Archive for the ‘MLB: The Show’ Category
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MLB 2K12 and MLB 12: The Show Player Face Comparison Results
MLB 12: The Show won out in the player face battle against MLB 2K12 by a greater margin than originally anticipated. Though once again each game had their share of faces that turned out better than the opposition 2K12 had far more that were missed on in and usually in embarrassing fashion. Over 41,000 total votes were cast and the final tally comes in at 21-6 in favor of The Show. That represents a significant percentage increase over 2011 (14-6) and 2010 (11-8-1). Continue on for a look ...
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Part Three of Player Face Comparisons Between MLB 2K12 and MLB 12: The Show
One of the most popular features every year is the player face comparison between competing titles and MLB 12: The Show vs MLB 2K12 presents the only real competition until the new set of NBA releases arrive in the fall. The last two years have seen The Show win out in player faces with a 14-6 margin in 2011 and a slimmer 11-8-1 record in 2010. For 2012 the set of faces has been expanded to 27 and after looking at the shots the outcome could really be in question this time around. Here is...
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Part Two of Player Face Comparisons Between MLB 2K12 and MLB 12: The Show
One of the most popular features every year is the player face comparison between competing titles and MLB 12: The Show vs MLB 2K12 presents the only real competition in sports games until the new set of NBA releases arrive in the fall. The last two years have seen The Show win out in player faces with a 14-6 margin in 2011 and a slimmer 11-8-1 record in 2010. For 2012 the set of faces has been expanded to 27 and after looking at the shots the outcome could really be in question this time...
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Part One of Player Face Comparisons Between MLB 2K12 and MLB 12: The Show
One of the most popular features every year is the player face comparison between competing titles and MLB 12: The Show vs MLB 2K12 presents the only real competition in sports games until the new set of NBA releases arrive in the fall. The last two years have seen The Show win out in player faces with a 14-6 margin in 2011 and a slimmer 11-8-1 record in 2010. For 2012 the set of faces has been expanded to 27 and after looking at the shots the outcome could really be in question this time...
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MLB 12: The Show – Hits and Misses
Any review of MLB 12: The Show is going to be quite similar to those done for past iterations of the series. There's a consistency to what The Show does well - just as there is with where it tends to falter. That certainly holds true with MLB 12 which delivers top notch authenticity, graphics, and depth while failing to provide an acceptable online play experience. (more…)...
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MLB 12: The Show Diamond Dynasty Impressions
In terms of modes the central addition to MLB 12: The Show comes in the form of Diamond Dynasty. Similar to Ultimate Team in EA Sports titles Diamond Dynasty puts additional focus on team personalization and introduces more depth to the structuring and building of them. Conceptually the mode works but the execution leaves a lot to be desired. (more…)...
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Online Issues Again Prevalent With The Show
Heading into release for MLB 12: The Show there wasn't a whole lot of optimism around online play. The series has always struggled to produce a sufficient online experience - it really has been the achilles' heel that has kept it from reaching its potential beyond just being an excellent product but a complete one at that. So far with MLB 12 online has again proven to be troublesome with no apparent advancements having been made. (more…)...
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MLB 12: The Show Loading Time Analysis
Lengthy loading times have always plagued The Show. This year however SCEA provides the opportunity to make the typical 5GB install (which is required) or go beyond and install 10GB. The choice of which may come down to hard drive size - making the bigger install is obviously the better option if that isn't a concern - but just how much difference does it make? Here's a look at the breakdown of loading times under each scenario. (more…)...
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