Alright, let’s gab about this here “best pitchin’ style” in that there MLB The Show 24 game, ya know? Folks keep askin’ me, even though I ain’t no fancy gamer or nothin’. But I watch them young’uns play, and I got eyes, don’t I? So here’s the lowdown, plain and simple, like how we like it.
Now, they got all sorts of fancy names for pitchin’ – Pulse, Classic, Pinpoint, Analog… Sounds like a bunch of hogwash to me, but it boils down to how you sling that there ball.
Some folks swear by that “Pinpoint” thing. They say it’s the best, lets you put the ball right where you want it. But from what I see, it’s kinda tricky. You gotta draw somethin’ on the screen, like you’re paintin’ a picture. Too much fuss for an old gal like me, and probably for some of you too.
Then there’s “Analog,” where you gotta flick that stick just right. Reminds me of tryin’ to catch a greased pig – squirrely and hard to control. Maybe good for them young whippersnappers with their fast reflexes, but not for us folks who like things a bit steadier.
- Pulse and Classic Pitching
These two, they seem alright. Pulse, it’s got that little circle thingy that shrinks, and you gotta time it just right. Classic, it’s that old meter thing, like fillin’ up a bucket. Not too fancy, not too hard. Just good, solid pitchin’.
- Which one is the most realistic?
Now, if you’re lookin’ for somethin’ that feels real, like you’re actually standin’ on that mound, folks say Pulse and Classic are the way to go. They say it’s a good mix of how good the pitcher is and how good you are at pushin’ them buttons. Makes sense to me.
See, with that Pinpoint and Analog stuff, you can take some scrub pitcher and make him look like a Cy Young winner. That ain’t right! A fella with a bad arm should throw like a fella with a bad arm, that’s what I say.
And let’s not forget about hittin’! They say that “Zone” hittin’ is the best. Gives you the most control, like you’re really swingin’ that bat. But that’s another story for another day. We’re talkin’ pitchin’ here, dang it!
So, what’s the best? Well, it depends on what you’re lookin’ for. If you want somethin’ fancy and you got the time to learn it, maybe try that Pinpoint thing. If you want somethin’ that feels real and ain’t too complicated, go with Pulse or Classic. That’s what I’d do. Keeps it simple, ya know?
And listen here, don’t get too caught up in all this video game stuff. It’s just a game. Get outside, get some fresh air, throw a real ball around. That’s the best way to learn about pitchin’, believe you me. But if you’re gonna be glued to that screen, at least pick a pitchin’ style that makes sense. Don’t go makin’ it harder on yourself than it needs to be. That’s my two cents, take it or leave it.
Some Tips for Better Pitchin’, No Matter the Style
Now, no matter which fancy pitchin’ style you pick, there’s some things that’ll help ya out. First off, know your pitcher. Some fellas throw hard, some fellas throw junk. You gotta use ’em right. Don’t try throwin’ a fastball with a knuckleballer, ya hear? That’s just silly.
And mix it up! Don’t throw the same pitch over and over, or them hitters will tee off on ya. Fastball, curveball, slider… keep ’em guessin’. That’s the key to good pitchin’, whether it’s on a screen or out in the field.
And most important, stay calm. Don’t get rattled if they hit a homer or two. Just keep pitchin’ your game. That’s what the good ones do. They don’t let nothin’ get to ’em. They just keep on throwin’ strikes, one after another.
So there you have it. My take on this whole “best pitchin’ style” thing. Hope it helps ya out. And if it don’t, well, don’t come cryin’ to me. I’m just an old woman tryin’ to make sense of this crazy world, one video game at a time.
One last thing, those young’uns are always yappin’ about “meta” this and “meta” that. Sounds like a bunch of gibberish to me. Just find what works for you and stick with it. That’s the best “meta” there is, if you ask me.
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