MLB 12: The Show

1. spanky36

   Mar 7, 2012

   10

   Don't let the people with super high graphical expectations fool you, this game is amazing. Graphics ate fantastic, I think some people justDon't let the people with super high graphical expectations fool you, this game is amazing. Graphics ate fantastic, I think some people just forget this is on a handheld system. All the modes are here, unlike the psp versions of the game. Graphics, sounds, and controls are all awesome. Some trophies are gonna be hard, but that's a good thing to me.… Expand

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2. Shane12m

   Apr 15, 2012

   10

   When a handheld version of a highly established console game is released, it is common for players to expect the exact same experience, but onWhen a handheld version of a highly established console game is released, it is common for players to expect the exact same experience, but on the go. While the Vita version of MLB:12 The Show comes close to achieving this, there is still a significant difference between the two.
   
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   The gameplay really shines in this game. While some small features are missing from the console version, all of the gameplay features are identical. New to the series is pulse pitching and the Vita version makes sure to include this as well. Pulse pitching involves a pulsating circle that requires perfect timing in order to successfully pitch the ball where you want it. The pulse pitching was extremely frustrating, and being someone who is good with timing, I could almost never get the timing down. Thankfully, this feature is optional and the other pitching control methods from the previous PS3 are all here.
   
   Added onto the Vita version are touch controls. When pitching you are given the option of touching the screen to choose your pitch and touching where you want to place your pitch. I found the touch controls to be almost necessary as the analog controls for selecting your pitch location was way too finicky and was not near as precise. I found myself using the buttons to select my pitch and had to move my fingers around to touch the screen from my pitch location and then return to the button controls to execute my pitch. While at first this felt a little awkward and unneccary I found that with so many different ways to control how you pitch, itâ… Expand

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4. X3NEIZE

   Mar 9, 2012

   10

   A must buy, it is the system buying game for sure, it's a smaller replica than the PS3 counterpart, porting the same experience and gameplayA must buy, it is the system buying game for sure, it's a smaller replica than the PS3 counterpart, porting the same experience and gameplay minus the time consuming presentation screens, pefect baseball on-the-go game with cross platform support... Home? play it on the PS3, save it to the cloud and continue your season/franchise while travelig! awesome game indeed… Expand

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5. Wilsonasaraus

   Mar 31, 2012

   9

   This is my first baseball game, so this is coming from someone who doesn't really follow the games or the sport. The graphics aren't reallyThis is my first baseball game, so this is coming from someone who doesn't really follow the games or the sport. The graphics aren't really terrible, but they aren't fantastic. There is an obvious gap between what this game looks like, and maybe say, Uncharted: Golden Abyss. I had few issues with the frame rate, and haven't had any other graphical problems. The gameplay is, for the most part, very solid. With multiple ways to bat and pitch, you should find no problem getting the controls down. On its easiest setting, the game is as you would expect, easy. But put the difficulty up all the way, and you got yourself a challenging game.I can't really make a judgment about the teams or rosters because I only know the players from a few teams (Detroit Tigers!). There are many modes of play here. Ranging from basic exhibition to creating a player and rising through the ranks, or choosing teams and managing them without having to actually play in a single game. Overall, this game has a few minor problems but not any the absolutely hinder gameplay. If you have $40 and are looking for a good Vita game, this will not disappoint.… Expand

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6. sambadude

   May 6, 2012

   9

   Being British, we don't get a baseball game so we have to import MLB games from the US. This was the first MLB game I've ever played and IBeing British, we don't get a baseball game so we have to import MLB games from the US. This was the first MLB game I've ever played and I completely agree with the people that say it's the best sports game around. OK, the graphics aren't the best, but they're very very good for a handheld game, I've had the game for 3 weeks now, completed 1 year on Road to the show (Which is brilliant btw), and tried Franchise mode, which I'll admit I struggle on, even on the easiest difficulty, but I love it, I don't get annoyed at it. It's a great game, although if someone is about to buy a Vita, I would only recommend it if you like Baseball or you just love sports games in general.… Expand

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7. Rezevilfan

   Mar 21, 2012

   8

   This game is so incredible. I am a huge fan of "The Show" franchise, but everyone plays 360, so I never really felt the need to get it. TheThis game is so incredible. I am a huge fan of "The Show" franchise, but everyone plays 360, so I never really felt the need to get it. The graphics are just okay, but everything else is fun on a bun. The sound is incredible. The road to the show is great. I can't believe they packed so much of the full game into the Vita one. There is one thing that keeps this from being a 10... The load times. Oh my god. This game takes so incredibly long to load that you may start not enjoying it as much. They need to update it to fix this, and it will easily be the best game besides for AotMB.… Expand

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8. LacrosseD

   Mar 6, 2012

   6

   Wanted to issue a warning to folks on this one. Overall, I am enjoying the game and I am new to the series so I am forging up the learningWanted to issue a warning to folks on this one. Overall, I am enjoying the game and I am new to the series so I am forging up the learning curve. I am very disappointed in the graphics, very. I expected more. I am interested to hear how the community responds to this title. It's feature rich and you can set the controls in many variations to suit you play preference and skill. Not a deal killer but would advise to wait for a price drop to purchase.… Expand

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