Here is my (brief) story:
Before
I was behind on everything, and only winning in Diamond Dynasty due to pitching, but I couldn't hit a lick. I couldn't catch up to fastballs unless I pretty much guessed with my eyes closed. I was hitting roughly 1-2 home runs per 10 Ranked Seasons games, and the Player Programs were a challenge.
My (newish) Samsung TV had noticeable framerate drops and lag, and recently online had been unplayable. I'd gone up against Shohei Ohtani with poor framerate and got 2 hits and struck out 17 times.
I felt helpless and frustrated. I tried going into "expert settings" and tinkered with some picture settings, but it only helped marginally.
Then I found a forum where someone explained how to turn on Game Mode, even if it's not an easily accessible option in your picture settings.
After
It's a whole new ballgame. I'm destroying everything, and often early on fastballs. I've won five straight games, many in which the opponent quit due to a blowout. My home run frequency has jumped from roughly 1-2 every 10 games, to roughly 2-3 every game - and sometimes more.
It's so. much. more. fun. Getting into a hitters count actually gets my heart pumping, because I feel so ready - and capable - of getting a hold of one.
It honestly plays like a completely different game, where my reflexes and skills actually matter.
TL;DR If you are struggling with The Show, or feel like hitting online is nearly impossible, give Game Mode a try. The game doesn't look quite as sparkly, but the difference in gameplay is night and day.
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