Announcing OOTP 23 - Pre-Order Now!

[HoustonGM]

Do the standalone and Steam versions use the same saved game folder? If I were to use the preordered beta that comes early, and then later purchase through Steam, is the transition of that saved game seemless?

[silvam14]

Originally Posted by David Watts

I agree. I didn't even know what Steam was until OOTP gave out that free Steam install several versions back. I'm not the most computer savvy guy and Steam makes things so much easier for me. Having such easy access to all things sylvem(hope I spelled that right) is almost as important to me as getting the new version of the game.

You were close, just forgot the 14 Thanks for the high praise!

[David Watts]

Originally Posted by silvam14

You were close, just forgot the 14 Thanks for the high praise!

I also used a y instead of an i. Ugh! You deserve the praise.

[Antonin]

Originally Posted by Sweed

Well there's nothing OOTP can do about sales tax. You pay the sales tax either way. Buy the game at regular price, pay sales tax on that amount. But at the discount, pay sales tax at that price. You don't lose the discount and, pay less tax when you preorder.

Example only, not the actual numbers.

$40 * .07 = 2.80 tx $42.80
$35 * .07 = 2.45 tx 37.45

Actual savings on the preorder is $5.35. That's more than the $5 discount

I can only speak for myself, but whatever the price is, including the tax, it's always worth it. When I look at how many hours of enjoyment I get from this incredible game, year after year after year, it's worth every penny.

[Syd Thrift]

Originally Posted by HoustonGM

Do the standalone and Steam versions use the same saved game folder? If I were to use the preordered beta that comes early, and then later purchase through Steam, is the transition of that saved game seemless?

I know the base game puts saves in a separate folder from the rest of the game so I’m not entirely sure. I think it continues to use the same senate folder for saves - I don’t remember having to find the Steam directory for moving things around in that.

You should have a Steam key for the latter question so it’s more of a question of adding that to your Steam application and then uninstalling and re-installing OOTP when the time comes. As far as using the save goes, at worst you’ll need to navigate around a little to find your first save, which you’d have to do as a part of uninstalling and reinstalling the game anyway.

[HoustonGM]

Originally Posted by Syd Thrift

I know the base game puts saves in a separate folder from the rest of the game so I’m not entirely sure. I think it continues to use the same senate folder for saves - I don’t remember having to find the Steam directory for moving things around in that.

You should have a Steam key for the latter question so it’s more of a question of adding that to your Steam application and then uninstalling and re-installing OOTP when the time comes. As far as using the save goes, at worst you’ll need to navigate around a little to find your first save, which you’d have to do as a part of uninstalling and reinstalling the game anyway.

Yeah Steam puts the saved games in Documents\Out of the Park Developments\OOTP Baseball 22\saved_games

[KentCol]

Originally Posted by Sweed

For balance, I'll just comment for anyone, new user or old, that may come in and read this.

I've had no issues using Steam that has resulted in me not being able to play the game. If one is worried they can set up the game to play in "offline" mode. I believe, that also means the game won't update unless one switches to "online". Someone please correct me if that is wrong.

One other advantage is, when patching, the game is not totally reinstalled as happens with Fastspring as the patch is the whole new exe. Where in Steam it only updates files that change. The advantage is mod files are not overwritten with each new patch unless, or course, if that one particular file is changed in the patch.

None of that means I think everyone should get the Steam version. Doesn't mean others do not have problems. I can only speak from my experience and what I know about how Steam works.

In the end, for me, being able to go to the Steam Workshop and install most of the mods I want (historical stadiums, face gens, etc.) by simply "subscribing" to the mod and letting the workshop install them makes Steam the better option for me. The only price I pay is to not get the 2 day early release that I used to get buying direct from OOTP.

So if you start with the Fastspring version can you switch to the Steam version and keep your season?

[Lukas Berger]

Originally Posted by KentCol

So if you start with the Fastspring version can you switch to the Steam version and keep your season?

Sure, you can always move your leagues between Steam and standalone (or even Windows/Mac). It may require a little manual work, like copy/pasting the .lg folder to a different place sometimes, but it's definitely possible.

[Sweed]

Originally Posted by KentCol

So if you start with the Fastspring version can you switch to the Steam version and keep your season?

Yes, as Lukas also noted. I would add from a PC perspective that, at least for v21, both Steam and FS use the same location for saves in your MY Documents folder. Seamless switch between the two versions. I can't imagine that changing.

How it works going mac or linux to Steam I do not know.

Mods are a bit different in where they are located and why I prefer Steam and the Steam Workshop and not having to manually install them. In Steam you subscribe to the mod you want and Steam does the work.

[HoustonGM]

This may seem like a small nitpick, but will 2022 start on April 7 with the actual lockout modified schedule, or at least have the option for that?

[Rosco Peabody]

Preordered! Been playing my same franchise over every version since OOTP12

[Pelican]

I shouldn’t admit to this, but honestly if the price for OOTP 23 were $100 bucks I would have placed my order just as fast, and I am not independently wealthy, just a semi-retired guy on a pension who gets lots of enjoyment from the game. When I think how much I spend monthly on TV streaming services, it’s a joke. There is no comparison. I think my stance on OOTP is called “inelastic demand”?

[koohead]

ug...10 more hours....

[Mr. Marlin]

Pre-ordered. Hey Markus & Co. Happy 15th Anniversary! I've been with you guys for every version since OOTP 8. You keep making great games and I'll keep buying them!

[84Cubs]

I really love the font for the new logo: the 23 on top of a baseball. If OOTP sold a hat with just that logo, maybe a dark blue hat with the Yellow 23 on a baseball or even the 23 alone, I might buy it.

[Syd Thrift]

They did T shirts with 22. I don’t wear hats except when it’s freezing (so only 250 days of the year here in Chicago) so I can’t speak to other clothing…

[Khan]

Not sure when exactly it went up, but the Steam page is up for OOTP23 though you can't order yet.

At last, more uniform customization!!

I'm sold

[Rain King]

Here is what the About info says on Steam.

Originally Posted by Steam

Out of the Park Baseball 23 - the 23rd version of the award-winning sports strategy franchise - is a baseball strategy powerhouse. Loaded with powerful new 3D visuals, all-new customization options, and - for the first time ever! - in-game tutorials guiding you through its incredible depth, it appeals to series rookies and veterans alike. Featuring unmatched authenticity licensed by MLB and the MLBPA and a bevy of offline and online gameplay options, Out of the Park Baseball 23 builds on the series’ rich tradition as an unparalleled experience.

“OOTP is an astonishing accomplishment!” - Boston Red Sox Principal Owner John W. Henry

Out of the Park Baseball 23 is built upon the foundation of a series that has twice won Metacritic’s PC Game of the Year - the only game to ever do that!

If it happens in real baseball, it happens in Out of the Park Baseball! Discover new talent, draft the next superstar, negotiate with free agents, enter trade talks with other teams, build your dynasty and guide a franchise into an infinite future! As a manager, dive into the more hands-on management and set your team's lineups, pitching staffs, in-game strategy and call the shots from the dugout. You can oversee your league at a high level, or play out each game in the gorgeous 3D game mode, managing play by play or even pitch by pitch. OOTP has it all covered!

OOTP 23 comes with accurate 2022 MLB, MiLB, and KBO rosters featuring ultra-realistic player ratings, schedules, and league rules. Plus, all historical MLB seasons (1871-2021, including full historical minor leagues) and dozens of international pro and independent baseball leagues from around the world, featuring accurate 2022 rosters and player ratings. You can even create your very own fictional baseball universe with fictional teams and players, the possibilities are endless. The Infinite Baseball Sandbox!

New features in OOTP 23 include:

● All new visual improvements! Player faces have been added to in-game 3D models, hundreds of new 3D animation updates have been added, the all-new Cleveland Guardians logos/uniform/stadium is here, along with all-new sortable team statistics and the ability to search for, filter, and tag in-game news messages!
● Unlimited Alternate Uniforms! At long last, you can create Alternate uniforms for your team - and the options are virtually unlimited! Design hat/jersey/pant combinations to your heart’s content, and designate the uniforms for days of the week and/or even specific dates of the year!
● All new In-Game Tutorials! For the first time ever, Out of the Park Baseball offers in-game guides highlighting all kinds of interesting information. Rookies and veterans alike will love these simple, powerful explainers - and more will be added all season long based on feedback from the community.
● Dramatically updated Live Starts! Our wildly popular Live Starts feature just got massively bigger and better - we now feature Full Minors from Low-A all the way through AAA for each organization whenever you Live Start from any day of the entire 2022 season!
● In-game simulation engine upgrades! We’ve crunched massive amounts of data and crafted a significantly improved in-game core simulation engine, which will benefit not just the traditional Franchise Mode but also Perfect Team! Plus, all-new ratings balances for historical players AND a much-improved version of Negro League player ratings are in place!
● New 2022 MLB rules, tactics, playoffs, and strategies! Baseball continues evolving each year - and we have got you covered. From the new playoff structure to the universal DH, the latest and greatest MLB experience is here for you!
● New customizable options to create your own unique experience! Ever want to see what ties would be like in MLB? Or change up the playoffs with a full double elimination tournament or greatly expanded Round-Robin options? All sorts of new options are available to tinker with to design your own personal baseball heaven.
● New tools for Online Leagues! A new “waypoints’ system allows online league Commissioners to mark customized simulation dates, and a new “limited power” Commissioner option expands the ability for multiple people to help run online leagues.
● Many, many more improvements, all built upon the incredibly deep award-winning Out of the Park Baseball engine that has accurately simulated the World Series winner the past three of the past five seasons on MLB Network!

Perfect Team 23 mode:

Perfect Team is an incredible free online competition mode in Out of the Park Baseball that shook up the industry when it first launched in OOTP 19. Assemble, customize, and manage your team by collecting baseball cards from the past, present and future of Major League Baseball. Set your strategy and tactics, then compete against players from around the world to see who is truly the best!

Do you have what it takes to build the Perfect Team?

All the new Perfect Team details are coming soon!

[Baileycjj]

You had me at pre-order

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[84Cubs]

Originally Posted by Syd Thrift

They did T shirts with 22. I don’t wear hats except when it’s freezing (so only 250 days of the year here in Chicago) so I can’t speak to other clothing…

T-shirts would be cool.