Alright, so I messed around with MLB The Show, trying to figure out how to make those pitches look like they’re floating in slow motion. Here’s the breakdown of how I kinda-sorta got there.
First Things First: Sliders, Sliders, Sliders!
- Okay, I dove headfirst into the game’s settings. I knew that messing with the sliders was the key.
- Specifically, I was targeting the “Pitch Speed” slider. Obvious, right? I cranked that sucker all the way down. Like, all the way down.
- Next, I started tweaking “Human Timing” and “CPU Timing.” The goal was to make it easier for me (the human) to hit, while the CPU pitchers still felt challenging. Messing with these two settings will make you pull your hair out!
The Pitcher Matters (Duh!)
Turns out, not all pitchers are created equal. Who knew? (Everyone, probably).
- I hopped into Franchise mode and grabbed a pitcher with a high “Control” rating. Figured that accuracy would play a role.
- Then I started testing out different pitch types. Fastballs felt fast (duh again), but curveballs and changeups… that’s where the magic started to happen.
The Secret Sauce: Camera Angles & PCI Settings
This is where things got interesting.
- Changed my camera angle to “The Show 15” – it gives a nice, clear view of the pitch coming in. It’s all about perception, baby!
- PCI (Plate Coverage Indicator) settings are crucial. I experimented with different PCI types. The “Wedge” PCI gave me the best sense of where the ball was going, and let me time my swing better.
Practice, Practice, Practice!
No magic bullet here, sadly. You gotta grind it out.
- Spent a lot of time in Practice mode, just facing the same pitcher over and over.
- Focused on reading the pitch out of the hand, and tracking it all the way to the plate.
- Pay attention to the subtle differences in the pitcher’s delivery. That tiny shoulder twitch before a curveball? That’s your clue!
Did It Work? Sort Of.
Okay, so I didn’t exactly make the pitches look like they were in slow motion. But by messing with the sliders, camera angles, and PCI settings, I definitely slowed down the game in my head. I was reading the pitches better, timing my swings more accurately, and generally having a better time at the plate.
The Takeaway: It’s All About Feel
Honestly, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. What worked for me might not work for you. But the key is to experiment. Tweak those sliders, try different camera angles, find a PCI that you like, and just keep practicing. Eventually, you’ll find a combination that makes the game feel right for you.
Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’ve got a virtual World Series to win!
