OOTP 11 - Thread for initial impressions...

Markus Heinsohn · 04-12-2010, 05:51 AM

... please let us know your initial impressions on OOTP 11!

Edit by Steve: but if you're seeing problems/buggy stuff, please post them in Tech Support!!

All the best,
Markus

megamanmatt · 04-12-2010, 06:04 AM

So far much much faster. And it is purtty as well.

Kemp · 04-12-2010, 06:25 AM

I created some custom data files but after putting them in my new OOTP11 folder, the game doesn't seem to be recognizing them.

Where does OOTP11 look for data files? (like nations.txt, ethnicities.txt, etc)

sbailey85 · 04-12-2010, 06:26 AM

so far i like that i didnt have to run the install as super user on linux by default like when installing the 9 and 10 demos

Markus Heinsohn · 04-12-2010, 06:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kemp

I created some custom data files but after putting them in my new OOTP11 folder, the game doesn't seem to be recognizing them.

Where does OOTP11 look for data files? (like nations.txt, ethnicities.txt, etc)

My Documents/OOTP Developments/Out of the Park Baseball 11/database

Make sure you copy the files there first, and then start a new league.

hfield007 · 04-12-2010, 07:05 AM

I messed up something and cleared and deleted all players and then clicked the "fill all teams with players" option and the batters were all fine. however the pitchers all had ratings between 1-5 with 1 stamina.

hfield007 · 04-12-2010, 07:09 AM

It seems like its finally fixed where if i am playing my 1890 season and have the nations file to only make me white american players they will no longer give my managers hispanic heritages anymore despite all my players being white non hispanic. this was really annoying. THANK YOU

kiersteadmo · 04-12-2010, 07:13 AM

i had this guy free agent travis chick

5 star guy pot
3 star skill so far

asking 400k 1 year

i tested all kinds of offers and said no to even 10 mil a year 5 years, he kept saying add more money so i did til 10 mil

but then said yes to a minor league deal.... kinda fishy because anyone woudl have said yes to 10 mil a year , i was redsox

dancariaz · 04-12-2010, 07:15 AM

not a good impression this year: license key is not working. But I've e-mailed the support and I hope I'll also post good impressions soon

DustinthePOWERHOUSE · 04-12-2010, 07:17 AM

This may be a long entry, but it's warranted.

I am extremely impressed with the speed of this game. It has not slowed down for me yet (maybe it will still, but so far incredible) and the lay-out is outstanding. The lay-out in previous years was by no means bad, but this years lay-out is by far one of the most underrated new features in my opinion. It takes a couple of times to get used to, granted, but after wards everything fits. It's like a neat little map, or a kitchen with everything in the right position. Just a tremendous job by Markus and everyone else.

The speed needs to be discussed again however, it is simply fast. There isn't another way of putting it. From the opening, to the loading, to the screen changes it is quick and precise and a far cry from 10. I am amazed at this and I am infinitely thankful.

Another thing is the bookmark. The bookmark feature, while not overly dramatic, is a much better asset than the 'recent" screen and is another feature that is awesome and a very useful tool.

Enough gushing, I have to get back to playing. But I had to write this glowing review because this game is exactly what I had hoped for. Thank you everyone who made this game in any capacity. I truly appreciate it.

Markus Heinsohn · 04-12-2010, 07:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dancariaz

not a good impression this year: license key is not working. But I've e-mailed the support and I hope I'll also post good impressions soon

Have you tried disabling your firewall?

dancariaz · 04-12-2010, 07:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Markus Heinsohn

Have you tried disabling your firewall?

I'll try that now

Edit: still not working

gamefan1978 · 04-12-2010, 07:33 AM

Started my season with the Cubs and ended up winning 4-2. Ryan Dempster 6 innings 2 ER 4 K's 1 BB. Marlon Byrd 1-3 HR 3 RBI. Save by Carlos Marmol. Great game and a good start to the season by the Chicago Cubs.

CoachDirty · 04-12-2010, 07:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gamefan1978

Started my season with the Cubs and ended up winning 4-2. Ryan Dempster 6 innings 2 ER 4 K's 1 BB. Marlon Byrd 1-3 HR 3 RBI. Save by Carlos Marmol. Great game and a good start to the season by the Chicago Cubs.

Well, then obviously the sim engine is unrealistic

towerofpower · 04-12-2010, 07:41 AM

Just wanted to say that the FaceGen project work is...well remarkable. It's great having the real faces of players that will update as they change teams. Kudos to all involved with that project...and whoever did the Joba Chamberlein face...big thumbs up to you

Haven't poked and prodded the game engine much yet (importing my 3 versions strong fictional league right now) but so far this looks to be the best version yet.

Cheers,

Steve

ukhotstove · 04-12-2010, 07:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dancariaz

I'll try that now

Edit: still not working

Have you tried copying and pasting the license number from your email receipt instead of typing it in, worked for me as I got the "could not activate" at first.

SC_Dawg · 04-12-2010, 07:48 AM

Going to visit family this coming weekend and with OOTP being released I have something to play with while the kids are being entertained by grandparents.

Thanks Guys!

Oh, the interface has a definite new feel to it and it is going to take me a bit of time to get used to it. The game thus far is without a doubt faster.

Still haven't "fixed" the one thing I desperately want fixed (enable the foreigner limit and the pitcher vs hitter limit to work such that the total foreigner limit is the controlling factor not the total foreigner hitters/pitchers). Or it is not been fixed to the best of my knowledge. I will do more distinct testing of this tonight when I once again attempt to design the South Carolina Mill League.

asaintsfan · 04-12-2010, 07:52 AM

Simply awesome - thanks for another homerun.

The speed is phenomenal - the layout is amazing and the new historical load is great.

I would buy anything you put out Mr H

Thanks again

abear2008 · 04-12-2010, 07:53 AM

I would have to say the first impression is negative since it will not accept my license code.

Markus Heinsohn · 04-12-2010, 07:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by abear2008

I would have to say the first impression is negative since it will not accept my license code.

Try copy & paste (Ctrl-V to paste it into the dialog) the license number.

Also, please make sure that any firewall is disabled temporarily (windows firewall or the one in your router).

04-12-2010, 05:51 AM	#1
Markus Heinsohn Developer OOTP Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Germany Posts: 24,737	OOTP 11 - Thread for initial impressions... ... please let us know your initial impressions on OOTP 11! Edit by Steve: but if you're seeing problems/buggy stuff, please post them in Tech Support!! All the best, Markus __________________ Buy Out of the Park Baseball 25 now! Download OOTP Go 25 for iOS Download OOTP Go 25 for Android Last edited by battists; 04-12-2010 at 07:23 AM.

04-12-2010, 06:04 AM	#2
megamanmatt Hall Of Famer Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Lakeville, Minnesota Posts: 2,416	So far much much faster. And it is purtty as well. __________________ "The Minneapolis Lakers moved to Los Angeles, where there are no lakes; The Oilers moved to Tennessee where there is no oil; the Jazz moved to Salt Lake City where they don't allow music; The Oakland Raiders moved to Los Angeles and then back to Oakland, no one in Los Angeles seemed to notice." Note to self: Princess Kenny was really off-putting.

04-12-2010, 07:15 AM	#9
dancariaz Minors (Triple A) Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Germany Posts: 234	not a good impression this year: license key is not working. But I've e-mailed the support and I hope I'll also post good impressions soon __________________ F2P Team

04-12-2010, 07:48 AM	#17
SC_Dawg All Star Reserve Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Columbia, South Carolina Posts: 664	Yay! I now have something to do this weekend! Going to visit family this coming weekend and with OOTP being released I have something to play with while the kids are being entertained by grandparents. Thanks Guys! Oh, the interface has a definite new feel to it and it is going to take me a bit of time to get used to it. The game thus far is without a doubt faster. Still haven't "fixed" the one thing I desperately want fixed (enable the foreigner limit and the pitcher vs hitter limit to work such that the total foreigner limit is the controlling factor not the total foreigner hitters/pitchers). Or it is not been fixed to the best of my knowledge. I will do more distinct testing of this tonight when I once again attempt to design the South Carolina Mill League. __________________ Jos 24:15 "If it is disagreeable in your sight to serve the LORD, choose for yourselves today whom you will serve: whether the gods which your fathers served which were beyond the River, or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you are living; but as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD."

04-12-2010, 07:53 AM	#19
abear2008 Minors (Rookie Ball) Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 26	Would have to say negative I would have to say the first impression is negative since it will not accept my license code.

04-12-2010, 06:25 AM	#3
Kemp All Star Starter Join Date: Feb 2002 Posts: 1,181	I created some custom data files but after putting them in my new OOTP11 folder, the game doesn't seem to be recognizing them. Where does OOTP11 look for data files? (like nations.txt, ethnicities.txt, etc)

04-12-2010, 06:26 AM	#4
sbailey85 Minors (Single A) Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 94	so far i like that i didnt have to run the install as super user on linux by default like when installing the 9 and 10 demos

04-12-2010, 07:05 AM	#6
hfield007 All Star Starter Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 1,650	I messed up something and cleared and deleted all players and then clicked the "fill all teams with players" option and the batters were all fine. however the pitchers all had ratings between 1-5 with 1 stamina.

04-12-2010, 07:09 AM	#7
hfield007 All Star Starter Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 1,650	It seems like its finally fixed where if i am playing my 1890 season and have the nations file to only make me white american players they will no longer give my managers hispanic heritages anymore despite all my players being white non hispanic. this was really annoying. THANK YOU

04-12-2010, 07:13 AM	#8
kiersteadmo Minors (Single A) Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 57	i had this guy free agent travis chick 5 star guy pot 3 star skill so far asking 400k 1 year i tested all kinds of offers and said no to even 10 mil a year 5 years, he kept saying add more money so i did til 10 mil but then said yes to a minor league deal.... kinda fishy because anyone woudl have said yes to 10 mil a year , i was redsox

04-12-2010, 07:17 AM	#10
DustinthePOWERHOUSE All Star Reserve Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Boston Posts: 871	This may be a long entry, but it's warranted. I am extremely impressed with the speed of this game. It has not slowed down for me yet (maybe it will still, but so far incredible) and the lay-out is outstanding. The lay-out in previous years was by no means bad, but this years lay-out is by far one of the most underrated new features in my opinion. It takes a couple of times to get used to, granted, but after wards everything fits. It's like a neat little map, or a kitchen with everything in the right position. Just a tremendous job by Markus and everyone else. The speed needs to be discussed again however, it is simply fast. There isn't another way of putting it. From the opening, to the loading, to the screen changes it is quick and precise and a far cry from 10. I am amazed at this and I am infinitely thankful. Another thing is the bookmark. The bookmark feature, while not overly dramatic, is a much better asset than the 'recent" screen and is another feature that is awesome and a very useful tool. Enough gushing, I have to get back to playing. But I had to write this glowing review because this game is exactly what I had hoped for. Thank you everyone who made this game in any capacity. I truly appreciate it.

04-12-2010, 07:33 AM	#13
gamefan1978 Minors (Single A) Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Iowa Posts: 96	Started my season with the Cubs and ended up winning 4-2. Ryan Dempster 6 innings 2 ER 4 K's 1 BB. Marlon Byrd 1-3 HR 3 RBI. Save by Carlos Marmol. Great game and a good start to the season by the Chicago Cubs.

04-12-2010, 07:41 AM	#15
towerofpower Minors (Single A) Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Canton, MA Posts: 82	Just wanted to say that the FaceGen project work is...well remarkable. It's great having the real faces of players that will update as they change teams. Kudos to all involved with that project...and whoever did the Joba Chamberlein face...big thumbs up to you Haven't poked and prodded the game engine much yet (importing my 3 versions strong fictional league right now) but so far this looks to be the best version yet. Cheers, Steve

04-12-2010, 07:52 AM	#18
asaintsfan All Star Reserve Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: New Orleans LA Posts: 524	Simply awesome - thanks for another homerun. The speed is phenomenal - the layout is amazing and the new historical load is great. I would buy anything you put out Mr H Thanks again