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GameVet · 04-12-2003, 11:16 PM

Hi all.... I just purchased OOTP5 yesterday with an elicense. The process was very easy and within in 5 mins. I was playing the game. I just needed to post on my thoughts of the game. I have been playing about 20 hours now and all I can say is that this game really pulls you in and keeps you from eating, sleeping, interacting with family. WOW, what a game! Thank you Marcus for a very well done game.... you really have a a SPECIAL game here.

Now back to my 7th season.... wondering how I`m going to lower my ticket prices. lol, they don`t like paying $16 a game for some reason. I`ll have to look in the manual. I`ll post again when I come up for air!!!!!!

Steve Kuffrey · 04-12-2003, 11:19 PM

They click up to $20 then down to $1 per ticket then the scale for prices starts again.

JWay · 04-12-2003, 11:24 PM

$14 is the limit, $15 in some cases. But for some reason doesn't matter who you are $20 dollars is a waste of time lol

MizzouRah · 04-12-2003, 11:56 PM

In Milwaukee, $7 is too much!

Ootp is definitly the leading cause of divorces across the nation. Not to mention, smelly breath, greasy hair, and a beard that looks like ZZ Top.

Todd

GameVet · 04-13-2003, 06:12 PM

WOW.... great responses.... thanks for the help Steve. I`m setting it back to 10 and trying to build a fan base for the Oakland franchise.

Just a couple of questions... do most managers run spring training or just let the computer do it for them? It looks like that you can really effect your players skills. I`ve personally cut down on power to increase making contact. Looks very interesting... not sure about pitching results... Ideas or tips anyone?

I have found that its tough to get a 4 or 5 star player to the majors without losing stars along the way. Any ideas why? Even with ledgendary scouts and minor managers.... every player loses stars along the way.

Steve Kuffrey · 04-13-2003, 06:22 PM

I run ST because you can make some changes if you want. As far as the players "not making it", in OOTP there are NO sure things as far as players go just like IRL. You can check the search feature and find a number of threads on player development.

GameVet · 04-13-2003, 06:51 PM

Thanks Steve.... I found a great article in another post on player development. I just need to get another decent pitcher or 2 to make the playoffs, before my stars get too old to win and I have to start rebuilding.....

Any thoughts on adding the ability to trade ammy picks in the future of OOTP?

Steve Kuffrey · 04-13-2003, 06:52 PM

You can use the "draft utility" and do it now, it can be found http://www.adventureran.com/mods.htm

GameVet · 04-13-2003, 07:15 PM

Thanks again Steve. Is the AI able to use the file in single player leagues? Or is it justed used on Online leagues?

Steve Kuffrey · 04-13-2003, 07:33 PM

The game can be played either way. I think that is what you are asking.

GameVet · 04-13-2003, 09:36 PM

What I am asking is..... if I download the utlility program... when I`m playing my season.... will the AI teams offer me trades that include ammy picks?

Such as a #1 pick for Reggie Jackson just as an example.

KWhit · 04-13-2003, 09:55 PM

No. The utility is mainly for online leagues who trade ammy picks and then have to reorder the draft, etc.

GameVet · 04-14-2003, 02:58 AM

Thanks KWit.... thats what I thought after downloading the file.

04-12-2003, 11:19 PM	#2
Steve Kuffrey Administrator Join Date: Jul 1999 Location: S.E. TN - Georgia born and raised Posts: 17,036	They click up to $20 then down to $1 per ticket then the scale for prices starts again. __________________ Steve Kuffrey DABS Atlanta Braves - 2008 Eastern Division Champ *DBLC Atlanta Braves - 2011, 2014 East Division Champ, 2012, 2013 NL Wildcard Baseball Maelstrom-Montreal Expos-2013 Tourney winner, 2014 WC Team Sparky's League - Tampa Bay D'Rays Epicenter Baseball League - Astros 2014 The CBL Rewind - Phillies '95

04-13-2003, 06:12 PM	#5
GameVet Minors (Rookie Ball) Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: California Posts: 42	WOW.... great responses.... thanks for the help Steve. I`m setting it back to 10 and trying to build a fan base for the Oakland franchise. Just a couple of questions... do most managers run spring training or just let the computer do it for them? It looks like that you can really effect your players skills. I`ve personally cut down on power to increase making contact. Looks very interesting... not sure about pitching results... Ideas or tips anyone? I have found that its tough to get a 4 or 5 star player to the majors without losing stars along the way. Any ideas why? Even with ledgendary scouts and minor managers.... every player loses stars along the way. __________________ Alltime favorite team 71-75 Oakland A's IABL Oakland 2003 Division and 2004 AL Champions PBL Minnesota 2003 and 2004 Division Champions NABA Oakland 2003 World Series Champions

04-13-2003, 06:22 PM	#6
Steve Kuffrey Administrator Join Date: Jul 1999 Location: S.E. TN - Georgia born and raised Posts: 17,036	I run ST because you can make some changes if you want. As far as the players "not making it", in OOTP there are NO sure things as far as players go just like IRL. You can check the search feature and find a number of threads on player development. __________________ Steve Kuffrey DABS Atlanta Braves - 2008 Eastern Division Champ *DBLC Atlanta Braves - 2011, 2014 East Division Champ, 2012, 2013 NL Wildcard Baseball Maelstrom-Montreal Expos-2013 Tourney winner, 2014 WC Team Sparky's League - Tampa Bay D'Rays Epicenter Baseball League - Astros 2014 The CBL Rewind - Phillies '95

04-13-2003, 06:51 PM	#7
GameVet Minors (Rookie Ball) Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: California Posts: 42	Thanks Steve.... I found a great article in another post on player development. I just need to get another decent pitcher or 2 to make the playoffs, before my stars get too old to win and I have to start rebuilding..... Any thoughts on adding the ability to trade ammy picks in the future of OOTP? __________________ Alltime favorite team 71-75 Oakland A's IABL Oakland 2003 Division and 2004 AL Champions PBL Minnesota 2003 and 2004 Division Champions NABA Oakland 2003 World Series Champions

04-13-2003, 06:52 PM	#8
Steve Kuffrey Administrator Join Date: Jul 1999 Location: S.E. TN - Georgia born and raised Posts: 17,036	You can use the "draft utility" and do it now, it can be found http://www.adventureran.com/mods.htm __________________ Steve Kuffrey DABS Atlanta Braves - 2008 Eastern Division Champ *DBLC Atlanta Braves - 2011, 2014 East Division Champ, 2012, 2013 NL Wildcard Baseball Maelstrom-Montreal Expos-2013 Tourney winner, 2014 WC Team Sparky's League - Tampa Bay D'Rays Epicenter Baseball League - Astros 2014 The CBL Rewind - Phillies '95

04-12-2003, 11:16 PM	#1
GameVet Minors (Rookie Ball) Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: California Posts: 42	New User... Hi all.... I just purchased OOTP5 yesterday with an elicense. The process was very easy and within in 5 mins. I was playing the game. I just needed to post on my thoughts of the game. I have been playing about 20 hours now and all I can say is that this game really pulls you in and keeps you from eating, sleeping, interacting with family. WOW, what a game! Thank you Marcus for a very well done game.... you really have a a SPECIAL game here. Now back to my 7th season.... wondering how I`m going to lower my ticket prices. lol, they don`t like paying $16 a game for some reason. I`ll have to look in the manual. I`ll post again when I come up for air!!!!!! __________________ Alltime favorite team 71-75 Oakland A's IABL Oakland 2003 Division and 2004 AL Champions PBL Minnesota 2003 and 2004 Division Champions NABA Oakland 2003 World Series Champions

04-12-2003, 11:24 PM	#3
JWay Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Sioux Falls, SD Posts: 5,031	$14 is the limit, $15 in some cases. But for some reason doesn't matter who you are $20 dollars is a waste of time lol

04-12-2003, 11:56 PM	#4
MizzouRah Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Troy, Mo Posts: 6,266	In Milwaukee, $7 is too much! Ootp is definitly the leading cause of divorces across the nation. Not to mention, smelly breath, greasy hair, and a beard that looks like ZZ Top. Todd

04-13-2003, 07:15 PM	#9
GameVet Minors (Rookie Ball) Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: California Posts: 42	Thanks again Steve. Is the AI able to use the file in single player leagues? Or is it justed used on Online leagues? __________________ Alltime favorite team 71-75 Oakland A's IABL Oakland 2003 Division and 2004 AL Champions PBL Minnesota 2003 and 2004 Division Champions NABA Oakland 2003 World Series Champions

04-13-2003, 07:33 PM	#10
Steve Kuffrey Administrator Join Date: Jul 1999 Location: S.E. TN - Georgia born and raised Posts: 17,036	The game can be played either way. I think that is what you are asking. __________________ Steve Kuffrey DABS Atlanta Braves - 2008 Eastern Division Champ *DBLC Atlanta Braves - 2011, 2014 East Division Champ, 2012, 2013 NL Wildcard Baseball Maelstrom-Montreal Expos-2013 Tourney winner, 2014 WC Team Sparky's League - Tampa Bay D'Rays Epicenter Baseball League - Astros 2014 The CBL Rewind - Phillies '95

04-13-2003, 09:36 PM	#11
GameVet Minors (Rookie Ball) Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: California Posts: 42	What I am asking is..... if I download the utlility program... when I`m playing my season.... will the AI teams offer me trades that include ammy picks? Such as a #1 pick for Reggie Jackson just as an example. __________________ Alltime favorite team 71-75 Oakland A's IABL Oakland 2003 Division and 2004 AL Champions PBL Minnesota 2003 and 2004 Division Champions NABA Oakland 2003 World Series Champions

04-13-2003, 09:55 PM	#12
KWhit Major Leagues Join Date: Feb 2002 Posts: 413	No. The utility is mainly for online leagues who trade ammy picks and then have to reorder the draft, etc. __________________

04-14-2003, 02:58 AM	#13
GameVet Minors (Rookie Ball) Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: California Posts: 42	Thanks KWit.... thats what I thought after downloading the file. __________________ Alltime favorite team 71-75 Oakland A's IABL Oakland 2003 Division and 2004 AL Champions PBL Minnesota 2003 and 2004 Division Champions NABA Oakland 2003 World Series Champions