More challenging then previous years. Still fun but feels very similar to years past. So is it a buy or p
[Philliesphan13]
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INTRO
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THE POSITIVES:
Great graphics as always, Challenge of the Week is as the title states, a "challenge," but still a fun addition, better RTTS setup with more realistic objectives and training system, very in-depth Franchise, some online improvements, and a solid co-op mode.
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THE NEGATIVES:
It is very challenging, I wasn't a fan of the Pure-Analog controls, very similar to last years game.
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*****PLOT*****
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No plot, just a typical baseball game with its sets of modes such as: Franchise, Online, Season, Exhibition, Homerun Derby, and of course, Road to the Show.
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*****GRAPHICS*****
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Great graphics with realistic swing and pitch movements that are authentic to many of the players. As always, the best computer fans in any sports game.
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*****GAMEPLAY*****
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Like every year, I find myself more involved in the Road to the Show mode. For me, it is the most fun and the games are quicker, which is a complaint I have with regular games because I feel they are too long. I have only played with one guy so far which is a surprise for me since I often make new guys like every week. I am in my fifth season ( 4th in the majors) and the best player on my team. Something I do have to say is that it is definately more of a challenge to hit as I found myself dipping below .300 a few time (eventually going on streaks to bring it up) and I have averaged a .317 average in four seasons, something I am not used to. All in all, it can be very frustrating at times; making me want to throw my controller at the screen. It offers plenty of training practices that often vary depending on how you're performing at that time. Franchise is solid as always but I can't really explain much since I rarily play that mode. But if it's similar to 09, I can promise there's a lot to do.
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*****ONLINE MULTIPLAYER*****
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I have only played a few games online but I must say, atleast for me, it is much less laggy than 09, not sure about 10 (if you can't already tell, I passed on 10 last year as I thought it was too similar). Challenge of the week is difficult for me but it is a nice feature and cool to have a chance to win some nice prizes.
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*****SOUND*****
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Great sound. From the crack of the bat, to the ball hitting the mit, to the sounds of the crowd, and the calls of the umps, this is a great sounding game. Commentators are OK but not great..
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*****LIFE VALUE*****
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Endless............................................................ Similar to 09, which I played all the way up to the release of 11, almost 2 years later!!! It is very fun and every game is different.
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*****RECOMMENDATIONS*****
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Solid game, if you have 10, maybe you pass as Pure-Analog isn't enough for you to shell out $60 for this roster update..
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*****FINAL SCORES*****
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Story - N/A
Online Multiplayer - 8/10
Life Value - 10/10
Graphics - 9/10
GamePlay - 8.5/10
Controls - 7.5/10
Sound Effects - 9/10
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*****EDITOR'S OVERALL THOUGHT SCORE – 8.6/10*****
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MLB 11: The Show
by Philliesphan13