Okay, so I’ve been diving deep into MLB The Show 24, and let me tell you, these sidearm pitchers are a whole different beast. I wanted to figure out how to really use these guys, ’cause their pitching style is just so weird, you know? So, I started by trying to find some good examples.
First, I watched a bunch of videos and read some stuff online. The stuff I found online talked about how sidearm pitchers release the ball at a lower angle, like less than 40 degrees or something. That got me thinking, I needed to see this in action. So I hopped into the game and messed around with different pitchers.
- Experimenting with Pitchers: I started by picking out pitchers known for their sidearm delivery. I tried a few games, just throwing pitches and seeing how the ball moved differently compared to regular overhand pitchers.
The first thing I did was just mess around with the pitching controls. I found that this game has a “Classic” pitching mode where you don’t have to do much, it’s more about the pitcher’s natural abilities. That sounded perfect for me to get a feel for these sidearm guys.
- Mastering the Controls: I practiced using the Classic pitching mode. It felt weird at first, not having to do those crazy joystick movements, but it let me focus on the pitcher’s unique delivery.
Then came the fun part – figuring out which pitches work best with a sidearm style. I read somewhere that sinkers, cutters, sliders, and changeups are the way to go. I started experimenting, throwing different combinations and seeing what gave the batters the most trouble.
- Finding the Right Pitches: I spent hours just throwing sinkers, cutters, and sliders. I noticed that these pitches, when thrown from that low angle, had some nasty movement that really messed with the hitters.
It wasn’t just about the pitches, though. I also had to adjust my whole stance and body position. I tried to keep my feet shoulder-width apart, knees bent a bit, just like I read in some forum. Then, I focused on that 3/4 to sidearm angle, trying to make it feel natural.
- Adjusting My Stance: This was the hardest part. Getting the body position right took a lot of practice. I kept adjusting, trying to find that sweet spot where the sidearm delivery felt smooth and effective.
Man, it was tough at first. I was giving up hits left and right. But I didn’t give up. I even messed with the game’s difficulty and sliders, just to give myself a bit of an edge while I was learning.
- Tweaking the Game Settings: Yeah, I admit it, I lowered the difficulty a bit. It helped me get more comfortable with the sidearm mechanics without getting totally crushed every game.
After a lot of trial and error, I finally started to get the hang of it. Those sidearm pitchers, with their funky deliveries and weird pitch movements, they became my secret weapon. I was striking guys out, getting ground balls, and having a blast. It was like I unlocked a whole new level of the game.
- Success at Last: I started winning more games. The batters couldn’t handle the movement on my pitches. It felt awesome to finally master these sidearm pitchers.
So yeah, that’s my story of how I figured out these sidearm pitchers in MLB The Show 24. It took some time, some practice, and a whole lot of patience, but it was totally worth it. Now, I’m out there dominating with these guys, and it feels great. If you’re struggling with them, just keep at it. Try out different things, adjust your stance, find the right pitches, and don’t be afraid to tweak the game settings a bit. You’ll get there!
