too "bright", again it was kust the demo but the players shadows looked a bit deep and hard. I know I'm being picky, just an observation. Amazon says this game is being released on the 29th...so - you guessed it, my order went in tonight...Can't wait to whip the SOX with the YANKS...

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PS3 Blu-Ray Active Member Member since:Feb 2008	The show has always been my favorite, been enjoying it more now that ea maddens aren't as smooth as the ps2 gameplay lately

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02-27-2008, 02:09 PM	#6
kolasi Senior Member Member since:Dec 2007 Location:connecticut	i saw a few people who pre ordered it on amazon and it still said it would ship onthe third or fourth. so it winds up being no real change when you actually do get the game.

02-27-2008, 03:21 PM	#10
sudbury78 Active Member Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Scottsdale, AZ Trading Score:1	Yankees...up 3-0 in the 04 alcs....one out to go...CHOKE My Sox are going to solidfy their dynasty of the 2000's with another title this year. I am the only bostonian I know that hates the patriots. I couldn't stand to see them again so I am so happy the G-Men won. Loved it. I hate the Celtics..they suck. Sox all the way

02-27-2008, 03:50 PM	#13
OkoPeeKee Active Member Member since:Feb 2008 Location:Maryland Blu-ray collection:11 Blu-ray reviews: 8	I have also played the download and the graphics are great. Too bad baseball is like watching grass grow in 1080i.

02-27-2008, 04:01 PM	#15
heathward Expert Member Member since:Apr 2007 Location:Milwaukee, WI, USA PSNetwork ID: heathward Dogfish Head 120 Minute IPA Blu-ray collection:47	yeah, i play the demo a lot. it is so fun and very impressive. great animations and camera angles. that replay vault is going to be incredible. can't wait to play with Prince and Ryan Braun. the Brew Crew will be in the Series this year. my only nitpick is with the crowd. the same group of 20 or 30ish people is repeated throughout the stands...so when a guy in a white shirt stands up and claps, there are 15 other clones of this guy doing the exact same thing on a grid. it looks cheesy, but i'll get over it. the beach ball in the crowd is pretty cool, and it seems quite random. i wonder if it will ever bounce onto the field.

02-27-2008, 04:34 PM	#16
kiskiboy97 Blu-ray reviewer Top contributor Member since:Sep 2007 4K collection:- Blu-ray collection:- DVD collection:- Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:2	Already pre-ordered. Now I can finally guide my Pirates to a winning season!

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dobyblue Super Moderator Top contributor Member since:Jul 2006 Location:Ontario, Canada Home Theater Gallery:71 4K collection:55 Blu-ray collection:655 Blu-ray reviews: 15	Go Jays!!!! I'm really looking forward to this game - nothing like trying to pitch into the 7th and 8th innings against a friend with a clean sheet.

02-27-2008, 05:25 PM	#19
Invincible0427 Active Member Member since:Feb 2008 Blu-ray reviews:4 Trading Score:8	Lets go Mets....cant wait to use Johan!! Damn cant wait to cop this game.

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