Important: This patch is only for OOTP 25 versions which were purchased directly from us or resellers who use our version. It is also available via the Steam client with the public password below.
Hi everybody!
We're preparing to release the second OOTP 25 patch, so here is a
public beta,
version 25.2.52. Please give it a try and report bugs here if you'd like to help
Use this at your own risk! Please back up important league files before loading them in this beta. This patch is compatible with the previous patch for online leagues - exports will work between versions, however both clients and the commish need to update to benefit from the online league fixes.
Changelists 25.2.52:
Updated MLB roster set (need to start new game for changes to apply)
Adjusted player creation for HS players
Updated player development speed for select players
Adjusted Reliever salary demands
Adjusted pitch value ratings for display
Updated player creation current ratings levels for draft picks, IAFA
Adjusted gains from speed, stealing, and baserunning development programs
Updated minor league player totals
Players added to the program selection portion of the development lab now stick for the back button
Fixed Restore dialog window height
Adjusted ratings changes when learning new position in the development lab
Fixed empty missions list on PT Home screen
Fixed teams releasing players while away on tournament. Slightly loosened reserve roster limits for unavailable player
Updated timing on throws
Added “Prefer ipv6” option to Settings dialog inside the Expert tab (potential fix for some issues with PT cards not appearing)
Added “Quick-Play & Finish Today” button to Today’s Game widget on Manager Home screen
Can now select which roster to use while the tournament is preparing or before the first game has been played.
Reduced improvements from defensive programs in the development lab
Development lab defensive program position no longer decided by current position
All defensive programs now count the same when determining a player’s already attempted programs each offseason
Improved ask AI to fill development lab
Updated Negro Leagues player ratings balance
Fixed sim to event not stopping
Updated color scale for 2-8 ratings
Fixed issue changing to neutralized stats in historical setup
Fixed not receiving draft pick compensation for unsigned players
Older minor league free agents will retire quicker. Teams will release older minor league players easier
PT: Fixed latest content releases list
PT: Tournament Roster Builder fixes:
- Improved back/forward button navigation
- Can now export from tournament to a new local saved roster
- Remove duplicate roster restrictions
- Roster restrictions now have a general sort (Non-Cap/Cap, DH/NoDH, then by restrictions)
- Updated menus
- Save created rosters on exit
- Fixed some button status mismatches
PT: Fixed errors in changing buy/sell order values.
PT: Fixed combinator cards in “Your Card Orders” tab
PT: Multiple fixes to Tournament Roster Builder
PT: Added list of used tournament/draft slots
PT: Adjusted default depth chart AI (avoid worse fielders)
How to access the beta on Steam:- Quit OOTP 25 if it's running.
- Open Steam client -> Library
- Right click on Out of the Park Baseball 25
- Click on "Properties" at the bottom of the menu
- Click on the beta tab. Here, enter the following code / password: ootp25betapt
- Click on "Check code"
- Open the beta pull-down and select "publicbeta".
- Close the Steam client (Steam menu -> Exit)
- Open the client again. It should then download the beta build.
Update Info for our webstore customers: To apply the update, simply download the setup file and install it over your current installation.
There is no need to uninstall or unlicense your current copy! However, you should quit the game before installing it, of course. Updates always contain all the changes from previous updates. Saved games are compatible between different versions.
Download link for PC Beta (Fastspring Webstore Version):
Main server: PC Installer
Mirror:
http://ootpdevfiles.com/ootp/25.2.52/ootp25setup.exe
Here's a PC installer (Fastspring) that installs into a single folder, which is useful for external HDs for example. Or for creating a second test install of the game, so you can try the patch out without the risk of messing up your main install of the game if something is wrong in the patch:
PC Single Folder Installer
Download link for Mac (FastSpring):
Main Server: Mac OSX Installer
Mirror:
http://ootpdevfiles.com/ootp/25.2.52...5Installer.dmg
Please post here if you have any issues or if you run into major bugs. Thanks!
If all goes well, then we will launch the patch officially on Wednesday.
Cheers,
The OOTP Team